Membership Month Virtual Networking Mixer

Membership Month Virtual Networking Mixer

We are kicking off IABC Membership Month in style with a FREE virtual networking mixer for our members and professional colleagues on Thursday, October 1, at 5:30 PM CDT. Get to know fellow business communicators from across Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, and start building long-lasting connections. It’s the virtual event of the month you do not want to miss!

When: Thursday, October 1, 2020, from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)

Cost: Free

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September Professional Development Event: “Difficult Conversations: Keeping Your Cool Under Pressure”

As professional communicators, it is easy to advise others on how to respond in certain situations. But when we find ourselves in challenging conversations with clients, colleagues, or a crisis, are we equipped to react appropriately and set the right example for those who trust our expertise?

Join us Wednesday, September 23, from Noon – 1:00 PM CDT, for an in-depth panel discussion with respected communicators from various industries to learn practical strategies and techniques for maintaining your composure during these challenging workplace conversations. This discussion will include:

▪ Protecting valuable professional relationships despite personal disagreements or challenging interactions

▪ Managing challenging discussions with peers, colleagues, and superiors in the workplace

▪ Taking accountability for our role in the direction and outcomes of difficult conversations

▪ Overcoming fear and misunderstanding about financial matters

Panelists:

Teresa Bailey, Wealth Strategist, Waddell & Associates
Kristin Story Baron, PHR, Director, HR Business Partner Corporate Shared Services, Loews Hotels
Judith Meyer, Assistant Vice President, Business Risk Solutions, HCA Healthcare

Moderator:

Lauren Reed, APR, Founder & President, Reed Public Relations

Free for IABC members and $15 for non-members.

Reserve your spot today!

Recap: “Talk the Talk AND Walk the Walk” A Diversity & Inclusion Panel Discussion

Thank you to everyone that attended our August professional development event, “Talk the Talk AND Walk the Walk: A Diversity & Inclusion Panel Discussion.” In this hour-long panel discussion, the panelists shared their insights on ways of creating a corporate culture of diversity and inclusion while learning more about the racial injustices and prejudices that have impacted our modern world.

Best practices on diversity and inclusion verbal and written communications
Strategies on building and working with diverse teams
Discuss actionable steps needed to create an inclusive corporate culture and maximize leadership team potential
Highlight the positive impact that a diversity strategy can have on an organization’s long-term success with its key stakeholders

Panelists:

Angela Crane-Jones, Chief Executive Officer, Nashville Business Incubation Center
Terry Deas, Diversity & Inclusion Executive, Board Member, Urban League of Middle Tennessee
Krystal N. Clark, M.Ed., Director, Student Leadership Development, Vanderbilt University, Past President, Junior League of Nashville

Moderator:

Kristin Appelman, Marketing Manager, Concept Technology, Inc., Vice President of Membership, IABC Nashville

We are thrilled that the presenters have provided us with slides from the presentation, which can be downloaded in the link below. Also provided is a recording of the event just in case someone you know missed it.

Webinar Recording

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Diversity & Inclusion Panel Discussion “Talk the Talk AND Walk the Walk”

From starting as a social media campaign to transforming into the civil rights movement of this generation, Black Lives Matter has shifted our conversations about racial injustices from the boardroom to the dinner table. Business communicators from all over the world are releasing statements condemning racism, but how can we become better allies in implementing change beyond our words?

IABC Nashville would like to invite you on Wednesday, August 19 from Noon – 1:00 PM to join us in a conversation about creating a corporate culture of diversity and inclusion while learning more about the racial injustices and prejudices that have impacted our modern world. We’ll be joined by a panel of experts who will share their personal stories and invaluable insights including:

Best practices on diversity and inclusion verbal and written communications
Strategies on building and working with diverse teams
Discuss actionable steps needed to create an inclusive corporate culture and maximize leadership team potential
Highlight the positive impact that a diversity strategy can have on an organization’s long-term success with its key stakeholders

We encourage all business communicators and members of our online community to join us for this important conversation.

Free for IABC members, $15 for non-members

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Recap: “Write to Win: Mastering the Art of Awards Submission Writing” Workshop

Thank you to all that attended our July professional development event, “Write to Win: Mastering the Art of Awards Submission Writing.” We hope you enjoyed some of the key takeaways to help take your awards entries to the next level. A special thanks to IABC Southern Region, IABC Atlanta, Kansas City IABC, and IABC South Carolina for their support in making this event happen!

In this hour-long workshop, we learned how to avoid common pitfalls and ways to make your entries stand out in front of judges, including:

Identifying common mistakes and writing problems
Understanding judges and what they are looking for
Proactive planning to avoid late deadlines
Crafting entries that tell a story and demonstrate results

Panelists:
Alison Shuman, Vice President of Awards, IABC Southern Region, Vice President of Finance, IABC South Carolina
Eric Berrios, Vice President of Professional Recognition, IABC Atlanta
Maliha Khan, Vice President of Communications and Director of Awards, Kansas City IABC

Moderator:
Kellie Davie, APR, Vice President of Awards and Communications, IABC Nashville

We are thrilled that the presenters have provided us with slides from the presentation, which can be downloaded in the link below. Also provided is a recording of yesterday’s workshop, just in case someone you know missed it.

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