Want to be part of a worldwide organization that’s more than 14,000 members strong? Want to join one of IABC’s most successful local chapters? KC/IABC is the networking group for Kansas City-area communications professionals. (See where KC/IABC members work.) Whether you just started out in the field or have years of experience, KC/IABC has something for you.

KC/IABC member benefits:

• A variety of networking opportunities for connecting with Kansas City-area business communicators
• Reduced rates for monthly luncheons, conferences and other events
• Job postings from area corporations, non-profits and agencies
• Four special interest groups to connect you with industry peers: Entrepreneurs, Rising Stars, Master Communicators and New Technologies
• Social networking tools
• Monthly e-newsletter with information about what’s happening at KC/IABC
• Online directory of members available 24/7

Student membership advantages

Students who participate in KC/IABC benefit from professional development and networking opportunities. KC/IABC also offers a $1,000 scholarship to a student member in conjunction with the Bronze Quill awards. Students also have access to trends and issues affecting the communications field through Communications World magazine and other resources. Upon graduation, KC/IABC student members qualify for half off membership dues and exemption from the $40 application fee if they join IABC as a practitioner member within one year of graduation.

Additional benefits from IABC, our parent organization:

• IABC eXchange, an easy-to-use blog tool, information-packed website and chat board
• Searchable member database
• Strategic planning tools and content library
• Worldwide job posting board
• Accreditation program (Accredited Business Communicator)
• Member magazine and newsletter
• Member discounts

 

If you’re ready to join KC/IABC, apply today. Membership dues are:

• Professional members (renewing): $299
• Professional members (joining or lapsed for more than 60 days): $339
• Transitional members (joining and renewing): $174.50
• Student members (joining and renewing): $58
• Retired members (joining and renewing): $48

There is also a $40 application processing fee. With the membership payment plan, dues can be split into four payments.

About KC/IABC and IABC
KC/IABC is the Kansas City chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). KC/IABC, the 2012 International Chapter of the Year, provides professional development, networking and career opportunities for a wide variety of communications professionals. Our diverse membership represents the professions of public relations, corporation communications, marketing, design, videography, photography and more. Our members work in communications for large corporations, small businesses, ad agencies and non-profits. We’re also pleased to have a number of self-employed entrepreneurs in our ranks, as well as college students who are looking forward to a career in the field.