Gold Quill Award Early Bird Rate Deadline
2022-01-09
Today is the early bird deadline for 2022 Gold Quill Submission

Copywriting: The Scientific Artistry of Storytelling
2022-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
This IABC/Philadelphia webinar will help participants understand the importance of writing for specific audiences, adhering to proven search engine optimization (SEO) techniques, and creating content for different types of platforms. The goal is to arm participants with techniques, strategies, and tips that will improve their writing generally and their marketing copywriting specifically.
Justin will discuss different types of copywriting, such as blog content, article content, social media content, and more. He will also discuss best practices for writing as they relate to SEO, copy length, grammar, voice, tone, and how to craft audience-centered communications.
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The Seven Deadly Sins of Employee Communications
2022-01-13 13:00 - 14:00
Everybody makes mistakes. And employee communicators are no different. But people keep making the SAME mistakes. Over and over again. This event will offer real-life solutions on how to avoid them, including case studies, best practices, and examples from your colleagues around the world.
Register for this webinar from Crescenzo Communications.

Gold Quill Award Deadline of Entries
2022-01-16
Today is the deadline of entries for the 2022 Gold Quill Award

Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration
2022-01-17 11:00 - 13:30
The public is invited to these free events. Registration is requested but not required.
11 AM: Marchers will meet at the Tinner Hill Civil Rights Monument located at South Washington St. (Lee Hwy) and Tinner Hill Road. Sign making and family activities will take place. Those not vaccinated must wear masks and social distancing is required. Public parking available at 455 South Maple Ave., Falls Church, VA 22046.
12 Noon: The March proceeds from the monument, down South Washington St. (Lee Hwy) to The Falls Church Episcopal. There will be signs along South Washington St. to honor the African Americans whose land was taken by eminent domain in 1922 to build a road to honor the Confederate General (Robert E. Lee) who fought to keep their ancestors enslaved.
Attendees will gather outside on the church grounds at 115 East Fairfax St., Falls Church, VA 22046. There will be limited seating for those who cannot stand.
Parking is available in the church parking lot, entrance on East Broad St. (Rt. 7), street parking on East Fairfax St. & Douglass Ave., and the public lot at the George Mason Square.
1:00 PM: The Commemorative Program speaker will be U.S. Representative Don Beyer.
NOTE: Per Virginia COVID protocol, those not vaccinated must wear masks and maintain six feet of physical distance. Anyone entering the church MUST wear a mask.
This event is sponsored by the Tinner Hill Heritage Foundation (THHF), the Social Justice Committee of Falls Church and Vicinity, an initiative of THHF, and the City of Falls Church.
Thank you to our supporters: The Falls Church Episcopal, Falls Church Bahá’i Community, local businesses, churches and faith communities, community groups, neighbors and our friends at Homestretch, Inc.
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Information: www.tinnerhill.org

The Great Resignation: How Purpose-Driven Companies Defy It
2022-01-18 12:30 - 13:30
Over the past year we’ve seen a wave of resignations throughout the U.S. This has put a toll on many companies and teams. But, not all companies have to give in to the Great Resignation. Studies show that the more purposeful a company is, the more they deem others around them irrelevant. Purposeful companies value all who contribute, but your communications MUST be clear. You can’t fake this one.
Register here for this IABC/Dallas event.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion – Panel Discussion
2022-01-18 14:00 - 15:00
Join IABC Phoenix for an engaging panel discussion on how communications professionals can proactively develop and support LGBTQ-inclusive DE&I initiatives and goals.
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Communication Strategy: Up Your Game
2022-01-19 13:00 - 14:00
Strategy is a ubiquitous word in business, but what does it really mean? What does it look like in communications? How can you become more respected as a strategic player?
Learn from Cason Lane, ABC, who will discuss the definition of strategy, what separates strategic thinkers from tactical ones, and some real-world examples of communication strategy in action — from internal communications to marketing to corporate social responsibility.
Register here for IABC/Minnesota’s first professional development event of 2022.

