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Meet the Board

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    Natasha Rickel

    PRESIDENT

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    Leanne Breiby

    VP FINANCE

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    Karen Massman VanAsdale

    VP STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS & SPONSORSHIPS

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    Stacey Dickson

    VP MEMBERSHIP

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    Matt Dunn

    VP EDUCATION RELATIONS

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    Char Hamilton

    PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & NETWORKING COORDINATOR

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    Jonathan Haile

    BUSINESS COMMUNICATORS SUMMIT CHAIR

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    John Kurtz

    CO-WEBSITE COORDINATOR

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    Amy Stewart

    CO-WEBSITE COORDINATOR

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    Katie Garcia

    EMAIL COORDINATOR

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    Roy Harryman

    SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Meet the Ancillary Team

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    Matt Tidwell

    MASTERS GROUP EVENTS LEAD

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    Brenda Poor

    COFFEE CHATS EVENTS LEAD

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KC IABC sponsors support the development and recognition of marketing communications professionals in the Kansas City area. We're thankful for their partnership in the pursuit of excellence in the profession.

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Business Communicators Summit 2025

KC IABC is a volunteer led organization powered by communications professionals who are passionate about growing the profession and strengthening our local community.

Volunteering with KC IABC offers opportunities to build leadership skills, expand your network, and contribute your expertise in meaningful ways. From event planning and programming to marketing, sponsorship, and membership engagement, volunteers play a critical role in shaping the experiences and resources we provide.

Whether you are early in your career or a seasoned professional, volunteering allows you to connect with peers, gain hands-on experience, and give back to the communications community in Kansas City.

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