
Events
Join IABC for Our Chapter and Region Events
Chapter and regional events provide virtual connection and continued learning on topics that span the communication profession.
IABC has eight regions and more than 60 chapters in 15 countries around the world, holding dozens of networking and professional development events each month, and now virtually.
Webinars and Virtual Master Classes
Regular webinars help you stay informed and up-to-speed on the latest trends, with instruction from experts in the field. IABC also hosts virtual Master Classes for participants to dive deep on specific topics. Stay tuned for additional details on these Master Classes, to be released soon!
Shared Interest Groups (SIGs)
IABC’s Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) provide members with a global community in which to develop their interests within a specific subject area. Become an active participant, connect with like-minded colleagues, tap into trustworthy sources to advance initiatives, and gather practical tips, learning opportunities and best practices. Go beyond the ordinary and plunge into the invaluable opportunities waiting within these communities. Current SIGs include:
Healthcare
Student/Early Career
Education
Change Management
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Consultants

Maximizing Your Media Moment: Getting Your Story on TV with Grace Nuñez
Getting TV coverage for your business, organization, and/or cause doesn’t have to be a mystery. In this session, Grace Nuñez discusses what makes a pitch irresistible to journalists, how to build strong media relationships, and the essential elements that help reporters tell your story effectively.

Elevating Internal Collaboration: Building Trusted Partnerships and Strategic Influence with Jesse Krinsky
In many organizations, communicators juggle day-to-day tasks while also being expected to contribute to broader strategic discussions. In this session, Jesse Krinsky presents insights on two key areas: strengthening internal partnerships and enhancing strategic positioning.

A Deep Dive into Reimagining Communications Content with NotebookLM with Dan Nestle
Building on the success of our January webinar, AI Foundations for Communications Professionals, Dan Nestle returns for an encore session—this time, taking a deeper dive into how AI is transforming the way communicators create, manage, and optimize content.

Bringing Gallagher’s Employee Communications Report 2025 to Life with Amanda Sheps
Amanda Sheps, Principal Consultant at Gallagher, will bring their Employee Communications Report and State of the Sector Survey findings to life in this interactive discussion on business megatrends and what we can do as communicators to become part of that coveted “thrivers” club.

Weathering Crisis Communication Storms with Emi Sasagawa
Join us for an insightful case study presentation on crisis communications strategies. Learn how to navigate reputation challenges, engage stakeholders, and devise communication tactics for minimizing harm.

Evening Session — IABC New York Tristate Member Roundtable
Join the IABC New York Tristate’s VP of Membership, Kate Chechko, for an engaging chat about your membership journey. This is your chance to brainstorm and help us deliver an (even better) IABC adventure for everyone.

Morning Session — IABC New York Tristate Member Roundtable
Join the IABC New York Tristate’s VP of Membership, Kate Chechko, for an engaging chat about your membership journey. This is your chance to brainstorm and help us deliver an (even better) IABC adventure for everyone.

AI Foundations for Communications Professionals: Put AI to Work for You Today with Dan Nestle
In this information-packed webinar, Dan Nestle will help you see past the hype and gain the practical knowledge you need to get the most out of generative AI.

The Essential Role Of Narrative In AI-Enhanced Communications with Emily Primeaux
While GenAI tools undoubtedly enhance efficiency, they still require the infusion of voice, storytelling, and narrative to truly resonate. This session will examine the symbiotic relationship between technology and human connection, using examples of how AI can improve efficiency while humans remain centered in the message.

Managing Gen Z (and Thriving as One!) with Cheryl Dixon
In this session, Cheryl Fenelle Dixon will share her experience mentoring, onboarding and developing young talent on the job and her insights from her years in the classroom.

Search AI Optimization for Business Communicators with Niki Fielding and Marc Engelsman
Smart marketers are learning they can gain brand visibility when people are actively searching for information using generative AI tools, including Perplexity, CoPilot, Google’s AI Overview, ChatGPT Plus, and more.

