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PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Why Authenticity Matters in the Age of AI, Featuring Tim Johnson of UPRAISEIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, we sit down with TimJohnson, president of UPRAISE Marketing and Public Relations.Tune in as he joins IABC Executive Director Peter Finn to discuss how PR professionals are adapting to an AI-driven landscape, blurring the lines between internal and external comms, and the growing demand for creativestorytelling. Tim shares insights from his own journey — from his earlydays working on his college newspaper, to today as an agency leader — and reflects on how PR has become a vital strategic function in today’s tech-drivenbusiness world. Plus, get Tim’s though...

2025-11-1018 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Mind the Gap: 2025 Global Communication Report RecapThis episode of PodCatalyst is brought to you by IABC’spartners at the USC Annenberg Center for Public Relations at the University of Southern California. Provided by the PRFuture podcast, this episode features host Fred Cook in conversation with Matt Tidwell, member of the IABC International Executive Board, Barby Seagal and Victoria Hamilton from Zeno Group, and USC Fellow David Michaelson.Together, the group unpacks the findings of the 2025 GlobalCommunication Report: Mind the Gap, that USC developed in partnership with IABC and Zeno Group. The communicators discuss insights from more than 1,000 PR professionals across the globe and we...

2025-10-2149 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC In Under 10: What’s Really Holding Communicators Back?In this episode of PodCatalyst, we bring you another “InUnder 10” conversation from the ground at IABC World Conference 2025 in Vancouver.Sia Papageorgiou, managing partner at the Centre forStrategic Communication Excellence (CSCE), joins guest host Dawn De La Torre to talk about findings from the 2025CSCE Professional Development Survey. The research reveals a clear gap between how communicators rate their own skills and how their managers see their performance.Sia explains why this disconnect happens, what it means forteams, and how to close the gap with better feedback, clearer expectations, and more effective development opportunities. She also...

2025-09-2312 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC In Under 10: Using Ingratiation and Apology to Build Trust During Crisis With Christal P. AustinIn this episode of PodCatalyst, our “In Under 10” seriesbrings you a behind-the-scenes conversation from IABC World Conference 2025 in Vancouver.Christal P. Austin, public affairs officer for the Government of Barbados, joins guest host Dawn De La Torre to unpack what it really takes to lead during a crisis. Drawing on firsthand examples from government communications, Christal shares how today’s communicators can respond to crises with clarity and credibility, especially when misinformation,disinformation, and social media chaos are in the mix.You’ll hear why some defensive strategies like denial canprotect your organization and when they abs...

2025-07-2110 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC In Under 10: Indigenous-Led Methods for Authentic Connection With Juli HollowayIn this episode of PodCatalyst, we continue our “In Under 10” series with a powerful conversation recorded live at IABC World Conference 2025 in Vancouver.Juli Holloway, SCMP, IABC Fellow, and communications advisor at the Tulo Centre of Indigenous Economics, joins guest host Dawn De La Torre to discuss Indigenous-led communication methods and their role in building authentic, cross-cultural relationships. Juli shares how prioritizing empathy, community service, and meaningful engagement can transform the way communicators connect with diverse audiences.As Juli puts it, “We don't need saviors, we need supporters,” a powerful reminder that true allyship begins with lis...

2025-07-0809 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC C-Suite POV: Moody’s Christine Elliott on Modernizing the Communications FunctionIn this episode of PodCatalyst, Moody’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Christine Elliott joins IABC Executive Director Peter Finn to share her journey of transforming the company’s communications function. By integrating branding, government relations, and community impact into the work they do, Moody’s communicators have become invaluable players in the company’s strategy. Christine walks us through how she created Moody’s digital content team and its Story Lab, their source for premium content, including a Netflix-like docuseries that was shortlisted at Sundance. These efforts and more have had notably positive effects on Moody’s social engag...

2025-05-1420 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Thrivers, Strivers, and Survivors: Gallagher’s Chris Lee Returns to Talk Internal CommsIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, Peter Finn sits down with friend of the podcast Chris Lee from Gallagher Communication. Chris helps us unpack this year’s Gallagher State of the Sector 2025, looking at different profiles of communicators: thrivers, strivers, and survivors. He walks us through how to address change fatigue, smart ways to use AI with the human touch in mind, and more. As an added bonus, Chris shares his fascination with quantum computing breakthroughs and the future of work. +++++++++++++++Chris Lee is vice pr...

2025-04-2125 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Viewing The Next Generation Through a Different Lens, With Merge Gupta-SunderjiIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, we speak with MergeGupta-Sunderji, a highly respected leadership expert. We dig into common misconceptions across generations, research that busts certain generalizations, ways to tap into certain strengths, advice to help bridge the gap without compromising quality, and more.Merge is a speaker at IABC World Conference, takingplace in Vancouver, 8-11 June. Tune in to this conversation to get a better idea of what you can expect from her session, “Generations Exposed: Unexpected Insights Into the People You Work With.” _________________________________Merge Gupta-Sunderji turn...

2025-03-3123 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Culture Leaks When Leaders Speak: Shane Hatton on the Communicator’s Role in Workplace CultureIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, IABC ExecutiveDirector Peter Finn returns as host, sitting down with Shane Hatton to talk all things company culture. From the critical role communicators play in shaping the language of the organization, to understanding Gen Z’s expectations, what this year’s Edelman Trust Barometer means for leaders, and more, this conversation covers some of the more pressing issues today’s workforce faces. Shane is a speaker at this year’s World Conference, takingplace in Vancouver, 8-11 June. Tune in to this conversation to get a better idea of what you...

2025-02-1919 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC From Promote to Protect: The Evolution of the Communicator, With Jessamyn KatzThis episode of PodCatalyst features guest host Kamyar Naficy, chair of the IABC International Executive Board, and Jessamyn Katz, CEO of Heyman Associates, a leading executive search firm focused on communications, corporate affairs, marketing, and investor relations. Jessamyn has been with Heyman Associates for nearly two decades. Since 2019, she’s led the firm’s strategy and day-to-day operations. In January 2024, she stepped into the role of CEO. Tune in as Jessamyn touches on the trends she’s seeing in national and global executive searches. As the role of the communi...

2024-11-2126 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Defining the Future of Work With USC Annenberg’s Fred CookIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, Matt Tidwell, member of the IABC International Executive Board, sits down with Fred Cook to discuss findings from “Communicating Culture During a Hybrid Revolution,” a joint report from IABC and the USC Center for Public Relations. Tune in as they discuss how the shift to remote and hybrid work is impacting corporate culture, management employee dynamics, morale and the widening training gap for early career professionals. IABC members can access the report online here: https://www.iabc.com/About/Purpose/Reports

2024-09-2419 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC In Under 10: Getting the C-Suite’s Take on CommsIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, we sit down with Joe Spratt, expert, strategic communications and change, at McKinsey & Company. Tune in as we dig into the future of comms through the lens of the C-suite, based on a series of in-depth conversations, interviews, and survey results that McKinsey & Company conducted. Joe walks us through key findings of the report, where the value of the communicator really shines, an outlook on what’s needed for upskilling and where the profession is going next. Joe Spratt is an expert in Mc...

