Avant-garde: innovative; experimental; pushing the boundaries for a 20/15 vision of communication

Communicating the vision of 20/15 one must focus on looking ahead with clearer vision than in the past, engaging forward-thinking concepts and adapt to the global economic condition by visualizing beyond the next three years. The 2012 World Conference represents an opportunity to look to the future, while tying in lessons of the past and integrating basic tenets of strategic communication into your 20/15 vision of prosperity.

Join us for the IABC 2012 World Conference in Chicago to learn how to approach the rich possibilities in the new business environment during the next three years and beyond. Meet with hundreds of your colleagues and interact with new and returning speakers from around the globe. The World Conference sessions, in seven professional development tracks, offer state-of-the art research and thought-provoking workshops. You will leave with new ideas and insights from keynote addresses, new resources from exhibitors with innovative programs and systems, and new connections from our popular networking opportunities.

Start planning now to join us on 24–27 June 2012 in Chicago, a world-class city of unsurpassed beauty that attracts visitors from around the U.S. and the world. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago is home to the blues, famed shopping along Michigan Avenue, world-class museums, celebrated architecture, top sports teams, an internationally renowned symphony orchestra, spectacular live theater and thousands of restaurants.

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Watch the welcome video from IABC Chicago

IABC CENTRAL: Get more value from your membership

Visit IABC Central in the Exhibit Hall to learn about your association’s programs and benefits. Check out demonstrations of Discovery, IABC’s next-generation online library. Learn how IABC can help move your career forward through professional development and job opportunities. Get hands-on help with IABC tools like eXchange, to broaden your network, and Marketplace, to gain visibility for your business. Learn about the benefits of achieving an ABC (Accredited Business Communicator) designation and new ways you can pursue it. Browse and buy discounted IABC Knowledge Centre publications and IABC Research Foundation reports. Chat with IABC headquarters staff about volunteer leadership opportunities.

IABC’s EXHIBIT HALL: The Meeting Place

Sponsors and exhibitors will showcase the latest communication products and services to help you improve your effectiveness and results. Open Monday at noon through 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, the Exhibit Hall offers exceptional networking opportunities during the lunch break, themed daily coffee breaks, and a Tuesday Networking Reception. An Internet Café and complimentary Wi-Fi in the Exhibit Hall will be available to all attenders during exhibit hours:

Monday, 25 June 12–5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, 26 June 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Complimentary Wi-Fi and Internet Café

Stay connected with a second Internet Café or use the complimentary wireless access in the ballroom promenade.

IABC’s pledge to the environment

IABC and the World Conference are continuing our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint. For that reason, you will not receive a 30-page printed brochure in the mail this year, but you will have access to this digital version on our website and soon on your smartphone or tablet. You can stay informed on all the latest developments with just a click.

Recommended dress

All conference events are business casual, with the exception of the black-tie-optional Gold Quill Awards Gala dinner. Bring a sweater or light jacket to meeting rooms, as they tend to vary in temperature.