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ComNetworkCHICAGO: February Happy Hour
ComNet Chicago's first event of the year will be a happy hour at Sketchbook Taproom in Evanston on Thursday, February 20 from 5:30-7:30. We'll have several tables reserved in the taproom. The event is free of charge, and while drinks are on you, we'll have pizzas to share!
Black Communicators February Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
Internal Communicators February Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
Social Justice Communicators February Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
ComNetworkNORTH CAROLINA: Gathering in Greensboro
On Tuesday, March 4, ComNetworkNC is hosting a visit to the International Civil Rights Center & Museum (134 S. Elm St.) from 4-5:30 p.m. in Greensboro, followed by drinks, snacks and mingling at Bitters Social House (307 State St.). The tour is on us, as is your first drink at Bitters!
ComNetworkDENVER: Communicating in Times of Crisis
Hear from Barefoot PR about best practices for crisis communications, messaging, and internal staff coordination. Then, engage in small group discussions with fellow communications professionals to share strategies, explore what’s working, and navigate the complexities of determining what to say—and when.
WEBINAR: The Future of Branding: Flexibility Within a Framework
The future of branding isn’t rigid — it’s responsive. Join Hayley Berlent, founder and CEO of Additive Impact, LLC, and Omoiye Kinney, EVP and CMO of United Way Worldwide, as they discuss building a brand with strong integrity, while flexing across audiences, platforms, and evolving societal challenges.
WEBINAR: AI for Comms: What’s Useful Now?
This session cuts through the noise to focus on practical, ready-to-use AI tools that can save time, improve content quality, and enhance storytelling. Whether you’ve dabbled with ChatGPT or barely noticed Gemini in your Gmail, this session will quickly bring you up to speed.
ComNet25 Denver — The Communications Network Annual Conference
Registration is OPEN for ComNet25 Denver! Join us Wednesday October 15 through Friday October 17, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Denver.
One-Person Comms Shop February Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
LGBTQ+ Communicators February Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
WEBINAR: Beyond the Basics: How to Evaluate Your Communications Impact
Building on an overview of evaluation fundamentals, this webinar will go beyond traditional metrics and look at new approaches and considerations for measuring the “success” of your communications activities.
Management and Department Leads February Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
WEBINAR: New Network Members Portal/Directory Walkthrough (Feb. 13th)
We’ve launched a new membership portal at The Communications Network! Join us for a walk through of the system and a time to get your questions answered.
Research & Science Communicators February Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
ComNetworkKC Launch Happy Hour: New Year, New Connections
Mark your calendars! We're thrilled to invite you to the first-ever gathering of ComNetwork KC, a local group for communications professionals organized through The Communications Network and hosted by local communicators like you.
Consultants Circle February Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
ComNetworkDETROIT: Winter Happy Hour
It’s a new year, and it’s time to get the squad back together. We’re excited to invite you to ComNetworkDETROIT’s first in-person meetup of 2025. This will be an informal social gathering, and a great opportunity to meet fellow communicators-for-good and engage and contribute to our community.
Community Foundations February Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
WEBINAR: New Network Members Portal/Directory Walkthrough (Feb. 4th)
We’ve launched a new membership portal at The Communications Network! Join us for a walk through of the system and a time to get your questions answered.
Internal Communicators January Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
ComNetworkNY: New Year, New Opportunities
Looking for a new job or advancing in your current role? Join us for a virtual event that will help you navigate today's ever-changing job market and climb the ladder within your organization or beyond.
ComNetworkATL: Winter Meet Up
We're kicking off 2025 with the first networking meet up of the year. Join us and ComNetwork colleagues for good company and conversation. The event is free, but space is limited to 25.
ComNetworkPDX: Winter Happy Hour
Join like-minded professionals at a ComNetworkPORTLAND (ComNetPDX) Happy Hour—an evening of connection, collaboration, and camaraderie.
Social Justice Communicators January Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
(Replay) WEBINAR: How to Cultivate Curiosity to Improve Your Communications
In our next Network webinar, you’ll participate in a hands-on experiential workshop and learn HOW to be more curious with actionable strategies you can implement right away.
ComNetworkSEATTLE: Casual Get Together on MLK Day
Join your ComNetworkSEATTLE friends for a casual get together (late lunch, early happy hour, etc.,) to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, look ahead at the comms landscape and opportunities for gathering for 2025, and socialize with kindred spirits on Inauguration Day.
Management and Department Leads January Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
Black Communicators January Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
One-Person Comms Shop January Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
Consultants Circle January Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
ComNetworkDC Winter Happy Hour: Welcoming Young Professionals
Whether you’re new to the sector, early in your career, or a seasoned professional, this gathering will center on developing mentorship opportunities. Come and enjoy refreshments, share your career experience, and learn how you can engage with ComNetworkDC at this free event.
Community Foundations January Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
Research Communicators January Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.
ComNetworkCHICAGO: December Happy Hour
Our final happy hour of the year will take place from 5:30-7:30 on Thursday, December 12. We'll be hosting the event at FatPour Tap Works at 2206 S Indiana Ave, two blocks from the Cermak-McCormick L stop. The event is free to attend and open to all, but will be pay your own way.
ComNetworkLA: Holiday Gathering
Please sign up and let us know if you'll be joining us. This is a free event. Food will be available for purchase from the onsite food truck, and your first beverage will be on ComNetworkLA!
ComNetworkDENVER: Connect and Celebrate ComNet25 in Denver
The Communications Network conference is coming to Denver, October 15-17, 2025. Join ComNetwork Denver and staff from ComNet HQ for a reception to connect, celebrate, and look ahead to ComNet25.
Communicating for the Common Good: Virtual Book Talk with Author Marrianne McMullen
Jointly hosted by ComNetworkCHICAGO and ComNetworkSEATTLE, this event is perfect for anyone seeking ways to leverage communications for positive impact.
Marrianne McMullen will read a few excerpts from her book Persuasive: 40 Lessons in Communicating for the Common Good.
One-Person Comms Shop November Circles Meeting
Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect with colleagues based on the role you play, or issue/topic your organization focuses on or your shared identities.