The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators
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. We’ll play in teams of 3 – 5 people on Zoom. You will use logical thinking, dexterity […]
Why communicators are the most important DE&I change agents Join IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 to learn about the importance of communications in executing your DE&I strategy. Even in the midst of managing a global pandemic, organizations are prioritizing their diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Communicators need to take the […]
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 […]
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. Employees 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 […]
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. Leadership 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. If you want to go […]
Join IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 for a discussion around change communications. It 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. […]
Join IABC/Chicago and Crescenzo Communications on Thursday, May 20, 2021, to learn how to become an effective writer. Great 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." […]
Join IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, to learn how to become a more persuasive and influential communicator. Communications 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 […]
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. But, Gravity Labs didn’t arrive at those answers overnight. It took […]
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. Limited spots available, R.S.V.P. now! Members and Non-Members welcome. Date: Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021 Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. CT Location: Island Party Hut, […]