IABC Headquarters announced yesterday evening that Executive Director Chris Sorek has resigned to return to the corporate sector. This message has sent shockwaves through the organization, ignited several discussions on social networks, and brought unnecessary rumor and innuendo. As chapter president, I feel it is important that we relay the … [Read more...]
IABC/Chicago Announces 2013-14 Board of Directors
The votes have been counted! Your 2013-14 IABC/Chicago board of directors are: President – Connie Mayse Director, Finance – Tanya Jogee Secretary – Michele Mazur Director, Accreditation – Rosanne Belczak, ABC Director, Chapter Marketing/PR – Debra Lynn Ross Director, Member Communications – Emily Parker Co-Directors, Educational … [Read more...]
Recognizing IABC Excellence – Karen Utterback Award Nominations Now Open!
The IABC/Chicago board of directors is proud to present the Karen Utterback Volunteer Award. This annual award, which began in 2011, recognizes a seasoned professional who donates his/her time and talent to further the professional communications practice. The IABC/Chicago executive committee honors one outstanding individual at our Bronze Quill … [Read more...]
Next IABC World Conference is in New York
IABC/Chicago was thrilled to host the 2012 IABC World Conference last June. Planning already is well underway for the 2013 IABC World Conference, to be held June 23-26 at the Hilton New York. It’s New York! Times Square, billboards on Broadway, restaurants flowing with international conversations and everywhere a confidence and community of … [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...]