Pitch like a Pro: How to Speak Up, Stay Cool, and Sell Your Idea with Confidence with Blair Bloomston
Get in the game with this interactive virtual session, sharing first-hand practice for pitches and idea meetings so you can ace your delivery while staying cool and confident under pressure.

Changing How to Manage Up With Mary Lou Panzano
In this 60-minute talk, we will explore the challenges most people face when managing up and discuss ways to tackle them.

Using AI to Create a Killer Lead Magnet with Greg Monaco
Join Greg Monaco as he demonstrates AI’s power to create relevant, compelling, and easy-to-implement lead magnet ideas for you.

Make it REAL: Anatomy and Psychology of Good Design with David Ogunrinde
In this 60-minute talk, audiences will have the opportunity to explore the philosophies, principles, and practices behind design that truly engages people.

Internal Communication Lunch Discussions Series with Kirsten Major
An exclusive series of virtual roundtable discussions tailored for IABC members in internal communication presented by Kirsten Major

How to Build an “All-Star” LinkedIn Profile with Sabita Singh
LinkedIn is the number one social network for building your professional brand, with close to one million members. If you have not updated your LinkedIn profile recently, this session is for you!

Cut Through the Clutter with Ann Wylie
IABC New York Tristate and Philadelphia chapters are teaming up to bring Ann Wylie to the stage. In this session, you’ll learn about writing copy that’s easy to read based on tested and quantified research.

Fearless Internal Communication with Andrea Greenhous
Join IABC New York Tristate and Andrea Greenhous, President & Chief Internal Communications Strategist at Vision2Voice Communications, for a fun, interactive, virtual session that will help you understand, unlock, and uncover psychological safety at your organization.

IABC Tri-State’s Summer Bowling Event!
Please join the IABC Tri-State board and members for a fun night of networking and bowling!

Change Communications; the new currency for strategic internal communicators
Learn why change communications are the new currency for strategic internal communicators.

Stand Up & Lead: How Thinking Like A Comedian Creates Standout Cultures
Participants are introduced to new leadership styles based on principles of humor that result in top workplace cultures.

Member Discount for the Power of Corporate Communications Conference
IABC NY Tristate is a proud supporter of The Conference Board’s Power of Corporate Communication Conference and offers members a 50% discount on registration.

What’s Your Career Story? With Kyla Rose Sims & Adam Brayford
Our life ambitions and career journeys make us into the professionals we become. However, we don’t always take a step back to appreciate the opportunities and challenges that led to our progress. Well, let’s talk about it.

How to Become a Leader Worth Following
Dive into the numbers to see why senior leaders should engage employees on internal social networks and get tips, tricks, and advice to help them increase their participation.

Employee Activation Index 2022: What’s Driving Your Employees’ Behavior
Integral and Harris Poll have teamed up again for their second annual survey of US employees, and you’ll want to see what they found.

The Power of Connection - Now is the Time to Nurture Your Network
Kick off the New Year with a great connections strategy that allows you to be intentional in your career.

Virtual Panel: How to Prepare for and Deal with a Crisis Communication
A crisis will happen, and communicators will be asked to create a path forward in the best way possible. Here’s how you can be prepared.

IABC New York Tristate Holiday Social
Holiday social open to members and non-members from the communications industry in the Tristate area.

IABC New York Tristate Annual Meeting
Annual chapter meeting where we will give an overview of the chapter's activities from 2022 and plans for 2023. (Members only)

Smart Brevity: Win the war for attention
Axios HQ Co-founder and CEO Roy Schwartz and General Manager Jordan Zaslav host a sharp discussion on the trends and behaviors impacting today’s communicators.

Network 9 Social
Introducing Network 9, a no-host social gathering for our Tristate Area Chapter members to network with fellow members and board leaders in your geographic locations!

World Conference 2022: Communication Can
Be a part of World Conference 2022 in New York City!