IABC Chicago

Salute to Summer: Networking and Volunteer Recognition Event on June 25
2014-06-25 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Plymouth Restaurant Rooftop, 327 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago , IL, 60607, United States
Join us Wednesday, June 25 on the rooftop of Plymouth Restaurant and Bar to salute summer! This networking and volunteer recognition event is a great opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow IABC/Chicago members and communications professionals. Stop by to network with peers, say “thanks” to our volunteers, and enjoy tasty appetizers on the rooftop overlooking the South Loop!
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When: June 25, 5:30 – 8 p.m.
Where:
Plymouth Restaurant and Bar
Rooftop
327 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago (one block west of State Street, between Jackson and Van Buren)

Additional Event Information
IABC/Chicago Member admission price: $10
Nonmember admission price: $25
Students: $5
Admission includes one drink, yummy appetizers, and networking galore.

Coffee with Communicators
2014-07-02 07:45 - 09:00 | Morningstar, 22 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, 60602, United States
Join us for Coffee with Communicators at Morningstar, named by Brill Street as one of the top places to work for Gen Y employees in 2013, and previously by Fortune as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For”.
Stop by for breakfast, networking, a tour of the stunning Morningstar offices and a short video about the company.
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Date: July 2, 2014, Wednesday
Time: 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Venue: Morningstar (7th floor)
22 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL 60602
Cost: Free to members.

September 11: Network with fellow communicators
2014-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | OVIE Bar & Grill (Ogilvie Transportation Center), 120 N. Canal Street, Chicago, IL, 60661, United States
Join us Thursday, September 11 at 6 p.m. at OVIE Bar &Grill (Ogilvie Transportation Center) to network with fellow IABC/Chicago members and other communications professionals and enjoy tasty appetizers.
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When: September 11 , 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: OVIE Bar & Grill
120 N. Canal Street, Chicago, IL 60661 (map)
Cost
IABC/Chicago Member admission price: $10
Nonmember admission price: $20
Students: $5
Admission includes yummy appetizers, the first drink and networking. OVIE Bar & Grill is located inside the Ogilvie Transportation Center, with entrances on Canal St. or via Metra’s concourse entrance.

September 18: Calling All Young Professionals: it’s Starbucks Evenings!
2014-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Starbucks, 200 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, United States
Are you a communications professional with less than 10 years of experience? If so, come network with us on Thursday, September 18: it’s Starbucks Evenings!
All are welcome to attend this Young Professionals event. This is an informal opportunity to meet other communications professionals and enjoy Starbucks’ new menu offerings, which include beer, wine and small plates. Your first drink and light appetizers are on us.
Register today! (This event is limited to 28 attendees.)
Location: Starbucks at 200 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL
Date: Thursday, September 18
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Cost: $10 for Members, $20 for Non-Members, $5 for Students

Coffee with Communicators
2014-10-01 07:45 - 09:00 | Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe, Prudential Plaza, Chicago, United States
On Wednesday, October 1 between 7:45 and 9:00 a.m. at Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe adjacent to Prudential Plaza, IABC/Chicago members are invited to connect in an informal way over coffee. This is a great way for new members to meet existing members. Register to attend the October meet-up!

October 9 Senior Communicator Forum: How to get leaders to say “Yes!”
2014-10-09 17:30 - 19:30 | The Grossman Group, 312 N. May Street, Ste. 101, Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
Join IABC/Chicago and award-winning leadership and internal communications agency, The Grossman Group, for the October 9 Senior Communicator Forum.
The Grossman Group’s CEO, David Grossman, will lead us through discussion on how to get leaders to say, “Yes!” to communication projects and initiatives.
In this session, you’ll discuss:

The top barriers that get in the way
What to SAY
What you can DO
Must-have consulting skills that help you elevate your own leadership

To participate, bring the toughest issues you face. There will be wine, cheese and engaging dialogue. After it all, you’ll leave with ideas you can implement right away to make those barriers a thing of the past.
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Date: Thursday, October 9, 2014
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. – Refreshments and networking
6:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. – Introductions
6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. – Discussion
7:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Conclusion and takeaways

Venue: The Grossman Group
312 N. May Street, Ste. 101
Chicago, IL 60607
(use “South Entrance” awning)
(map)
Parking: There is limited free on-street parking. Car-pooling, taxis, or taking the CTA is recommended. The Grossman Group offices are located just a quarter mile from the Green and Pink Line CTA stop at Lake and Morgan, which is west of the Chicago River.
Cost: Includes wine, cheese, refreshments and networking.
$5 members
$15 non-members
This event is limited to 20 people.

