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SUMMARY:Spring Coffee Chats Around Town - May 14 at 8:00 am
DESCRIPTION:IABC Chicago’s Coffee chats are back for Spring and now in 4 locations on Thursday\, May 14th from 8-9 am. \nConnect with fellow communications pros in a fun\, relaxed setting. These casual chats are perfect for sharing ideas\, tackling challenges\, and expanding your network while enjoying your morning cup in your choice of: Chicago\, Oak Park\, Northbrook\, and Wheaton. \nWhether you’re a newbie or a seasoned expert\, there’s a seat at the table for you. Don’t miss out on this laid-back\, low-pressure get together with IABC Chicago. \nFree for members\n$12.45 for non-members \nRegister for your preferred location:\nChicago: Milli by Metric – 3110 N. Kedzie\nOak Park: Addis Cafe – 810 S. Oak Park Ave.\nNorthbrook: Bean Bar – 1901 Cherry Lane\nWheaton: Summer Moon Coffee – 811 Butterfield Road
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/spring-coffee-chats-around-town-may-21-at-800-am/
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SUMMARY:Interactive Virtual Debate - May 20th: Who Really Owns the Message?
DESCRIPTION:It’s a deceptively simple question\, but in the 2026 digital workplace\, the answer is anything but straightforward. \nJoin Chicago SHRM\, IABC/Chicago Chapter\, and our host\, Bob Lemke on May 20th for an interactive\, high-stakes virtual conversation with our\, Great Debate Series: Who Owns the Message? \nWe’ve invited three different professionals\, with different world views to talk about the future and intersection of HR and communication\, where the messaging should come from and who should be leading it. \nWhether you’re looking to balance speed vs. accuracy or governance vs. empowerment\, you’ll walk away with a framework to select the right communication approach for your organization’s maturity and risk profile. \nIt’s time to prioritize the employee experiences that matter most and prepare your HR teams for the unique demands of the year ahead. \nCome join the debate!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/interactive-virtual-debate-may-20th-who-really-owns-the-message/
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