Are you looking to level up your marketing communications career at an affordable cost? We hear you. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce the launch of IABC Member Lite, a new, cost-effective way to access the professional benefits you value most from the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC)
Meet IABC Member Lite: Your Budget-Friendly Way to Grow
IABC Member Lite is a new membership category designed to give you everything you need to get started with IABC, minus the full cost. For just $115, you'll get access to core IABC benefits at a significant cost savings. It’s the perfect way to plug into a global community and start building the knowledge and connections that will fuel your career growth.
The Value You Get
While the price is lighter, the value is still strong. IABC Member Lite is packed with the essentials communicators need to stay current and connected:
Networking Opportunities: Access local and global networking opportunities—the kind that can open doors to new ideas, mentors, and even job opportunities.
Access to Community and Groups: Join IABC’s online Community and specialty Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) to connect with peers facing similar challenges and practicing in your specific niche.
In-Demand Content: Stay on top of industry trends and thought leadership through:
Content from IABC Catalyst/PodCatalyst
The monthly IABC Bulletin
Sponsored webinars
Event Discounts: Discounts on international and local chapter events, including our premier annual Business Communicators Summit event
Who is Member Lite For?
This new option replaces the Early Career and Campus to Career membership types, making it the ideal starting point for:
Emerging Communicators: Get the vital support and foundational network you need as you begin your career journey.
Veteran Professionals/Consultants: Access core resources and local chapter benefits without the expense of a full membership.
Tom Mentzer
Founder, Mentzer PR Group
“I am a long-time IABC member and always appreciated the educational and networking opportunities this association continues to provide. As a veteran independent communications counselor and small business owner, The Member Lite option is ideal for me at this point in my career. Not only does the membership level allow me to continue to support the IABC, it also gives access to local programming.”
JuliAnn Graham
MarComm Program Manager, American Academy of Family Physicians
“I joined KC IABC with the Member Lite option while signing up for the 2024 Business Communicators Summit—it was a great way to reconnect with the organization without stretching my professional development budget. IABC's Catalyst newsletter, Shared Interest Groups, and LinkedIn community keep me plugged into the latest trends in our field. Locally, KC IABC’s coffee chats, luncheons, and Masters Group meetings have been a fantastic way to build relationships and stay sharp on communication topics that matter.”
Ready to Join?
Join IABC as a Member Lite or renew your current membership under this new, affordable category for just $115/year.
The best part for new members? If you join in 2025, your Member Lite membership will be valid for the full 2026 membership year, meaning you’ll receive three (3) additional months of membership at no extra charge!
Ready to access the best of IABC for less? Get connected, stay current, and grow your career with the new IABC Member Lite!
