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How the Association of
Information Technology
Professionals (AITP) Can Help You
AITP – A Long Tradition
NMAA – National Machine Accountants Association
DPMA – Data Processing Management Association
AITP – Association of Information Technology
Professionals
AITP Mission
To serve our members by delivering relevant
technology and leadership education, research and
information on current business and technology
issues, and forums for networking and collaboration.
Adopted December 2008
AITP Vision
AITP is the leading worldwide society of information
technology business professionals and the
community of knowledge for the current and next
generation of leaders.
Adopted December 2008
AITP Core Values
Service
We keep current in technology, business, and academia. We
contribute to the Association, IT profession, and society
utilizing leadership, appropriate solutions, and sound
processes.
Integrity
We value professionalism and uphold the AITP Code of
Ethics and Code of Conduct.
AITP Core Values - 2
Respect
We build an inclusive environment through mentoring,
delivering on commitments, working together with trust, and
enjoying the camaraderie of each other.
Innovation
We learn, share insights, and encourage our members to
make a difference today and for the future.
AITP Guiding Principles
Our Guiding Principles reflect AITP’s beliefs about
your role as a member and the impact we want AITP
to have in the IT profession.
We aspire to be better leaders, better people.
We excel through honesty.
We treat others with respect.
We demand ethical behavior of ourselves.
We encourage out of the box thinking.
We lead with confidence and inspire team members to
achieve success.
We don’t let fear of change paralyze us in reaching our goals.
We are fiscally responsible.
We take ownership in everything we do.
We have fun.
What AITP Offers
AITP offers OPPORTUNITIES
Education
Networking
Leadership
Advocacy
Mentoring
AITP offers PERSONAL GROWTH
What’s in it for Me?
AITP offers a platform to build great leaders:
Recognition as an expert in the industry
Recognition as an author – publishing works
Career opportunities through networking
Presentation/Speaking engagement opportunities
Volunteer opportunities
AITP offers a platform to “Pay it Forward”
Leading and supporting teamwork
Mentoring our next generations
Sharing and collaborating to lead the profession
Community Outreach participation
Tangible Benefits-Discounts and Scholarships
Research
Conferences and seminars
Online IT training
Leadership training
Hardware and software
Printing services
Shipping services
Insurance
Credit cards
Scholarships
Robert Half Technology Scholarships at NCC
Foundation of Information Technology Scholarships (FITE)
for AITP Student Members
Benefits of Membership
White papers and presentations
Chapter meetings, Region Conferences
National Collegiate Conference
AITP Member Summit
ISECON / CONISAR (Info Systems Education/Research Conference)
Robert Half Technology InfoCenter
Microsoft Resource Center
Information Executive e-Newsletter
Member directory
Discussion forums
Committees and task forces
Leadership opportunities
Classes of Members
Professional – individuals employed in the IT industry
Honorary – 3 types
Lifetime – awarded to those of prestigious stature approved
by the AITP Executive Committee. Dues paid by the
Association.
Senior – disabled or retired and a member of at least 10
years – dues reduced by one-half.
Emeritus – members who attained a specific level of AITP
participation and nominated by the chapter. One-third dues,
paid by the chapter.
Classes of Members - 2
Student – Individuals entered in a university or college
whose degree major is in the information technology
field
Student-to-Professional – Former students members
who elect to renew as a professional member. Dues
reduced for three years
Enterprise – Makes it more beneficial for companies to
have multiple employees in AITP.
Student to Professional (S2P) Membership
Allows student members to transition to professional
membership, at reduced dues for the 1st three years
1st Year - $35 (plus local chapter dues)
2nd Year - $45 (plus local chapter dues)
3rd Year - $70 (plus local chapter dues)
Must renew your membership (as a S2P professional)
before your student membership expires
Go to www.aitp.org/renew
If you are unsure of where you will be after graduation,
join as an Individual Member. Later you can have
AITP HQ assign you to a chapter in your new location.
AITP Organization
Members
Chapters – Professional & Student
Regions
Districts - for electing Board of Directors
Board of Directors & Executive Committee
Executive Director and HQ Staff
Education Special Interest Group
Student Leadership Council
AITP Professional Advisory Council
Committees and Task Forces
See the AITP Governance Page at www.aitp.org.
