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SUMMARY:Who are the people in your neighborhood? A persona-based approach to employee engagement - Jan 25\, Noon Webinar REGISTRATION IS FULL!
DESCRIPTION:No matter the organization\, data and insights show our people are flooded with information. There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach when we engage with our people. Using personae is about finding a way to communicate messages to a global audience that are designed with a specific someone in mind\, rather than a generic ‘everyone.’ \nJoin Carla Guest from IABC/Toronto for this interesting session on how Siemens Energy used this approach to research\, develop and implement persona-based employee communications. It will highlight internal ‘best practices’ of implementation in partnership with business stakeholders (Human Resources\, Chief Diversity Officer\, Chief Data and Analytics Officer). \nREGISTRATION IS FULL!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/who-are-the-people-in-your-neighborhood-a-persona-based-approach-to-employee-engagement-jan-25-noon-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20221022T215603Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Party - Mix & Mingle with IABC/Chicago! December 13\, 5pm
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago for a fun networking night to kick off the holidays! \nTues.\, Dec. 13 \n5:00pm – 8:00pm \nRosebud Rosetta Italian \n1 S. Dearborn\, Chicago \nRegister Now! \n  \n\n\n\nType\nFee\n\n\n\n\nMember\n$30.00\n\n\nNon-Member\n$45.00\n\n\nStudents with ID\n$15.00
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/holiday-party-mix-mingle-with-iabc-chicago-december-13-5pm/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20221119T014938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221218T205437Z
UID:10912-1670414400-1670418000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:December Coffee Club: Make an Impact on Your Culture at Your Holiday Party – Wed.\, Dec. 7\, NoonCT
DESCRIPTION:The holidays are coming which usually brings the holiday office party – whether it’s in-person or virtual. What would happen if your conversations could have a greater impact on your culture while having fun? Join WorkingBetterTogether for some fun\, tips and open discussion on how you can maximize and build on the relationships with your teams and leave everyone fresh and ready for 2023. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/december-coffee-club-make-an-impact-on-your-culture-at-your-holiday-party-wed-dec-7-noonct/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20221015T145512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T194700Z
UID:10878-1665820800-1665853200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Positively Negative: How To Turn Negative Messages Into Positive Ones - Wed.\, Nov 16\, NoonCT SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago for this Free Webinar! \nBeing able to articulate your thoughts and solutions clearly is a critical skill for anyone looking to make it in the business world. However\, those who know how to articulate unpleasant messages when interacting with their management are the ones that stand out and win in the work world. \nIn this session\, Stephen Krempl will help us understand the mindset and techniques needed to be seen as someone with solutions\, suggestions and recommendations while avoiding becoming that hostile\, whining complainer\, company leaders remember for the wrong reasons. Mastering being positively negative has been proven time after time to make all the difference. \nStephen Krempl is an international trainer\, global speaker\, bestselling author\, and corporate communications coach. \nHe has worked with thousands of leaders in over 30+ countries. He is an expert on how leaders can stand out and get noticed in their corporations\, even in an increasingly competitive global marketplace. \n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/positively-negative-how-to-turn-negative-messages-into-positive-ones-wed-nov-16-noonct/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20220801T021834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T153327Z
UID:10762-1663759800-1663765200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Fall Calendar Available!
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time\nEvent\nTopic/Speaker\n\n\nWed.\, Sept 21\, 11:30am – 1pm\nIn-Person Luncheon \nMaggiano’s Naperville\nUsing Improv to Build Your Communication Culture! \nJeff Ash \nWestside Improv\n\n\nWed.\, Oct 5\, 7:30am – 8:30am\nZoom Coffee Club\nCybersecurity Communications \nLauren Westbrook\, IT Communication Specialist \nRed Hat\n\n\nWed.\, Nov. 16\, 12 – 1pm\nZoom Webinar \nRegistration Now\nPositively Negative \nStephen Krempl\n\n\nDecember 13\, 5 – 8pm\nMember Holiday Party! \nRegistration is Open!\nRosetta Italian \n1 S Dearborn Street\nChicago\, IL 60603
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/upcoming-2022-events/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20220721T022404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T023534Z
UID:10715-1660048200-1660051800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Tues.\, Aug. 9\, 12:30 p.m. CT - Smart Brevity: How to make leader messages sharp\, clear and unmissable
DESCRIPTION:The premium on smart\, clear communication — especially at a leader level — has never been higher. Over 120 emails will hit a staff or stakeholder’s inbox today\, making it harder for them to find or stay focused on what really matters. \nLayer on shrinking attention spans and the compounding clutter that meetings\, messages and inefficient communication add\, and it gets tougher for any team to stay aligned\, engaged and productive. \nSmart Brevity® will help you break through. This modern communication style\, built on brain science\, is used inside 300+ organizations to capture and keep attention. \nJoin us with our sponsor\, @axios senior director of content\, @EmilyInverso\, on August 9\, 12:30pmCT\, for an IABC-exclusive look at techniques and strategies communicators can use to make any leader message a must-read. Save your seat for free here – Register Now!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/tues-aug-9-1230pmct-smart-brevity-how-to-make-leader-messages-sharp-clear-and-unmissable/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20220821T163031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T145526Z
