Nominations open on Nov. 12 for open Board positions
Open positions are Vice-President and Secretary. Nominations will be accepted from November 12 - November 30.
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Welcome to our Chapter! Our mission is to engage and support our members and community partners through educational events, mentorship, and networking opportunities. We promote ongoing professional development and certification specific to the standards and practices of the business analysis profession.
The Biggest Skills Gap in Business Analysis Isn't What You Think
The biggest gap facing business analysis professionals in an AI-native world isn't data literacy or AI fluency. It's that practitioners have been trained to resolve uncertainty before acting—and AI-native workflows reward the opposite.
Thinking Is Still the Job: How Business Analysis Is Changing Right Now
As AI accelerates execution, the most valuable business analysis skills are the ones that can't be automated: structured thinking, judgment, and the ability to translate complexity into clarity. What’s really changing in the profession, and why does the human side of analysis matter more than ever?
Why CBAP Certification Is More Valuable Than Ever
Discover why CBAP certification is becoming more valuable in 2026. Learn how it impacts salary, career growth, employer demand, and professional credibility in an AI-driven business environment.
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Access to IIBA's KnowledgeHub
Get instant online access to the BABOK® Guide, actionable, how-to business analysis content, knowledge, and tools including videos, tips, tools, and templates that can be applied to everyday business analysis practices.
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Your IIBA membership not only means discounts to Northwest Arkansas IIBA events, but it also means you can save hundreds of dollars on BBC & other business analysis-related events around the world.
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Bylaw Revisions Passed
There are some Bylaw updates that should simplify Chapter operations.
A great way to get your CDUs and contribute to Chapter success!
Not only is it a way to build up CDUs quickly, volunteering with the Chapter is a fun experience. Check out the options you have and the benefits you can reap!
Open Board Position: Vice President
Get involved and practice your leadership skills! The Vice President Board position is open for nomination. Find out more about the role, and find out how to get nominated.
Board Position Opening: Secretary
Do you have attention to detail and a desire to volunteer? Then the open Board position of Secretary may be just right for you!