IABC Great Plains

IABC Great Plains IABC Great Plains is where communicators go to connect and grow in Bismarck, ND and beyond.

Need an excuse to step away from your inbox and reconnect? We’ve got one, and it includes some cute, adoptable cats.Join...
01/24/2026

Need an excuse to step away from your inbox and reconnect? We’ve got one, and it includes some cute, adoptable cats.

Join us for our February Coffee Chat, a laid-back, in-person gathering designed for easy conversation and connection with fellow communications professionals. We’ll be meeting at North Dakota’s first cat café, Dakota Cat Cafe , for a relaxed catch-up with no formal agenda.

🍵 Free for IABC members, $10 (+ fees) for non-members.
Your registration also includes a coffee or beverage on us!

Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly!
Register: https://buff.ly/CcprBVF

This is a panel you won’t want to miss!In collaboration with Bismarck Boss Babes, Collab Lab: Marketing, Mindset, and Mo...
01/19/2026

This is a panel you won’t want to miss!

In collaboration with Bismarck Boss Babes, Collab Lab: Marketing, Mindset, and Modern Tools brings together an incredible group of experienced business owners, networking leaders, and marketing and AI specialists for a candid, panel-driven conversation about what it really takes to build and grow a business today.

There's still time to reserve your spot!
Register today: https://buff.ly/XwUUBqn

We're partnering with the Bismarck Boss Babes! Collab Lab is a collaborative, panel-driven discussion designed for entre...
01/05/2026

We're partnering with the Bismarck Boss Babes!

Collab Lab is a collaborative, panel-driven discussion designed for entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals at every stage of business growth.

This event brings together experienced business owners, networking leaders, and marketing and AI specialists to share real-world insight on what it actually takes to build, market, and scale a business in today’s landscape.

Register today at: https://buff.ly/HTJTxRy

What if this year was about progress, not a reset? ☕Join our January Coffee Chat to celebrate the wins, learn from the f...
01/01/2026

What if this year was about progress, not a reset? ☕
Join our January Coffee Chat to celebrate the wins, learn from the failures, and reflect on the lessons of 2025. We’ll map a No-Reset New Year that builds momentum and keeps you moving toward your goals.

IABC members attend FREE, and your coffee is on us.
⏳ LIMITED TIME OFFER: Members can bring a friend who is new to IABC for just $5! ⏳
See ticket options for details.

Not a member? Join the conversation for just $10+fees, which covers your beverage, or check out our new Member Lite option.

Secure your spot now: https://buff.ly/dVUKOPV

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from IABC Great Plains!🎄As we wrap up the year, we’re feeling incredibly grateful for...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from IABC Great Plains!🎄

As we wrap up the year, we’re feeling incredibly grateful for the connections, conversations, and growth that made 2025 such a meaningful year for our chapter. We’re excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to see what 2026 has in store!

Cheers to celebrating together and continuing the momentum into the new year.

What a great way to end this year's Coffee Chats! 🍵 Thank you, Stacy Sturm, for leading, and thank you to everyone who j...
12/08/2025

What a great way to end this year's Coffee Chats! 🍵

Thank you, Stacy Sturm, for leading, and thank you to everyone who joined us for such a reflective, engaging conversation on the impact and state of social media. And a big thank you to The Gifted Bean Coffee House for the wonderful location and the coffees that fueled our discussion.

📆 Mark your calendars for January 8th as we kick off the new year with our first Coffee Chat of 2026. You won’t want to miss it!
https://buff.ly/kTLVVEH

Social media shapes how we connect, communicate, and show up in the world, and imagining life without it raises big ques...
11/24/2025

Social media shapes how we connect, communicate, and show up in the world, and imagining life without it raises big questions!
We are excited for our upcoming Coffee Chat led by Stacy Sturm, owner of URL Radio, Thomas and Moriarty’s, and Oscar’s, who will help us explore the role social media plays in our lives and industries and how our world might shift without it.