Must have 10+ years’ experience in the communications field.
Past and current IABC/Chicago board members are welcome.

The challenges of branding (a lunch panel)
2014-10-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Banquet Facility, 516 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
Can you help a new brand emerge as strong as an earlier version? What are the obstacles to a re-brand and how can you tackle these?
Join IABC/Chicago on Wednesday, October 15 as we talk about the challenges of re-branding with Justin Brunner, Communication Manager, of SP+ (formerly Standard Parking) and Steve Goldhaber, Global Senior Director — Interactive Marketing, of Aon. The panelists will speak in-depth about their projects — branding related to merger & acquisition and global digital marketing.
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Members: $35 (advance registration); $40 at the door
Non-members: $55
Students (with valid ID): $15

Coffee with Communicators
2014-11-05 07:45 - 09:00 | Specialty’s Café & Bakery, 77 S. Dearborn in the Inland Steel Building, Chicago, IL, 60603, United States
On Wednesday, November 5 between 7:45 and 9:00 a.m. at Specialty’s Café & Bakery, 77 S. Dearborn in the Inland Steel Building at Dearborn & Monroe, IABC/Chicago members are invited to connect in an informal way over coffee. This is a great way for new members to meet existing members.
Hosted by Susan Heitsch, VP ― HR Communications, JPMorgan Chase.
Register here.

Looking for the next step in your career? Meet Lynn Hazan on Nov. 18
2014-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 | DePaul University (Loop Campus) 11th floor of the DePaul Center (1 E. Jackson Blvd.), 14 E. Jackson St., Chicago, IL, United States
Join IABC/Chicago on November 18 as we talk with Lynn Hazan from Lynn Hazan & Associates, a marketing/communications executive recruiting firm. Learn how to work with executive recruiters, showcase your brand, increase your value and use your job search strategies to your advantage. We’ll start at 6 p.m. with networking, hear from Lynn at 6:15 p.m. and end with a Q &A!
Register here
Cost:
Members: $5
Non-members: $15
Students (with valid student ID): $5

Come PR-ty with Us!
2014-12-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Beatrix, in the Aloft Hotel, 519 N. Clark Street (at the corner of Grand and Clark), Chicago, IL, United States
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with a great networking event. The joint IABC/Chicago and the Chicago Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) chapter event will be at Beatrix on Wednesday, December 3, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Appetizers and drinks are included.
Members and non-members are welcome! Register here.
When: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Beatrix, in the Aloft Hotel
519 N. Clark Street (at the corner of Grand and Clark)
Chicago, IL
Valet parking is $14 with validation
Dress: Festive casual
Price: Members: $20
Nonmembers: $30
Students: $10 (with valid student ID)

Come join us for Coffee with Communicators
2015-01-14 07:45 - 09:00 | Sheffield Company, 328 S. Jefferson Street, Suite 350, Chicago, IL, 60661, United States
Tour the Art and Science of Visual Storytelling with the Sheffield Company. Have some breakfast, network and learn something new!

Date: Wednesday, January 14
Time 7:45-9:00 am
Register here.
Hosted by:
Sheffield Company
328 S. Jefferson Street, Suite 350
Chicago, IL 60661
http://www.sheffieldcompany.com
The Sheffield Company team will create an experiential learning opportunity about the hows and whys of visual storytelling.

The Role of Social Media and Technology in Internal and Change Communication
2015-01-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Banquet Facility, 516 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
Join IABC/Chicago on January 21 as we talk with Steven Piotrowski, Microsoft Office 365, about using technology and social media to drive change. Piotrowski will focus on change and goals met using Yammer, SharePoint and Microsoft Office 365. Register here.

