January Newsletter
Houston Chapter Meeting
January 8, 2019 at 12:00 PM

Event: Learn The Secrets to finding the right technology career!

Many professionals wander in and out of careers. In Pursuing IT: A Practical Guide for Discovering Your Future Technical Job, you will learn how to discover the perfect technical job. To start we will help you determine if it is time for a change. Then we will walk you through preparing to interview to the follow-up. Finishing with how to start that new job and make the transition successful. Check it out today!
 
Speaker Bio:
Tom Henricksen is an IT career coach that helps technical professionals and teams grow their careers and align with their organization so they develop and advance. He has worked in various roles in technology for over fifteen years. Tom has learned how to develop great IT careers as a coach and consultant for over five years.

Event Details:  event is a webinar

Event Location: on your device
January 8, 2019 at 12:00 PM
Chapter Meeting via Webinar
A Preview of Upcoming Chapter Meetings

February 12, 2019 - Soar to Success Minus the Stress
March 12, 2019 - 7 Secrets to Leading Highly Interactive, Productive Meetings!
April 9, 2019 - Happy Hour networking event
 
Attend our next chapter Webinar -- January 8, 2019.

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Save the date!

BADD event announced for 2019!

Welcome! In coordination with the local Houston IIBA chapter and ASPE, our organizing committee is once again excited to host our second annual Space City Business Analysis Development Day (BADD)! This will be another fantastic opportunity for you to expand your skills set, learn about the latest industry trends, and network with your colleagues. This conference is not just for B.A.'s; Space City BADD is a technical conference for Business Analysts, Project Managers, IT Managers, and anyone else, whether expert or beginner, involved in technology. You will also be eligible to claim up to six CDUs and PDUs for attending. We are so happy to be returning to the greater Houston area!
 
The overall theme of this year's Space City BADD is Evolution in Business Analysis .
 
Based on feedback from Space City BADD 2018 and in an effort to provide deeper understanding into how business analysis continues to evolve, 2 educational tracks are available over the course of the day.

Track 1 - Leading the Technology Revolution  - this will give attendees the opportunity to focus on topics such as DX (Digital Transformation) Programs, DevOps, and Big Data & Data Analysis.

Track 2 - Driving Future Decisions  - this will give attendees the opportunity to focus on topics such as Process and Decision Modeling, Relationship Management, and Working with Executives.

The B.A. role is continuously evolving day by day, and the ever changing requirements and opinions of what a Business Analyst is, has importance in the success of major projects. Enterprises depend on Business Analysts to propel products and projects while connecting team members. This event focuses on the future of the Business Analyst role, while providing educational advancement to those who communicate with Business Analysts every day.

Event Details:   Space City BADD 2019 presented by IIBA Houston Chapter and ASPE

Event Location:  Houston Marriott West Loop 1750 West Loop South Houston, TX 77027

Event Type:  All day event - 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Space City BADD Registration is open! 
If you are interested in speaking at Space City BADD please  contact our organizers .

For more information on group package pricing, please contact  Kyle Anderson  at kanderson@aspeinc.com . 

For more information on how to become a Space City BADD 2019 sponsor, please contact  Kyle Anderson  at kanderson@aspeinc.com .

STAY TUNED AS WE ANNOUNCE OUR FULL PROGRAM!
Spotlight on a Board Member
Houston Chapter -
Board Member


Secretary - Peter Zimmer
Peter Zimmer enjoys being a project business analyst, and has most of his experience in the oil & gas industry since obtaining his MBA from SUNY Binghamton.
He enjoys the challenge of complex, detail-oriented assignments utilizing analytical and design-minded thinking, and advocates team-first/servant leadership, agile practices and visual models and designs on his projects.
 
Besides pursuing, and maintaining, your CBAP certification, Peter feels we have BA professional responsibilities to give back to other BA’s though knowledge sharing and mentoring, volunteer with professional groups such as your local IIBA chapter, and actively practice continuous learning. Recently, he is focused on expanding his agile, design thinking and user experience knowledge.

Thank you Peter for giving back to the Houston Chapter!
Certifications Are Available Through IIBA

Interested in becoming a Certified Business Analysis Professional - CBAP .

Why should I get certified?

There are many good reasons to earn a professional certification or certificate:
 
  • Personal and professional recognition
  • Increased income – 16% average increase in salary if you are certified *Source: Randstad.ca
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Added Value to your Resume
  • 14% growth percentage between 2014-2024 for BA roles *Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

When is the next Study Group?

John Bethke will lead our next study group. The next session starts Fall 2019. Contact us via email .
IIBA offers a Career Action Guide

You can focus on your career objectives in a series of five steps.

  1. Understand: the Business Analysis Competency Model
  2. Evaluate: your Business Analysis competencies
  3. Plan: set goals and determine how to accomplish them
  4. Act: take action and implement your plan
  5. Review: review your progress, re-assess and refine your plan

Unlock your business analysis potential and grow your career and download IIBA's members-exclusive guide. Join IIBA to access this content.
 Become A Volunteer For The Houston Chapter

Houston IIBA is a volunteer-run organization. We are always looking for volunteers to help and to direct the future of our organization. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us .
Welcome To Members & Non Members

Happy New Year from the Houston Chapter Board. We invite you to join us at our chapter events in 2019. Contact the IIBA Houston Board for more information.