IABC Philly Wins Professional Development Award
IABC Philly received the 2024 chapter management award for professional development from IABC International. The award, presented at the association's recent World Conference in Chicago, "recognizes the leadership, management, creativity and teamwork of IABC chapter leaders."
IABC: Boost Your Value As a Communication Pro
In the July/Aug issue of Philly Ad News, Rick Alcantara, president of IABC Philadelphia, discusses the organization's role in delivering professional development opportunities to communications pros.
Diane Streleckis is a writer and content strategist dedicated to using the power of words for good. Her mission is to understand what makes people tick and then share practical ideas to help support their needs and concerns. She’s applied this mission mindset across industries for more than 30 years.
Photos from May14 Presentation on AI Prompt Writing
On May 14, Greg Matusky, CEO and Founder of Gregory FCA, delivered an engaging program on AI prompt writing.
Read moreIABC Philly Members Volunteer for Habitat for Humanity
IABC Philly board members Rick Alcantara, Rashi Iyer and Bill Seiberlich volunteered for a Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity project build on May 4. Work included painting and installing fire-related sheathing and lighting fixtures.
IABC Creates U.S. Region, Dissolves Heritage Region
The Heritage, Pacific Plains and Southern regions held their Annual General Meetings (AGM) on 30 April. Delegates from all three regions voted to dissolve their respective region to become one U.S. region. This dissolution also initiates a new, emerging region for members in the Caribbean and Latin America.
Read moreBe Part of IABC Philly's Day of Service
Join us on May 4 for a morning of community service in support of Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity. You'll team with fellow IABC Philly members in a home project build. No carpentry, painting, plumbing, or electrical experience is required.
How to be Your Own Super Hero: Essential Networking and Career Building Strategies
by Katie Quackenboss – In 2024, there will be about four million students graduating from college and entering the job market, myself included. They will need direction and lots of help. The professional world has much to offer, but where do you begin?
An interview with IABC President Rick Alcantara
Rick Alcantara, president of IABC Philadelphia, recently appeared on Tiffany's Community Spotlight to discuss public relations, crisis communications and association membership with host Tiffany DuBois-Morales.
Navigating the Unseen Roads: A Journey to Personae
By Diane Streleckis - The idea of personas for communication seems simple. You develop a set of profiles, each representing a segment of your audience, then write your materials to the appropriate person. But, of course, the process to create these personae is never simple. And no matter how well you plan, it’s usually full of surprises.