Coffee with communicators
2015-02-10 07:45 - 09:00 | Towers Watson, 71 South Wacker Drive, Suite 2600, Chicago, IL, United States
Learn how Improvisation can help you think on your feet at work. Join us for networking, a short presentation and breakfast hosted by Towers Watson. Register now.

Get Your Career to Take Off: Panel Discussion at Boeing
2015-02-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Boeing Headquarters, 100 N. Riverside Plaza, 26th floor , Chicago, IL, 60606, United States
Ever wonder how to get your career to take off?
Join IABC/Chicago Young Professionals on Thursday, February 12 at Boeing Headquarters for a panel discussion, featuring communications professionals across various industries and specializations. Come to network with other young professionals and hear our panelists speak about their career track, give career advice, and discuss what they’re focusing on in 2015.
Light refreshments will be served.
Host:
Brian Ames
Vice President, Employee Communications at The Boeing Company
Moderator:
Emily Kehinde, Employee Communications & Engagement Consultant, ROC Group
Panelists:
Dane Roth, Vice President, Ketchum Public Relations
Brad Kreiger, Co-Founder & CMO, Hard Hat Hub
Idalia Hill, Communications Specialist, Employee Communications, The Boeing Company
Thursday, February 12, 2015
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Boeing Headquarters (All Purpose Room)
100 N. Riverside Plaza, 1st floor
Chicago, IL 60606
Members: $10
Non-members: $20
Students (with valid student ID): $5
RSVP by February 12 or walk-in. To make things quicker, register now!
This event is presented by IABC/Chicago Young Professionals and targeted for communicators with 10 or less years of experience. Students and professionals with more than 10 years of experience are welcome!
Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to sign in with security.

Senior Communicator Forum — Cutting Through the Noise to Help Diverse Audiences Get Your Message
2015-02-25 17:45 - 19:30 | Kraft Foods (Bridge Zone Room), Three Lakes Drive, Northfield, IL, 60093, United States
On Feb. 25 at 5:45 – 7:30 p.m. discuss how to maximize message delivery over the ‘noise’ of limited computer access, multiple languages, varying time zones, and other factors in today’s workplaces and marketplaces with other senior communicators. Enjoy light refreshments and network with your peers as well.
RSVP by Feb. 24.

Coffee with communicators
2015-03-04 07:45 - 09:00 | Yolk, 400 W. Madison Street in the Ogilvie Transportation Center, Chicago, IL, 60661, United States
What’s Your Communication Strategy for 2015? Share your own ideas and hear from communications colleagues over breakfast to help you firm up your 2015 communications plan.

Date: March 4

Time: 7:45-9:00 am

Venue: Yolk (eatyolk.com)
400 W. Madison Street in the Ogilvie Transportation Center
Chicago, IL 60661

Register here.

March 12 lunch event has been rescheduled
2015-03-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Banquet Facility, 516 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
THIS EVENT WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR THE FALL.
Please continue to check our website for more events. Join us on March 19 at PepsiCo’s Sustainability Center to listen to a Bronze Quill winner.
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Join IABC/Chicago on March 12 as we talk with Career & Leadership Coach Peter C. Diamond about building the communications career you want.
During this luncheon, you will get the chance to network with fellow communicators, too!
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Members: $35 (advance registration); $40 at the door
Non-members: $55
Students (with valid ID): $15

Evening Event: Bronze Quill Case Study from Argonne National Laboratory
2015-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | PepsiCo Sustainability Center, Chicago, IL, United States
Join IABC/Chicago March 19 as we talk with Argonne National Laboratory’s Alex Mitchell, Business Relations and Outreach Specialist, about the organization’s 2014 Best in Show Bronze Quill Award in the Special Events –Internal or External Category.
Register here!

Coffee with Communicators at Navistar
2015-04-01 07:45 - 09:00 | Navistar WHQ | Main Entrance, 2601 Navistar Drive, Lisle, IL, 60532, United States
Join the Navistar Team on April 1 as they provide insights on how they develop winning communications for their global stakeholders. Navistar is a leading manufacturer of commercial trucks, buses, defense vehicles and engines. They are headquartered in Lisle but have offices and manufacturing operations around the globe. Learn more about Navistar at www.navistar.com.
Register now!
Date: Wednesday, April 1
Time: 7:45-9:00 am CT
Venue:
2601 Navistar Drive
Lisle, IL 60532
Phone: 331-332-5000
Please register at the desk with your photo ID and you will be directed to the coffee location. Parking is available in the parking lot right in front of the main entrance.
Register now!

