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We're the UK and Ireland chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators. We connect communications professionals around the world.

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IABC UK & Ireland Summer Social Join us for this year's IABC UK & Ireland Summer Social on the 25th of June at the Last Talisman in London.

🍸 It’s happening: Summer Social 2025 is 25 June in London.

Drinks, good chat, World Conference insights, and your comms crowd.

🎟 Members free | Guests £14.99
πŸ“ The Last Talisman
🎟 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/iabc-uk-ir...

#IABC

21.05.2025 08:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Off the Clock networking event (May 2025) Join us for in-person networking in central London

join us for next month's Off The Clock to connect with fellow communications professionals, exchange ideas, and get inspired.

πŸ“† Date: Wednesday 28 May 2025
⏱️ Time: 6pm to 7.30pm BST
πŸ“ Location: Hung Drawn and Quartered, City of London

Register - it's free:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/off-the-cl...

29.04.2025 09:08 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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AI in Communications for Communicators Join us on the 8th of May from 13:00 – 14:00 for another IABC UK and Ireland lunch and learn session about AI in Communications.

Join our lunch and learn session about AI in communications, for communicators, with experts Frank Dias and Fiona Passantino:

πŸ“† Thursday 8 May
⏰ 1pm BST

Tickets are free for IABC members. Non-members pay Β£11.55
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ai-in-comm...

23.04.2025 08:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How often do you get to be in a room with communicators from all over the world?

IABC World Conference stands apart as a truly exceptional professional development opportunity.

Watch the video to find out why @simoncavendish.bsky.social loves it so much.

Early bird discount ends on 31 March.

28.03.2025 14:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What Is Organizational Culture? Create, Celebrate, and Lead It! Masters of Comms Β· Episode

What is organisational culture?

Listen to our President Elect Shane Hatton talk about culture with our Director of Membership Lamar Williams, MBA on the Masters of Comms podcast.

Listen on Spotify:
open.spotify.com/episode/7np1...

#IABC #IABCUK

25.03.2025 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Off the Clock networking event (March 2025) Join us for in-person networking in central London

Off the Clock is only 2 days away.

Join us for Off The Clock, our monthly free networking event. Expand your network, make new friends and unwind with comms peers.

Date: Wednesday 26 March
Time: 6pm GMT
Place: City of London

Register here:

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/off-the-cl...

#iabc #iabcuko

24.03.2025 09:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IABC gives communications professionals a global community to connect with, learn with and be inspired by.

Lucy Eckley shares her experience of connecting with peers in the UK and around the world. Find your people with IABC.

#iabc #iabcuki

21.03.2025 10:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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If it feels like the whole world is conspiring to drag you down (budget cuts, diminishing opportunities, exhaustion), join us for a game-changing workshop on maintaining positivity in challenging times.

Thursday 3 April, 1pm BST

Members and non-members welcome
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-mai...

20.03.2025 08:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Off the Clock networking event (March 2025) Join us for in-person networking in central London

Let's get together!

Expand your network, learn from thought leaders, or simply unwind with peers:

Date: Wednesday 26 March
Time: 6pm GMT
​Location: City of London

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/off-the-cl...

#IABC #IABCUKI #Networking

19.03.2025 10:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Intranet and Digital Communication Observatory - 1/30 http://www.lesphinx.eu

Please help shape the future of intranets.
Whether you manage your company’s intranet, or are a user, your opinion is valuable.

The survey will take you less than 10 minutes to complete. Your responses are anonymous and confidential.
s1.sphinxonline.net/surveyserver...

18.03.2025 09:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Are you looking out for cutting-edge conversations that are shaping our profession?

Here's what IABC members are reading and discussing right now:

πŸŽ™οΈ Culture leaks when leaders speak
πŸ€” The ethics of user-generated advertising
🌍 Making a positive impact in chaotic times

Don't miss out. Join today.

17.03.2025 08:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What is it about IABC that keeps comms professionals coming back from more, year after year?

🌐 Global perspective

πŸ’‘ Industry access

🍹 Networking opportunities

And much more, as @simoncavendish.bsky.social explains in this video.

#iabcuki #iabc #comms

14.03.2025 14:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IABC UK & Ireland on LinkedIn: Are you ready for your organisation’s worst-case scenario? A crisis is… Are you ready for your organisation’s worst-case scenario? A crisis is not a bad week at the office. Today's crises require specific competencies…

Are you ready for your organisation’s worst-case scenario?

Join us on Wednesday 12 March at 1pm GMT as crisis management veteran Caroline Sapriel reveals the crucial difference between everyday business challenges and true organisational crises.

www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

07.03.2025 10:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IABC UK & Ireland on LinkedIn: Your IABC in March: events, insights & opportunities πŸ‘‡ March is shaping… Your IABC in March: events, insights & opportunities πŸ‘‡ March is shaping up to be a brilliant month for IABC members. From crisis communications to hybrid…

March is shaping up to be a brilliant month for IABC members. From crisis communications to hybrid work research, we've got a packed calendar to help you connect, learn and grow.

πŸ“… What's Coming Up πŸ‘‡

www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

06.03.2025 09:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Online Event Page | Eventbrite Eventbrite brings people together through live experiences. Discover events that match your passions, or create your own with online ticketing tools.

Is your organisation crisis-ready?

Join crisis management expert Caroline Sapriel, as she shares battle-tested strategies for protecting your company’s credibility and reputation at all costs during times of intense pressure.

πŸ“… Wednesday, 12 March at 1pm GMT
www.eventbrite.co.uk/x/a-crisis-i...

05.03.2025 08:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Please help shape the future of intranets.

Arctus is compiling information about how intranet management is evolving, and how AI is redefining communication.

