Cedar Rapids YP Social

Bldg Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Come out and have a drink and some snacks, while meeting other IEEE young professionals in Cedar Rapids area and some of the Section leadership. Guests are welcome, please have them register. Bldg: Meet IEEE hosts outside the 1st Street Door, Big Grove Brewery and Tap Room, 170 1st St SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

PICNIC – COSPONSORED BY TWIN CITIES SECTION OF IEEE AND I&M SOCIETY

Bldg: Pavilion, 12001 Technology Drive, http://www.emerson.com, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States, 55344

(https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/422739) WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 6, 2024 4:00 – 7:00PM (RAIN OR SHINE) WHERE: Emerson Automation Solutions (Pavilion) 12001 Technology Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (http://www2.emersonprocess.com) The Twin Cities IEEE Section and the Twin Cities Chapter of the Instrumentation and Measurement Society invite you to our summer picnic at the Emerson Pavilion. We will serve brats, burgers and chips along with your favorite beverage. This is a free event with a technical program provided by the Talon Robotics team from Eden Prairie and the Green Machine Robotics team from Edina. There will also be plenty of time to catch up with your friends and colleagues. The picnic is open to members and non-members and there is no cost to attend! Feel free to bring a guest and invite colleagues. PLEASE REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. We would like to thank Emerson Automation Solutions for allowing us the use of their wonderful pavilion once again this year for our annual picnic! It allows us to hold this event rain or shine. Stay tuned to this site for any updates. Directions: From 494: Head South on Flying Cloud drive. Take an IMMEDIATE right (West) on Technology Drive (first light). Emerson Process Management will be on your left shortly after passing a Lake (pond). From the parking lot it's a short walk up the blacktop path to the pavilion event center. Bldg: Pavilion, 12001 Technology Drive, http://www.emerson.com, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States, 55344

Careers in Technology Summer Series 2024 – TBD

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423707

TBD - CIT Summer Series Session 5 Speaker(s): Careers in Tech Speaker Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423707

TEMS EXCOM August Chapter meeting

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423268

TEMS EXCOM August Chapter meeting Open nominations for chapter officer positions. - Chapter Chair - Chapter Vice Chair - Secretary - Treasurer Wednesday, August 7 · 6:30 – 7:30pm Time zone: America/New_York Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/msr-nsbz-zxe Or dial: ‪(US) +1 501-991-4092‬ PIN: ‪178 235 992‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/msr-nsbz-zxe?pin=5028249810794 Or join via SIP: sip:[email protected] Agenda: TEMS EXCOM August Chapter meeting Open nominations for chapter officer positions. - Chapter Chair - Chapter Vice Chair - Secretary - Treasurer Open the floor to membership comments or questions. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423268

IEEE Central Illinois Section Free Officer Training and Open Forum

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423378

This free, optional training event is available to all IEEE members and prospective members within the IEEE Central Illinois Section (CILS) and surrounding areas. This session will offer general tips and assistance for anyone wishing to... * Learn about upcoming IEEE events and volunteer opportunities in central Illinois * Run an IEEE technical chapter or a student branch * Create or renew a technical chapter * Create or organize events * Add new officers * Request IEEE email or website services * Report past or future meetings * Contact other IEEE members in our area * Publish or share IEEE-branded materials ...or perform similar tasks. (8th revision) Agenda: * Introduction to the IEEE CILS * Navigating the IEEE Website * Website resources for volunteers, chapters, and student branches * Volunteer Roles Available in 2024 * Volunteer Tools (vTools) * Training via IEEE Center for Leadership Excellence (CLE) * Using IEEE Collabratec to find events and volunteers * Question & Answer session * Open Floor Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423378