UID:10784-1659945600-1659978000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Using Improv to Build Your Communication Culture! - September 21 Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Using Improv to Build Your Communication Culture! \nWed.\, Sept 21\, 2022\, 11:30am – 1pm \nMaggiano’s Naperville \nRegister Today! Click Now \nJoin IABC/Chicago as we return to in-person luncheons! \n“Yes\, and” is perhaps one of the most practical and direct applications of improv in the workplace. It’s also commonly misunderstood. Many people think “yes\, and” means you have to agree with everything and there’s absolutely no room for conflict. Incorrect! “Yes\, and” is a powerful leadership tool because it allows for affirmation and collaboration: two major traits in today’s leaders. So how do we incorporate “yes\, and” into workplace culture and leadership communications? \nLearn to apply the principles – and not to mention the fun(!) – of improv comedy to help create stronger relationships\, foster more productive collaboration\, and unlock more powerful creativity for your team. \nThis will be an interactive event where you will learn how to build trust and confidence in yourself and others all while having fun and a good laugh! \nWhen: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Wednesday\, September 21 \nWhere: Maggiano’s Little Italy\, 1847 Freedom Drive\, Naperville\, IL \nCost: $35 members/$45 non-members/$20 students with ID
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/yes-and-your-team-to-a-collaborative-culture-september-21-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon,Professional Development Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220526T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220526T083000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20220510T213010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T214940Z
UID:10669-1653550200-1653553800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Coffee Club: Content Creation - May 26\, 2022\, 7:30am-8:30am
DESCRIPTION:Grab your morning java or tea and join our morning chat\, hosted by IABC Chicago President\, Sara Burcheri\, to discuss this month’s hot topic\, Content Creation. Come ready for an open conversation to learn from each other\, ask questions\, and gain guidance. Sometimes it’s not just who you learn from\, it’s who you learn with! Exclusive to IABC Chicago members.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/coffee-club-content-creation-may-26-730am-830am/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20220509T210500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T141043Z
UID:10665-1652961600-1652965200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Business Writing Basics and Brush-Ups - May 19\,  2022\, 12-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Improve your writing! IABC Chicago has partnered with Jill O’Mahony Stewart\, adjunct faculty at DePaul University\, to bring you this business writing session. \nThis webinar looks at common pitfalls even otherwise-good writers produce.  Using a combination of exercises\, reminders\, and refreshers\, as well as some new tips and techniques\, Jill Stewart takes an organic look at what makes writing “good” and how everyone can sharpen their own writing game. From getting started – aka writer’s block – to exploring “what’s-in-it-for-me\,” and all-too-common errors\, webinar content will provide ways to make written products cleaner\, clearer\, more concise and ultimately more effective in achieving their intent. In addition\, she will provide resources to participants so they may continue to explore ways to enhance their writing skills and build on the webinar’s “lessons learned.” \nJill O’Mahony Stewart is a writing teacher and coach. From 1986-2008 she managed Stewart Communications\, a PR firm devoted to “issues that matter.” The StewComm team served clients on assignments ranging from improving end-of-life care and planning\, to affordable housing\, to fire-retardant building materials — all with the common theme of providing targeted audiences with important information that would enhance and influence their daily lives\, their well-being\, or their business decisions. \nRegister Now! Webinar log on provided after registering.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/business-writing-basics-and-brush-ups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20220323T210516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T212540Z
UID:10637-1651167000-1651174200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Elevating Internal Communications in the New World of Work - Panel Event (sponsored by Simpplr)
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited for the return of in-person events! Join IABC Chicago and Simpplr on April 28 for “Elevating Internal Communications in the New World of Work.” Bekie Hogsed\, Community Manager at Envestnet\, Inc; Michelle Press\, Senior VP at KemperLesnik; and Astrid Greve-Spencer\, Global Director\, Corporate Affairs & Communications at Wolters Kluwer Enablon\, will serve as panelists for a discussion about strategies\, trends and best practices in adapting to the new world of work. Space is limited; register today!\nWhen: 5:30-7:30 p.m.\, Thursday\, April 28 \nWhere: SoHo House of Chicago\, 113-125 N Green St\, Chicago \nCost*: IABC Member – $20\, Non-member – $25\, Student – $15 \n*Includes beverages and heavy appetizers.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/elevating-internal-communications-in-the-new-world-of-work-panel-event-sponsored-by-simpplr/
LOCATION:Soho House Chicago\, 113-125 N Green St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T083000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20220120T020719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T021552Z
UID:10609-1643873400-1643877000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:IABC/Chicago Morning Coffee Club Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago for our morning Coffee Club sessions. \nGrab your morning java\, tea or hot chocolate and join us February 3rd. \nWe will use this one-hour to chat about current Hot Topics impacting our field. We will start with a trending topic\, and open it up for conversation to learn from each other\, ask questions\, and gain guidance. Topics will change each time – watch for upcoming sessions in February\, April\, and June. \nSometimes it’s not just about who we learn from\, it’s who we learn with! Register for the event. \n  \nFirst Hot Topic Coffee Club \nTime: 7:30am – 8:30am via Zoom\nDate: Thurs.\, Feb. 3\, 2022\nTopic: Culture & the Workplace\nModerator: Julie Bjorkman\, PhD\, Director\, IABC/Chicago Member Services \n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/iabc-chicago-morning-coffee-club-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Coffee with Communicators,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T183000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20211026T215629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T225349Z
