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Join the Bluegrass IIBA Chapter for an engaging lunch hour focused on enhancing your business analysis toolkit! Our expert-led session will feature a hands-on demonstration of a practical BA technique you can apply to your work immediately. Transform Complex Business Processes into Clear, Actionable Models | Join us for an engaging Lunch 'n Learn session where you'll discover how to leverage Process Modeling (BABOK Guide 10.35) to bridge the gap between complex business operations and stakeholder understanding. Whether you're documenting current state processes, designing future state solutions, or communicating process improvements, this session will equip you with practical techniques and real-world insights. Presented by: Bill Powers, CBAP, AAC, CBDA, Senior Business Analyst | Wednesday, September 10, 2025; 12:00 PM EDT | Virtual presentation | Hosted by Bluegrass IIBA Chapter

What You'll Gain:

  • Master Essential Process Modeling Techniques - Learn when and how to apply different modeling approaches, from high-level workflow diagrams to detailed process maps that drive meaningful business change.
  • Enhance Stakeholder Communication - Discover how visual process models can transform abstract business concepts into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences—from executive leadership to operational teams.Discuss strategic applications in business analysis.
  • Accelerate Requirements Elicitation - Explore how process modeling serves as a powerful catalyst for uncovering hidden requirements, identifying process gaps, and facilitating productive stakeholder conversations.
  • Build Your BABOK Expertise - Deepen your understanding of this critical business analysis technique and its practical applications in today's dynamic business environment.

Bring your lunch and your questions! Our interactive format ensures you'll walk away with actionable insights and practical knowledge of a useful business analysis technique.

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your Business Analysis toolkit!

Why Attend:

Led by Bill Powers, a seasoned business analysis professional with CBAP®, IIBA®-AAC, and IIBA®-CBDA certifications, this session combines BABOK® best practices with proven field experience. As President of the Bluegrass IIBA Chapter, Bill brings both theoretical knowledge and practical wisdom from years of successfully implementing process modeling in real-world scenarios.

Perfect for business analysts at all levels—whether you're new to process modeling or looking to refine your approach, you'll leave with actionable techniques you can implement immediately.

 

IIBA® CDU Credit: You will earn 1.0 Continuing Development Unit (CDU) by attending this event live. CDUs are continuing education credits to retain an existing IIBA Certification (CBAP, CCBA, AAC, CBDA). You may claim your CDU under Professional Development, with event type of Chapter Event.  

PMI® PDU Credit:  You will earn 1.0 Professional Development Unit (PDU) by attending this event live. PDUs are continuing education credits to earn a new or retain an existing PMI certification. Read the PMI PDU page for more information on PDUs.  
 

Presented by: Bill Powers, CBAP, AAC, CBDA, Senior Business Analyst

Bill Powers is a Business Analyst at Cincinnati Insurance Companies. He is a highly accomplished, innovative and team spirited professional with several years of experience in Business Analysis, Project Management, Client Service Management, Operations and Benefit Administration. Bill has experience in Data Analytics, Operation Efficiency, Project Implementation, UAT and QA testing efforts. Bill was born and raised in the Northern Illinois suburbs and relocated to Louisville, KY with wife Andrea, son William and daughter Alison. Bill obtained his Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®) certification in October 2018, his Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA®-AAC) in March 2021, and his Business Data Analytics Certification (IIBA®-CBDA) in June 2023.

 
 
   

 

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