The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators
Download the 2018 Call for Entries brochure and submit your entry. Chicago communicators can now enter the 2018 Bronze Quill Awards sponsored by the Chicago chapter of the International Association of […]
Presented by Lane Kasselman Bad things happen on weekends, holidays and when the weather is nice—learn how to always be prepared for a crisis and the rules for communicating through […]
Presented by Dawn Smeaton PR and communication professionals do not like surprises. The last thing they want is to be in the dark when it comes to news—good or bad—affecting […]
Each year, the IABC Chicago executive committee proudly presents the Karen Utterback Volunteer Award to one outstanding individual. Karen Utterback, ABC We are now accepting nominations for the 2018 Award. To nominate […]
Collaboration to Improve Department Communication Presented by Shahara Wright Most department leaders will say that the C Suite doesn’t care if departments work together. However, managers know that it is necessary to complete the work that needs to be done. It often seems like it is impossible because of distrust and suspicion between departments. However, a […]
Join us on September 27 for IABC Chicago’s premiere annual event celebrating our 2018 Bronze Quill Awards winners. Date: Thursday, September 27 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Location: Wildfire 159 W. Erie Street Chicago, IL 60654 Dress: Business attire Register Here On-site registration will be available. Bronze Quill Awards Ticket Options (includes appetizers, dinner and a […]
Everyone communicates. The communication function is only one part of sharing information and facilitating meaning in any organization. Yet the growth in social platforms, the role of communication partners including HR, change, project management and marketing, along with the essential communication impact of managers force communicators to relinquish control. In this webinar, learn how introducing […]
The bots are here…But do we know where we are going? Join Mary Hills, ABC, Six Sigma, IABC Fellow, FRSA, Business Principal at HeimannHills Marketing Group, as she discusses the inaugural 2018 Communicating Artificial Intelligence Global Report done by the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence. The report summarizes key findings from the Communicating AI survey that was conducted […]
Presented by John Deveney Cyber-attacks have become a destructive and common problem. From compromised point-of-sale transactions to personal information security breaches, cyber-attacks can debilitate a business in the short-term and cause reputation damage in the long-term. What was previously considered an IT issue is elevated to the boardroom. Join John Deveney for a lesson in […]
Presented by John Deveney No matter your industry, the fake news hysteria should not be taken lightly. As consumers become more empowered by social media, brand reputations lie in the hands of anyone with an internet connection and malicious intent. Companies that are proactive in crisis management are more likely to minimize damage and maintain good […]