UID:10532-1638984600-1638988200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Professional Communication Academic Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:Join Doctor Matt Ragas in conversation with a representative from the Graduate Admissions office\, as they discuss the benefits of study in the Professional Communication Master’s program at DePaul University and where their degree can take them after graduation. \nAttendees will learn details on program components; hear the ins-and-outs of the application process and have the opportunity to engage lively in a Q&A format with program representatives while learning about this new\, online\, accelerated graduate program in DePaul University’s College of Communication. \nRegister for this event here.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/professional-communication-academic-spotlight/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20211108T034317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T024959Z
UID:10560-1638446400-1638450000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Career & Life During the Pandemic: Leadership Skills of Challenging Times
DESCRIPTION:Complimentary webinar for IABC members and guests \nDr. Alyssa Westring\, a researcher/educator/coach/professor and working parent\, provides evidence-based\, practical guidance on how to gain a greater sense of purpose\, control\, and connection as you strive to meet the demands of remote and hybrid work and life during these turbulent times. In an engaging and interactive one-hour session\, you will learn how to clarify the values that guide you through difficult times; engage with the people who matter most in fresh\, meaningful ways; cultivate a community of caregiving and support; and experiment with ways to live and work in our new reality.  \nBefore the webinar\, DePaul University will present information about educational opportunities available to members of IABC Chicago.   \nDate: Thursday\, Dec. 2\, 2021\nTime: Noon – 1 PM (CDT)\nSponsor & Host: DePaul University\nLocation: Virtual- Zoom Meeting\nPrice: Free- Members & Non-Members Welcome\nIABC Event Moderator: Sara Burcheri  \nRSVP: grad.depaul.edu/register/2dec2021IABC \nFor more information contact Mona Asra at mona.asra@depaul.edu \nPlease visit go.depaul.edu/IABC to learn more about the IABC Chicago | DePaul University Education Partnership
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/career-life-during-the-pandemic-leadership-skills-of-challenging-times/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20211110T024831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T024946Z
UID:10564-1637236800-1637240400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:A Look Ahead\, Communications in 2022
DESCRIPTION:If there is one thing we have learned\, it is that we can’t predict the future! But what we can do is anticipate outcomes\, ask questions\, collaborate with others and share dialogue. Join IABC Chicago Sponsors Steve & Cindy Crescenzo of Crescenzo Communications for an open discussion as we look ahead to the future of communications.  \nBring your questions so we can discuss what content can be created to drive engagement\, reinforce the corporate culture\, and connect employees to each other and leaders in the post-pandemic future.  \nBe sure to follow IABC Chicago on LinkedIn and submit your questions in advance!  \n  \nLocation: Virtual- Zoom Meeting \nPrice: Free- Members & Non-Members Welcome \nRegister for the webinar.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/a-look-ahead-communications-in-2022/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20211025T124913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T223003Z
UID:10544-1636372800-1636376400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Belonging. It Matters!
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC Chicago and our Take a Bow Award Winners\, Victor Villanueva & Tamara Fletcher\, as they discuss the creation and impact of their DEI campaign\, Belonging. IT Matters. \nFREE! Members & Non-Members Welcome. Discover more about the campaign before the webinar! \nRegister for the webinar.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/belonging-it-matters/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20210909T025019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T025019Z
UID:10502-1632243600-1632250800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Meet your IABC Chicago Board!
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC Chicago for our first IN PERSON event in nearly two years! Meet our 2021/22 board members and connect with fellow IABC members during happy hour on the RiverWalk.  \nLimited spots available\, R.S.V.P. now! Members and Non-Members welcome.  \nDate: Tuesday\, Sept. 21\, 2021 \nTime: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. CT \nLocation: Island Party Hut\, 355 East Riverwalk South (between Lake Shore Drive & Columbus on the Riverwalk)   \nPrice:  \nMembers: $20\nNon-members: $25\nStudents (with valid student ID): $15 \nTicket price includes one specialty beverage drink ticket and appetizers. Please bring a valid ID\, mask and proof of vaccination.  \nEvent subject to change or cancellation. In the event of cancellation\, payment will be refunded in full. Online R.S.V.P. will close at 12 p.m. on Sept. 21\, 2021 or once event capacity is reached.  \nREGISTRATION LINK \n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/meet-your-iabc-chicago-board/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210623T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20210621T172300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210621T172723Z
UID:10479-1624449600-1624453200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Failure: a part of every creative endeavor
DESCRIPTION:Gravity Labs\, a fully integrated ad agency based in Chicago and built for the new economy\, embraces the idea of failing fast. Getting to better ideas\, faster\, means learning what works and what doesn’t\, sooner\, and applying the right resources against the winning direction. \nBut\, Gravity Labs didn’t arrive at those answers overnight. It took years of testing\, learning\, pivoting\, failing\, scraping their knees and getting back up again. \nLearn from their journey as they present some of their biggest lessons learned to date. Hopefully\, you’ll not only learn from their mistakes but will glean new insights to thrive in the current marketing landscape. \nRegister now! \nDate: Wednesday\, June 23 \nTime: Noon – 1:00 PM CT \nLocation: Zoom \nPrice: Free! \n  \nAbout the Speakers:  \nDavin Power\, President \nA native Australian\, Davin Power is a 25-year global ad industry veteran who has worked at the world’s top 10 agencies like BBDO\, Grey & Ogilvy\, in Perth\, Sydney\, New York and Chicago. Davin’s brand experience includes American Express\, BP\, ExxonMobil\, Hyatt\, P&G\, SC Johnson\, Sprint and Toyota. Davin was most recently the Managing Director of Digitas Chicago\, the global network’s third largest office with 430 staff. \ndavin@gravitylabsinc.com \n  \nMike Roe\, Chief Creative Officer \n \nWith more than 25 years in the industry\, Mike’s portfolio of work has been recognized by every major creative and effectiveness award in the world. He grew up in the traditional world before pivoting to the digital space where he was most recently Regional Executive Creative Director at Razorfish overseeing the network’s Chicago and Austin offices. \nroe@gravitylabsinc.com \nAbout Gravity Labs \nA new kind of advertising agency\, Gravity Labs takes the craft of a branding agency and blends it with a fluid process from the digital world. They believe in getting further\, faster™ with deep collaboration\, pivoting on a dime and being confident\, but never precious\, about the work. \nTwitter: @gravitylabs_us \nLinkedIn: @Gravity Labs
