The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators
Free virtual networking event: Join IABC Chicago for a speed-dating-style event to meet the new IABC Chicago Board on Wednesday, August 26, 2020. Space is limited - register today!
Come share or learn everything you ever wanted to about becoming a freelance communicator! Join 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, […]
Whether you’re looking for a new job, changing careers, or improving your online presence, this session is right for you. Join 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. Lisa is a thought leader, career coach, mentor, […]
IABC Chicago introduces the Gallup Center on Black Voices Join IABC/Chicago and Gallup on Thursday, November 12, 2020 for an introductory session on Gallup’s Center on Black Voices program. In 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 […]
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. […]