☕ IABC members can join the chat for FREE, and your coffee is on us.
Not a member? Join the conversation for just $10 plus fees (that covers your beverage or treat too), or check out our new Member Lite option!
Secure your spot now: https://buff.ly/3JzRFgj

🌟Volunteers Needed!🌟Put your marketing and communications skills to work for good at Gift of Communication on Wednesday,...
11/06/2025

🌟Volunteers Needed!🌟
Put your marketing and communications skills to work for good at Gift of Communication on Wednesday, November 13, from 12–4 PM. Collaborate with a local nonprofit to strengthen their storytelling, communications, strategy, and community impact—all while connecting with fellow professionals who care about making a difference.

We are excited to have FIVE nonprofits join us this year:
Central Dakota Children's Choir (CDCC)
Dakota Children's Advocacy Center
Enable, Inc.
Prevent Child Abuse North Dakota Families Flourish ND
Stepping Stone Ministries

Have volunteer hours to use? This is the perfect opportunity to make them count.

Your expertise can help local nonprofits share their mission and reach more people than ever before.
Sign up to volunteer: https://buff.ly/lRHZur7

The North Dakota Office of Management and Budget is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to serve as a trusted adv...
11/06/2025

The North Dakota Office of Management and Budget is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to serve as a trusted advisor to multiple North Dakota state agencies to help plan, write and share timely, accurate and meaningful information with their audiences.

This brand-new position will play a key role in the Communications team, working together to support statewide initiatives, strengthen internal and external messaging, and help agencies tell their stories in ways that truly connect.

This position is located in Bismarck, and it closes on Nov. 17, 2025.

Apply today at https://buff.ly/XaOtxjV

Got more ideas than time to make them happen? You’re not alone.Join us for our November Coffee Chat led by IABC board me...
10/21/2025

Got more ideas than time to make them happen? You’re not alone.

Join us for our November Coffee Chat led by IABC board member Kay LaCoe, as we talk about managing idea overload, capturing inspiration, and finding balance between creativity and ex*****on. Learn practical ways to turn inspiration into impact while knowing when it’s okay to set things aside.

☕ IABC members get in FREE, and your coffee is on us.
Not a member? Join the conversation for just $10 plus fees (that covers your beverage too), or check out our new Member Lite option!

Secure your spot now: https://buff.ly/sqxINDk

Everyone is invited to "Meet the Pros" on Thursday, October 9 at the University of Mary! We'll hear from a panel of prof...
10/08/2025

Everyone is invited to "Meet the Pros" on Thursday, October 9 at the University of Mary!

We'll hear from a panel of professionals and students who will share their career journey and aspirations, plus plenty of time for networking + snacks!

Meet our panelists⬇️

Sarah Cress, Communication student at the University of Mary
Vaughn Deinhart, Program Manager at Pavewise and Co-Founder at ProntoChore
Alicia Jolliffe, Social Strategist at ND Tourism
Alison Kirsch, Strategic Communication student at the University of Mary
Reggie Morse, Newsroom Manager / Evening News Producer at KFYR-TV
Wendy Schweitzer, Marketing Manager at DCN
Ashley Weightman, HR Specialist at Interstate Engineering

Registration is free at https://buff.ly/9u6xysE

We hope to see you at an upcoming event - there's something for everyone!🌟 Oct. 9 from 5:30 - 8 pm - Meet the Pros We've...
10/07/2025

We hope to see you at an upcoming event - there's something for everyone!

🌟 Oct. 9 from 5:30 - 8 pm - Meet the Pros
We've partnered with the University of Mary to bring together students and professionals for a night of networking and Q&A. Register at https://buff.ly/M9VC5D9

🌟 Oct. 16 from 10 am - 12 pm - AI Masterclass Virtual Workshop
Join IABC Philadelphia for this practical, interactive masterclass and learn how to strategically integrate AI forecasting into your communication planning. Register at https://buff.ly/aeJVjoT

🌟 Nov. 6 from 9 -10 am - In-person Coffee Chat
Join us for a relaxed, in-person conversation, all while enjoying a cup of coffee! Register at https://buff.ly/lvG5Rhs

🌟 Nov. 13 from 12 - 4 pm - Gift of Communication
Volunteer to be matched up with a nonprofit organization and give guidance on their communications and marketing opportunities and challenges. Register at https://buff.ly/FSFg62r

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