Archive for November, 2008

What does a communication plan look like?

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

A communication plan looks very much like a strategic plan or a marketing plan, says Lester R. Potter, ABC, IABC Fellow. But remember, to be called strategic, it must share some of the same elements and methodology of accepted planning formats.

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Upcoming event … What makes a winner?

Friday, November 14th, 2008

At our Be Heard Forum on 25 November, you’ll have the chance to talk to some Gold Quill winners about their tips on gaining international recognition. We’ll discuss why you should consider entering, and how to put together a winning entry.

Even if you’re not planning to enter for a Gold Quill yourself, you’ll pick up useful information on how to get your achievements recognised.

Wellington communicators are winners!

Our congratulations to the communications team at New Zealand Post Group who this year won an IABC Gold Quill Award in the Special Events category.

The team won for their work around New Zealand Post’s 20th Anniversary as a State-Owned Enterprise. They’re the latest in a prestigious line up of winners from Wellington in past years.

And, as always, the Be Heard Forum will also be a chance to informally catch up with other communicators over a glass of wine.

When and where

Join us on Tuesday 25 November at 5.15 pm, at PowerHouse People’s boardroom, L4 Deloitte House, 10 Brandon St, Wellington.

So we know how many to cater for: Click here to register

Recruit a member and get 3 free months!

Sunday, November 9th, 2008

IABC’s popular “member-get-a member promotion” is running until the end of December. Members get 3 FREE months of membership for each new member they recruit - up to a full year at no charge.

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Membership milestone recognised with prize draw

Saturday, November 1st, 2008

IABC Wellington’s achievement of its membership reaching the 100 mark was recognised by principal sponsor Media Monitors with a prize draw for a dinner for two at Logan Brown restaurant. Won by Diana Marriott, the draw concluded an International Best Practice workshop and networking drinks on 29 October at the Duxton Hotel.

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IABC South Island takes off

Saturday, November 1st, 2008

IABC’s presence in New Zealand is expanding with the launch of the IABC South Island Chapter in Christchurch on 30 October. Pictured are members of the seven-strong Board with Barbara Gibson, International Chair, IABC and Adrian Cropley, Director IABC International Executive Board.

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