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September 2021
PIC presents our fall social: Still Zoomin’
Thursday, September 23, 2021, 5 to 6 p.m. EDT We had hoped to be meeting in person for PIC’s kickoff fall social, but it turns out…we’re Still Zoomin.’ But we won’t let that slow us down! Join us for an hour of networking and socializing on Zoom. Catch up with old friends, meet some new ones and find out what your indie peers have been up to. Bring a glass of your favourite beverage and your kookiest Zoom background, and…
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Emerge Mindfully For Independent Business Communicators
Tuesday, November 23, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. EST Indie communicators: Let's talk about thriving post-pandemic with the science of self-awareness and compassionate communication Bringing together the latest research into trauma, neuroscience, and mindfulness, this online workshop will teach you new evidence-based strategies to successfully: Manage different client personalities and needs. Deal with any cognitive overload and overwhelm, (so you can stay on top of things and work from your best self). Overcome isolation and collaborate with ease. Participants will walk…
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PIC Holiday Social
PIC members, let’s get social on December 14 Tuesday, December 14, 1 to 2:30 p.m. EST The holiday season is here, and you know what that means. It’s time for the PIC Holiday Social! After a long year, we’re looking forward to bringing PIC members and friends together virtually for a little fun and connection. The social will be hosted on Zoom on December 14, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Come prepared to chat, play some networking games, and make…
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PIC presents: Let’s cross the AI bridge
4 trends transforming marketing and PR in 2022 Thursday, February 10, 2022, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. If you work in marketing or communications, your role is about to change dramatically as you welcome artificial intelligence (AI) to the team. AI will help you be more creative and remove some repetitive tasks. But it will also disrupt your workflow and require you to learn new skills. And it will become an intermediary between your organization and the people you’re trying to reach.…
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PIC presents: On The Move
Tuesday, March 22, 2022, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Join PIC members and friends for a “moving” networking experience on Zoom March 22. In recognition of International Women’s Month, we’re featuring an all-female panel of PIC professionals. Each will share a short case study highlighting a successful project from her realm of expertise. Attendees will be “on the move,” visiting a series of virtual breakout rooms to hear all panelists. Come experience the in-depth knowledge existing within PIC and hear…
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Senior Communicators Circle on May 5, 2022
Thursday, May 5, 5:30 to 7 p.m. EDT What’s not to love about a roundtable with your peers, with indispensable advice, great ideas, and the lighthearted moments that we all need right now. So, mark your calendars and don’t miss this virtual session! The Senior Communicators Circle is open to IABC/Toronto members with 20+ years’ experience to network, share knowledge and discuss a topical communications issue in a relaxed format. It is a great opportunity to exchange ideas with comms…
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Let’s grow together: PIC Mastermind Meetup June 23
Thursday, June 23, 2022, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. ET on Zoom We’re halfway through the year, and summer is (almost) officially here. That means it’s time for another PIC social – this one, with a twist. We have an amazing group of members, so we’re trying something a little different. Since we’re all independent communication professionals with our own business goals, we thought an event to support those goals would be a great way to launch into the second half…
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Buzz off, Corona – PIC members and friends are networking!
Thursday, September 22, 2022, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Duke of York, 39 Prince Arthur Ave., Toronto After a long two years of lockdowns and restrictions and Zoom, PIC is finally able to host an in-person event! Join us on at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 22 for a night of fun and networking at the Duke of York pub, just steps from the St. George subway station. Meet and mingle with fellow PIC members and friends. Fill your Pandemic Experience…
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Understanding Six Change Personas™
Presented by Professional Independent Communicators Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Zoom During times of change, whether driving it or being affected by it, we adopt one of six change personas. Learn the good and dark side of each and how to become more strategic as change makers in this engaging Zoom workshop with speaker Edmond Mellina. Edmond will be joined by a panel of PIC members who will share practical insights. You’ll: Explore the “Six Change…
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PIC presents: Holiday social at Hotel Ocho
Tuesday, December 13, 2022, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Come out and toast the fabulous members and friends of IABC/Toronto’s Professional Independent Communicators at our holiday social! Join us on Tuesday, December 13, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Hotel Ocho (Queen and Spadina). We're leaning hard into the festive season and invite you to wear your best (ugly or over-the-top) festive sweater to be entered in a holiday sweater contest. If you like, opt in to a “white elephant” gift exchange…
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