SIM Philadelphia is the premier society for IT professionals and thought leaders. Our value is delivered through multiple networking opportunities, and events, along with education through gatherings, workshops, and forums where practitioners, academics, and consultants collaborate, share knowledge, and experiences. The chapter is proud of its work to improve the community through PHISIM, our sister philanthropic organization and provide a collaborative, high quality, and enriching environment for members.

Networking

a. Network and build relationships with senior and emerging IT leaders, industry experts and thought leaders in the Greater Philadelphia Area

b. Opportunity to gain visibility and build your personal brand in the Philadelphia marketplace

c. Gateway to expand your network nationally through the SIM National Organization with 5000+ members over 40 local chapter communities

d. Exposure to and insights into Philadelphia-centric solution/service providers and resources

e. Helping Members solve their problems

Education/Learning

a. Five local chapter meetings each year in an easy to engage format offering an afternoon seminar, networking hour and dinner presentation

b. Annual Technology Leadership Summit featuring Local and Nationally Recognized speakers and thought leaders

c. Multiple breakfast, lunch, and evening presentations and/or open discussion and networking events

d. Technology and non-technology focused events

e. SIM National Programs and Resources

f. Sponsored events

Philanthropy, Building Community and Fun

a. Multiple opportunities to give back to the community through PHISM - community engagement/outreach/social responsibilities

b. Teen Tech Camp

c. College Scholarships Fund Raiser events

d. Donors Choose Program

e. Tech Impact

Support in Career Transitions

a. MIT - Members in Transition support to find your next role within the Greater Philadelphia Area

b. Exposure to the SIM National Job Board if looking to relocate

c. Access to executive search and staffing firms across the country

Non-Solicitation Environment

a. SIM maintains strict vendor participation protocols focused on providing practitioners a safe and solicitation free environment. SIM's goal is to connect practitioners, vendors, and solution providers together so when you need help you can leverage the relationships made from membership