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

ServiceWe keep current in technology, business, and academia. We contribute to the Association, IT profession, and society utilizing leadership, appropriate solutions, and sound processes.

IntegrityWe value professionalism and uphold the AITP Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct.

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RespectWe build an inclusive environment through mentoring, delivering on commitments, working together with trust, and enjoying the camaraderie of each other.

InnovationWe 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 OPPORTUNITIESEducationNetworkingLeadershipAdvocacyMentoring

AITP offers PERSONAL GROWTH

What’s in it for Me?

AITP offers a platform to build great leaders:Recognition as an expert in the industryRecognition as an author – publishing worksCareer opportunities through networkingPresentation/Speaking engagement opportunitiesVolunteer opportunities

AITP offers a platform to “Pay it Forward”Leading and supporting teamworkMentoring our next generationsSharing and collaborating to lead the professionCommunity Outreach participation

Tangible Benefits-Discounts and Scholarships

Research Conferences and seminarsOnline IT trainingLeadership trainingHardware and softwarePrinting services Shipping servicesInsuranceCredit cardsScholarships

Robert Half Technology Scholarships at NCCFoundation of Information Technology Scholarships (FITE) for AITP Student Members

Benefits of Membership

White papers and presentationsChapter meetings, Region ConferencesNational Collegiate ConferenceAITP Member SummitISECON / CONISAR (Info Systems Education/Research Conference)

Robert Half Technology InfoCenterMicrosoft Resource CenterInformation Executive e-NewsletterMember directoryDiscussion forumsCommittees and task forcesLeadership opportunities

Classes of Members

Professional – individuals employed in the IT industry

Honorary – 3 typesLifetime – 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.

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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

MembersChapters – Professional & StudentRegionsDistricts - for electing Board of DirectorsBoard of Directors & Executive CommitteeExecutive Director and HQ StaffEducation Special Interest GroupStudent Leadership CouncilAITP Professional Advisory CouncilCommittees and Task ForcesSee the AITP Governance Page at www.aitp.org.

Regions

AITP Membership

2,512 professional members74 chapters506 members in 13 chapters in Region 5

2,417 student members224 chapters in universities and colleges across the United States557 members in 42 chapters in Region 5

“National’s” Purpose

The Umbrella of the ProfessionAdvocacy

Protects our members careers and the IT profession

VisionaryLeads the profession by defining attributes of an IT professional

EducationIncreases the value of IT professionals by delivering programs that enhance their skill sets

LeadershipWe are community of leaders who install professionalism in the industry and hold professionals to ethical standards

SupportWeb 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 ChaptersEvangelists

Helps spread the word about the value of AITP

Support Local ChaptersBrings local chapter leaders together to share solutions

Delivering ProgramsRegion conferences

Developing Leader VolunteersChapter Leadership Workshops and one-on-one assistance

MentorshipTrain and support future industry and association leaders

Chapters’ Purpose

Chapters are the heart and soul of AITPThis is where members see the most value from AITP

Direct contact with local peers and local companies

Face-to-face networkingWithout a lot of travel

Live educational opportunitiesAt very little cost or time

Development opportunitiesHone your leadership skills

Community outreachFor both the local IT and general community

MentorshipSupport of student chapters

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Why Members Joined AITP53% - Networking19% - Programs (meetings)10% - Job Opportunities17% - Other

Why Members Maintain Membership65% - Networking15% - Programs (meetings) 5% - Job Opportunities12% - Other

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Are Reasons for Joining Being Met?72% - Yes19% - Somewhat 7% - No

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Local Chapter Meeting Attendance49% - Attend almost all meetings18% - Attend one to three meetings13% - Attend four or more meetings10% - Unable to attend 2% - Have not yet attended

Twin City Chapter

Serving Bloomington/Normal and Central Illinois

www.twincityaitp.org

2010 AITP Association Outstanding Chapter2011 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)

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Past topics include: Rich Internet ApplicationsCloud as a StrategyTechnology Used in a RestaurantHealthy Dining OutKeys to Email MarketingWindows 7 Phone DevelopmentElectronic Medical ChartsSearch 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

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Support AITP events:Chapter MeetingsRegion and Association EventsAttend the AITP Members SummitNational 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, ChFC2006 AITP Association PresidentAITP Region 5 Vice PresidentRegent: Foundation for Information Technology Education

State Farm InsuranceThree State Farm Plaza South, K2Bloomington, Illinois 61791-0001309-766-3782mark.gilfand.ah3y@statefarm.com