IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

IABC Suspending New Accreditation Applications; Current Candidates Supported

IABC, our parent organization, stated last week that a "major overhaul" of our accreditation program is well underway.  For the past nine months, the IABC international executive board has undertaken a thorough review of the program and its role in supporting the professional development of members. The board is now in the final phase of the review … [Read more...]

August is for Transitions

July proved to be a very interesting month at IABC. We have a new Executive Director, Chris Sorek, and our new IABC Chair, Kirby Meyers, began his term. Our own IABC/Chicago board transitioned as well. We’re extremely happy to welcome new board members, Lisa Thomas, Robert Arredondo, Anne Divita Kopacz and Julia Dunlop. Each of them brings a unique … [Read more...]

August is Member-Get-a-Member Month

Beginning on August 1 until the end of the month Pacific Time, members can earn three free months of membership by referring another professional member to the association. In order to receive the three free months, the prospective member must not have been a member since April of 2012 and must mention the first name, last name and chapter of the … [Read more...]

Maril MacDonald to present “The Evolution of Engagement” at September luncheon

Employees are critical in managing a company's reputation, customer acquisition and retention, and relationships with communities and policymakers. Major forces are changing the nature of work and employee expectations—inspiring creative workplace arrangements and, in some cases, challenging the very definition of what it means to be an “employee.” … [Read more...]

Summer Networking, Volunteer Recognition … and Tapas!

Celebrate summer and connect with other communicators at our summer networking and volunteer recognition event on July 25. IABC/Chicago welcomes you and your colleagues to join us at Café Iberico, a family-style tapas bar specializing in traditional Spanish cuisine. Come savor the flavors of Spain and cultivate your network! “Like most things in … [Read more...]