1. AITP – Chicago Chapter
From the Classroom to the Boardroom
Gary R. Czubak
President, AITP Chicago Chapter
Gary.Czubak@aitpchicago.com
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2. 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

3. 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
Engineering
Telcom Engineering
CircuitOrdering
Service Delivery IMAC
Application Business Enhancements
Systems Development
Application Services Network Services
Business Analysis
Internet
& CTI
BusinesApplications
TechnologyManagement
CSC
PWC
Perot
SAP
Verizon
Microsoft
Google
Etc.
EMC
AT&T
Information Technology Professional
(Top down priorities)
No matter how sophisticated the technology, it still takes people!™

4. 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”

5. 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.

6. 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.
Mission
Core Values

7. 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

8. Organization Management
National 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 Level
The 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 Level
Most 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 Demographics
A 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%

9. 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.

10. AITP Chicago Value Proposition
Professional Development
“From the Classroom to the Boardroom”
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11. 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

12. Classes of Membership
Individual Professional Membership
Individuals 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.

13. 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