AIIM Chicago organized a professional development event in 2009 with the goal of benefiting the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) industry and its professionals. They collaborated with other information management organizations to broaden the reach. Top sponsors contributed financially. Industry experts spoke on panels about defining the ECM profession and the roles of ECM and EMR in healthcare. Top consulting firms moderated and highlighted professional development options. Emerging roles in ECM and healthcare like Chief Informatics Officer were discussed. Attendees found it a life-changing and best industry event they had participated in, with excellent information.

1. 10) In a difficult economy, the road to professional development starts with a clear vision Chicago envisioned a program with the intent to benefit the ECM Industry and its professionals.