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About IABC
The International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) enables a global network of communicators working in diverse industries and disciplines to identify, share, and apply the most effective communication practices.
Founded in 1970, IABC provides a professional network of more than 15,000 business communication professionals in over 70 countries. Our members hold positions in:
| Public/media relations | Editing |
| Corporate communications | Training |
| Public affairs | Advertising |
| Investor relations | Video production |
| Government relations | Graphic design |
| Marketing communication | Human resources |
| Community relations | Teaching |
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This multidisciplinary focus enables IABC members to expand their skills, effectiveness and marketability.
In addition to the international presence of the association, local chapters provide opportunities for networking and professional development in the company of nearby colleagues. In the US, these local chapters are supported in their missions by three regional organizations.
The Heritage Region comprises 17 states from Michigan to Maine, New York to Ohio, and Virginia to Kentucky. Within the region there are 20 chapters, 122 members at large and total membership of nearly 3,500.
The Heritage Region supports the chapters with:
- Chapter Leaders Forum – The third annual chapter leader training is scheduled for Sunday, October 14
- Chapter Liaison Program for chapter leaders
- Roundtable Phone Calls for chapter leaders
- Broad-based Planning and support for new chapters and services to Members-at-Large
- Chapter Programming – Support for visit to your chapter by the IABC Chair or a Top Quality Program for your chapter to present as a meeting or workshop
- Financial Assistance to attend Chapter Leaders Forum and Leaders Institute
- Regional Conference
- Silver Quill Awards Program