IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

2015 Bronze Quill competition now closed

The IABC/Chicago Bronze Quill Awards recognize the best and brightest work from all communication disciplines—from marketing and public relations to writers and digital media experts. The 2015 Bronze Quill Competition is now closed. Thank you to all who submitted entries! Winners will be notified in early May and announced publicly in late May. All … [Read more...]

Member blog: What I’ve learned about IABC membership (by Susan Heitsch)

- By Susan Heitsch, VP, Communications, JPMorgan Chase (and a 30+ year IABC member) One day, you’re 22 and a coworker suggests that joining a professional organization might be a good idea for getting ahead. You blink, and the next thing you know, you’re looking at your career in the rear view window. I was stunned recently to learn that I’ve … [Read more...]

The Global Standard Grows UP!

By Mary Hills, ABC, Six Sigma If you asked an IABC member what the Global Standard was four years ago, they might have said, “Isn’t that about being accredited, an ABC?”  And, that would have been somewhat right.  However, even four years ago, the Global Standard referred to the use of the strategic communication management process when … [Read more...]

Join or renew with IABC this March and we’ll waive the $40 joining fee!

We are extending membership month to March!  Join or renew with IABC before March 31 and the $40 joining fee is waived. Come join IABC/Chicago!   How do you continue to be relevant in your career and industry? How do you grow in your career? How do you connect with other communications professionals in the Chicago area and across the … [Read more...]