Late Deadline of Entries (with Surcharge)
2022-01-23
To is the Deadline for Late Entries (with Surcharge) for the 2022 Gold Quill Awards

Operating in Your 2022 New Normal: Shaping and Influencing Culture in a Remote Work Environment
2022-01-25 13:00 - 14:00
How have remote and hybrid work environments affected your organization over the past two years? During this webinar presented by Leslie Krohn, you’ll discover ways to positively influence culture in the evolving workplace as you execute on clear and measurable communication objectives. This is an IABC Heritage Region event.
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Woke Marketing & Communications: Use Your Brand for Social Change
2022-02-02 18:00 - 19:30
Is a brand or company being truly authentic to its core values? All. The. Time. Not just for one month of the year and not just in their marketing. They demonstrate it with their supply chain. They demonstrate it with their hiring practices. They demonstrate it with their internal culture. They ALWAYS demonstrate it! This is called Woke Marketing.
In this virtual event with Jefferson Darrell, Founder & CEO of Breakfast Culture, sought out Diversity and Inclusion educator, and accomplished marketing professional, you will learn how to demonstrate your inclusive brand through every section of your organization and learn about Woke Marketing & Communications’ “3 Bees.” Utilizing examples from popular culture and case studies focused on Women, Racialized, Indigenous, Peoples with Disabilities, LGBTQ+, and more.
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AfropolitanDC - The Black Heritage Experience
2022-02-04 18:00 - 23:00
AfropolitanDC is back with “The Black Heritage Experience” – Join us for an amazing night of connections and culture over cocktails at the 2022 premiere of DMV’s largest cultural mixer for over 500 professionals and to kick-off the Black History Month celebrations.

The event typically features exciting black history networking games, African and Caribbean cultural experessions inlcuding artist performances, fashion shows, top AfroCaribben DJs, dance performances, retail & food vendors to spice up the experience with authentic and delicious Afrocaribean bites.
The event also acknowledges and celebrates all African and Caribbean countries with independence in the respective months .
Admission:
You must RSVP by EOD on Thursday Feb 3 for complimentary admission
Free before 6:30pm with RSVP | $20 regular admission | $10 Advance Online Tickets
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The Tower Club Presents: A Black History Reception and Networking
2022-02-09 18:00 - 20:30
Connect with leaders at the top of their industry, CEOs, business owners and entrepreneurs who value making meaningful connections and building a quality network.
1 drink ticket/ CASH BAR/ Lite Bites
Tower Club Members register through Membership Portal
Registration Required.
Location: Tower Club, 8000 Tower Crescent Dr. Suite 1700, Vienna, VA 22182
For More Information : Call (703)761-4250 / RSVP@towertysons.com
Nichole Foster – Nichole.Foster@clubcorp.com

Commnet - Trends in Digital Communications
2022-02-09 19:00 - 20:00
Come join your fellow IABC members and guests for IABC Dallas’s new social networking event series! For each event, we’ll have an open discussion on ideas and perspectives on key topics.
For our first event, we’ll kick off a discussion around trends in digital communications. Get ready for networking, games and door prizes!
And are you looking for a new work opportunity, or hoping to hire for your team? We’ll set aside some time to share that, too.
Can’t wait to see you there!
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Building Your Strategic Network on LinkedIn: The Three Steps You Need To Know
2022-02-15 13:00 - 14:00
Kristen Dyck will walk you through the steps to building a strategic network and share lots of tips and tricks along the way. No more confusion, no more wasted time and energy trying to figure out the platform. This is actionable information you can use immediately. You’re going to leave feeling confident and knowing a LOT more about LinkedIn.
The three key takeaways for this webinar include:
Learn how to build your network strategically so that opportunities come to you on LinkedIn.
Learn how to decide who you should/should not accept connection requests from.
Learn what to do when new people join your network so that you stay top-of-mind.
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MOMENTUM 2022: Business Communicators Summit
2022-02-22
IABC Kansas City’s Business Communicators Summit is the region’s leading conference for marketing and communications professionals. This one-day virtual event is packed with world-class content and networking opportunities that are a hallmark of our annual summit.
Keynote Kim Kaupe headlines a roster of talented speakers covering all of the trending topics, including:
Matt Blume, Trozzolo Communications Group – Video Marketing
Alexis Ceule, Social Media Manager, Content Strategist & Creator – Social Media
Dean Davison, Davison Strategic Communications – Media Relations
Jared Hoffmann, VMLY&R – Search Engine Optimization
Eric Morgenstern, Morningstar Communications – Executive Presence
Kevin & Danny Ritz, State Your Line Podcast – Podcasting
Melynn Sight, nSight Marketing – Discovering Your Own Breakthrough Value
Justin Watkins, Native Digital – Brand Communication & Customer Acquisition
and more!
BCS will culminate with a Happy Hour at The Granfalloon, located at Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza. So join KC IABC members and local professionals on February 22!
Can’t attend on the day or worried you’ll miss a presentation? Sign up through Whova, and you’ll maintain access to conference content after February 22.
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Lunch and Learn on Internal Communication Trends - Hosted by Simpplr.
2022-02-22 12:00 - 2022-02-24 13:00
IABC DC and Richmond’s February networking event is a special series sponsored by Simpplr., software for today’s modern employee intranet. Internal communications practitioners have seen the demands on their function swell and the stakes heighten since March 2020. Join our virtual panel of experts for a discussion on strategies, trends, and best practices in adapting to the new world of work.
The wide-ranging discussion will cover themes including:

