IABC Malaysia Chapter

IABC held the first Asia-Pacific conference on 8-9 April. Over the next few days, we will be sharing some of the information from the conference on the IABC Malaysia Facebook page.  Come check it out!

Founded in 1970, The International Association of Business Communicators provides a professional network of more than 15,000 business communication professionals in over 70 countries.

Our members hold positions in Public relations/Media relation, Corporate communications, Public affairs, Investor relations, Government relations, Marketing communication, Community relations, Writing, Editing, Training, Advertising, Video production, Graphic design, Human resources and Teaching.

For more information on IABC, please visit www.iabc.com/about

In Malaysia, IABC was first launched in 1993. The local chapter aims to promote an active local communications fraternity through the provision of resources to aid individuals to achieve excellence.

If you are still undecided how IABC can help in your work as a communicator, read what your colleagues in the industry have to say.

“IABC is an organisation that is truly relevant to my work as a communicator. IABC has offered me a great source of up-to-date resources, comprehensive educational avenues and excellent networking opportunities. This has been beneficial to my professional and personal development.”

- S.S. Patricia, Managing Director, Pat-Lin Communications Sdn Bhd

“When I joined IABC in 2006, I was newly appointed as the Corporate Communication Manager. The IABC network and knowledgebase helped me fast track the development of the communication plans and strategies for my company.”

- Nik Anis Nik Zakaria

“The job of a communicator has changed rather dramatically in these recent few years. The challenges are unprecedented. Having access to a host of resources of latest trends, communication tools and case studies from around the world, is invaluable. IABC gives me all these and more!”

- Debbie Koh, Principal Consultant, JIREH Consult

“I was a founder member of IABC Malaysia Chapter and have been a loyal IABC member for more than 16 years. Throughout these years, I made many friends across the world and added new dimensions to my communications knowledge base and skills.”

- Rasila Hamzah, Managing Director of RUSS Consulting Sdn Bhd

“I only regret that I have not known about and joined IABC earlier. Having joined for less than a year, I am already experiencing awesome networking and learning opportunities!”

- Roger Kerk, New Media & Branding Director, WISM Works Sdn Bhd

“I have been with IABC Malaysia Chapter since 2004. One of the best international recognition for communicators is the annual Gold Quill Awards. At the national level it is called the Silver Quill Awards. Through IABC, I have learned a lot about professionalism in communications.”

- Sharon Ong

 CIMA World Conference 2009
13-14 July 2009 | Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre | Malaysia

Hear some of the world’s top business leaders speak about crucial business issues at the CIMA World Conference 2009.

Bringing together outstanding business speakers from around the world, the conference, themed ‘The global village - no boundaries, no limits’ will give you the opportunity to join and network with business leaders who have successfully transcended global barriers to reach the top of their industries.

Topics will include:

·       managing global profitability in a downturn

·       management accounting – managing costs, shaping the future

·       connecting the global village

·       putting strategy into action

Fees for IABC members: RM1,700 per person

Fee is inclusive of two-day conference and CIMA’s 90th Anniversary Gala Dinner.

Please insert ‘CWCIABC19‘ supporting partner registration code upon online registration, www.cimaglobal.com/worldconference

More details from conference brochure,

http://www.iabcmalaysia.com/flyers/CIMA_conference.pdf

DEAR MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF IABC

Don’t forget…September 2008 is a Worldwide Membership Month for IABC! 

This means that for new or lapsed members who join or re-join IABC, we’ll waive the application fee (US$40/CDN$44 for faxed/mailed/phoned enrolments; US$30/CDN$33 for Internet enrolments).* Please remember: applications must be *received* at the San Francisco Headquarters office during the month of September to qualify.  This promotion does not apply to current members or students.

And, once again, there’s a bonus…we’re hosting an open house of the members-only IABC web site in September.  For the month of September, everyone will have free access to:

- All of our content archives such as Communication World, CW Bulletin, case studies, and conference presentations - MyComm - Read access to MemberSpeak and the IABC Buzz -The Job Centre

To try us out, sign up at: http://www.iabc.com/login/trial.cfm  (This login will not be available before or after the month of September).