International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Maritime Canada Conference Provides a World-Class Event for Maritime Communicators
Join us at BizCommCamp in Halifax on May 29 to steer your future without leaving your time zone
HALIFAX, May 1, 2014 /CNW/ - Join Maritime communications professionals for a day-long professional development conference to gain new tools and strategic insight into crisis communications, social media monitoring, brand marketing, and government relations. Communicators from across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island are invited to take part in what promises to be a valuable learning experience.
One of the day's areas of focus includes the field of crisis communications including the "Dealing with Disasters Workshop." Peter Spurway, Vice President, Corporate Communications & Airport Experience for the Halifax International Airport Authority and Dan Bedell, Communications Director (Atlantic) for the Canadian Red Cross are among the speakers who will lead an aviation-oriented mock disaster. This session will offer on-the-ground crisis communications planning, with input from the leaders who have had to learn them first-hand. IABC Maritime Canada's ever popular Eye of the Political Storm Government Panel returns. Former Premier Dexter's Chief of Staff, Dan O'Connor, and Principal Secretary, Paul Black will provide insight into life as a government communicator, along with former journalist Jordi Morgan. Take some time to learn from those who worked in a field where crisis communications is a daily affair.
A number of Maritime thought leaders, from senior directors to CEOs, will attend BizCommCamp, making this event an exciting learning opportunity for new and seasoned communicators. Additional session highlights include:
- Marketing is dead. The future is all about communication.
- Making Social Media Monitoring Part of Your Social Media Strategy
- Changing the Channel: Diversity and the Digital Economy
In addition to the nine sessions to be held during BizCommCamp, registration includes opportunities to network with fellow communicators during breakfast and lunch as well as an invitation to the evening sociable.
IABC Maritime Canada has reserved a block of rooms at the Prince George Hotel at the discounted rate of $169 per night. Book your hotel by calling 1-800-565-1567 or email [email protected].
Canada Newswire, Media Mechanics, and ThinkWell Research are proud sponsors of the IABC Maritime Canada 2014 BizCommCamp.
For more information or to register for BizCommCamp, visit http://bizcommcamp.com.
About the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC)
For more than 40 years, IABC has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of professional business communicators around the world by providing members with opportunities for individual growth, professional training, and expansion of their personal networks. IABC Maritimes 100+ members range from corporate vice-presidents to marketing managers and communications consultants responsible for internal and external business communications, marketing, internal communications, public relations, and government affairs. The Maritimes' chapter covers IABC members from across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.
SOURCE: IABC Atlantic Canada
Christine Larade, [email protected], 902-237-2747; David Rodenhiser, [email protected], 902-229-3147
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