2024-08-2813 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Overheard at World ConferenceEarlier this summer, IABC hosted communicators from all over at its annual World Conference, held this year in Chicago. In this special edition of PodCatalyst, we catch up with attendees between sessions to get their aha moments. From insights around how they’re are thinking about AI, to better practices for accessibility, rethinking hiring practices with cognitive biases in mind, training the next generation of comms pros and more, consider this episode a peek into the minds of your IABC peers. Special thanks to Edgewood College for sponsoring this episode. Visit online.edgewood.edu to le...

2024-07-2530 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC In Under 10: Deciphering Misinformation With Candace DenisonIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, we sit down with Candace Denison, communications and engagement manager at Rocky View County, to discuss misinformation and the role of the communicator. As we navigate the Wild West era of AI, allowing misinformation to spread easier than before, how can communicators come armed with facts? What tactics and strategies must be used, and in what instances does a wider network of experts need to be tapped into? Tune in to this edition of In Under 10 to get Candace’s take — and a little good news — on how we can ap...

2024-07-0209 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Leaning in to Neurodiversity and Flexibility With Becca ChambersIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, we sit down with Becca Chambers, chief communications officer at ControlUp. Her journey to the C-suite began with a role in sports PR and from there took a few twists and turns, including grad school and landing on her love of all things branding and communication. Today, she remains a staunch advocate for communicators in the C-suite, advocating for a clear designation of the role that complements — not competes with — marketing and PR. In her 20s, Becca learned she was neurodivergent. After time and research, she learned how to embr...

2024-06-1337 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Listening Leads to Understanding, a Prize Worth Fighting For: A Conversation With Julian Treasure“Everybody wants to be heard, but not many people are interested in listening,” Julian Treasure, expert in sound and listening, says in the latest episode of PodCatalyst. So when was the last time you listened to the world around you? Is a lack of listening harming your business or, worse, your well-being? Tune in as Julian shares how listening has become a lost skill and the ways we can practice it to improve relationships, increase customer/client satisfaction and ultimately help navigate an increasingly polarized world. A...

2024-05-0828 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC In Under 10: Guiding Principles for the Ethical Use of AIIn Under 10: Guiding Principles for the Ethical Use of AI As a complement to the association’s Code of Ethics, IABC recently released Guiding Principles for the Ethical Use of AI by Communication Professionals. In this first edition of “In Under 10,” Kristin Frankiewicz, IABC content manager, sits down with Simon Murphy, a member of the IABC Ethics Committee, to learn more about these principles. Tune in as Murphy shares how the principles were created, the importance of the human-led element in these new guidelines, how they’re intended to be used and more. +++...

2024-02-2805 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 2024 State of Comms: Influence, Algorithms, Intention in a Post-Truth World and MoreIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, Peter Finn, IABC executive director, sits down with Maliha Aqeel, IABC chair, Kamyar Naficy, IABC vice chair, and Danielle Bond, IABC past chair (2021-2022) to discuss the year ahead. This conversation has something for everyone: how comms pros can wield influence in the C-suite and within their own teams, the importance of tapping into geopolitics, what it means to be a communicator in a post-truth world, influencers they’re following in the new year, a caveat against algorithms, Wordle vs. Connections — and so much more!

2024-01-3139 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Advocacy, Nimble Tech and Climate: Mike Klein, #WeLeadComms, on Opportunities Communicators Can SeizeIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, Peter Finn, IABC executive director, sits down with Mike Klein, founder of #WeLeadComms. Mike is a seasoned comms pro and champion of the profession. In 2021, he created #WeLeadComms to recognize everyday achievement in the field. To date, he’s shone a light on more than 600 communication leaders. Tune in as Mike shares what he’s learned through this work and the partnership between IABC and #WeLeadComms in 2024. Plus, get his take on megatrends for the new year and how communicators can set the agenda — from leveraging cost-effective and transformative approa...

2023-12-1917 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 42 – Southwest Airlines’ Linda Rutherford on Creating a Culture of CaringLinda Rutherford, chief administration and communications officer at Southwest Airlines, joins IABC Executive Director Peter Finn PodCatalyst to talk about her 30+ years with the company and the changes she’s seen in the field along the way. After a pivot from journalism, Rutherford grew her PR career and climbed the ranks to where she is today. Tune in to learn how she’s watched tech become a disruptor in the field, helped lead Southwest’s years-long, intentional approach to creating a more inclusive culture, a closer look at how her team manages ESG, lessons learned from the 2022 holida...

2023-09-1430 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 41 – Jared Curtis on the Power of Human-AI Collaboration in Content GenerationWhile AI excels at word predictions and learns from existing content, it lacks empathy, emotion and sometimes accuracy. This is where communicators shine, leveraging the technology as one tool in their toolbox rather than a one-stop solution. Tune into this episode of PodCatalyst to hear from Jared Curtis, senior director of corporate communications at Maximus, Inc. as he sheds light on his team’s practical application of AI, backed by extensive research and surveys he recently conducted. LINKS *Mentioned in this episode* https://www.iabc.com/About/Purpose/Code-of-Ethics | https://news.mi...

2023-08-2427 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 40 – USC Annenberg’s Fred Cook on Managing the Reputation Rubik’s CubeManaging reputation in today’s polarized world is not unlike solving a Rubik’s Cube — each move is connected and one step impacts the next. This is lens through which USC Annenberg viewed the findings of their 2023 Global Communication Report. In this episode of PodCatalyst, Fred Cook, chairman emeritus at Golin and director of the USC Center for Public Relations, offers insight into the report. Learn how the landscape of reputation is changing rapidly for communicators, why being “woke” is interpreted by different audiences, ways the recommendation generation is creating a paradigm shift in endorsement strategies...

2023-07-2628 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 39 – Zaria Parvez Taking Risks on Social With Zaria Parvez, DuolingoZaria Parvez, global social media manager at Duolingo, joins PodCatalyst host and IABC Executive Director Peter Finn to share her outstanding journey on TikTok. With her creative and interactive approach, Zaria has made Duolingo a prominent figure in the TikTok community, particularly among Gen Z and with over 6.7 million followers and counting. This episode explores how creative freedom and trust have been instrumental in Duolingo's success, as Zaira's ability to connect with the platform's younger audience has propelled her to new heights and made her a role model for others. Parvez will lead the session “Ke...

2023-06-0115 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 38 – Eli Carmona on the Impact of Inclusive CommunicationsIn the latest episode of PodCatalyst, Eli Carmona, communication specialist at The 519 and World Conference 2023 speaker, talks about the critically important role communicators play in supporting trans and gender diverse communities through their work. They share how design can help break stereotypes, their experience navigating difficult conversations with clients around inclusivity, the importance of doing research to avoid pinkwashing and more. IABC World Conference 2023 takes place 4-7 June in Toronto. Don’t miss Eli’s session, “The Communicator's Guide to Gender Diversity and Inclusion.” LINKS *Mentioned in this episode* The 519...