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/failure-a-part-of-every-creative-endeavor/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Networking,Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20210202T134603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T133953Z
UID:10357-1623844800-1623848400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:How to use the art of persuasion and influence to learn how to move ideas forward in the organization
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Wednesday\, June 16\, 2021\, to learn how to become a more persuasive and influential communicator. \nCommunications became more relevant than ever before during the pandemic. With so much to be done\, it’s time to harness your access and influence to push your organization forward. During this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow to build influence in your organization\nThe psychology of persuasion\nThe importance of knowing your numbers before pitching a new idea\nHow to determine your credibility and rapport among your peers and leaders\n\n  \nRegister now! \nDate: Wednesday\, June 16\, 2021 \nTime: noon – 1 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom meeting. \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now! \n  \nAbout the Presenter:  \nJoe Friedman\, consultant with Ragan Consulting Group \nJoe has 30+ years of sales\, sales management and training/consulting experience. Joe started his career at Northeastern Illinois University’s business school\, teaching sales and marketing courses and classes in management\, finance and personnel. In 1993\, Joe co-founded Zehren Friedman Associates\, which teaches the “persuasive arts” of selling\, presenting\, negotiating and influence. As CFO\, Joe oversees client development\, program delivery and people development. He conducts 100+ days of training annually. He previously worked at First National Bank of Chicago and at The Executive Technique\, a firm specializing in presentation skills training. \n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/how-to-use-the-art-of-persuasion-and-influence-to-learn-how-to-move-ideas-forward-in-the-organization/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20210202T132345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T132639Z
UID:10354-1621515600-1621519200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Respect your employees by writing for the reader\, not the approver
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Crescenzo Communications on Thursday\, May 20\, 2021\, to learn how to become an effective writer. \nGreat writing is at the core of everything we do: articles\, social media\, e-mail\, bulletins\, even videos. Unfortunately\, most “corporate writing” just isn’t good enough. Nobody wants you to “shift their paradigm” or “leverage their core competency.” We need to harness the power of what works in the real world. This webinar is all about the fundamentals of powerful\, effective writing. You’ll learn: \n\nHow to strip the jargon out of your writing once and for all\nHow to write in a conversational fashion while still being professional\nThe power of headlines\, leads\, quotes\, and verbs\nWriting for the modern Web\nHow to “write tight” and respect your readers\nHow to write for the reader\, not the approver\n\n  \nRegister now! \nDate: Thursday\, May 20\, 2021 \nTime: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom meeting. \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now! \n  \nAbout the Presenter:  \nCindy Crescenzo \nCindy Crescenzo is the President of Crescenzo Communications and brings over 15 years of experience to the communications industry. Cindy specializes in research\, measurement and strategic planning. \nHer passion for numbers and audience research have helped thousands of communicators all over the world transform their roles in their organizations by teaching them how to get the ammunition they need to build successful communication strategies that deliver results. \nIn addition to speaking at numerous conferences throughout the year\, she and her business partner and husband\, Steve Crescenzo\, co-present their often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nCindy has worked with hundreds of communicators around the world\, including \n3M\, Bayer\, Bob Evans\, Boston Medical Center\, Carlson Wagonlit\, CGI Technologies\, Discover\, John Deere\, La-Z-Boy\, Novartis\, Roche\, Lockheed Martin\, Rockwell Collins\, Target and Wells Fargo. \n  \nSteve Crescenzo \nThrough his work as a consultant\, writer\, speaker and seminar leader\, Steve Crescenzo has helped thousands of communicators around the world break the habit of creating boring\, formulaic\, jargon-ridden corporate content. \nUsing proven strategies\, tactics and best-practices\, he’s shown communicators how to take the ‘corporate’ our of corporate communications and replace it with ‘creative’— and at the same time — create content that is linked to the strategic goals of their organizations. \nSteve has been voted the #1-rated speaker at the International Association of Business Communicators World Conference seven times\, including three years in a row. He has also received top ratings at numerous IABC chapter and regional events throughout the U.S.\, Canada\, Europe\, Australia\, and New Zealand. \nAlong with his wife and business partner\, Cindy Crescenzo\, he teaches their popular and often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nSteve has worked with numerous communicators around the world\, including those at Abbott\, American Express\, Bayer\, Blackrock\, Boeing\, Chevron Corporation\, Conoco-Phillips\, Discover\, FDA\, General Motors\, Hewlett Packard\, Intel\, IRS\, Lockheed Martin\, Mayo Clinic\, McDonalds\, Nokia\, Rockwell Collins\, Social Security Administration\, Standard Chartered Bank\, Target\, The European Investment Bank\, The European Training Foundation\, and Wells Fargo.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/respect-your-employees-by-writing-for-the-reader-not-the-approver/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20210202T132027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T130648Z