Regions
AITP Membership
2,512 professional members
74 chapters
506 members in 13 chapters in Region 5
2,417 student members
224 chapters in universities and colleges across the United
States
557 members in 42 chapters in Region 5
“National’s” Purpose
The Umbrella of the Profession
Advocacy
Protects our members careers and the IT profession
Visionary
Leads the profession by defining attributes of an IT
professional
Education
Increases the value of IT professionals by delivering
programs that enhance their skill sets
Leadership
We are community of leaders who install professionalism in
the industry and hold professionals to ethical standards
Support
Web sites, cash, promotional materials, membership tracking
Recognition, Awards and Support
Individual Performance Awards (IPA)
Chapter Outstanding Performance Award COPA
Region & Association Outstanding Chapter
Student Individual and Outstanding Chapter Awards
Professional Chapter Incentive Programs
Region Funding
Distinguished Information Sciences Award (DISA)
Faculty Awards
Educational Institution Awards
Regions’ Purpose
The Support Structure for Local Chapters
Evangelists
Helps spread the word about the value of AITP
Support Local Chapters
Brings local chapter leaders together to share solutions
Delivering Programs
Region conferences
Developing Leader Volunteers
Chapter Leadership Workshops and one-on-one assistance
Mentorship
Train and support future industry and association leaders
Chapters’ Purpose
Chapters are the heart and soul of AITP
This is where members see the most value from AITP
Direct contact with local peers and local companies
Face-to-face networking
Without a lot of travel
Live educational opportunities
At very little cost or time
Development opportunities
Hone your leadership skills
Community outreach
For both the local IT and general community
Mentorship
Support of student chapters
What Members Want - 2
Why Members Joined AITP
53% - Networking
19% - Programs (meetings)
10% - Job Opportunities
17% - Other
Why Members Maintain Membership
65% - Networking
15% - Programs (meetings)
5% - Job Opportunities
12% - Other
What Members Want - 3
Are Reasons for Joining Being Met?
72% - Yes
19% - Somewhat
7% - No
What Members Want - 4
Local Chapter Meeting Attendance
49% - Attend almost all meetings
18% - Attend one to three meetings
13% - Attend four or more meetings
10% - Unable to attend
2% - Have not yet attended
Twin City Chapter
Serving Bloomington/Normal and Central Illinois
www.twincityaitp.org
2010 AITP Association Outstanding Chapter
2011 Region Outstanding Chapter.
Chapter meetings are held every 3rd Thursday of the
month from 5:00-7:30 pm excluding June, July and
December, at the Ozark House, 704 McGregor St.,
Bloomington.
39 members from multiple companies within the
Bloomington/Normal area such as State Farm,
Country Financial and Levi, Ray, Shoup (LRS)
Twin City Chapter - 2
Past topics include:
Rich Internet Applications
Cloud as a Strategy
Technology Used in a Restaurant
Healthy Dining Out
Keys to Email Marketing
Windows 7 Phone Development
Electronic Medical Charts
Search Engine Optimization
September topic:
Robotics
We are a State Farm sponsored organization as listed
in the State Farm University
To become a member, first talk with your manager.
After being approved, follow the procedure outlined in
the document at the AITP booth
Maximizing Membership
The value of membership is exposure to new ideas
Take advantage of the opportunity to network and
learn
Participate: You get out of your membership what you
put into it
Join Local, Region, and / or Association committees
Maximizing Membership - 2
Support AITP events:
Chapter Meetings
Region and Association Events
Attend the AITP Members Summit
National Collegiate Conference, ISECON
Visit the web portal at www.aitp.org and read
Information Executive and emails from the
Association.
Keep your email address and other contact
information current at www.aitp.org.
Questions or Comments?
Mark Gilfand, CDP, CPCU, CLU, ChFC
2006 AITP Association President
AITP Region 5 Vice President
Regent: Foundation for Information Technology Education
State Farm Insurance
Three State Farm Plaza South, K2
Bloomington, Illinois 61791-0001
309-766-3782
[email protected]