2023-05-0928 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 37 – Ed Cook on Finding Joy in Change at WorkCan change bring joy? Ed Cook, co-founder of The Change Decision, believes so — and has years of experience and the data to back it up. Tune in to the latest episode of PodCatalyst, where Ed discusses how change can drive energy, boost morale and make people feel more connected to their work. Prior to co-founding The Change Decision, Ed worked at a major U.S. bank. In this episode, he shares how he found himself leading a project that was over budget and past deadline, but was able to use change management tactics to turn ar...

2023-04-1742 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 36 – Alex Sevigny on Why Communicators Should Be at the Forefront of the AI RevolutionGenerative artificial intelligence (AI) remains one of the hottest topics of 2023 and is changing the way businesses think about content creation. Who better, Alex Sevigny argues, than the communicator to lead this charge? Long before it was trending, Sevigny, an associate professor at McMaster University, has been interested in the power of AI and how communicators can harness its power. In this episode of PodCatalyst, he sits down with IABC Executive Director Peter Finn to discuss how AI can help PR scale, the power of quantifying a digital life, training opportunities and gaps left by AI, what...

2023-03-2338 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Encore: Digital Marketing With Dr. Lilian Ajayi-Ore, Columbia University, NYUThis episode of PodCatalyst is republished as an encore of the April 2022 interview featuring Dr. Lilian Ajayi-Ore. Revisit the episode in anticipation of Dr. Lilian's upcoming, three-part webinar series on digital acumen for business communicators. Learn more and register for the webinar series. Dr. Lilian Ajayi-Ore has had a rich, remarkable career that spans work with the United Nations, the creation of the award-winning Global Connections for Women Foundation (GC4W), teaching the next generation of communicators at Columbia and NYU, and so much more. In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn s...

2022-10-0526 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 29 – The Reality of Holograms With Ziena Jalil and Natasha Meleisea, World Conference 2022 PanelistsHolograms: a technology that was once a plot device in sci-fi movies is now more commonplace in business communications than the average person might think. In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with Ziena Jalil and Natasha Meleisea, who are intimately familiar with using this emerging technology. Tune in for a preview of their World Conference session, “Connecting Via Technology to Address Covid, Climate Change and Conflict,” and learn how people across New Zealand and the Pacific came together via hologram at the height of the pandemic to strengthen their communities. Plus, get...

2022-06-0938 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 26 – Digital Marketing With Dr. Lilian Ajayi-Ore, Columbia University, NYUDr. Lilian Ajayi-Ore has had a rich, remarkable career that spans work with the United Nations, the creation of the award-winning Global Connections for Women Foundation (GC4W), teaching the next generation of communicators at Columbia and NYU, and so much more. In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with Dr. Lilian, who will host the World Conference 2022 digital communications strategy masterclass, “Six ways to sharpen your digital acumen with leading digital marketing executive and data scientist.” Tune in to get Dr. Lilian’s perspective on the latest trends in digita...

2022-04-1426 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 24 – Chris Lee on Gallagher’s State of the Sector 2022 ReportABOUT THE EPISODE In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn dives into the Gallagher’s State of the Sector 2022 report with Chris Lee, vice president of communications for Gallagher’s employee communication and experience practice. Listen to this episode to learn more about: Key takeaways and insights from this year’s report, including how a full year of working within the era of COVID-19 impacted findings compared to years past Communicators’ top challenges (disengaged employees) and top priorities (engaging teams around purpose and strategy) for 2022, and the opportunity that leaves communic...

2022-03-2423 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 23 – A Closer Look at World Conference 2022 With Zora ArtisABOUT THE EPISODE In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with Zora Artis, CEO of Artis Advisory cofounder of The Alignment People and chair of the IABC World Conference 2022 Program Advisory Committee (PAC). Listen to this episode to learn more about: The thought process and longevity behind this year’s conference theme, “Communication can _______” What’s new at this year’s event, including a strategic advisor forum and a digital acumen masterclasses The design-sprint workshop, Catalyst for Climate, which dives into how communication can be an advocate for change T...

2022-03-0722 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 22 – Executive Coaching and Consulting With David AlbrittonABOUT THE EPISODE In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with David Albritton, who has had an interesting and varied career path, from being in the Navy to working for Amazon Web Services and now leading Nineteen88 Strategies, an executive coaching business. Listen to this episode to learn more about: Lessons David carried with him as he transitioned from the Navy to civilian life, including "developing a fearlessness" in your career Best practices for gaining new clients for a consulting business The value of mentorship and how to...

2022-01-1125 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 21 – Page’s Roger Bolton and the Influence of the CommunicatorABOUT THE EPISODE In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with Roger Bolton, who has had a remarkable, varied and successful career — from his early days serving under President George H.W. Bush, to roles at IBM and Aetna, and now as president of the Arthur W. Page Society (Page). Listen to this episode to learn more about: How Roger became more than “just a PR guy” in his role at Aetna, earning the trust of the CEO and leading a massive culture change that helped the company turn t...

2021-12-0822 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 20 – Journalistic Standards and Ethics With CNN’s Fuzz HoganABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with CNN’s Fuzz Hogan, who currently serves as senior editor for The Row. Hogan discusses his career history with CNN and his commitment to ensuring stories meet high standards of storytelling, clarity, accuracy, quality, fairness and balance. Listen to this episode to hear more about: The risks and rewards of publishing and engaging with audiences in real-time Best practices for communication strategists and media representatives Examples and strategies for maintaining ethical standards The greatest opportunities on the horizon fo...

2021-11-1834 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 19 – Business Communication EthicsABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with Barbara Puffer, MA, ABC, IABC Fellow. Puffer is a contributing author in IABC’s recently launched book, “The IABC Guide for Practical Business Communication: A Global Standard Primer.” Puffer’s chapter explores the role of ethics in business communication. Listen to this episode to hear more about: The communicator’s responsibility to uphold ethics Foundational beliefs and skills communicators need for ethical business communication Future ethical communication challenges on the horizon and the tools available "The IABC Guide for...

2021-11-1022 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 18 – Branding With ConfidenceABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with Mark Schumann, ABC, IABC Fellow. Schumann, a past IABC IEB Chair, is a contributing author for IABC’s recently launched book, “The IABC Guide for Practical Business Communication: A Global Standard Primer.” Schumann’s chapter explores how communication skills can articulate brand value to establish and sustain consumer confidence. Listen to this episode to hear more about: What it takes to create brand confidence Making brands stand out via courageous leadership Managing the socialization of a brand How this new...

