IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

Rapido!

  Quick! Tell us a compelling story – a soup-to-nuts story – that includes the main character, plot, conflict and conclusion. Easy, right? Now do it in under five minutes. That's what Rápido is all about. Rápido, the Spanish word for “rapid,” is our annual high-octane event that challenges presenters to share an innovative campaign in … [Read more...]

Professional Development Luncheon: How to be Your Organization’s Go-To Speechwriter

  Crafting powerful speeches and remarks requires more than a flair for writing. But what are those things? Don’t miss this special presentation by Mary Jo Bohr, a communications and speechwriting pro who’s written speeches for scores of CEOs and other executives. In her presentation she’ll explore: -- The key differences between writing … [Read more...]

Annual Open Forum Meeting

  Get to know IABC Chicago!  The IABC Chicago Board of Directors invites members and nonmembers to our annual Open Forum Meeting on Tuesday, April 10, 2018. We have opened this meeting to all to provide an opportunity to share plans for coming months and to solicit ideas regarding ways we can better serve our members. Tuesday, April … [Read more...]

Young Professionals: Luck O’ the IABC Networking Bash

  Celebrate an extended St. Patty’s Day with your favorite communications professionals at Lizzie McNeill’s Irish Pub in Streeterville from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 22! Join us for great networking opportunities with your IABC Chicago friends. The event is open to professionals of all ages, and you need not be an IABC member to … [Read more...]

Webinar: How to Define, Articulate and Activate Your Company’s Purpose

  How to Define, Articulate and Activate Your Company’s Purpose Presented by Guusje Bendelert In today’s climate, purpose plays a bigger role in business than ever before. Purpose can be the keystone of your brand story or the X-factor for retention and recruitment efforts. But, what really is purpose? How should it be communicated? … [Read more...]