Central Iowa Chapter of IIBA®

Presentation download:BuildingaCareerPathinYourOrganization2010-April

Monthly Chapter Meeting

We are honored to have, as our guest, Kathleen Barret, the President of International Institute of Business Analysis.

Kathleen Barret, President, CEO, IIBA^®  

 In June of 2009, Kathleen Barret became International Institute of Business Analysis’s full-time President and CEO after having held the role as a volunteer since the organization’s inception in October 2003. 

 IIBA, a professional association for Business Analysts, focuses on defining and enhancing the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge^® (BABOK^®) and implementing a certification program for qualified practitioners.

With over 25 years of experience in information technology, Kathleen has held many roles including most recently, managing offshore software development work for a large financial service organization.  Her involvement in the field of business analysis began when she was asked to create a centre of competency for BAs for her company.  She is experienced in CMMI and benchmarking, and through her many years of consulting, brings cross industry knowledge to her role at IIBA.

Building a BA Career Path in Your Organization 

For many business analysts, when faced with the question of “What do I want to be when I grow up?” more often than not their question remains unanswered. Until recently, the only sure way for a business analyst to move up the organization was to change roles.  Often, the “natural” next step in the business analyst’s career is a project management role.

 There is hope. With the increasing recognition of the value and contribution of business analysis and the role of the business analyst within organizations, the opportunity to advance through a defined career path exists.

•  What are your Critical Success Factors?
• How big is the Business Analysis opportunity?
• What will your options be in the future?

 IIBA^® is the independent non-profit professional association serving the growing field of Business Analysis. This world-wide organization has chapters in Canada, the U.S. and around the world and encourages members to initiate chapters in their areas to enable networking with fellow BAs from a wide variety of organizations and industries, in a local, face-to-face setting. More information can be found at www.theiiba.org

Location: Principal Financial Group (Corporate One - Auditorium)

Address: 711 High St., Des Moines 50309

Time: Lunch is served at 11:00 AM

         Program starts at 11:30 AM

Cost: Free to members in good standing, $10 for non-members.   We will have a drawing for prizes.

Please enter through the High Street entrance  and check in at the security desk.

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Monthly Chapter Meeting

You make presentations everyday to audiences that might range from one or two people to hundreds.  But are you giving the right presentations to the right people?  Clear goals and a keen understanding of what your listeners want are essential to effective presentations.  Audiences vary in their attitude toward you and your purpose; they may be predisposed to being supportive, indifferent, or even hostile.  Understanding these predispositions allows you to adapt your presentations accordingly.  This talk will focus on these and other issues that are fundamental to successful everyday presentations.

Speaker Biography:

 Mark V. Redmond, Ph. D.

Associate Professor of Communication Studies

Iowa State University

Dr. Redmond has been on the faculty of Iowa State University since 1982 and primarily teaches the introductory and upper level interpersonal communication courses, small group communication, human communication theory, research methods, and a senior seminar.  He has also taught courses in interviewing, leadership communication, and professional speaking.  In addition to his research publications, he is the author or co-author for four college textbooks focusing on interpersonal communication, communication theory and skills, and everyday presentations.

 Dr. Redmond has developed and conducted workshops on a variety of communication issues including team development, employee empowerment, leadership development, problem-solving management skills, and making effective professional presentations.  In addition to training and workshops, he has facilitated organizational self-evaluations and strategic planning. 

When:  Wednesday Mar 24th, 2010

Cost: $10 for non-members at the door, no charge for IIBA members in good standing*.

Where:   Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Iowa
Wellmark Auditorium, 636 Grand Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309-2565

Please register at street level on the corner of 6th and Locust.

Public parking garages available: Grand, Locust or street parking.

Lunch to be served starting at 11:00 AM.  We will have a drawing.

Please complete form below:

*A member in good standing is one whose membership dues are current with both the International chapter and our local chapter.