2021-10-2621 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 17 – ABM EnhancedClean: A Gold Quill Award-Winning CampaignABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with Cary Bainbridge, chief marketing officer for the facility management provider ABM. In 2021, Bainbridge and her team received Gold Quill Awards for their campaign, ABM EnhancedClean. The campaign was designed in partnership with infectious disease experts to instill consumer confidence throughout the pandemic, and it involved collaboration across teams within the ABM space. Listen to this episode to hear more about: Establishing confidence in a time when there is so much conflicting information The necessity of a culture of...

2021-10-2013 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 16 – Corporations and Consulting With Liz RochABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with communications consultant Liz Roch. With more than 20 years of experience in communications, including her time at United Airlines and Walgreens, Roch is passionate about finding the right mix between partnership, strategy, message and tools to support change, create active involvement, generate understanding and build commitment to the course a company and its leaders are charting. Listen to this episode to hear more about: A career that spans corporations and consulting Insights about the biggest challenges communicators face today ...

2021-10-1320 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 14 – Evolution in Leadership Communications: No More Town HallsABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with IABC World Conference 2021 presenters Elizabeth Williams and Andrew Brown, co-founders of The Academy of Business Communications, for a deep-dive into the evolutions of leadership communications. Listen to this episode to learn about: Why the traditional town hall is broken, and what inspired this topic for their World Conference presentation Real-life success stories of organizations that are rethinking how to approach town halls Advice for communicators seeking buy-in to present new ways of leadership communications How to build alignment...

2021-08-0533 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 13 – Stronger Together — A Look at IABC’s Strategic Plan With Danielle Bond, IEB ChairABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with IABC International Executive Board (IEB) Chair Danielle Bond to discuss Stronger Together, IABC’s new strategic plan, comprising six pillars that will drive the association forward over the next four years. Listen to this episode to learn about: How this plan will lay a foundation to build a stronger network of communication professionals, driven by a shared passion of using communication to make businesses more successful The role digital transformation and data will play in the future of IA...

2021-07-2932 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 12 – AI and the Internet of Behaviors in Communications — A World Conference PreviewABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn catches up with IABC Trends Watch Task Force member Donna Itzoe, senior vice president of communications and marketing for Global Medical Response. At the virtual IABC World Conference 2021, Itzoe, along with Trends Watch Task Force Chair Joanne Henry, will deep dive into the role of the communicator in relation to artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Behaviors (IoB) — one of the six leading trends from the task force’s recent research report. The insights from this panel discussion will keep you thin...

2021-06-2318 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 11 – Inclusive Virtual Experiences — A World Conference Preview With Anthony DeVergilloABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with IABC World Conference 2021 presenter Anthony DeVergillo, internal digital communications associate for Amicus Therapeutics. DeVergillo’s presentation, “Inclusive Virtual Experiences in a Post-COVID World,” focuses on why virtual aspects should continue even when we return to in-person events. Here, DeVergillo previews this session, which will feature stories and personal experiences that highlight the importance of inclusivity in virtual events. Listen to this episode to hear more about: Why communicators should prioritize virtual inclusivity and organizations that are gettin...

2021-06-2321 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 10 – The Mind is a MuscleABOUT THE EPISODE In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with Pooja Kamat and Simon Monger, SCMP®. As board members of the IABC UK & Ireland chapter, Kamat and Monger recently helped plan a mental health-focused webinar, with four prominent speakers who shared best practices and tips for communicators. Listen to this episode to hear more about: Ways to practice self-care, like treating yourself as your own best friend and thinking of the mind as a muscle to exercise How leadership behaviors impact employee well-being How the s...

2021-06-0341 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 9 – IABC World Conference 2021 — ‘A Rallying Cry for Communicators’ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome back to PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession. In this special edition episode of PodCatalyst, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn introduces a conversation between IEB Chair Bonnie Caver and Program Advisory Committee (PAC) Chair Jane Mitchell, FRSA, incoming IABC Fellow. Caver and Mitchell sit down to discuss and preview the truly global, virtual IABC World Conference 2021(28-30 June). Mitchell shares insights about the two keynote presentations, the meaning behind the 2021 conference theme “It’s About Time,” and how this conferen...

2021-05-1926 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 8 – The DEI Journey and Shifting MindsetsABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome back to PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession. IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with Maya Bordeaux, JD, MBA, founder and senior strategist at Lead With Love Consulting LLC. Bordeaux — a long-time champion for diversity and inclusion, former HR executive and consultant — says her self-proclaimed superpower is inspiring people to be the best version of themselves. Listen to this episode to hear more about: What inspired Bordeaux to create Lead With Love Consulting How to prioritize and measur...

2021-04-2728 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 7 – The New Language of LeadershipABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome back to PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession. IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with Catherine Ducharme, ACC, CLC, co-founder of Fluency Leadership, career communicator, past chair of IABC Canada West Region and opening keynote speaker at the IABC 2021 Leadership Institute. Listen to this episode to hear more about: The five fluencies of the new language of leadership The evolution of leadership to a more people-centric approach Leadership skills that have emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic How IA...

2021-04-1228 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 6 – Engaging the Next Generation of CommunicatorsABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome back to PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession. IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with Ron Culp, independent consultant and professional director of the public relations and advertising MA program at DePaul University. Listen to this episode with lived examples from Culp to learn more about: Ways digital literacy is helping the next generation of communication professionals use critical thinking skills and combat misinformation Why communicators should seek to understand business acumen, with examples of real-world experience fr...

2021-03-3025 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 5 – Collaborating With the Global AllianceABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome back to PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession. IABC recently joined the Global Alliance, and in this episode, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sat down with Justin Green, president of the Global Alliance to learn more about the organization, its growth, how it’s been engaging with the industry throughout COVID-19 and opportunities for IABC and similar organizations to collaborate with the Global Alliance. This episode of PodCatalyst was recorded as part of the Global Alliance’s "Global Trends and Communication Transf...

2021-03-1042 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 4 – Gallagher’s State of the Sector ReportABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome back to PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession. In this episode, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn dives into the 2021 State of the Sector report from Gallagher with Ben Reynolds. As global practice managing director at Gallagher, Reynolds walks through findings of the report and the current landscape for communicators. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.iabc.com/ | https://www.iabc.com/professional-development/webinars/| https://www.ajg.com/employeeexperience/ *Social Media* https://tw...

2021-02-2622 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 3 – Uncovering Unconscious BiasesABOUT THE EPISODE The latest episode of PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession, is now available. In this engaging conversation, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with Smita Tharoor, a noted expert on unconscious biases. The co-founder of Culturelytics and founder of Tharoor Associates, Tharoor is also the closing keynote for the IABC 2021 Leadership Institute, presenting “Being Dynamic in a Pandemic.” || LINKS *Episode* https://www.iabc.com/ | https://tharoorassociates.com/stories-of-unconscious-bias/ | http://www.culturelytics.ai/ | https://tharoorassociates.com/ ...

