SIM Leadership Institute

The SIM Leadership Institute is a progressive leadership development pathway for technology executives. Wherever you are in your leadership journey, SIM will take you further. Some programs are designed for our members at the executive level, while others are ideal for developing the technology leaders on your team.

IT Management & Leadership Professional

Ideal for Your Team Members

In partnership with the SIM Leadership Institute, the ITMLP® class is delivered to help IT managers become more effective leaders.

IT Management & Leadership Studies

Ideal for Your Team Members

12-week program designed to enhance current job performance and accelerate the upward mobility of current IT Managers and Directors.

Rising Leader Forums

Ideal for SIM Members or Their Team Members

An immersive, in-person learning lab that shapes rising talent into confident leaders of hearts and minds.

Executive Leader Forum

Ideal for SIM Members

A high-caliber space for leaders building the confidence, strategic clarity, and peer community that define exceptional executive presence.

Advanced Practices Council (APC)

Ideal for SIM Members

An invitation-only executive forum for enterprise CIOs and C-suite leaders focused on enterprise-level strategic collaboration.

SIM CAPITAL AREA

Programs & Experiences

Connect, learn, and grow alongside fellow technology leaders. From peer-driven discussions and professional development to social gatherings and community experiences, SIM Capital Area offers year-round opportunities to build meaningful relationships and stay engaged.

SIMCAC Programs & Experiences

Ongoing programs and experiences for members

Connect with technology leaders through learning, shared experiences, and community. Explore SIMCAC’s ongoing programs and recurring events to find your way to get involved.

Tech Tonic Series

In-person experiences for members

Connect with fellow technology leaders through facility tours, leadership discussions, and social experiences. Each gathering offers a fresh way to learn, exchange ideas, and build relationships.

Coffee Chats

One-hour morning Zoom, held every other month

Start your morning with an informal conversation among fellow SIMCAC members. Exchange ideas and perspectives on timely topics spanning technology, AI, talent, leadership, and more.

Evening Zoom

One-hour virtual learning sessions typically held monthly

Hear from guest speakers and peers through panels and interactive discussions. Sessions explore technology trends, cybersecurity, leadership, digital ethics, and other real-world challenges.

Applied AI Special Interest Group

One-hour virtual sessions, held every other month

Move from AI exploration to practical implementation through candid peer discussion. Members exchange insights on strategy, governance, use cases, adoption, and lessons learned.

Book Club

One-hour virtual discussions held every six weeks

Explore thought-provoking books at the intersection of technology, leadership, and strategy. Connect ideas to real-world experiences through thoughtful, low-pressure conversation with fellow members.

SIM Capital Area Enclave®

Complimentary quarterly dinners limited to 15 participants

Join CIOs, CTOs, and CISOs for candid conversation in an intimate setting. With no speakers or sales pitches, Enclaves center on trusted peer relationships and meaningful dialogue.

Buddy Program

Personalized onboarding and connection for new SIMCAC members

Get connected from the start with support from an experienced SIMCAC member. Navigators help new members explore chapter opportunities, make introductions, and get more from their membership.

Member Appreciation Dinner

Annual in-person celebration typically held in the first quarter

Celebrate the people who make SIMCAC a community at this annual gathering. Members and guests enjoy an evening of dining, conversation, connection, and special experiences.

Charity Golf Outing

Annual ticketed event with sponsorship opportunities

Join technology leaders, sponsors, and community partners for a day of golf and giving back. The scramble-style tournament welcomes all skill levels while supporting community outreach.

Holiday Social

Annual in-person evening celebration held in December

Celebrate the year with fellow members and eligible prospective members. Reconnect, welcome new faces, and recognize the relationships and contributions that make SIMCAC a community.

SIM National Members in Transition

The Members in Transition (MIT) program was developed to assist SIM members navigating a career transition by providing a trusted forum to share leads, opportunities, and advice. This program is open to all members for interactive collaboration — whether you are in transition yourself or looking to support others.

SIM National hosts weekly MIT calls across three regions. Sign in to your SIM member profile at simnet.org to view access details and meeting links.

  • EAST: Every Thursday at 8:00 am ET
  • WEST: Every Tuesday at 12:00 pm PT
  • SOUTH: Last Monday of the month at 12:00 pm ET