The role of internal comms in an unprecedented crisis
Supporting distributed workforces and the rise of the digital workplace
Competing in an increasingly competitive — and globalized — talent market
Repairing a fractured feedback loop

Space is limited. Registration subject to approval.
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Diane Rehm Book Club — "The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story" by Nikole Hannah-Jones
2022-02-23 13:00 - 14:00
To honor Black History Month, the Diane Rehm Book Club selection for February is “The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story”, created by Nikole Hannah-Jones. The book is an expansion of The New York Times Magazine’s award-winning issue that sought to reframe our country’s history, placing slavery at the center of the American story.

Through 18 essays and 36 poems and works of fiction, the book explores our past and present, explains inequalities that exist today and illuminates moments of struggle and resistance.
Join Diane Rehm and a panel featuring contributors to “The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story” for an in-depth conversation about a work that has won prizes, inspired backlash, and pushed readers to think about U.S. history in new and profound ways.
You are welcome to submit any questions here for Diane and guests. You’ll also have an opportunity to share feedback and ask questions during the virtual event.
Registration: To participate, you must register by 12 p.m. ET on February 23. All registered participants will receive an email with instructions on how to connect to our virtual event on Zoom. Live closed captioning will be available. We will also live stream the event on Facebook. You can tune in on the Diane Rehm Facebook page, with or without a Facebook account.

February Wine Class: Black Wineries and Winemakers and Their History in the Industry
2022-02-23 19:00 - 21:00
Join us at Sonoma Cellar for our February Wine Class! We will be highlighting six different wines and wineries that are making excellent wine and have great stories to share.
If you do not want to pay the eventbrite fee, please call us at 703.566.9867 and we will get you signed up.
Location: Sonoma Cellar, 207 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
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Opening Premiere: Attacks on Democracy Through Black Photojournalism
2022-02-25 19:00 - 21:00
ONE NIGHT: Join us for the debut of “Attacks on Democracy,” an exhibition reframing the Jan. 6 insurrection through Black photojournalism.

January 6, 2022 marks the one-year anniversary of the Capital Insurrection–an event that many regard as a terror attack, an act of white supremacy, and a crime against American democracy after the defeat of then-President Donald Trump in the 2020 election. News and press captured a sea of white faces storming the Capital building, but more than one Black individual was also in the midst of the chaos that day, capturing every moment.

Shedrick Pelt is a DC photojournalist, who has used his camera as a weapon to illuminate these vile acts. This February, during Black History Month, he will be curating “Attacks on Democracy: Through the Lens of a Black Photojournalist,” hosted at Gallery O on H, which aims to re-examine the January 6 insurrection and the shutdown of DC through the lens of Black photojournalism while also shedding light on what it’s like to navigate an industry dominated by his white counterparts.
The exhibition will debut with an opening night premiere on February 26 with a cocktail hour, artist discussion, and cash bar.

Address: Gallery O on H, 1354 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002
All proceeds go to support Shedrick Pelt in the creation of the show and BlkArthouse in fulfilling their mission of supporting Black artists.
Timeline:
7:00: Doors Open & Cocktail Hour – People are encouraged to walk around the gallery space and view the framed photography for sale.
8:00: Artist Discussion – BlkArthouse sits down with Shedrick Pelt to discuss his experience being on-site and capturing the Jan. 6 insurrection. We’ll highlight some key pieces and talk about the importance of Black photojournalism.
9:00: Closing Toast
Attire: Business/smart casual
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Exploring the Big Internal Communication Challenges Facing Organizations in 2022
2022-03-03 11:00 - 12:00
Endorsed by the IABC, the annual State of the Sector report is the definitive global survey of the internal communication profession brought to you by Gallagher’s Employee Experience and Communication team.
In this webinar, Siobhan Hammond and Amanda Sheps will explore some of the key themes covered in the 2021/22 report, which is informed by 1,300+ responses from communication and HR professionals around the world.
The three key takeaways for this webinar include:

Find out how organizations are adjusting their channel and engagement strategies to hybrid working.
Explore how organizations are weaving an ever-expanding number of themes and topics (D&I, ESG, wellbeing, ways of working) into their corporate narrative – and with what impact.
Understand what world-class communicators do better, and how that positions them to influence their organizations.

