AITP – Chicago Chapter

From the Classroom to the Boardroom

Gary R. CzubakPresident, AITP Chicago Chapter

Gary.Czubak@aitpchicago.com

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IT Career Credo for changing times

The only constant is change. Heraclitus a 500BC, Greek philosopher

Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and

leave a trail. Anonymous saying, commonly attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson

Not everything that is faced can be changed. But nothing can be changed until

it is faced. James Baldwin

Leadership is understanding people and involving them to help you do a job. Admiral Arleigh Burke

We need to be the change we wish to see in the world. Mahatma Gandhi

The price of greatness is responsibility. Winston Churchill

If it's a good idea, go ahead and do it. It is much easier to apologize than it is to

get permission. Admiral Grace Hopper

Life is not fair; get used to it. Bill Gates

Eagles don't flock, you have to find them one at a time. Ross Perot

We herd sheep, we drive cattle, we lead people. Lead me, follow me, or get out

of my way. George S. Patton

Lead, follow, or get out of the way. is attributed to Thomas Paine

Today’s IT Professional

Understanding this convergence of

business and technical skills will

increase your odds in advancing your

career……..

The profile of today’s IT professional is

a business minded individual coupled

with technology expertise.

IT Vendor Management & Contract Administration

IT Strategy, Governance & Finance Administration

IT Planning & Project Office

QA

SI

Client Services

Computer Operations Telcom Operations

Help Desk

Application Program Maintenance

Telcom Billing & Administration

Security

Contractual Regulatory Break/Fix

Datacom

EngineeringTelcom Engineering

CircuitOrderingService Delivery IMAC

Application Business Enhancements

Systems Development

Application Services Network Services

Business Analysis

Internet

& CTI

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SAP

VerizonMicrosoft

Google

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EMC

AT&T

Information Technology Professional(Top down priorities)

No matter how sophisticated the technology, it still takes people!™

Career Opportunities The roles of the CIO & CTO are evolving to become masters of change.

Tomorrows’ technology leaders are expected to be true business partners; the leaders of

innovation and productivity.

Managing change requires leadership skills you don’t find in a technical manual. You

either broaden your course of study or obtain them through professional associations.

Continuous self development is mandatory.

Technology certifications are of tactical value; process and management certifications

offer sustainable benefit.

IT Infrastructure & Operation opportunity will exist with technology service providers.

Collaboration & partnership will prevail...interoperability is paramount.

IT Systems Development opportunity will exist with the OEM, VAR’s and Service

companies. Requires knowledge of product development & delivery.

Corporate/Enterprise IT roles will predominately focus on technology sourcing, enterprise

architecture, business process improvement, technology integration and implementation.

IT leaders need to be Program/Project professionals.

Everything will be network centric as a service – in the “Cloud”

AITP enables career growth

AITP is the community of IT knowledge focused on empowering the IT profession by evolving its

members to their full potential as a professional.

The landscape of our IT industry has changed. With the baby boomer retirement and the fierce global

competition, a redefining of the next generation IT professional is inevitable. To remain competitive as an

IT professional, it is imperative that you have access to quality resources that provide life-long learning

to develop your business skills and keep you abreast of technology changes and a professional network

to tap into for fellowship and mentoring.

Since 1951, the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) has been a continuing

resource for quality professional development. Serving the IT industry as a national organization and

through our local chapters, AITP is committed to delivering to our members the recognition, support,

and credibility that will give them the competitive edge needed to succeed.

By joining AITP, you become part of a strong network of IT professionals, have access to empowering

resources and opportunities, and are positioned to achieve your professional goals.

AITP VisionAITP is the leading worldwide society of information technology business professionals and the

community of knowledge for the current and next generation of leaders.

Mission

Core Values

AITP Resources & Opportunities

As an AITP member, you will:

Meet People Working in Your Field of Interest

Learn About Career and Business Opportunities

Stay Abreast of Industry Trends

Polish Your Leadership Skills

Converge Your Technology Skills with

Business Skills

Build Lifelong Relationships and Stay Connected

with the world of the new IT Profession!

Direct Benefits

Direct & Matrix

Relationships

Converge

Skills

Organization ManagementNational Level

AITP is governed by elected Officers (President, Executive Vice President/President Elect, Secretary/ Treasurer, and

Immediate Past President) and a Board of Directors. In addition there is an Executive Director and Professional Staff

to support and further AITP's mission and to carry out day-to-day operations.