2021-02-0930 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 2 – Emerging Trends and Building Trust in 2021ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome back to PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession. In this episode, IABC Executive Director Peter Finn sits down with IABC member Jessica Nunez, founder of TruePoint Communications. In this conversation, Nunez reflects on the experiences and learnings from 2020, looks ahead to the emerging trends of 2021 and shares how building and maintaining trust is a key component to the role of the communicator. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.iabc.com/ | https://www.truepointagency.com/ *Social Me...

2021-01-2921 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 1 – Introducing PodCatalystABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to the inaugural episode of PodCatalyst, IABC’s revamped podcast dedicated to emerging trends and thought leadership within the communication profession. In this episode, IABC IEB Chair Bonnie Caver joins IABC Executive Director Peter Finn to take a look back at the adventure that was 2020, and explore what’s next for IABC and the communication profession in 2021 and beyond. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.iabc.com/ | https://www.edelman.com/trustbarometer *Social Media* https://twitter.com/iabc | https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc...

2020-12-1716 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Building a workforce community as the World goes in to quarantine. How one organization focused on their people throughout lockdown. Ep 232Welcome to episode 232 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode we're speaking with IABC Gold Quill Award winner MacKenzie Fitzgerald about Keeping Them Coming Back: Building Employee Loyalty Through Accelerated Engagement. It's an interesting conversation from the wider point of view of integrating two organizations following either a merger or a takeover. -- Former guest of the IABC International Podcast, Howard Krais has written an article with Mike Pounsford, and Kevin Ruck for the IABC website on Transforming how organizations listen to their people. It's clear that listening to employees is critical t...

2020-07-3024 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Are you really a rock star? See how Buck used pop culture to engage with their client's staff. Ep. 231Welcome to episode 231 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode Elizabeth Williams Principal, National Creative Director from Buck talks about how they work with one of their clients from the entertainment world leveraging pop culture to create positive impact when it comes to engaging with staff about their benefits. #IABCGQ -- On the IABC website you'll always find powerful, relevant articles to help your professional communication practice. One of the latest articles is from Cheryl Ross entitled Help Leaders Navigate Layoffs: Increase visibility to gain employees’ trust. Read article in full. ...

2020-07-1030 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Establishing customer excellence principles to address staff morale, reduce complaints, and provide better service for vulnerable people...A Gold Quill Winning Case Study - Ep. 230Welcome to the IABC International Podcast, on this episode Megan Osborne joins us to talk about how they won an IABC Gold Quill Award. NSW Trustee & Guardian is a state government agency that provides Will-making and deceased estate administration services and can also be appointed by a court or tribunal to act as a person’s financial manager and/or guardian if they lack the ability to make decisions for themselves because they have a disability. As an organisation with a purpose statement ‘To protect, promote and support the rights, dignity, wishes and choices of our c...

2020-06-2718 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Guest Podcast Episode: What’s next? IABC roundtable on the impact of Coronavirus. Ep. 229This is not a regular episode of the IABC International Podcast, but an opportunity for you to experience the influence that the IABC Fellows have to audiences around the world. Kate Macauley's The Internal Comms Podcast invited Fellows Jennifer Wah, Brad Whitworth and Neil Griffiths to a roundtable discussion on the impact of Coronavirus. It's wonderful to hear from these icons of our profession, offering their insights which you can use to inform and guide your organization, wherever you are in the world. -- Can we start to make some predictions about how t...

2020-06-131h 14

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Listen, strategise, collaborate, deliver, measure - How Willis Towers Watson won an IABC Gold Quill Award. Ep 228.Welcome to episode 228 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode Jeff Pekar talks about how Willis Towers Watson won an IABC Gold Quill Award for launching a modern and competitive benefits and retirement program at Thomson Reuters (Canada). The IABC Academy has launched a new online course. It's called Enhancing Organizational Reputation and it is a MUST for communication leaders who want to learn how to protect a strong business reputation. Not only will you learn how to identify the forces that could damage your organization’s reputation, but you will learn that a posi...

2020-06-1318 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Are you sitting comfortably? Then let me tell you a story connecting with emotions and feelings. Ep. 227Welcome to episode 227 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode Gabrielle Dolan - the highly sought-after international keynote speaker and educator on real communication and business storytelling is our guest. Gabrielle has extensive leadership experience, and is a bestselling author on business and storytelling. Along with her Jargon Free Fridays movement/global revolution (jargonfreefridays.com), Gabrielle has some of the most engaging social content that you will find online - Instagram. Here is Gabrielle's latest newsletter. Gabrielle was very excited and honoured to be announced as the winner of the inaugural IABC APAC Communicator...

2020-06-0322 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Keeping shark fins where they should be. Ep. 226Welcome to episode 226 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode Jennifer Whyte explains why it was important to create a collective ownership in with their supporters. Find out more about https://oceana.ca/en -- Deborah Abrams Kaplan has written an article titled How to Spread the Word About Your Organization’s Family-Friendly Policies which you will find on the IABC content centre in the latest section. There are specific tips on communicating new family-friendly policies for your organization. -- Thank you. From me personally, I would like to...

2020-05-2715 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Mabuhay from Ritzi Villarico-Ronquillo IABC Fellow. Ep. 225Hello and welcome to episode 225 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode Ritzi Villarico-Ronquillo took some time out of her busy schedule, to connect with me from the Philippines. We talked about her journey into the fellowship of IABC. There is a brilliant FAQ section on wc.iabc.com - everything from pricing of this year's online event, to the important recognition of the 2020 IABC Gold Quill Award winners. Whilst you're on the IABC World Conference website, look at the amazing list of speakers here. -- Registration is now open fo...

2020-05-2028 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC The balancing act of a campaign that needs to be effective without alienating audiences. Ep. 224Welcome to episode 224 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode The City of Edmonton's Andrea Soler and Matthew Gresiuk from Sticks and Stones join us to speak about how city hall engaged with the citizens of Canada's oil patch on the hot button topic of the environment. -- IABC members benefit from so many opportunities throughout the organization. One of them is to contribute to Catalyst by writing influential articles that members and visitors to the IABC website from across the world will benefit from. Check out the article from the author of...

2020-05-1223 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC London Police Service's anti-stigma campaign wins IABC Gold Quill Award. Roxanne Beaubien explains how it came together and its impact. Ep. 223Welcome to episode 223 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode we're speaking with Roxanne Beaubien about the Stronger than you Know campaign which has been recognised in this year's IABC Gold Quill Awards. The project was an internal mental health initiative designed to increase awareness and understanding about mental wellness and to reduce stigma associated with seeking help when experiencing a mental wellness struggle. The three-pronged anti-stigma campaign centred on testimonials from two members with lived experience, messaging from trusted leaders and a pledge project for all employees. Tactics included videos, a microsite, posters, magnets and...

