Explore our comprehensive member benefits and discover the full value of being part of this powerful community.

  • Chapter meetings, peer roundtables, and networking events
  • Access to SIM’s national working groups

  • Opportunities to connect regionally and nationally

Connect. Lead. Give.

Why Join SIM Indianapolis?

Whether you’re a senior-level professional, manager, academic, consultant, or business leader, SIM offers a trusted peer network and unmatched opportunities for professional development.

  • Attend monthly chapter meetings, roundtables, and special events that bring together top IT and business minds in Central Indiana.
  • Participate in regional CIO forums and national events like SIM Connect Live—often at discounted member rates.
  • Engage with national working groups, including SIM Women, DigiRisk, and Enterprise Architecture.
  • Build relationships with peers who understand the challenges and opportunities you face in your role.

  • Leverage SIM’s Members-In-Transition Program with resources from top search firms and ongoing career support.

  • Join weekly MIT calls and email groups to share insights, support others, and gain valuable job search advice.

  • Apply for the Regional Leadership Forum (RLF)—SIM’s signature nine-month program designed to transform high-potential IT professionals into authentic, confident leaders.

  • Stay informed through SIM Connect, the national weekly newsletter covering business and IT trends, thought leadership, and chapter news.

  • Access a rich archive of past issues for continued learning.

  • Get involved in initiatives that impact your local tech community—from scholarships and youth outreach to leadership development.

  • Consider advertising in SIM Connect to reach a highly engaged, executive-level audience.

In my private and professional lives, I have joined but a handful of organizations. SIM is one of the best because it offers a variety of opportunities to interact with other professionals in a non-leadership, non-competitive setting. This allows for building relationships founded on shared experiences without the “draw” of having to lead or mentor someone in the moment. As relationships are built, we can encourage and exhort each other to level up our professional (and personal) performance. SIM is a worthy investment of my time.

Marty Dickerson, Director of IT — American Art Clay Co. Inc.

The Indianapolis chapter of SIM has been a great place for me to form trusted relationships that have helped me and my company. We’ve altered approaches, adopted new technologies, and changed processes based on things I’ve learned from others in the chapter. Networking with others that are leading their IT organizations and shaping their businesses has allowed me to be better than I would have been without this brain trust. Being part of the national SIM has also been beneficial and allowed me to form relationships with others beyond the local IT community. This has been the best professional organization for me in my career.

Jerrod Carter, Chief Information Officer — Wheaton World Wide Moving

As a cybersecurity professional, being part of SIM Indy has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Our monthly breakfast meetings provide a unique opportunity to connect with fellow IT professionals in the area, exchange real-world insights, and openly discuss the challenges we face in our roles. I especially value the chance to understand how others balance strong security controls with the demands of IT operations. I’ve gained valuable tips and tricks for working with vendors, managing teams, and adopting new technologies. The group is friendly, collaborative, and always willing to share ideas, making every conversation mutually beneficial. I’ve also been introduced to emerging technologies and enjoyed thought-provoking discussions about industry headlines. SIM Indy is truly a place where relationships and knowledge grow together.

Jared Hamilton, Crowe, Technical Director — IT Assurance Practice

Membership Criteria

SIM’s extensive information and outreach capabilities are directly attributable to its diverse membership. Beyond its focus on IT leadership, SIM membership encompasses various industries, concentrations, and professions. To continue fostering a valuable membership experience, ensuring a high-quality exchange and representative influence, SIM’s membership categories are as follows:

 

A senior-level IT professional employed in either a public or private sector organization, meeting the following criteria:

  • Corporate/divisional head of a corporate or divisional information systems (IS) organization.
  • Member of an IS management staff supporting corporate/divisional IS heads with key management roles, as certified by the head of the organization.

A full-time university or college faculty member who significantly contributes to the IT field.

Leaders at the partner/principal level who influence the direction of their own company or their clients’ companies and directly contribute to the IS profession.

A non-IT executive such as a vendor, recruiter, or leader from another profession significantly impacts strategic IT direction.

*SIM strictly adheres to a policy against marketing or commercial activities.

Member Rates

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Enterprise-Basic

3 Members $975
Non-Profit | 3 Members $690
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Individual

Academic $240
Non-Profit $240
For-Profit $340

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HOW TO APPLY

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    Complete the application form

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    Our Membership Committee reviews your submission

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