Member Benefits

IABC membership benefits continue to grow both at the local and international level and currently include :

Regional Benefits

• Professional Development Events hosted throughout the year on a variety of topics
• Network with other communicators across the region
• Local group working to raise awareness of the profession and adoption of best practices
• JobLine: Access and post jobs on our members-only network
• Member discounts to events offered or sponsored by IABC Montréal
• Recognition of communication excellence through the IABC Montréal’s Ovation Awards program honouring professionals in Québec (returning in 2010)
• The opportunity to develop your leadership skills by becoming actively involved

International Benefits

• Networking with other communicators is one of the primary benefits of IABC membership. IABC offers opportunities to network with members around the world through the IABC web site, as well as at face-to-face at chapter events, the annual June International Conference, and professional development seminars held at various times and locations throughout the year
• MemberSpeak is a high-powered posting area on the international web site, where you can trade ideas, solicit advice and input, debate strategies, and share information with your peers unconstrained by geography or time differences
• Access IABC’s Online Directory of IABC Members, which includes address, phone, and fax information, and is fully searchable on parameters such as industry, company, or geography. You can email other members through our confidential technology
• IABC Buzz contains member posts about personal and professional achievements, such as educational degrees, promotions, weddings, job moves, births/adoptions and the like
• Join the ongoing discussion on current issues in the profession on the IABC Cafe Blog
• IABC’s International Job web site lists hundreds of jobs at all levels
• IABC offers plentiful Learning Opportunities with resources to hone your skills, learn from the experiences of others, and study new areas of interest
• My Communication (MyComm) is an online strategic planning tool available only to IABC members. MyComm takes users through a six-step process that results in a comprehensive, strategic communication plan. The tool also allows users to share and collaborate on plans via the web
• Chock full of detailed case studies and how-to advice from long-time practitioners, Communication World is delivered six times a year to IABC members. With the latest on industry research, technology and trends, as well as interviews and analysis, each issue of Communication World is a continuing education course in itself
• CW’s sister publication, CW Bulletin, is a monthly electronic newsletter addressing major topical concerns facing today’s communicators
• Communication Commons. IABC’s online knowledge community lets you share ideas and best practices on employee communication, marketing/ branding and measurement
• Available only to members, IABC’s Online Library includes CW Online (an archive of all CW articles), handouts and presentation notes from sessions at the latest International Conference, and case studies from winning Gold Quill Award entries
• Generous Member Pricing: IABC develops numerous events and educational products throughout the year, including the annual International Conference which draws about 1,800 communicators from around the world. Members get member pricing, as many times during the year as they like!
• We’ve partnered with vendors to bring membership discounts on products and services, and to offer products and services members might not otherwise find available to them as an individual (such as insurance). Legal restrictions prevent some products and services from worldwide availability
• Recognition: Accreditation and Awards Programs: IABC offers the opportunity for members to receive official recognition of their competence as business communicators and dedication to the profession…a valuable addition to any resume or C.V. Entry and/or application fees are offered at a significant discount to IABC members
  • Accreditation: The “ABC” designation conferred by IABC acknowledges an individual’s mastery of business communication, and is recognized throughout the world. A rigorous review of written and verbal tests, as well as a review of the candidate’s portfolio are required for consideration. For more information, please consult the accreditation website
  • Awards: IABC offers several awards, including the annual Gold Quill Awards, an international competition providing an opportunity to receive expert evaluation of the entry against IABC’s highest standards of excellence. IABC’s other awards recognize service to IABC and/or accomplishment in the field of business communication