Sections Congress 2020
Top 3 Recommendations
In an effort to continue forward with the recommendation process for this year, the 2020 Recommendation Process was held virtually. The event consisted of two sessions, held on 1 September and 15 September. The event focused on the recommendation process and voting. It also included additional content related sessions and activities.
Recordings and materials from the two sessions are available in the IEEE Center for Leadership Excellence (CLE). Please note, you may be prompted to log in with your IEEE account first.
#4 Create a 3-5 multi-year IEEE membership fee structure with discounts
This structure would benefit IEEE by ensuring that the members stay with IEEE for a longer period. The structure would also greatly benefit members by providing options for more cost-effective membership. Other professional societies have been exercising multi-year membership fee structures which have proven to be highly effective and successful.
#10 Provide continuing education to provide true value added for working professionals
Present short courses on emerging technical topics including a documented certification, including professional development hours. To increase member retention, offer 3 courses per year to each member. Additionally develop online presentations similar to TED talks on engineering topics.
#8 Provide resources to Sections to serve industry professionals and engage with local industries
To better serve industry professionals, IEEE to provide industry seminars including technical presentations, opportunity to earn professional development hours and networking opportunities. IEEE also to provide structural resources such as a Customer Relationship Management platform to track local industry contacts and training to engage with local industries.