Your Chapter Newsletter - January 2025     

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President's Message 

Welcome to 2025 from Your IIBA® Calgary Chapter!
 
As we usher in a brand-new year, we extend our warmest wishes for a productive and prosperous 2025. May you be blessed with the fulfillment of your goals, both personally and professionally. Our Chapter is here to support you every step of the way, offering resources and opportunities that place you—the member—at the heart of everything we do.
 
Get Involved & Volunteer
Our Leadership Team, consisting of seven dedicated and highly accomplished business analysts, is always seeking enthusiastic members who want to contribute to the success of our vibrant community. If you’re looking to grow your network, sharpen your skills, and make a positive impact, we encourage you to check out our open volunteer positions on the Become a Volunteer page. Whether you have a little time to spare or a lot, your involvement matters and is truly appreciated.
 
Upcoming Events
  • Enhancing IT Project Success Through Effective Information Design. 
    Join us for a collaborative educational event on February 20th, co-hosted with our peers from Saskatchewan.
  • Virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM)
    Mark your calendars for February 27, 2025, when we’ll hold our virtual AGM. This is your opportunity to get a comprehensive update on the Chapter’s achievements, future plans, and ways you can be involved in shaping our upcoming initiatives.
Stay Connected
We’re always here to support your growth and success. If you have any questions, ideas, or simply want to connect, feel free to reach out via president@calgary.iiba.org, LinkedIn, or my personal cell phone. We value your feedback and look forward to collaborating with you throughout 2025.

Once again, welcome to a new year filled with promise and opportunity. Together, let’s make 2025 our best year yet!

Warm regards,
Reg Cracknell, CBAP, PMO
President, IIBA
® Calgary Chapter 
 

 
Upcoming Event Links
VIRTUAL BABOK STUDY GROUP Winter SESSION 2025 - February 11- April 29
Virtual
Feb. 11, 2025 7:00 p.m. -
Apr. 29, 2025 10:00 p.m. UTC-07:00
 
IIBA® Calgary Chapter AGM
Virtual Zoom meeting
Feb. 27, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. UTC-07:00
 
View entire list
Virtual Zoom meeting
Feb. 20, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (UTC-07:00) Mountain Standard Time
 
 





 
 
 
 

 

Volunteers!

 
 
We have several positions open and would for you to join us. Email us at volunteer@calgary.iiba.org with your details and the position you are interested in. 

 

Thank you in advance, we look forward to hearing from you.

Available roles: 
  • Event Coordinator

    • Create chapter events form as required
    • Send calendar invite to all registered participants, for chapter events
    • Send post event message to all participants as required
    • Work closely with Event Marketing to complete and coordinate all event tasks
    • Contribute to specials assignments related to event venue selection, visitation, assessment, and pricing
       
  • Communications Coordinator

    • Coordinate communications for events and general meetings
    • Coordinate the production and distribution of Chapter newsletters in accordance with the communication strategy
    • Manage and update Chapter templates
    • Contribute to team planning sessions and creative process
       
  • Board Secretary
    • Document and coordinate Board and General Meetings
    • Record and maintain Chapter meeting minutes
    • Maintain and update Director onboarding documents
    • Maintain annual Board activity calendar

 

Content Creators

Calling all BAs! If you have new ideas or content that you would like contribute to our monthly newsletter, please email communications@calgary.iiba.orgWhether you're interested in making regular contributions or have a one-off article to share, we want to hear from you!

 

 
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