
Bluegrass Chapter Raffles Five Memberships on July 1
The Bluegrass IIBA Chapter is giving away five one-year IIBA® memberships — a career-changing opportunity for business analysis professionals and aspiring BAs across Kentucky, the Greater Cincinnati and Louisville regions.
The Bluegrass Chapter of the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for business analysis professionals and career-changers in our region. Throughout June 2026, the Chapter will be accepting entries for a raffle to win one of five full one-year IIBA memberships — paid for entirely by the Bluegrass Chapter. The virtual raffle drawing will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM EDT.
This is a rare chance to experience everything IIBA membership has to offer — at no cost to you for your first year. Whether you have been a business analyst for years or you are just beginning your journey into the profession, this raffle is your invitation to join a thriving global community.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the raffle, entrants must meet all of the following criteria:
Business analysis professional or aspiring BA. You must be a practicing business analysis professional (at least as part of your current role) or someone actively seeking to transition into a business analysis career.
Located in our region. Entrants must live in Kentucky, the Greater Cincinnati Ohio area, or the Louisville area including Southeast Indiana.
Not a current IIBA member. This raffle is open to those who are not currently members of IIBA®. Past members whose membership has lapsed, as well as those who have never held a membership, are welcome to enter.
Commit to attending at least six Bluegrass Chapter events. Winners must agree to attend at least six Bluegrass IIBA Chapter their year of membership (2026-2027). With the Chapter offering an average of six events per month, there will be plenty of opportunities to engage, learn, and connect with your fellow members. There is always a remote attendance option for all events, so you don't need to go somewhere to attend.
Commit to renewing your membership next year at your own expense. The Bluegrass Chapter will cover the full cost of your first year of IIBA® membership. In return, we ask that winners agree to renew their membership for the following year at their own expense, continuing to invest in their professional development and the BA community.
Don’t miss this opportunity. Entries are open throughout June 2026.
About the Bluegrass IIBA Chapter
Bluegrass IIBA Chapter serves business analysis professionals across Kentucky and the surrounding region, including Greater Cincinnati and the Louisville metro area. Our mission is to advance the practice and profession of business analysis through education, community, and professional development. With an average of six events per month, the Chapter is one of the most active in the region — offering learning opportunities, webinars, workshops, BA training, networking opportunities, and more.
What Is IIBA Membership?
IIBA® is the leading global association for business analysis professionals. With members in more than 140 countries and over 80 chapters worldwide, IIBA sets the standard for the profession — from foundational knowledge and globally recognized certifications to a worldwide network of practitioners dedicated to advancing business analysis.
An IIBA membership opens doors that are simply not available elsewhere. Here is what winners will receive:
Member Benefits
- Full digital access to the BABOK® Guide, the Agile Extension, the BDA Guide, the POA Guide, and the Business Analysis Standard — the definitive references for the profession
- Access to IIBA’s Digital Library+ with over 25,000 learning resources spanning business analysis, agile, leadership, technology, and more
- Discounted fees on IIBA’s globally recognized certifications, including the ECBA, CCBA, CBAP, IIBA-AAC, and IIBA-CBDA — certifications that can meaningfully boost your career and earning potential
- Access to the IIBA KnowledgeHub with interactive tools including the Career Action Guide and the Self-Assessment Tool
- Membership in a global community of business analysis professionals, educators, thought leaders, mentors, and coaches via IIBA’s Connections platform
- Access to member-exclusive webinars, whitepapers, industry research, and best-practice guides covering digital transformation, agile, emerging technology, and more
- A single global membership that includes access to all 80+ IIBA chapters worldwide — attend events in any time zone, in multiple languages
- Digital badges for your membership and certifications to share on LinkedIn and professional profiles
- Access to the IIBA Career Center with job postings and career development resources
- Member-discounted pricing on Bluegrass Chapter events — the Chapter currently offers an average of six events per month for its community
- The right to vote on the Board of Directors and on other business that comes before the Bluegrass membership — helping shape the future of the Chapter and the profession in our region
How to Enter
Entering is simple. Submit your entry through the raffle entry link below at any point during the month of June 2026. Winners will be selected at random during a live virtual event on July 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM EDT. You need not be present at the drawing to win.
Questions? Please reach out to Patricia Carlin, Vice President, Community Outreach and Engagement HERE