Click here to view the full report.
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Convergence Summit
2022-03-17 09:30 - 19:00
The one-day, in-person Convergence Summit in Minneapolis, MN brings together experts from both the business and academic realms to explore the changes and challenges business communicators face.
Business communication is becoming evermore complex. Messages, audiences, and communication channels continue to evolve and converge. The sessions will explore cutting-edge theories along side real-world case studies to help you learn how to build your organization’s reputation, connect with your audiences, and influence stakeholders in this ever-changing environment. This event is a joint venture of IABC Minnesota and the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota. The Summit will be held at the McNamara Alumni Center, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis Campus.
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Demystifying Community and Unlocking its Value
2022-03-17 12:00 - 13:00
The word “community” has found itself woven into strategic conversations in all kinds of industries. From tech companies to nonprofits, leaders are citing community as the way forward to take their businesses into the future. But what does community actually mean and how does it differ from marketing or social media?
During this podcast Marjorie Anderson will help create clarity around what community is (and isn’t) and the value that it brings.
Listeners can expect to:

Get a clear definition of community
Understand how communicating with an audience differs from communicating with a community
Understand the value that community unlocks for business, regardless of the industry

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Who Says Your Business Content Can't Be Thrilling?
2022-03-22 12:30 - 13:30
Does your audience move to the next item too fast? Content need a little more style? Novels use tension, likable main characters, memorable villains and exciting story arcs. Learn how to intermingle corporate and creative writing techniques to keep your readers interested. This IABC/Dallas session is for all communicators—from strategists to writers to visual communicators. If you’re writing customer profile stories, marketing content, thought leadership, employee communications or even HR policies, this event will teach you techniques to better engage your audiences.
Two unique perspectives.
Tips, methods, and lessons learned.
A good story or two.
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A Crisis WILL Happen (again). Learn How to Prepare Now.
2022-03-24 12:00 - 13:00
When you ask a group of over 600 PR pros for their favorite crisis management book, what do you think you’re told? Are you ready for a different type of crisis communications book and conversation? Because that’s what was recommended.

As Amazon says, “Crisis Ready: Building an Invincible Brand in an Uncertain World” is not about crisis management. Management is what happens after the negative event has occurred. Readiness is what is done to build an INVINCIBLE brand, where negative situations don’t occur and even if they do, they’re instantly overcome in a way that leads to increased organizational trust, credibility, and goodwill.”

Join us author Melissa Agnes, founder and CEO of the Crisis Ready® Institute, discusses her cult classic book and how you too can build a resilient culture that empowers you to overcome any type of challenge in a way that strengthens your brand.
Register early for this event so we can send you a questionnaire about your own crisis communications questions to help guide the discussion. With over a decade of experience in the space with clients ranging from NATO, the UN to Fortune 500 companies, you won’t want to miss out on the opportunity to gain from Melissa’s expertise.
If 2021 taught us anything, it’s that crisises come in many shapes and forms and the likelihood of being challenged by one is inevitable for all of us. Why not be ready to overcome any challenge in a way that transforms it into a trust-building opportunity?