Region LevelThe Association is divided into geographic Regions. Region governing boards are comprised of liaisons from each of

the Chapters within the Region and an elected set of officers. Regions are combined to form Districts. Two members

of the Association Board of Directors are elected from each of the four Districts (Eastern, Southern, Central, and

Western).

Chapter LevelMost members belong to Chapters, which provide unique opportunities for informal but direct contact with other IT

Professionals. Chapters are governed by elected officers and directors. Some members are not affiliated with a

chapter and are members-at-large, enjoying the benefits of AITP through the web and at conferences and other

educational offerings. The core of the AITP experience is the chapter network, 400 professional and student chapters

throughout the country. Local chapters offer technical and managerial educational programs and conferences as well

as opportunities for networking.

Member DemographicsA professional members demographics study was conducted recently and the results were 25% of the total

professional members responded:

Mid-management/Non Managerial Level 65%

Sales/Marketing/Consultants Level 15%

Executive Level 15%

Academia Level 5%

Membership Benefits

Membership in AITP provides numerous opportunities to advance your IT

knowledge and business skills to meet the in demand skills of the new IT business

professional.

Exchange real life experiences and knowledge share with your peers.

Resource base of people you can call.

Contribute to the community of knowledge

Participate in seminars, workshops, and conferences.

Communicate with industry leaders, one-on-one.

Keep current with emerging technologies.

Develop your business skills.

Participate in opportunities to develop leadership skills.

Mentor professional and student members.

Receive discounts on products and services.

Show your commitment to the IT profession—provide a voice for the future.

AITP Chicago Value Proposition

Professional Development

“From the Classroom to the Boardroom”

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What’s in it for you??Links to AITP Resources

Association of Information Technology Professionals - http:// www.aitp.org

AITP CHICAGO - http://www.aitpchicago.com

SHARED INTEREST GROUPS (13) - http://aitpchicago.com/SIG

LEARNING INSTITUTE – http://aitpchicago.com/learning institute

EVENTS ( 50+) - http://aitpchicago.com/events/

AWARDS (CIO, IT TEAMS, CISO) - http://aitpchicago.com/awards

LIBRARY - http://aitpchicago.com/Library

PARTNERS - http://aitpchicago.com/Partners

NEWS - http://aitpchicago.com/news

AITP CHICAGO LINKEDIN GROUP(S) - http://aitpchicago.com/AITP-Chicago Linkedin

Classes of Membership

Individual Professional MembershipIndividuals who are or have been employed in the management of information resources

including, but not limited to, managers, staff, sales, service providers, and educators.

Professional Dues for the Chicago Chapter are $185/yr. When renewing your

membership online, there will be an option for multi-year renewals.

Questions? Email memberservices@aitp.org

Enterprise Membership(for Companies Sponsoring 3 or More Members)

Commercial, government, and education organizations by the nature of their business

which use, employ, rely on information technology on a day to day basis to improve

operations and/or provide strategic competitive advantages shall be eligible to become

Enterprise Members of the Association. All Enterprise Member organizations must have

at least 3 AITP members to be considered for an Enterprise membership. All members

within the Enterprise Member organization shall possess the same rights as other

professional members.

Two tiers are offered based on the number of interested employees.

•Tier 1 is for 3-9 employees and is $110/person including local chapter dues.

•Tier 2 is for 10 or more employees and is $100/person including local chapter dues.

AITP Chicago

IT Career perspective; the future demands placed on your career include staying abreast of

technology and having business skills and knowledge to effectively compete in the global IT

profession.

Today’s IT Professional - Understanding this convergence of business and technical skills

AITP is the community of IT knowledge - focused on empowering the IT profession by

evolving its members to their full potential as a Professional

AITP Resources & Opportunities – Network, learn, converge skills and share

Organization Management – National, Region, Chapter leadership opportunities

Membership Benefits – Develop in demand skills of the new IT business professional

Become part of a strong network of IT professionals – with AITP, you have access to

empowering resources and opportunities, and are positioned to achieve your professional

goals.

Invest in yourself, invest in your future - join AITP and experience a world of opportunities...

and Stay Connected!

Professionals make the difference.......To learn more, visit www.aitp.org

Founded in 1951, the Association of IT Professionals(AITP) remains one of the largest professional technology associations in the country.

Visit us at www.aitpchicago.com