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Professional Membership

Why Join AFFIRM Professional

AFFIRM Professional is for industry professionals and emerging leaders who want direct engagement with federal IT decision makers, not just passive event attendance. The membership prioritizes proximity, offering intentional opportunities to build relationships with CIOs, CISOs, and senior leaders shaping government IT.

At $149 per year, it’s priced to fit standard professional development budgets while delivering year round value through access, content, and community. Every membership also supports AFFIRM’s mission, with a portion of dues funding student scholarships and the next generation of federal IT talent.

Benefits of AFFIRM Professional

AFFIRM Professional delivers value whether you attend every event or just a few. Members gain direct access to federal leaders through small group engagement, on demand access to exclusive recordings, and enhanced tools for networking and visibility.

The membership supports career growth through priority job insights, mentorship opportunities, leadership eligibility, and thought leadership exposure. At the same time, every Professional member contributes directly to student scholarships, making this an investment in both personal advancement and community impact.

Features of AFFIRM Professional

AFFIRM Professional is designed to expand over time, building toward a premium membership experience centered on access, engagement, and recognition. The Professional tier will include all Connect features, with additional capabilities introduced on a rolling basis, such as:

  • Small-group Green Room conversations with speakers before select panels
  • Quarterly virtual office hours with CIOs or CISOs
  • On-demand access to recorded panels and briefings
  • Enhanced, opt-in member directory profiles
  • Priority registration for limited capacity events
  • Expanded career and mentorship engagement opportunities
  • Member recognition across events and AFFIRM communications
  • Automatic scholarship contributions with annual reporting

As these features are introduced, AFFIRM Professional will continue to evolve into a high impact membership designed to deepen relationships, increase visibility, and strengthen the federal IT community.

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