Join Our Community
Experience the benefits of becoming a member and connect with industry leaders.
Local Programs
SIM New York Metro provides ample opportunities to engage with peers as well as the broader local technology community.
Monthly events provide opportunities to make new connections, re-connect with old friends, and learn about timely topics from prominent speakers and lively peer discussions
Our award-winning outreach program organizes in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities to help develop the next generation of leaders
Explore more focused topics in special interest groups like SIM Women NY, plus many informal groups in areas like startup advising and investing and various specialized industries
Our members-only online community provides a safe space to engage with one another online
Leadership
There is no better way to continue your leadership journey than to be a leader in a community of leaders.
SIM New York Metro provides numerous leadership opportunities for members to volunteer on committees and to serve on our board. Getting involved in running the chapter is the best way to build trusting professional relationships with other leaders.
Volunteer on our programs, outreach, marketing, membership, or partnership committees
Get involved in SIM Women NY or any of our existing special interest groups
Or start a new program or special interest group!
Professional Family
Employers change, but your SIM New York Metro family will always be there for you when you need it. As with any relationship, your SIM relationships need to be developed and nurtured. If you put in the effort to do so, you can count on your SIM family to support you, whether you need advice, introductions, qualified candidates to hire, or a new role for yourself.
SIM's Members in Transition (MIT) group has a weekly call every Thursday @ 8:00 am EST. You don't need to be in transition to participate. You can offer support, share roles, and even hire team members! SIM members can join the private SIM MIT LinkedIn Group for details on how to join the call.
National Programs
SIM New York Metro is part of a national organization consisting of 36 chapters with more than 5,000 members, who are collectively responsible for $ several hundred billion in annual technology spending and who oversee the work of hundreds of thousands of technology professionals around the world.
SIM National provides a broad ranges of programs and resources that are available to all chapter members including:
SIM Leadership Institute offers leadership programs for every stage in your career
SIM Foundation is a 501(c)(3) philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting STEM education
SIM Women promotes communication, mentorship, leadership, and career development for women
Advanced Practices Council is an exclusive research and networking program for senior technology executives to learn from thought leaders around the world
And many more!
Pricing
We offer flexible membership plans for individuals and enterprises in the private, public, and non-profit sectors.
Membership FAQ
Find answers to frequently asked questions about membership, eligibility criteria, application process, and renewal procedures.
Our community consists of senior executives who play a significant role in the development, purchasing, or adoption of technology. SIM New York Metro welcomes senior professionals, board members, investors, academics, consultants, and other leaders in technology and business. Members usually have job titles of director, vice president, or above.
Technology vendors are a critical part of our community! If you are in a qualified role, as described above, you are welcome to join as a member.
However, we hope that you also see the value in your company supporting us as a sponsor!
One exception is if your reason to join our community, regardless of your role or job title, is to gain access to our community so that you can sell products or services to our members. If this is your motivation for joining our community, we will warmly welcome you as a sponsor.
Our membership year is January 1 - December 31. Membership renewals are available on our website from October 1 - March 31. Just log in to your account when membership renewals are available; and follow the renewal instructions.
Note that if you join after July 1, your first year of membership will expire on December 31 of the following year.
Yes, you will receive an invoice for your membership dues. Many companies reimburse for SIM membership dues, as well as event and program costs.
No, membership dues are not tax deductible. SIM New York Metro is a non-profit 501(c)(6) professional association; so membership dues and program and event fees are not tax deductible.
However, donations to SIM Foundation, which is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, are tax deductible.