Please take the confidential survey if you're a user or manager of your company’s intranet.

s1.sphinxonline.net/surveyserver...

27.02.2025 08:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IABC UK & Ireland on LinkedIn: #iabcuki #mentoring #professionaldevelopment Mentoring is your chance to have a big impact on someone's career. And there are huge benefits for you too. Our mentors consistently tell us that giving back…

@simoncavendish.bsky.social has been an IABC mentor for 3 years and he's just signed up for another mentee.

In this short video he talks about the benefits of mentoring for everyone involved.

You can become a mentor too!

#iabcuki
#mentoring

www.linkedin.com/posts/iabc-u...

24.02.2025 15:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Off the Clock networking event (February 2025) Join us for in-person networking in central London

Come and meet us, and your fellow #comms pros at our monthly networking #event, open to members and non-members to catch up and meet other friendly comms folk.

Join us on Thursday 27 February at 6pm, in the City of London.

Register here (it's free): www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/off-the-cl...

#iabcuki

21.02.2025 10:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Back to Basics: The Essential Steps for a Strong Internal Communication Plan β€” IABC UK&I Essential Steps for a Strong Internal Communication Plan

10 steps to nail your internal comms.

In our latest blog post, Lamar Williams, IABC UK & Ireland board member and Head of Global Partnerships at @sociabble.bsky.social, shares his take on the fundamentals that even seasoned professionals sometimes overlook.

www.iabc-uki.com/blog/tuw2qbm...

20.02.2025 09:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IABC UK & Ireland on LinkedIn: #iabcuki #mentoring #professionaldevelopment πŸ’ Love what you do? Then share the love! "It has been a very rewarding experience!" says mentor Julia Ogienko about the IABC UK&I Mentoring Programme. β€œWe…

πŸ’ Love what you do? Then share the love! Join the IABC UK&I mentoring scheme and get matched with your perfect professional partner.

Applications close soon.

Links for mentors and mentees to apply:
www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

#IABCUKI
#Mentoring
#ProfessionalDevelopment

14.02.2025 08:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’ͺ Are you looking to advance your communications career?

πŸ“š Would you value the opportunity to learn from leaders in your field?

πŸ“ˆ Want to accelerate your career growth?

Become a mentor or mentee with UK&I IABC's Mentoring Programme.

Applications close March 1st.
www.iabc-uki.com/mentoring

06.02.2025 09:43 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Always lovely to catch up with our communications community. We have monthly informal networking events in the City of London. If you would like to join us at the next one on Thursday 27 February at 6pm, register here:

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/off-the-cl...

It's free for members and non-members.

31.01.2025 10:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IABC UK & Ireland on LinkedIn: Your IABC this week: Join us for Off The Clock, an evening of informal… Your IABC this week: Join us for Off The Clock, an evening of informal networking in the City on Wednesday 29 January, from 6pm. Register here:…

Want to know what's on at your IABC this week? Here are the highlights from UK & Ireland and International HQ:

www.linkedin.com/posts/iabc-u...

#IABCUKI

28.01.2025 11:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IABC UK & Ireland on LinkedIn: #iabcuki #mentoring #professionaldevelopment 🌱 New year, new opportunities to prosper. Have you resolved to level up your communications career in 2025? IABC UK&I’s Mentoring Programme might be exactly…

We've launched our mentoring scheme today!

Whether you're looking to share your expertise and pay it forward, or keen to learn from industry experts, we'd love to have you join our thriving mentoring community.

Here's everything you need to know:

www.linkedin.com/posts/iabc-u...

20.01.2025 13:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IABC UK & Ireland on LinkedIn: Happy new year! We’re back and wanted to share what’s coming up at IABC… Happy new year! We’re back and wanted to share what’s coming up at IABC this month: Off the Clock networking – free to IABC members and non-members: Join us…

Happy new year! We’re back and wanted to share what’s coming up at IABC this month.

Networking, awards, learning, and professional development for comms pros. It's all here:

www.linkedin.com/posts/iabc-u...

#IABC
#IABCUKI
#IABCEMENA

06.01.2025 09:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Vicki Marinker joins the IABC UK&I board as Director of Socials

Vicki Marinker joins the IABC UK&I board as Director of Socials

Announcing new board member @vickimarinker.bsky.social as Director of Socials.

Vicki is a former PR and comms recruitment consultant, and is now an accredited career coach, helping comms pros get their careers back on track.

Our board is now complete!

#IABC
#IABCUKI
#IABCEMENA
#MeetTheBoard

19.12.2024 08:19 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks for sharing Michelle

18.12.2024 11:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We have another new board member to announce today.

Anna Gracey takes on the new position of Director of Strategic Partnerships for UK & Ireland, responsible for developing and executing a plan for outreach to build sponsorship relationships.

Welcome Anna

#IABC
#IABCUKI
#IABCEMENA
#MeetTheBoard

18.12.2024 09:35 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Shane Hatton appointed to President Elect IABC UK@I

Shane Hatton appointed to President Elect IABC UK@I

We’ve made 4 exciting appointments to our UK&I board. First up is Shane Hatton who has been appointed to President Elect.

Shane is a 2x Author and global expert on Leadership, Communication and Team Culture.

Congratulations Shane!

#iabc #iabcuki #iabcemena #meettheboard

17.12.2024 09:42 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
IABC UK and Ireland - Turbocharge your comms, your career, your community

IABC UK and Ireland - Turbocharge your comms, your career, your community

Turbocharge is back!

After the success of our first Turbocharge conference in 2022, we’re back bigger and better.

Join us on Thursday 7 November 2024 with a full-day, in-person event in London.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/iabc-uki-t... #Comms #Turbocharge #IABC

21.10.2024 18:07 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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