2020-05-0719 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Global influencer and thought leader Diane Gayeski on her IABC Fellowship. Ep. 222Welcome to episode 222 of the IABC International Podcast, on this episode we're meeting one of the newly recognized IABC Fellows, Diane Gayeski. We talk about her journey going from the world of media to professional communication and beyond. -- With many IABC members and professionals in our wider community whose financial situation has changed due to COVID-19, we’re offering relief to those who’ve lost their job, been furloughed, or lost income and are due for renewal between now and 31 May 2020 or who wish to join the organization as a new member. Visi...

2020-04-3033 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Feeling isolated working from home? Not sure how to engage with your remote team? Should KPIs be adjusted during the C19 pandemic? Ep. 221Welcome to episode 221 of the IABC International Podcast. Caroline Sapriel from CS&A International joins Dan Gold from Belgium to speak about her latest article titled Navigating Through the COVID-19 Storm which you will find on the IABC website. From how we need to connect and not just communicate, to the importance of trust. These are tough times, but working together with clarity, we can make the experience as positive as possible. In this episode find out why "In 2020, uncertainty is the new certainty" and the importance of helping your teams adjust to working from home. -- The IABC World...

2020-04-2224 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Solutions Episode: Is there a way to record better audio across the internet? Ep. 220Welcome to episode 220 of the IABC International Podcast. Often we're asked how to record high quality audio across the internet between two or more locations. One of the solutions available on the market is Zencastr. Josh Nielsen founder of Zencastr joins Dan to talk about the origins of the product and what it took to bring it to market. There is also a sneak peek at what's coming to the platform. This conversation also looked at the long road to an overnight success. One of the benefits of this solution is that it re...

2020-04-0826 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC IABC Houston's Austin Staton on stepping up and their FREE COVID-19 Crisis Webinar - Ep. 219Welcome to episode 219 of the IABC International Podcast. Austin Staton, President of IABC Houston, and host of The Business Communicators podcast joins Dan Gold to speak about new resources for members during the global pandemic. One key part of this is a standout panel discussion produced by the chapter. Available here: https://youtu.be/n0vYaMFWHNU. ==== The Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has disrupted the global markets and the pandemic is now impacting many within our own community. Schools have closed, local businesses have shuttered, and many are unsure of the long-term implications to their careers and personal health. I...

2020-03-2817 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Future-proofing your organization in an evolving world. Ep. 217Welcome to episode 217 of the IABC international podcast. On this episode we check in with DeAnna Bennett and Kraig Eaton from Deloitte, they're scheduled to speak at the IABC World Conference in Chicago in June. -- Personal message about our IABC community and saving money during Member Month IABC Coronavirus resources: https://www.iabc.com/covid-19-resources/ -- NOTE: The interview was recorded prior to the global pandemic taking hold. Please forgive me for any content which you feel is disconnected from the current situation. I will follow that b...

2020-03-2526 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 4 Proven Strategies to Communicate in Quarantine webinar. Ep. 216Welcome to episode 216. This bonus episode is a conversation between Jason Etter from Staffbase and our host Dan Gold. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is having a massive impact on businesses around the globe, as companies struggle to keep their operations running productively despite troubling uncertainties. In this upcoming one-hour webinar, Jason will cover 4 proven strategies to communicate in quarantine: What are the challenges of the workplace in times of crisis? Which strategies work best to ensure your message is received by all your employees? Why your message matters more than ever—and why it’s impo...

2020-03-1810 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC The ROI of your Mom, Inclusion, Culture and Trends. It's Member Month!! Ep 215This is episode 215 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode we're going to talk about diversity and inclusion with Mallory Whitfield, and Max Luthy joins us to look at emerging trends and innovation. Both Mallory and Max will be making appearances at June's IABC World Conference in Chicago. -- For 50 years, communication professionals have turned to IABC to connect with the people and insights they need to drive business results. Right now is a great time to either join them or renew your membership. Use the code MARCH10 at checkout when you j...

2020-03-1121 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC How to earn a spot in someone else’s mind. Plus the latest in video marketing. Ep. 214Welcome to episode 214 of the IABC International Podcast. Doug Hohener joins us on the latest episode to take a look at video marketing. Nothing is more powerful than video to truly capture or tell a story. Today, it seems that everybody and their uncle is making a YouTube video and sharing it on various social platforms to gain “subscribers” that will lead to advertisers. In the business world, however, we can’t afford for branding to be diluted with low-quality and low-production-value videos. You can find the Doug's full article on the IABC website...

2020-02-2622 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Nic Pearce explains what's in IABC World Conference for you and Brennen Schmidt speaks about what lurks in the shadows of IT. Ep. 213Welcome to episode 213 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode we're talking to Nic Pearce - Chair 2020 IABC World Conference about what goes into planning and executing an event of the scale of #IABC20. From the overarching theme, to the selection of keynotes and breakout speakers, to what attendees can expect as they arrive in Chicago this June for IABC World Conference. Video version of our conversation with Nic Pearce: https://youtu.be/1ENHRQKgMT0 -- But first we check in with Brennen Schmidt. Brennen is a senior co...

2020-02-1920 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Double Feature: The Power of Vulnerability, and Fusion20 in Wellington NZ. Ep. 212Welcome to episode 212 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode we're taking a look back at a great article from January on the IABC website which takes a fresh look at vulnerability. We check in with Chris Dutton from IABC Wellington to find out what's happening at the IABC APAC REGION conference which is taking place in New Zealand just ahead of IABC World Conference. -- A big thank you to everyone who has shared an episode of this podcast with colleagues and friends. Our continued growth is thanks to you. If yo...

2020-02-1119 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Developing and Managing Highly Effective Teams - IABC Academy Course interview with Eileen Chadnick. Ep. 211Welcome to the episode 211 of the IABC International Podcast. Today we are focusing on your professional development with one of the latest courses to be added to the IABC Academy. Eileen Chadnick joined our host Dan Gold to speak about leadership and managing people among other things. But first, if you haven't already listened to the last couple of episodes we spoke with Abigail Posner from Google's BrandUnit on what attendees can expect from her keynote at the IABC World Conference in Chicago. Plus Rita Zonius, SCMP joined us to speak about how organizations need to embrace th...

2020-02-0115 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Just say YES - 2020 World Conference Keynote Abigail Posner explains why. Ep. 210Abigail Posner joined Dan for a special edition of the IABC International Podcast (video and audio). They spoke about some takeaways you can expect from Abigail's upcoming keynote at the 2020 IABC World Conference in Chicago. Abigail is Director of the Brand Unit, Google’s creative think tank for agencies and brands. She’ll join us on Monday, 15 June, for the keynote session, “Cracking Creativity: Re-Engaging Our Innate Creativity for Greater Productivity and Growth.” Register now to secure your place in Chicago at #IABC20. Simply tap on wc.iabc.com -- Music on this epi...

