Events

Early Bird Pricing Ends September 25th | Are you interested in Product Ownership Analysis (IIBA®-CPOA) certificate, or just would like to do a deep dive into business analysis for product ownership, then this agile product ownership analysis training opportunity is for you! Bluegrass IIBA Chapter will host a virtual Product Ownership Analysis Study Group for those individuals interested in IIBA®-CPOA certification or learning the IIBA® Guide to Product Ownership Analysis to elevate their career. Bluegrass IIBA Chapter will run the study group for five (5) sessions on Monday evenings beginning on October 12, 2026. This study group will provide 15 Professional Development (PD) Hours for those students seeking IIBA® core certification, and provide a practice exam opportunity for all students. We ask students to begin studying early so it is a good idea to be registered at least one week prior to the first session. Register two weeks prior to the first session to take advantage of Early Bird pricing. Students will be provided with course material. This study group is an instructor-led course by instructors from the Bluegrass IIBA Chapter.

Join us for the RTP-Raleigh October Chapter Meeting, The AI Playbook for Business Analysts. Emal Bariali is a Business Analysis Consultant with two decades of hands-on project execution experience across multiple domains and sectors. He will show business analysts the core principles behind high-performance business analysis and how AI fits into the world of the high performer.

Join Us for Our 2027 Open Board Meeting & Annual General Meeting Kick off the new year with our first meeting of 2027! We are opening this Board Meeting to our entire network to set the stage for an impactful year ahead. Active participation from our Members and Associates is key to driving our Chapter's success in 2027, and we want your voice at the table.

Communicate in a Way You Can Be Heard. Communication is more than what we say—it is what others actually hear, understand, and act on. For business analysts and professionals working across stakeholders, teams, products, and changing priorities, the ability to communicate clearly can directly affect influence, collaboration, and career growth. In a workplace increasingly shaped by AI and rapid change, technical knowledge alone is not always enough to help your ideas stand out or ensure your contributions are recognized.

Beyond “Writing Requirements”: The Real Value of Business Analysis. Business Analysis is often reduced to writing requirements, but that is only a small part of the role. In this session, you will explore the real value Business Analysts bring through thinking, facilitation, and problem-solving. Learn how to better recognize and communicate your impact, and position yourself as a strategic contributor in your organization. Register now to redefine how you see and present your value as a Business Analyst.

The Business Analyst's Role in Sustainability Transformation. Sustainability transformation is no longer solely the responsibility of sustainability or ESG teams. As organisations embed sustainability into their strategies, operations, products, and decision making, Business Analysts have an important role to play in translating sustainability ambitions into practical business solutions.