April 9 event rescheduled to the Fall
2015-04-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Unnamed Venue, Lewis Towers, Beane Hall, 111 E. Pearson Street, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
This event has been rescheduled to Fall 2015. We will post a new date as soon as we have one.
Join IABC/Chicago on April 9 for an evening with Accredited Business Communicators (ABCs). Attendees will be placed in small networking groups for 20-minute conversations with IABC/Chicago’s ABCs.
This event is presented by IABC/Chicago Young Professionals and targeted for communicators with 10 or less years of experience. Students and professionals with more than 10 years of experience are welcome—and encouraged—to attend!
Register now!
Cost: Members: $10
Non-members: $20
Students (with valid student ID): Free
RSVP: Register now!

Show, Don’t Tell. Using Stories in Communications
2015-04-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Golan Harris, 875 North Michigan Ave, 26th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
Come to our April 30 Senior Communicator Forum for a practical discussion about the role of storytelling in all aspects of communication. We’ll discuss content and tone, review best practices and talk about how to build a storytelling program in any environment.
Today, organizations are using storytelling to increase understanding and clarity—and it’s not just going one way. With access to social media, employees are telling stories of their own and creating a feedback loop of content that informs decision-making and builds culture.
Hosted by Insidedge, the employee communications specialty of Golin.
Location: 875 N. Michigan Ave (John Hancock Center), 26th floor
Date: April 30, 2015, Thursday
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
(5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. networking and refreshments; 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. discussion)
Parking is available at John Hancock Center, Water Tower Place and 900 N. Michigan
Price: Members: $15
Non-members: $30
RSVP by April 29. Registration limited to 25 people.
Participant Criteria:
Must have 10 + years experience in the communications field. Past and current IABC/Chicago board members are welcome.

Coffee with Communicators
2015-05-06 07:45 - 09:00 | Wishbone, 1001 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
Are you struggling with a work challenge and want some advice from your fellow communicators? Have you recently had a “win” that you’d like to share? Or would you simply like to meet more of your fellow Chicago-area communicators?
Then join us for coffee and a bite, May 6 at Wishbone, 1001 W. Washington. We promise you’ll go away energized and sated.
Register now!
Location: Wishbone restaurant, 1001 W. Washington, Chicago
www.wishbonechicago.com
Phone: (312) 850-2663
Price: Member: $10
Nonmember: $15
Student: $5
RSVP by May 5

Theater Plays a Role in Communications & PR at WTTW|WFMT
2015-05-14 17:30 - 20:00 | WTTW|WFMT Studios, 5400 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
Learn how theater and PR experience come into play (pun intended) for successful communications and media relations at WTTW|WFMT.
Join IABC/Chicago on May 14 to hear Julia Maish, Manager of Media Relations, share how she combines storytelling, theater training and solid PR experience to generate awareness and publicity for Chicago’s WFMT radio and WTTW television stations.
RSVP: Register by May 13! Registration limited to 30 attendees; no walk-ins accepted.
Cost: Members: $25
Non-members: $40
Students (with valid student ID): $5
Time: 5:30 p.m. Networking and refreshments
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Tours of radio and TV studios and program