2020-01-2811 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Double Feature: Rita Zonius, SCMP and Martha Muzychka ABC, MC, IABC Fellow. Ep. 209Welcome to episode 209 of the IABC International Podcast. Rita Zonius, SCMP speaks about how organizations need to embrace the social age, and Martha Muzychka ABC, MC, IABC Fellow talks about the importance of forming partnerships within a corporate culture. Thank you for hitting play on the first episode of 2020, we have a fabulous program coming up this year for you. From thought leadership, to pathways to success...The IABC International Podcast will be your trusted companion from now to World Conference and beyond. I am sincerely grateful to IABC for the opportunity to connect with, a...

2020-01-1719 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Crisis Resilience - When was the last time you tested your plan? Ep. 208Welcome to episode 208 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode we're taking a fresh look at crisis resilience and how having a plan in a binder is not enough, plus we're joined by Austin Staton as he takes us to Houston for this week's Chapter of the Week. Our feature interview is with Caroline Sapriel, author of How to Continually Build Your Crisis Resilience: A checklist. You can view the article here. -- This episode includes a short feature which expresses my thanks to you the listener, and to leadership, staff and t...

2019-12-1827 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Crisis: The Legal Counsel and the Professional Communicator, Who Leads? Ep. 207Welcome to Episode 207 of the IABC International Podcast. On this program, we're looking at the relationship between legal counsel and communication professional during a crisis. And we're off to Manitoba in this week's Chapter of the Week. -- Back by popular demand, the IABC Academy Cyber Week sale is available again this year! We want to make it easier on you. We appreciate your commitment to lifelong learning and driving the communication profession forward. To say thank you, we’re offering a limited-time deal on IABC Academy courses, saving you 40% on ever...

2019-12-0518 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC In-house vs Consulting vs Agency. Ep. 206Welcome to episode 206 of the IABC International Podcast. Howard Krais returns to talk about the opportunities that come from, and difference between working in-house, consulting and starting your own communication agency. -- Save 10% on 2020 IABC Gold Quill Awards entries through 15 December. You've done the hard work. Now, it's time to get recognized for it. The final 2020 IABC Gold Quill Awards deadline will be here before you know it, and the early-bird deadline has already passed. But, it's not too late to get a great deal on a fantastic growth op...

2019-11-2029 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Do you really value your professional identity? Ep. 205Episode 205 of the IABC International Podcast. On this episode, we're popping across to Banff in the Canadian Rockies to catch up with Priya Bates Plus Poonam Sharma and Rebecca Callahan take a moment out of their hectic schedules to tell us about what you can expect to find at IABC DC Metro in this week's Chapter of the Week. -- These are the last few days of October and therefore: Member Month. we don't want you to miss out. If you sign up, or renew your IABC membership, you're entitled to 10% off of...

2019-10-2922 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Why don't remote workers feel included? Ep. 204Hello and welcome to Episode 204 of the IABC international podcast. On this episode, we'll find out about issues relating to communication and remote workers from Jenni Field, and we're going to spend some time with the IABC UK and Ireland chapter thanks to Howard Krais. -- We're just over halfway through IABC member-month, where you can sign up for, or renew your membership and save 10% on International dues if you do it before the end of October. Simply enter the code OCTOBER10 on the checkout page and you'll receive that discount. I...

2019-10-1915 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Integrating Communication and Marketing Departments with Patrick Armstrong - Ep. 203The snow has returned to Western Canada where this episode of the IABC International Podcast is being produced. So whilst dealing with the white stuff Dan has produced the latest episode. Patrick Armstrong SCMP from Australia speaks about his experience in working in integrated marketing and communication teams. -- Alison Davis has a really informative article on the importance of creating a playbook when it comes to communicating change. If you're planning an IABC Gold Quill Award submission, then do get it in early to secure a discount on the entry fee...

2019-09-3017 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Gain global recognition for your work - Steps toward a Gold Quill Award - Ep. 202Hello! we're back after the summer break. The interim editions are back in storage until the next winter break. On this episode, Ed Kamrin talks about the upcoming webinar - your pathway to Gold Quill recognition and why you should enter. We have a brand new feature called Question of the Week. This week: What is the name of the business book that you cannot put down? Tell us why it's your go-to via https://twitter.com/iabcpop. We will showcase the books on the next IABC International Podcast episode. -- Chapter of th...

2019-09-1120 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC What's coming up on Season 2? - Ep 201.Firstly, please subscribe to the podcast so that you never miss an episode, and please do share this with colleagues and friends from across the communication and marketing sector. This is a little teaser of what you can expect in Season Two. -- Ed Kamrin joins Dan tomorrow to talk about the free IABC Gold Quill Awards webinar coming soon - check out the IABC website for details. -- Interested in becoming a producer with the IABC Panel of Producers? Get in touch for details. Also if your chapter hasn't been featured as Chapter of the Week yet, let us kn...

2019-09-1002 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Beat the clock, Amazing August ends on 31st August 2019 (11:59pm PDT) Join IABC.In this second interim episode Dan has some Amazing August savings for you. Find out more about joining IABC 15% discount on IABC Academy courses? Here's how. Our next full episode with feature interview will be on September 10th 2019, plus we'll find out where in the IABC World we will be in Chapter of the Week. -- IABC Heritage Region is hosting a webinar on #podcasting, so if you're in the region, look out for the emails in your mailbox. If your chapter or region would like to ho...

2019-08-2903 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Refreshing the IABC Academy to support your Lifelong Learning - Ep. 16Off for a walk, commuting or just grabbing a cuppa? Thank you for hitting play. Please share this with friends and colleagues. Enjoy great new perks like Catalyst, a brand new iabc.com, chapter and regional networking events, discounts on #IABC20 in Chicago and much more. Save 10% on international dues using the code MEMBERSHIP during checkout at (link: http://iabc.com/join) iabc.com/join through 31 August. -- If you're a chapter or regional leader and you would like us to feature your event on an edition of the podcast, then pop us a...

2019-08-0812 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Even communicators take vacations - Ep. 15Thank you for hitting play on this episode. If you would like to watch this in video format, click on this link: https://youtu.be/hR40QMGgY2U We're showcasing The Business Communicators from IABC Houston produced and hosted by Austin Staton. -- Interested in volunteering with the panel of Producers? Email news@iabc.com or pop a DM to our Twitter account: @iabcpop -- Music is from Joakim Karud https://soundcloud.com/joakimkarud Produced and Presented by https://twitter.com/dangoldmedia This is an IAB...

2019-07-2607 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Absorbing the knowledge of the Fellows - Ep. 14Podcast pioneer Shel Holtz joins Dan Gold to talk about why 2004 was an important year, and how the IABC Circle of Fellows podcast came in to existence. Also Shel has a key piece of advice for anyone thinking of podcasting. Find out more about the Circle of Fellows Podcast here -- Calling all corporate communication and human resources professionals! IABC has joined forces with internal communication consultancy Gatehouse to launch Accelerate in North America. If you would you like to develop a more strategic and influential approach to internal communication, consider Accelerate, a...