UID:10350-1618401600-1618405200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:How to engage all stakeholders in your change journeys
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Wednesday\, April 14\, 2021 for a discussion around change communications. \nIt starts by building a communications framework for change. Diana Peltier\, who has more than 20 years of experience leading organizations through large\, complex transformations\, will offer examples and share strategies to help you deliver for your organization. Among the topics covered:  how to engage change sponsors\, assess organizational impacts\, maintain employee experience through disruption\, leverage change networks and employee advisory councils\, foster local relevance and more. \nIn this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nIntegrate change communications into a broader change management strategy\nApply the neuroscience of change\nDeploy a change communications framework for your change and transformation initiatives\nIncorporate tactics for sustained change communications success\n\nRegister now! \nDate: Wednesday\, April 14\, 2021 \nTime: noon – 1 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom meeting. \ \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now! \n  \nAbout the Presenter:  \nDiana Peltier\, change communications consultant with Ragan Consulting Group \nDiana has over 20 years of experience delivering on the people side of change through impactful communications. Diana has a demonstrated track record of engaging audiences\, elevating the purpose and brand of organizations and making a meaningful difference in employees’ work lives. She has served in senior communications roles with Fortune 500 companies\, non-profits and the Big 4 – including as the Global Head of Communications and Engagement for EY. Diana also has extensive change management experience\, most recently as a Global Change Management Lead for the world’s largest SAP implementation. \nYou can find Diana on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dianapeltier
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/how-to-engage-all-stakeholders-in-your-change-journeys/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20210202T131713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T131713Z
UID:10348-1616072400-1616076000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Prove Your Worth: Create Measurement Dashboards That Will Blow Leadership Away
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Crescenzo Communications on Thursday\, Mar. 18\, 2021\, to learn how to create powerful dashboards that show the value your communications brings to your organization. \nLeadership doesn’t care about clicks and opens. One-size-fits all dashboards usually fall flat. Metrics are important\, but only represent part of the picture. \nIf you want to go from being the “company Kinkos” to a strategic counselor\, you have to prove that you are changing employee behavior. You need to demonstrate how your communications are helping your organization succeed. This webinar will show you how to create dashboards that let your data tell your story. You’ll learn: \n\nHow to figure out what you should be measuring and what data you need to pay attention to\nHow to find the right balance between metrics and behavior change\nHow to build “behavior statements” that will be the core of your measurement dashboards\nHow to present your data in a way that tell your story and will blow executives away\nHow to keep your dashboards updated and current\n\n  \nRegister now! \nDate: Thursday\, March 18\, 2021 \nTime: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom meeting. \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now! \n  \nAbout the Host/Presenter/Panel:  \nCindy Crescenzo \nCindy Crescenzo is the President of Crescenzo Communications and brings over 15 years of experience to the communications industry. Cindy specializes in research\, measurement and strategic planning. \nHer passion for numbers and audience research have helped thousands of communicators all over the world transform their roles in their organizations by teaching them how to get the ammunition they need to build successful communication strategies that deliver results. \nIn addition to speaking at numerous conferences throughout the year\, she and her business partner and husband\, Steve Crescenzo\, co-present their often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nCindy has worked with hundreds of communicators around the world\, including \n3M\, Bayer\, Bob Evans\, Boston Medical Center\, Carlson Wagonlit\, CGI Technologies\, Discover\, John Deere\, La-Z-Boy\, Novartis\, Roche\, Lockheed Martin\, Rockwell Collins\, Target and Wells Fargo. \n  \nSteve Crescenzo \nThrough his work as a consultant\, writer\, speaker and seminar leader\, Steve Crescenzo has helped thousands of communicators around the world break the habit of creating boring\, formulaic\, jargon-ridden corporate content. \nUsing proven strategies\, tactics and best-practices\, he’s shown communicators how to take the ‘corporate’ our of corporate communications and replace it with ‘creative’— and at the same time — create content that is linked to the strategic goals of their organizations. \nSteve has been voted the #1-rated speaker at the International Association of Business Communicators World Conference seven times\, including three years in a row. He has also received top ratings at numerous IABC chapter and regional events throughout the U.S.\, Canada\, Europe\, Australia\, and New Zealand. \nAlong with his wife and business partner\, Cindy Crescenzo\, he teaches their popular and often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nSteve has worked with numerous communicators around the world\, including those at Abbott\, American Express\, Bayer\, Blackrock\, Boeing\, Chevron Corporation\, Conoco-Phillips\, Discover\, FDA\, General Motors\, Hewlett Packard\, Intel\, IRS\, Lockheed Martin\, Mayo Clinic\, McDonalds\, Nokia\, Rockwell Collins\, Social Security Administration\, Standard Chartered Bank\, Target\, The European Investment Bank\, The European Training Foundation\, and Wells Fargo.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/prove-your-worth-create-measurement-dashboards-that-will-blow-leadership-away/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20210202T033622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T033742Z
UID:10337-1613653200-1613656800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Employee Engagement in Turbulent Times