Edelman’s tips on communicating data breaches
2015-05-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Banquet Facility, 516 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
Data breaches are quickly becoming a dreaded, usually random, but some say inevitable part of doing business. Join IABC/Chicago on May 20 to hear seasoned professionals from Edelman, discuss the communicators’ role in developing and delivering critical messages to internal and external audiences in the event of a data breach.
Our speakers for this must-see luncheon will be Robert Arrendondo, Account Supervisor, and Andy Liuzzi, Senior Vice President, Crisis and Risk Management from Edelman.
Event sponsored by Ragan Communications
Register now!
Time: 11:00 a.m. Networking and registration
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Program followed by Q & A
Location: Maggiano’s
Valet parking, street parking and nearby garages (for a fee) are available
Cost: Members: $35
Non-members: $55
Students (with valid student ID): $15
RSVP: Register by May 18!
Presenters:
Robert Arrendondo, Account Supervisor, Edelman Employee Engagement Practice, Chicago
Robert Arredondo spent the past eight years as an internal communications practitioner after several years of serving as a first-line leader for a Fortune 500 company. His experience encompasses working with traditional and non-traditional employees in operations, insurance and information technology roles in both English and Spanish for State Farm Insurance Companies and one of the nation’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield plan groups.
Robert has proven experience consulting executives and maneuvering within complex organizations to help engage employees and lead change. While with Edelman, he has supported clients including AstraZeneca, Citadel, Consulate Health, Dover-Knowles Corporation, Hewlett Packard, Pfizer, Votorantim Cimentos and Victory Park Capital. Prior to his current role, he helped lead change and engagement efforts at Blue Cross Blue Shield regarding healthcare reform, a new company purpose and the acquisition of an additional Blue Cross Blue Shield plan. While at State Farm Insurance Companies, Robert increased engagement amongst non-traditional employees within a virtual customer support group. He was also responsible for leading communication and change efforts for new product launches, multi-cultural growth strategies and a department consolidation.
Robert holds a BA in Communication and a minor in Spanish from the University of Texas at El Paso, and a MA in Public Relations and Advertising from DePaul University. He is active in the community, serving on the board of a nonprofit and volunteering with a local animal rescue.
Andy Liuzzi, Senior Vice President, Crisis and Risk Management, Edelman, Chicago
As part of Edelman’s Crisis & Risk Management practice, Andy serves a hybrid role, helping global clients with proactively mitigating issues and risk as well as working on long-term reputation management strategies. Andy’s background includes: strategic counsel and execution across a broad range of operational, strategic, and crisis management engagements, high profile litigation assignments and comprehensive public strategy campaigns.
As the US Crisis lead for Edelman’s Data Security and Privacy practice, Andy’s work includes engagements within the healthcare, retail, financial services, higher education and technology industries involving cyber attacks, hacktivists, lost devices with sensitive information and IP theft.
Additional crisis engagements span a variety of other industries including food, consumer products, technology, financial services and retail. Recent client work has included strategic engagements with Microsoft, Adobe, SC Johnson, ICANN, Mars/Wrigley, Kimberly-Clark, Burger King, Barilla, Kraft Foods, Fortune Brands, Wal-Mart, Allstate, Dover Corporation, Ingersoll Rand and Kellogg’s.
Andrew joined Edelman’s Reputation Management Group after six years at Manning Selvage & Lee’s Chicago Office in their corporate practice.
At MS&L, Andrew spent four years helping manage the United State Army PR account, including significant work on public affairs positioning surrounding the ongoing military operations in the Middle East and Central Asia. In addition to his public affairs work, Andrew also led the Army’s news bureau program designed to serve as a virtual newsroom for Army-focused news and events, including executive positioning of senior Army leadership and extensive management of video production shoots.
Before working on the U.S. Army account, Andrew worked on several technology clients, including B2B marketing company Planetfeedback (now Nielsen BuzzMetrics) and Sageo ¾ Hewitt Associates’ online health benefits web portal. In addition, Andrew has experience on several other high-profiles clients including Procter & Gamble, the United States Postal Service, Nike and General Motors. Throughout his career, Andrew has received several industry accolades for his work including PR News’ Public Affairs Campaign of the Year and IABC Award of Merit for Public Affairs Campaign. Education: University of Virginia, BA.

Announcing our 2015 Bronze Quill Winners
2015-06-02 17:30 - 20:00 | Wildfire, 159 W. Erie, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
IABC/Chicago received dozens of high quality Bronze Quill entries this year and are excited to announce our winners. Check out the full list here and register today to celebrate with us on June 2 at our annual Awards Banquet!

