Message from our Co-Presidents
We ❤️ our members!
While it’s cliche to say that the most important part of an organization is its membership, we’ve both experienced firsthand how true the statement is with IABC. We’ve met incredible people through this organization: inspirational communicators, passionate philanthropists, diverse thinkers, good humans, and lifelong friends. We sincerely love the people who make up IABC!
This month, we challenge you to focus on connecting with other members. If you don’t know anyone else, shoot us an email! Seriously, we’d love to grab a drink and get to know you better. If you’re connected to what’s happening, being intentional in your relationships, and exploring what the chapter and larger organization have to offer, there’s no doubt you’ll find value in being an IABC member for a very long time.
For the past few months, we’ve been highlighting member benefits in our newsletters. In November we overviewed certification and in December Shared Interest Groups. This month, we focus on volunteering. There are so many ways for you to get involved - some of which only require an hour or two and others that span a full year.
From our Gift of Communication event on Thursday, February 16, where volunteers will spend 90 minutes helping local nonprofits amp up their communication efforts (there’s still time to register!) to becoming a board member (see below for our March training), there’s a role for you! Whatever your interest level, we hope you consider donating your time and talents back to the profession. We guarantee that when you do, you’ll get more back than you give. We’d be happy to chat with you to understand what fits your availability and interests. Just reach out!
Finally, we’re scoping our programming and other member offerings based on your feedback, so let us know how we’re doing by completing a two-minute survey. Your responses will help us coordinate guest speakers, events, and event locations tailored to your interests and industries.
If you have questions or suggestions, we’d love to chat with you!
Brandee Beiriger and Rob Campbell
Co-Presidents, IABC San Diego
News & Events
Member Survey
We aim to provide our valued members unique opportunities for networking, career advancement, professional development, and everything in between. If you haven’t already, please take our two-minute survey. Responses will help us coordinate guest speakers and events tailored to your interests and industries. Thank you in advance for your participation!
World Conference
Explore how Communication Can Deepen at the World Conference 2023 in Toronto, Canada, June 4-7! This is your opportunity to connect with communication professionals from around the globe, hear from industry experts, and leave with knowledge that is career-elevating for you and for your organization.
Early Bird Registration Ends March 24
New Members
- Dana Maxwell, Director of Employee Communications, Dexcomm
- Julie Reynolds, Senior Director of Employee Communications, Dexcomm
Maximize Your Membership: Volunteering
Volunteering with IABC/San Diego means you’ll be giving time to a worthwhile cause while also growing as a communicator and strengthening relationships with other local professionals. No matter your availability and interest level, there’s sure to be a role for you!
Start small by giving 90 minutes to a local nonprofit. Our Gift of Communication event on Thursday, February 16, pairs volunteers with nonprofits so they can offer expert counsel on the organization’s communication efforts. If you haven’t yet signed up, there’s still time to register! If you can’t make this week but are still interested in dipping your toes in the water by helping out with something small, we have communication, membership, and event opportunities all year long.
If you want to do more, our board is looking for a secretary and a treasurer. Both of these roles are great for first time board members. The responsibilities require less time than other board roles while offering exposure to the inner workings of board life. The secretary is our administrative guru who keeps records of all chapter proceedings (meeting agendas, minutes, bylaws, policies, procedures, etc.) while the treasurer is our chief financial officer who handles everything numbers-related (budgets, forecasts, bank records, receipts, etc.). If your sights are set on larger board roles, or IABC Pacific Plains Region or IABC International roles, our upcoming board training might be the next step. Watch for details in the next few weeks.
Whatever your interest level, we’d love to have you volunteer!
Upcoming Events
Give the Gift of Communication
Thursday, February 16, 5-6:30 p.m.
Let’s give back!
The Gift of Communication event pairs IABC/SD volunteers with local nonprofits to help solve their communication challenges. This year’s nonprofits include: Dreams for Change, The Lupus Foundation, The San Marcos Promise, HandsOn San Diego, San Diego Children's Discovery Museum, and Rancho Coastal Humane Society.
During the event, you’ll listen to a nonprofit discuss their issues and questions, provide them meaningful advice and support, and share an overview of your discussion with the collective group so everyone benefits from ideas and strategies.
WHERE: United Way of San Diego County, 4699 Murphy Canyon Rd., San Diego, CA 92123
COST: Free to IABC Members and non-profits
Save the Date
Board Training
Saturday, March 18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Whether you’re a member of a nonprofit board of directors or aspire to join a board in service to your community, this event is for you! Certified board trainer Katharine Ann Campbell will provide an in-depth look at the foundational and operational components of a nonprofit board of directors. This half-day session includes both lecture and small group discussion. It’s open to members and guests. Watch email and social media for more information!
Networking: Dine-Around San Diego
Thursday, March 30, 6 p.m.
Get to know fellow communication professionals while enjoying a great meal at Puesto Mission Valley (5010 Mission Center Road). Our March Dine Around is an evening of terrific conversation and networking. Taco ‘bout fun!
Reservations are on a first come, first served basis … and space is limited! Don’t miss your chance to connect with other communication professionals in San Diego in a relaxed environment.
Learning & Development
This month's webinars from other chapters.
Please refer to links for official information as dates/times may change.
IABC/Greater Cincinnati
Prove Your Worth: Create Measurement Dashboards to Amaze Leadership
Wednesday, February 15, 9-10 a.m.
Learn how to create powerful dashboards that show the value your communications brings to your organization. Prove that you are changing employee behavior. Demonstrate how your communications are helping your organization succeed.
IABC/New York Tristate
Employee Activation Index 2022: What's Driving Your Employees' Behavior
Thursday, February 16, 3-4 p.m.
With organizations adapting to a post-pandemic workplace, employers needed a deeper, more nuanced understanding of their most important public: their employees. The Employee Activation Index explores employee attitudes and uncovers significant differences between managers and non-managers.
IABC/Philadelphia
Power and Presence: How to Step Up as a Leader and Influence Your Organization
Wednesday, February 22, 9-10 a.m.
This session will take a look at theory and what academic research tells us about leadership, leadership “presence,” and explore a framework that will help you to put these learnings into practice over the next three months.
IABC/Toronto
Getting Ready to Rock Google Analytics 4
Monday, February 27, 9-10 a.m.
On July 1, Google will sunset its Universal Analytics and unify reporting and analysis across websites and apps. A powerful tool for insights, GA4 will help make better data-driven decisions. Everything will be built around users and events as opposed to sessions that we have been accustomed to.
IABC/Atlanta
Best of the Best: Golden Flame Best of Show Winners
Tuesday, February 28, 9-10 a.m.
Learn tips and strategies from Golden Flame award winners: Create a strategic entry demonstrating analytical thinking and creative implementation, inspiring a team to produce show-stopping work, and building your personal and professional reputation.
IABC/Great Plains
IABC Coffee Chat
Thursday, March 2, 7:30-8 a.m.
Network with industry peers, discuss trends, and openly ask for feedback or input on communications and marketing strategies. Provides the space to explore connections and new ideas.
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