We continue our IC Career series where IC practitioners share stories from their careers, with Dev Mistry who shares his 10-year career journey in communications, what led him to pursue a career in internal comms.
We continue our IC Career Series, where internal comms professionals share their career stories. In this video, Nicola Walter reveals how she transitioned from marketing to internal communication, shares her top advice for career progression, and highlights the power of curiosity and evidence-based communication. Hear what she finds most rewarding and the biggest lesson she’s learned in internal comms.
We shine a spotlight on Jacqueline Shalks-White, Internal Communications Manager at Electricity North West. With over 25 years in internal comms, Jacqueline shares her passion for the profession and encourages newcomers to stay curious, embrace change, and connect with peers. Her mantra? Be bold, create ‘wow’ moments and make the most of your IoIC network.
IoIC Fellow Jarrod Williams, Head of Digital Content and Channels at St James’s Place, shares why he believes Fellowship is an opportunity to give back, share experiences, and connect with peers who are passionate about advancing the internal communication profession.
In March 2025, IoIC surveyed more than 300 internal communicators to learn how they felt about the current state and future direction of their profession. Respondents represented a range of management levels and years spent working in the profession.
After a couple of decades in the same field, it’s easy to slip into autopilot. Here, five experts explore how internal comms professionals can shake off the mid-career malaise, reignite their passion and take charge of what comes next.
Newly appointed IoIC Fellow Pauline Smith, Internal Communication Specialist at The Comms Smith, reflects on her career journey, the growing importance of embracing AI in internal comms, and how she tackled imposter syndrome to take the step towards Fellowship.