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Crescenzo Communications on Thursday\, February 18\, 2021\, to learn how to create engaging content that connects employees to the business and culture. \nEmployees today are feeling more disconnected than ever. They are working from home\, not seeing their colleagues\, and have Zoom and Teams fatigue. This spells an opportunity for communicators. We can create content that can drive engagement\, reinforce the corporate culture\, and connect employees to each other and leaders. This webinar will show you how to do exactly that. You’ll learn: \n• How to use storytelling techniques to connect employees to each other\n• How to find the most important stories in your organization… And tell them in a\ncompelling fashion\n• How to avoid the “Four Deadly Ps” that kill corporate content\n• How to use tools like empathy maps to tap into employee emotions\n• How to create content that will reinforce the corporate culture… Even when so\nmany people are working from home \nRegister today! \nDate: Thursday\, Feb. 18 \nTime: 1 – 2 p.m. CT \nLocation: Zoom  \nPrice:\nMembers : FREE \nStudents (with valid student ID): FREE \nNon-members: FREE \nRSVP: Register now!  \nAbout the Presenters:  \nCindy Crescenzo is the President of Crescenzo Communications and brings over 15 years of experience to the communications industry. Cindy specializes in research\, measurement and strategic planning. \nHer passion for numbers and audience research have helped thousands of communicators all over the world transform their roles in their organizations by teaching them how to get the ammunition they need to build successful communication strategies that deliver results. \nIn addition to speaking at numerous conferences throughout the year\, she and her business partner and husband\, Steve Crescenzo\, co-present their often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nCindy has worked with hundreds of communicators around the world\, including: 3M\, Bayer\, Bob Evans\, Boston Medical Center\, Carlson Wagonlit\, CGI Technologies\, Discover\, John Deere\, La-Z-Boy\, Novartis\, Roche\, Lockheed Martin\, Rockwell Collins\, Target and Wells Fargo. \nThrough his work as a consultant\, writer\, speaker and seminar leader\, Steve Crescenzo has helped thousands of communicators around the world break the habit of creating boring\, formulaic\, jargon-ridden corporate content. \nUsing proven strategies\, tactics and best-practices\, he’s shown communicators how to take the ‘corporate’ our of corporate communications and replace it with ‘creative’— and at the same time — create content that is linked to the strategic goals of their organizations. \nSteve has been voted the #1-rated speaker at the International Association of Business Communicators World Conference seven times\, including three years in a row. He has also received top ratings at numerous IABC chapter and regional events throughout the U.S.\, Canada\, Europe\, Australia\, and New Zealand. \nAlong with his wife and business partner\, Cindy Crescenzo\, he teaches their popular and often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nSteve has worked with numerous communicators around the world\, including those at Abbott\, American Express\, Bayer\, Blackrock\, Boeing\, Chevron Corporation\, Conoco-Phillips\, Discover\, FDA\, General Motors\, Hewlett Packard\, Intel\, IRS\, Lockheed Martin\, Mayo Clinic\, McDonalds\, Nokia\, Rockwell Collins\, Social Security Administration\, Standard Chartered Bank\, Target\, The European Investment Bank\, The European Training Foundation\, and Wells Fargo. \nAbout Crescenzo Communications \nCrescenzo Communications has been in the communication industry for more than 20 years and we’re very passionate about what we do.  We’ve worked with and trained thousands of communicators – and we bring that experience inside your organization. Along with all of our consulting and training services\, we offer real-world experience and can deliver best-practice case studies from organizations of all sizes – something not all consultants in the industry can offer.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/employee-engagement-in-turbulent-times/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20201117T001008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210117T162532Z
UID:10248-1612371600-1612375200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:The State of Media Relations: How to grab a journalist’s attention in these uncertain times
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Muck Rack COO Natan Edelsburg will share tips on grabbing a journalist’s attention based on findings from Muck Rack’s latest State of Journalism\, State of PR and State of Tech Journalism studies. Natan will also explain how reporting and pitching have changed amid the COVID-19 pandemic\, and what that means for media relations in 2021. \nRegister now! \nDate: Wednesday\, Feb. 3 \nTime: 5 – 6 p.m. CT \nLocation: Zoom  \nPrice:\nMembers : FREE \nStudents (with valid student ID): $5 \nNon-members: $10 \nRSVP: Register now!  \nAbout the Presenter: Natan Edelsburg\, COO\, Muck Rack\, Producer Emeritus\, Shorty Awards\, District Council PRSA \n \nNatan Edelsburg is the Chief Operating Officer at Muck Rack\, a digital PR and journalism platform\, where he handles the business side of the company. He’s also the Producer Emeritus of The Shorty Awards honoring the best of social media. Natan is the company’s most tenured employee and has helped bring on customers\, including Mastercard\, NBCUniversal\, Pfizer\, Goldman Sachs and more. Natan is the District Council-Chair for the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) for 2020. Natan’s a frequent speaker on social media\, PR\, journalism and the future of TV. He’s been honored as one of PR News’ Rising Stars and one of PRSA’s 15 Under 35. He’s moderated panels or given presentations at SXSW\, PRWeek\, Social Media Week\, Collision\, Web Summit\, Digital Hollywood\, PRSA\, Ragan’s and Cannes Lions You can follow him on Twitter and Instagram @natanedelsburg. \n  \nAbout Muck Rack \nMuck Rack’s Public Relations Management (PRM) platform enables PR teams to work together to find the right journalists for their stories\, send customized pitches\, build meaningful relationships with the media\, monitor news and quantify their impact. Thousands of organizations use Muck Rack to take their communications to the next level.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/the-state-of-media-relations-how-to-grab-a-journalists-attention-in-these-uncertain-times/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon,Professional Development Luncheon,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20210111T182738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T183313Z
UID:10303-1611230400-1611234000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Why communicators are the most important DE&I change agents