Creative Ways to Align Initiatives with the Company Brand
2015-06-10 17:45 - 19:30 | ROC Group, 300 E Randolph St., Suite 3400, Chicago, IL, United States
Join us on June 10 for a lively discussion on ways to make your company brand come alive and ensure alignment with your communication initiatives. Our Senior Communicator Forum format is designed for all participants with at least 10 years’ experience to share insights and learn new ideas.
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Time: 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. networking and refreshments and 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. discussion
Host: Gabrielle Loring, Senior Consultant, ROC Group
Location: 300 E Randolph St., Suite 3400, Chicago
312-440-0300
Parking Options
The Aon building parking garage:
http://c-spin.net/AON%20Parking%20Directions%20to%20Garage%20with%20Map.pdf
Evening flat rate
The Millennium Park garage:
http://www.millenniumgarages.com/garages/grant-park-south-garage.aspx
$17 for evening parking
The Millennium Park garage includes the Monroe St Garage—use the Millennium Park garage entrance; parking fee is $14 for 12 hours anytime; exits in front of the BlueCross-BlueShield building.
Price: Members: $15
Non-members: $30
RSVP by June 9
Registration limited to 20 people
Participant Criteria:
Must have 10 + years’ experience in the communications field. Past and current IABC/Chicago board members are welcome.

CANCELLED: June 24: Coffee with Communicators
2015-06-24 07:45 - 09:00 | Pepper Construction, 643 N. Orleans St., Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
This event has been cancelled. Please check out our other events in June and watch for more postings for July.
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Join us for coffee and conversation on Wednesday, June 24.
RSVP here by June 23.
Price:
Member: $0
Nonmember $15
Student: $5

Toast to the summer: Networking and Volunteer Recognition Event
2015-07-09 17:20 - 20:00 | Pegasus Restaurant & Taverna, 130 South Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60661, United States
Join us Thursday, July 9 at Pegasus Restaurant & Taverna for a toast to the summer! We’ll mix and mingle on Pegasus’ veranda, a rooftop with an unobstructed view of the Chicago skyline. Stop by to network with other communications professionals, say “thanks” to our volunteers, and dine on tasty Greek appetizers while enjoying the great view!

Register here.
Admission
IABC/Chicago Member admission price: $15
Nonmember admission price: $30
Students: $5
Admission includes one drink, appetizers, and networking galore. Complimentary valet parking at Pegasus.

Coffee with Communicators: Putting Culture First at Grant Thornton
2015-07-15 07:45 - 09:00 | Grant Thornton LLP, 175 W. Jackson Blvd, 20th floor, Chicago, IL, United States
Join us on Wednesday, July 15, for coffee and conversation at Grant Thornton, one of the oldest independent audit, tax and advisory firms. As part of its strategy, the firm puts workplace culture first, earning it spots on several “best of” lists, including the following:

“Working Mother” magazine’s “Best Companies”
“Best Accounting Firms to Work for” (Vault.com)

Michele Mazur, Grant Thornton’s head of communications, will give real-life examples of how organizational culture drives success. Afterward, you will have an opportunity to ask questions, share stories, and connect with your fellow communicators!
Register now!
Date: Wednesday, July 15
Time: 7:45–9 a.m.
Host: Michele Mazur, head of communications, Grant Thornton
Garage parking is available for a fee at Traders Self Park, 326 S. Wells; vehicles can enter from Wells, Van Buren, or Franklin.
Price: Member: $10
Nonmember: $15
Student: $5
Space is limited, so don’t delay! RSVP by July 14.

7 Steps to a Strategic Communication Plan
2015-09-24 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Banquet Facility, 516 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
Join us Thursday, September 24 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. when Connie J. Mayse, MBA, Manager, HR Communications at Aon will present successful – and not so successful – communications case studies. You’ll also learn about the seven-step process you should consider before deciding what tactics you need to communicate your message. Here’s how it will help:

For organization-level strategic communications planning, use this seven-step process with leadership to gain buy-in and ownership.
Follow these steps to learn how to create an award-winning communications entry.

All attendees will receive a template to get started with this technique. According to Connie, “This is a process I wish I had learned as a junior communicator. It helped me shift focus from reactionary to proactive communications aligned to business strategies with consistent, clear messaging and an emphasis on measurement.”
This luncheon will include time to network and will be held at Maggiano’s Little Italy (516 N. Clark St., Chicago).
Register today!
Members: $35 (advance registration); $40 at the door
Non-members: $55
Students (with valid ID): $15
Agenda:
11:30 – Noon: Networking and registration
Noon. – 1:00 p.m.: Program followed by Q & A
