IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

President’s Update: LI Recap, New Board Members and Chapter Survey

I would like to first welcome Tova Vance, Nancy Nash and Jeffrey Conover to the IABC/Chicago board of directors. These new chapter leaders joined mid-year, which presents a unique learning curve. Yet, they are overcoming their respective challenges, are quickly learning systems, and will (hopefully) continue through the 2013-14 season! I encourage … [Read more...]

2012 Proved Full of Change for IABC

Media played such an important role in 2012 – as it does every year – with so many uncanny and fascinating issues. Traditional and new media were laden with the embattled presidential election, the fiscal cliff, the Mayan calendar, twin babies dancing, dancing sensations, naked royals and much, much more. Needless to say, it’s been an interesting … [Read more...]

Membership ROI: Why am I paying for this?

Five years ago, I didn’t know IABC existed. I was working full-time, and taking night classes, with aspirations of becoming some type of communications manager. At the time, I was taking on small communications projects because I didn’t like my regular duties. I thought it might help me get a full-time communications opportunity. Looking back, I … [Read more...]

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...]

Welcome Message from the President

Welcome to the 2012-13 IABC/Chicago board year! I am extremely honored and excited to serve as president in one of IABC’s largest and most tenured chapters. Our board officially began its term on July 1 and we have a fantastic year planned. Looking back, June proved to be an extremely exciting (and busy) month! The 2012 IABC/Chicago Bronze Quill … [Read more...]