DESCRIPTION:Why communicators are the most important DE&I change agents  \nJoin IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Thursday\, Jan. 21\, 2021 to learn about the importance of communications in executing your DE&I strategy. \nEven in the midst of managing a global pandemic\, organizations are prioritizing their diversity\, equity and inclusion efforts. Communicators need to take the reins and develop an inclusive communications plan for what matters most: making connections\, listening\, empathy\, compassion – and meaningful change. \nDuring the event\, Kim Clark will discuss how to: \n\nBe a conscious communicator when writing for the CEO\, leading a meeting and publishing content for all of your audiences.\nBe inclusive in all communications channels\, in print\, images\, speeches\, graphics and videos.\nAssess your DE&I IQ and learn what to do with the results\nPartner with HR on developing inclusive language guides\, policies and procedures\n\n  \nRegister now! \nDate: Thursday\, January 21\, 2021 \nTime: 12 – 1 p.m. CT \nLocation: Zoom \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/why-communicators-are-the-most-important-dei-change-agents/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T183000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20201117T233458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T145256Z
UID:10258-1607619600-1607625000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:IABC Chicago Holiday Event – Virtual Escape Game Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC Chicago to celebrate the end of 2020 with a twist on virtual networking. Bring your problem-solving skills (and a cocktail or two) and put your collaborative communications skills to good use in a virtual escape game. \nWe’ll play in teams of 3 – 5 people on Zoom. You will use logical thinking\, dexterity and observation to solve puzzles and make your way out. It’s also a great way to get to know fellow communicators in Chicagoland and beyond. \nAnd\, the more the merrier! We invite members of other IABC Chapter members to join the fun. \nTo see what we’re up against\, check out this short video. \nRegister now! \nDate: Thursday\, Dec. 10 \nTime: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM CT \nLocation: Zoom \nPrice:\nMembers and Students: (with valid student ID): $20\nNon-members: $25 \nRSVP: Register now!  \n  \nAbout The Green Hat People®: We are a people engagement provider. We help clients communicate with staff and customers in an innovative and more engaging way. Beat the Hacker is designed to help organizations gather their talents remotely though gamification to motivate\, engage\, and have FUN! \nAbout Our Game Host\, Yvonne Sharpe: Yvonne is passionate about bringing people together to connect\, collaborate\, and create change. Contact her to find out how GHP’s virtual games can help rejuvenate your team: yvonne.sharpe@greenhatpeople.com
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/iabc-chicago-holiday-event-virtual-escape-game-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20201109T222414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T222414Z
UID:10229-1604908800-1604941200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Gallup Center on Black Voices
DESCRIPTION:IABC Chicago introduces the Gallup Center on Black Voices\nJoin IABC/Chicago and Gallup on Thursday\, November 12\, 2020 for an introductory session on Gallup’s Center on Black Voices program. \nIn this session\, we’ll hear from Gallup’s research experts who designed this program to study the experiences of more than 40 million Black Americans in the U.S. with a goal to enable partnerships that will be a driving force of change in our society. \nJoin the conversation and learn about program’s research pillars designed to provide measurable insight that will allow us to create healthier and stronger communities and workplaces. \nRegister now! \nDate: November 12\, 2020 \nTime: 12 pm – 1 pm CST \nLocation: Zoom Webinar \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: $15\nStudents (with valid student ID): $5 \nRSVP: Register now! \n\n  \nAbout the Host/Presenter/Panel:  \nCamille Lloyd\, Director\, Gallup Center on Black Voices \nCamille provides global leaders with research consulting\, advice and guidance and manages a team of researchers and statisticians \nAs director of the Gallup Center on Black Voices\, Camille leads Gallup’s research initiative devoted to studying and highlighting the experiences of more than 40 million Black Americans. The center tracks and reports the progress on life outcomes regarding topics such as justice\, health and wellbeing\, economic opportunity\, jobs and work\, education and community\, and environment. \nAs a senior consultant\, Camille provides thought leadership on multi-year evaluation contracts\, international research projects\, custom-design quantitative and qualitative research studies\, and leadership and management consulting projects. Camille’s areas of expertise include criminal justice\, community preparedness and resilience\, workplace and worker rights issues\, and program and policy evaluation. \nBefore joining Gallup\, Camille worked as a research professor at George Mason University. She has co-authored several book chapters on best practices in juvenile justice education. Camille co-authored the article “Procedural Justice\, Police Legitimacy\, and Helping the Police Fight Crime: Results from a Survey of Jamaican Adolescents\,” which was published in the Police Quarterly. Camille is a member of Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research and leads Gallup’s Human Research Protections Program. \n  \nKorpo Momolu\, Associate Director\, Gallup Center on Black Voices \nAs associate director of the Gallup Center on Black Voices\, Korpo Momolu leads a team that is responsible for developing and executing the center’s strategy. Korpo brings the center’s mission to life by overseeing breakthrough research that will create a better understanding of the lived experiences of Black Americans. \nKorpo brings a wealth of organizational effectiveness and DE&I expertise to this role. Before joining Gallup\, she served as a trusted adviser for a diverse client base\, where she created change management strategies with an emphasis on building inclusive teams. \nKorpo has bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Public Health and a minor in African American Studies from Indiana University. Korpo also holds IC Agile Certified Professional (ICP) and Certified Scrum Master (CMS) certifications.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/gallup-center-on-black-voices/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon,Professional Development Luncheon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20201004T004807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201004T004854Z
UID:10190-1602763200-1602766800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Making a Really Good Impression!
