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SUMMARY:IABC Online Connect | Future-proof your communication career: 3 skills you can’t ignore in 2026
DESCRIPTION:Future-proof your communication career: 3 skills you can’t ignore in 2026\n10 November\, 4 PM CET \nThe communication profession is shifting under our feet. AI is shaking up how we research\, create\, and connect. Audiences expect more transparency\, inclusion\, and authenticity than ever. And with new tech\, global teams\, and constant change\, organizations are looking to their comms leaders to guide the way. \nSo how do you stay current\, calm\, and ahead of the game? \nJoin us for a live panel discussion with communication experts Louise Thompson\, Priya Bates\, and Jacques Foul to explore 3 skills you need to thrive in 2026 and beyond. \nHere’s what you’ll get out of it: \n\nSpot the global trends that are reshaping the future of communication\nWalk away with quick\, practical tips you can start using right away\nPick up ideas to become a better communication leader and boost your career\n\nMeet the panelists \nLouise Thompson is a leadership coach and former Corporate Communication Director with over 20 years of experience in the UK and the US. She has worked with both start-ups and public services\, held board-level roles in the NHS\, and advised the Chief Nursing Officer for England on large-scale change programs and national campaigns. Today\, she helps senior communication professionals build confidence and maximize their impact as leaders. \nPriya Bates is an internationally recognized internal communication strategist and inclusion champion with over 30 years of experience in the field. She has led corporate communication at HP Canada and Loblaw Companies and is now President of Inner Strength Communication\, a Toronto-based consultancy. Priya is also co-founder of A Leader Like Me and co-author of “Building a Culture of Inclusivity”\, helping organizations build stronger\, more inclusive workplaces. \nJacques Foul is a digital communication consultant and trainer who helps policy communication teams upgrade their online communication with more effective strategies\, AI\, and thought leadership. His clients include the European Commission\, SolarPower Europe\, WindEurope\, the European Free Trade Association\, and the European Institute of Innovation and Technology. \nMeet the hosts \nRuxandra-Laura Bosilca\, PhD\, is a global communication leader with experience across EU institutions\, nonprofits\, and research bodies in five countries. As Board Director of Sponsorships and Partnerships at IABC EMENA\, she develops strategic relationships that help the association grow and increase the profession’s impact in the region. Ruxandra began her IABC journey as Community Lead in Brussels\, where she created an active network of 70+ communication professionals. \nNatalie Moran is the founder of Comms Futurist\, a consultancy that helps communication and PR professionals drive business outcomes. She partners with executives and leadership teams to build their online visibility\, integrate AI responsibly\, and ensure their communication keeps pace with a rapidly changing landscape. Her work spans C-suite workshops on LinkedIn presence\, one-to-one communication coaching programs\, and virtual events. \nGet your free ticket now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ETh4HgHTQ46nxoHhFvDTYA
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