2019-07-1018 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC The State of the Sector Report 2019 - The Results - Ep. 13Simon Wright and Lee Smith join Dan to look in to the findings from the 2019 State of the Sector Report - The Definitive Global Survey of the Internal Communication and Employee Engagement Landscape. The State of the Sector Report is IABC Foundation endorsed research and here is the link to the webinar with Lee which takes a deeper dive in to the results. Download the report. -- Our IABC International Podcast Chapter of the Week is IABC Victoria - thank you Sia Papageorgiou for contributing to this episode. -- Th...

2019-06-2722 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC What's in it for me? - Ep. 12On this episode: Victoria Dew, SCMP – IEB Chair, Ginger D. Homan ABC, SCMP – IEB Past Chair, and Stephanie Doute, CAE - IABC Executive Director joined Dan ahead of World Conference in Vancouver to look at some key areas of the IABC roadmap. They highlighted reasons why people should join the association, and the value that a membership brings to a professional communicator. -- We have recorded so much content from #IABC19, that we will be sharing it through the summer months along with other stories from the world of IABC. To everyon...

2019-06-1831 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Exclusive Trailer: When can I hear the 2019 IABC World Conference Recordings?An email just popped up on Dan's computer. Take a listen to just a few of the interviews we gathered at #IABC19. -- Presented and Produced by http://twitter.com/dangoldmedia Music: soundcloud.com/joakimkarud This is an IABC Production

2019-06-1301 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Rediscover meaningful communication with Celeste Headlee - Ep. 10Celeste Headlee is an award-winning journalist, professional speaker and the author of Heard Mentality and We Need To Talk: How To Have Conversations That Matter. Dan removed the distraction of his cell phone and really focused on the conversation, we hope you have as many insights as he did from this conversation with Celeste ( https://wc.iabc.com/team/celeste-headlee/). There is still time to secure your ticket to #IABC19 (as of the date of this episode going live - May 24, 2019). Join communicators from across the planet at the World's leading communications conference. https://wc.iabc.com/registr...

2019-05-2432 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC The State of Media and a Global Free Press with Soledad O'Brien - Ep. 9Soledad O'Brien called in from New York to talk with us about the state of the media and how we can continue to support a free press. Soledad is the Opening Keynote speaker at June's 2019 IABC World Conference in Vancouver. Reserve your seat now wc.iabc.com for the World's leading communications event. -- Don't miss the next IABC Drop-In with discussion hosts Adam Brayford, SCMP, and Kamna Narain! We'll be covering effective storytelling for external communication and diversity and inclusion best practices. Register to join us on 22 May at 11 a.m. PT. Zoo...

2019-05-0818 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Do You Know Your Advocates From Your Influencers? - Ep. 8Feature Interview Mike Klein joined Dan to explain why it is important for an organization to recognize the difference between advocates, ambassadors, influencers and employees. Find out more about The Ultimate Strategy session at World Conference, click: https://wc.iabc.com/network-and-influencer-based-communication-the-ultimate-strategy/ -- Free Webinar Alert: How to Write Emails Your Employees Will Actually Read While email remains an essential tool for business communication, email overload and employee engagement present real challenges. It is no surprise so many go unopened or unread. Being an effective communicator means kn...

2019-04-2612 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC “The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled.” ― Plutarch #IABCmentoringEpisode 7 is here and so is Michael Nord, SCMP. Dan and Michael took some time out at Leadership Institute to chat about the excitement surrounding mentoring. If you're a chapter leader, then click on this link ( https://www.iabc.com/leader-centre/run-your-chapter/mentoring/ ) to access the mentoring section on Leader Centre. You will need to be logged in to the site. Or you can navigate to Leader Centre - Run your chapter and click on mentoring. If you're looking to develop as a professional, consider mentoring as a way to grow. Both mentors and mentees benef...

2019-04-0408 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Invest Now in your Future - Jenifer Bice and the Unmissable World Conference"Ain't No Stoppin Us Now" - Not just a great song with dreadful spelling, but a mantra. We're on a roll with the IABC International Podcast. Dan was speaking in the UK, but didn't want to disappoint you by missing an episode, so with the podcasting kit as hand luggage, he scouted out a location to record the interviews for the latest episode. Thank you Jenifer Bice - Chair 2019 World Conference and Gemma Lawrence - President IABC Vancouver for being guests on this episode. -- 2019 IABC World Conference Downtown Hyatt an...

2019-03-2215 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Samantha Rae Ayoub on Supercharging Your Communications Career.So why should you join IABC? There are so many great reasons, from professional development to community building, listen to this great episode and see below for more details. Thank you IABC Ottawa Chapter President Samantha Rae Ayoub for joining Dan to look at the reasons why people join IABC and stay members long term. -- You face challenges. IABC has solutions. From content and events to courses and credentials, an IABC membership gives you what you need to excel and advance in your communication career. Discover the benefits of IABC membership!

2019-03-1417 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Volunteer to serve on an International Committee or task force.Episode five's main feature is looking at what volunteering at the international level gives volunteers and the difference they make. From advice for others, to real experiences our guests had, this is a great way to peak behind the curtain of IABC International Committees and task forces. Thank you Sharon Hunter SCMP and Victor Zalakos SCMP for contributing to this episode. -- Our open call for people to join the Panel of Producers is also mentioned. We tell the IABC story. Interested in volunteering? Get in touch. -- Music by...

2019-02-2717 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Leadership Institute 2019 and Strategic Alignment Interview with Zora Artis.Our annual gathering of leaders from chapters, regions, committees, task forces and the IEB took place in Long Beach, California. Kicking off with the Chapter Management Awards, we celebrated success from across the IABC World. That was followed by two intensive days of listening, learning and idea sharing to make IABC even stronger. Catch up on all the social chatter by using #IABCLI and #weleadIABC. -- Our feature interview is with Zora Artis GAICD, SCMP, FAMI, CPM, MComm, MMktg. In mid-2018, supported and endorsed by the IABC Found...

2019-02-1512 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC 2019 Edelman Trust Barometer - Interview with Ève LaurierÈve Laurier - General Manager, Edelman Montréal joins Dan Gold on the IABC Podcast to talk about the findings from the 2019 Edelman Trust Barometer. The study reveals that trust has changed profoundly in the past year—people have shifted their trust to the relationships within their control, most notably their employers. Globally, 75 percent of people trust “my employer” to do what is right, significantly more than NGOs (57 percent), business (56 percent) and media (47 percent). -- Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud Presented and Produced by Dan Gold An I...

2019-01-3113 min

PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC Gold Quill Deadline - There's still time.IABC Fellows Priya Bates and Brad Whitworth join Dan Gold on this week's episode to offer their Gold Quill advice and support. Yes there really is time to make your submission. We're still looking for a name, let us know your ideas news@iabc.com -- Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud Presented and Produced by Dan Gold An IABC Production.

2019-01-2612 min