DESCRIPTION:  \nWhether you’re looking for a new job\, changing careers\, or improving your online presence\, this session is right for you.\nJoin IABC Chicago on Thursday\, October 15\, 2020\, at 12 p.m. CST for a conversation with Lisa Frank\, CEO of LBF Strategies\, LLC\, a recruiting & career coaching firm. \nLisa is a thought leader\, career coach\, mentor\, and recruiter specialized in the PR/Comms space. Her online #FranklySpeakingFriday video channel provides her followers with updates and information on how to stay on the top of the game when looking for the next step in your career\, and we are honored to extend that offering in a form of a webinar. \nDuring the event\, Lisa will cover career trends in the communications field\, discuss resume writing tips\, and talk about the importance of networking and online presence.  \nIf you have a specific question you’d like Lisa to answer\, you can submit them to chicago-info@iabc.com by Monday\, October 12\, 2020. \nClick here to register here \nDate: Thursday\, October 15\, 2020 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom \nPrice: Free \n\nAbout the Presenter: \nA connector\, a nationwide recruitment partner\, and a career coach\, Lisa B. Frank is the CEO of LBF Strategies\, LLC\, a recruiting & career coaching firm.  With more than 15 years of recruiting experience\, Lisa maintains a specialized recruitment expertise and a vast network in the Public Relations and Communications industries. \nDuring the 2008 economic downturn\, Lisa’s work as a recruiter propelled her into the career coaching space. As she spent a great deal of time talking to job seekers who were at a professional crossroads\, she uncovered her professional passion and talent for coaching\, and obtain the necessary training to formalize her expertise to work one-on-one with professionals to help them navigate the job search and career development process. In 2012\, Lisa set up shop in her living room and launched LBF Strategies. \nToday\, Lisa matches talent with companies from coast to coast\, and also coaches professionals\, at all levels\, to navigate today’s competitive job search process – and ultimately reach their career goals. Through her blog\, Frankly Speaking\, and weekly #FranklySpeakingFriday segments\, Lisa shares her insights\, guidance and sometimes outrageous (but true) stories around career topics with humanness\, candor\, and even a little humor. \nLisa holds an M.S. in Public Service Administration from DePaul University and a B.A. in Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Lisa was born and raised in Minneapolis\, spent many years living in Chicago\, and currently resides in Carmel\, IN.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-making-a-really-good-impression/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200930T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200930T181500
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20200917T161509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T164026Z
UID:10171-1601485200-1601489700@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Figuring Out Freelancing
DESCRIPTION:Come share or learn everything you ever wanted to about becoming a freelance communicator!\nJoin IABC/Chicago on September 30 at 5:00 p.m. for a chance to learn the ins and outs of becoming a communications freelancer. You will be able to hear from experienced freelancers in the field about the benefits and challenges of freelancing\, or join us to share your expertise as a current or previous freelancer! The event will kick off with an introduction from our host\, followed by a moderated group discussion \nRSVP: Register here\nSpace is limited and based on first-come\, first-serve. Secure your spot today! \nDate: September 30\, 2020 \nTime: 5:00 to 6:15 p.m. \nPrice: Members: Free | Non-members: $10 | Students $5 \n\nAbout the Host:  \nChris Hickey is the Director of Membership Services on the 2020-2021 IABC Board. Chris has had a passion for effective communication for his entire life. Although Chris had opportunities in grade school to perform as a soloist and orchestral music and theatre performer\, it was not until a speech teacher in high school convinced him to take a speech course that he became excited about public speaking and business communications. Chris earned his degree in Communications at the University of Illinois. Chris then embarked upon a career that now has 20 years of progressive sales\, marketing\, and communications experience at Fortune 500 companies and several startups. Chris is currently the Co-Founder of Two (2) Step (www.twostepsbus.com)\, a Salesforce CRM Software consulting firm. 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-figuring-out-freelancing/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200826T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200826T183000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20200818T003259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T055430Z
UID:10100-1598461200-1598466600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Networking: Meet the 2020/2021 IABC Chicago Board Members
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual networking event!\nJoin the IABC Chicago Board on Wednesday\, August 26\, 2020\, for a speed-dating style event and meet the team that’s here to make 2020/2021 a year of the Chicagoland Communicator! \nYou’ll get a chance to speak directly with Board members\, chat with them in breakout rooms\, and tell us what’s on your mind\, what interests you\, and how we can serve you best this year. \nLimited space is available\, so don’t miss out and register today! \nRSVP: Register here \nDate & Time: Wednesday\, August 26\, 2020 at 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm CST \nLocation: Virtual meeting via Zoom \nPrice: Free \n\nSchedule:\n5:00 –5:15 p.m. — Event Welcome & Kick-Off with the Chapter President and introduction of the Board Members. \n5:15 – 6:15 p.m. — Breakout Sessions: Meet with different Board Members. Note: Bring questions\, ideas\, and expectations so that we can make 2020/2021 the year of the Chicagoland Communicator.  \n6:15 – 6:30 p.m. — Q&A and wrap-up. \n  \nAbout the Board:\n\nRebecca Shaffer\, Chapter President and Managing Partner at Ragan Communications\nJuston Teach\, President-Elect and Director of Virtual Events at Ragan Communications\nPeg Wander\, Finance\nKellie Harris\, Co-Director of Professional Development & Events and\nAmisha Shah\, Professional Development & Events Committee Member\nArek Gazda\, Co-Director of Professional Development & Events and Transformation & Internal Communications\nManager at Alliant Credit Union\nRhonda Carlson\, Chapter Marketing & PR Committee Member\nCarolynn Muci\, Membership Communication\nAstrid Greve-Spencer\, Creative Services\nSara Burcheri\, Sponsorship\nBelia Ortega\, Volunteers
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/networking-meet-the-2020-2021-iabc-chicago-board-members/
CATEGORIES:Networking
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T165953
CREATED:20200615T185955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T152805Z
UID:10090-1593000000-1593003600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Leading Through and After Disruption
DESCRIPTION:This year\, employees have faced a serious disruption. Many were sent home; some are out of work — and all will return to the workforce different than they were before. Join us for a free webinar. \nThis briefing will share research that will help inform your long-term work from home strategy while maintaining employee engagement and wellbeing. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_I3Q20ASiQJmW42xIwEFEUA
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-leading-through-and-after-disruption/
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