IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

Design Your Growth: Mindset Shifts for Advancement – Thurs., Dec 11, 5pmCT (Free for Members)

Join IABC/Chicago in an interactive webinar with Michele Monte and Kevin Kowalick, co-founders of Offshoot Coaching Professional Development, also our Event Sponsor! Led by IABC/Chicago member and Executive Coach David Polmer, this webinar is designed to help you take control of your leadership journey. This session will show you how to design … [Read more...]

“Meet the Board” Mixer: Wed., Oct. 22 – Sweetwater Tavern

Calling all storytellers, strategists, and brand builders! Join us at Sweetwater Tavern for a vibrant evening of connection and conversation with fellow communicators including the 2025-2026 IABC/Chicago Board of Directors. Whether you're in PR, marketing, internal comms, or digital media, this is your chance to share ideas, swap stories, and … [Read more...]

A Bold New Chapter Begins: IABC/Chicago 2025–26

This week, I officially step into the role of President of IABC Chicago, and I’m honored to do so alongside an incredible group of leaders who make up our 2025–26 Board of Directors. Each of them brings passion, expertise, and fresh ideas to the table, and together, we’re ready to lead our chapter into an exciting year. IABC Chicago Chapter has … [Read more...]

Reflections on IABC World Conference: We’re not support teams—we’re strategy teams ~ by Arek Gazda, SCMP

This was my fourth IABC World Conference, and it was the most rewarding one yet. I heard from speakers that grounded their sessions in proven principles while offering fresh perspectives, reconnected with many brilliant communication professionals, and made new connections that energized me. All of these moments throughout the conference … [Read more...]

A Message From Our President: Great Things on the Horizon for IABC/Chicago

What a year it's been. As with our profession, IABC is constantly evolving and we continually grow to meet the ever-changing needs of new technology such as AI as well as new workplaces scenarios and global policies. One driving factor that has not wavered is IABC/Chicago's focus to bring together communication professionals — whether internal … [Read more...]