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Say What You'll Do, Do What You Say: How to Build Trust through Internal Commuications and Employee Experience Actions
2022-03-24 13:00 - 14:00
In a thought-provoking session, Vicky Nunes (Sr. Director of People Experience, Simpplr) and Brian Brannon (Director of Communications, Simpplr) take a look at why the best employee experience teams build trust through action-driven communications, accountability of action, and how you can follow suit using an EX trust communications cycle. Specifically, they’ll answer the questions of how EX and IC should rethink employee communications and initiatives, how to retain engagement in communications, and how to build trust-building employee communication cycles.
Three Session Takeaways:
● Why tying employee experience action to internal communication matters
● How to plan an initiative-based employee communication cycle
● A new perspective on what it means to develop a trust with employees and why it matters
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Interview Prep to Harness Your You-Ness and Radiate Confidence
2022-04-07 13:00 - 14:00
In this webinar, Mindy Kantor shares five questions to consider before your next interview to stand out and stay true to yourself. She provides insights into the hiring manager’s perspective and offers ways to ground yourself in optimism and realism to radiate confidence throughout the entire process.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: by March 18 to freshen up your interview approach or materials live.
Mindy is looking for 2-3 volunteers who would like to join her during her webinar to sharpen their resume, core messaging, or communication approach live. To be considered, fill out the corresponding fields in the registration. Once confirmed, you’ll participate in a dry run to run through logistics in advance.
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Beyond Employee Engagement: 3 Ways to Increase Your Business Value and Influence
2022-04-14 13:00 - 14:00
Employee communication has been business-critical for organizations over the past two years. However, with economic uncertainty and tight budgets, there is increasing pressure to add business value beyond the traditional focus of employee engagement. This challenge is also a tremendous opportunity for workplace communicators in IC and HR to focus their efforts on bottom-line, operational-oriented, business goals that are high on the executive agenda — and at the same time increase their influence across their organizations.
Join former Microsoft executive Susan Slagle, ex-UTC Aerospace manager Joe Heddy, and FWI content strategist Kristy Alexander as they share best practices and specific examples of how to orchestrate your communications across multiple channels — and in ways you might not have thought of before.
The three key takeaways for this webinar include:

Show your executive team how reducing the noise created by uncoordinated messages delivers broad value to the organization.
Use comms to improve operational excellence that impacts the bottom line.
Create orchestrated messaging targeted to specific audiences through multiple channels.

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National Freelance Business Week DC April 18-22
2022-04-18 10:30 - 2022-04-21 17:00
National Freelance Business week (#FBW) embraces the local freelance ethos of each city it is hosted in and we’re excited that it’s coming to Washington, DC Metro in 2022! We are collaborating to bring local freelance business owners, leaders, creators, and supporters together to expand your network in the #DMV during our in-person events from April 18 through April 22, 2022.

FreelanceDMV is a community of freelancers and the organizer of Freelance Business Week DC #FBWDC. Our purpose is to amplify all the talented freelancers in the DC Metro area with ongoing education and networking opportunities.

Our Inaugural #FBWDC event kicks off on Monday, April 18 and goes through Thursday, April 21. Please join us as we celebrate this opportunity to build and grow the freelance community in our local area.
Click here for April 18 tickets
Click here for April 20 tickets
Click here for April 21 tickets
Click here for April 18, 20-21 tickets
Refund Policy: Contact the organizer (Brand Wagon Digital) to request a refund. Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.

#FBWDC Kickoff! - National Freelance Business Week!
2022-04-18 11:00 - 13:00 | WeWork Midtown DC, 1100 15th St NW, Washington, DC, 20005, United States
Join us in kicking off National Freelance Business Week! Hear from experts about the state of freelance and what the future holds.

About this event

Join us in celebrating National Freelance Business Week. Our inaugural event in the DMV begins with the #FBWDC Kickoff! Following a welcome and remarks from Dr. Unique Morris-Hughes, Director of the Department of Employment Services in Mayor Muriel Bowser’s Administration. In her role as State Labor Commissioner, Dr. Morris-Hughes is directly responsible for more than $150M in local, federal and specific-purpose funds administered by the District of Columbia and the federal government for workforce development programs and training, unemployment compensation, universal paid leave administration and labor standards enforcement along with more than $80M in active capital projects.
Following a welcome and remarks by Dr. Morris-Hughes, a panel of local experts will discuss the state of freelancing and independent work, the different pathways to getting there and what the future of work will look like.
Speakers include:

Janet Baptiste, Vice President/Branch Director at Robert Half
Mclean Robbins, Vice President, Enterprise Marketing, MBO Partners
Connie Steele, Author of “Building the Business of You” and Future of Work and Life expert

Moderator: Dr. Tony D. Johnson, President and CEO at Captivate Perspectives
Schedule:

11:00 – 11:15 am: Welcome and Remarks
11:15 am – 12:00 pm: Panel
12:00 – 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:00 – 3:00 pm: Open House

Note that the calendar invite will block your time from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm only but the Open House is included.
You’ll come away with:

An understanding of the state of freelancing in the DMV, where it’s headed and how it might impact you.
Connections with other DMV freelancers
Feeling part of a community
A professional headshot!*

*We’re not taking reservations for these, so it will be first come, first served.
Register – Day Pass – $25
Register – Week Pass – $65
Refund Policy: Contact the organizer (Brand Wagon Digital) to request a refund. Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.
