Your Chapter Newsletter - December 2024     

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End of Year President's Message 
Dear IIBA® Calgary Chapter Members,
 
As 2024 comes to a close, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the incredible contributions and participation that have made this year a remarkable one for our chapter. Each of you has played a vital role in fostering a thriving business analysis community in Southern Alberta, and for that, I am truly grateful.
 
This year, we’ve shared many successes, including our Professional Development Day, numerous virtual and in-person events, engaging social networking opportunities, and study groups. Your commitment to learning and growing together was also evident in our Mentorship Program, where mentors and proteges came together to share knowledge and experiences—a testament to the strength of collaboration and mutual support in our community.
 
A special note of gratitude goes out to our Board of Directors and leadership team. Your dedication and collaborative efforts are the backbone of our chapter. Without your hard work and vision, the IIBA® Calgary Chapter would not be the vibrant, supportive network it is today. Thank you for your tireless efforts to ensure the chapter’s continued success.
 
To those of you who took time to connect with me personally—whether by phone, email, or in person—I want you to know how much I value your outreach. Your connection and feedback make a significant difference, and I encourage you to continue sharing your ideas and insights as we move forward together.
 
As we look ahead, I invite each of you to stay engaged, get involved, and give back to the business analysis community. Together, we can make 2025 an even more impactful year for our profession and our chapter.
 
During this holiday season, I extend my warmest wishes to you and your families. No matter how you celebrate, I hope you enjoy a safe, relaxing, and joyous time with your loved ones. For those who may find this season challenging—whether due to work demands, holiday pressures, or personal circumstances—please don’t hesitate to reach out to a friend, coworker, or professional for support. Prioritizing your well-being is essential, and there is always someone ready to listen and help.
 
Thank you once again for being part of our IIBA® Calgary Chapter. I look forward to hearing from you and seeing you at our upcoming events in 2025.
Wishing you all the best for the holidays and the New Year.


Warm regards,

Reg Cracknell, CBAP, PMO
President, IIBA® Calgary Chapter 
 
 
Upcoming Event Links
2025 Networking & Volunteer Appreciation Event
Improving Office Premises
Jan. 16, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. UTC-07:00
 
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Java Hope L.A.U.C.H. Highlights

This year the Calgary chapter representatives attended and supported Java Hope Foundation's L.A.U.N.C.H. career conference. We are pleased to support events that help promote and introduce others to our community. In case you missed, please click on the image below to view a brief highlight video of the event. 
 
 
 
 

Study Group

We are delighted to announce the conclusion of this year's fall study group! This year's group marks the largest class registered and successfully completed the program since the pandemic. Your dedication and hard work have been truly commendable.

As we conclude this journey, we want to thank you for your commitment to mastering business analysis. We are excited to see how you will apply your new skills and knowledge in your professional endeavors. We wish you luck on your exam and we look forward to hearing about your certification success.

A special thank you goes out the study leaders and education volunteers who generously dedicate their time to support the students and the program. 

Keep up the great work, and stay connected with the IIBA community for more learning opportunities and support!

 

 
 
 


New Sponsor Announcement

We are excited to announce that Watermark Learning has joined the IIBA Calgary Chapter as an official sponsor. This partnership underscores their commitment to fostering learning and professional development within our community.

As a token of their support, Watermark Learning is offering an exclusive 40% discount on IIBA practice exams for our Study Group students. This generous discount aims to help students in their exam preparation and achieve their certification goals.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Watermark Learning for their dedication to enhancing the educational experience of our members. We encourage all our future Study Group participants to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity.

We look forward to nurturing and growing this relationship over the years to come.
 
Please visit their website to learn more about Watermark and all the services that they offer.
 
 
 

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

 

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