IEEE Fellow Activities and Industry Engagement

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/427797

Under Don’s leadership, the IEEE Fellow Committee has planned a full implementation of the BoD approved improvements, particularly specific measures for industry member engagement, particularly on standards development. The IEEE fellow grade is a prestigious recognition by the Institute to a single individual for his or her technical accomplishments, impacting society at large. It commands global acclaim and is a prestigious honor eagerly pursued by individuals worldwide. How do you answer the question then: Am I qualified to be considered for an IEEE fellow, particularly, as a member from industry? What is the best way to prepare a nomination package? And how re your nomination going to be evaluated? This talk by Dr. Tan will provide a unique perspective from an IEEE Fellow Committee Immediate Past Chair's viewpoint. It aims to demystify the fellow nomination and evaluation process. He will discuss, with industry member focus, on recent fellow statistics, nomination package preparation, contribution category selection, and qualification characteristics matrix (e.g., selection criteria) details. A few samples from past successful nominations will be presented and discussed as well. Speaker(s): , Dr Don Tan Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/427797

Lunch and Learn with IEEE Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer Sophia Muirhead

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/425841

Join us for an insightful speech by Sophia Muirhead, IEEE Executive Director and Chief Operations Officer, on the essence of leadership! Gain valuable insights on how to lead with humility, empathy, and respect. Learn to nurture strengths, embrace risks, and foster a collaborative and inclusive environment. Discover the importance of continuous learning and adapting to change, and understand how to balance personal well-being with professional responsibilities. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and drive positive change. Talking Points: ● Unique Leadership Reflections: ○ Personal insights on leadership gathered over many years. ○ Emphasis on the importance of humility and learning from others. ● Core Leadership Values: ○ Humility: Recognizing the value of diverse perspectives. ○ Empathy: Understanding and supporting team members as whole individuals. ○ Respect: Treating everyone with courtesy and dignity, regardless of their position. ● Continuous Learning and Curiosity: ○ Staying informed and adapting to changes in the world. ○ Embracing a mindset of continuous improvement and innovation. ● Collaborative Decision-Making: ○ Involving team members in decision-making processes. ○ Encouraging open dialogue and valuing diverse opinions. ● Nurturing Strengths and Independence: ○ Focusing on developing team members’ strengths. ○ Promoting independence and avoiding micromanagement. ● Embracing Risks and Learning from Failures: ○ Taking calculated risks to drive innovation. ○ Learning from failures and adapting to new challenges. ● Self-Care and Personal Time: ○ Importance of setting aside time for personal well-being. ○ Strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. ● Inspiring and Empowering Others: ○ Leading by example and inspiring others to achieve excellence. ○ Creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. Speaker(s): Sophia Muirhead, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/425841

IEEE RRVS: Aug 2024 Meeting

Bldg: tbd, tbd, Rockford, Illinois, United States

Join us the IEEE RRVS WIE, YP, Life Members Meeting at 6pm. Speaker(s): Tarek Lahdhiri Agenda: 6:00 PM Gathering 8:30 PM Adjurn Bldg: tbd, tbd, Rockford, Illinois, United States

IEEE Nebraska Section – Baseball Social at Werner Park

Bldg: Werner Park, 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, Nebraska, United States, 68046

Join the IEEE Nebraska Section at Werner Park August 15th for a baseball game as we celebrate our membership in IEEE and recognize our members!!! Friends and Family are welcome! Each registrant will receive a ticket for a seat (first 20 registrants guaranteed VIP Club Seats) and a $10 Werner Park Gift Card that can be used for anything on sale at the ball park. We hope to see you there! The Werner Park Promotion for this game is Thrifty Thursday where select concession items are just $3. Registration closes end of the day, August 13. Payment is required to be paid by credit card in advance while signing up. Register as an IEEE member with your IEEE membership number to receive the member discount. Registration costs are: Students - $5.00 Senior Grade, Life Grade, Fellow Grade Members - $5.00 All other Members - $10.00 Guests - $15.00 Electronic event tickets will be e-mailed to registrants for this event and the $10 gift card will be distributed to attendees inside the ball park. See Werner Park map for facility details: (http://www.milb.com/content/page.jsp?sid=t541&ymd=20101004&content_id=15409050&vkey=tickets) Agenda: WHEN: Thursday August 15, 2024 TIME: Gates open at 5:30 and First Pitch is at 6:35 WHERE: Werner Park - 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion NE 68046 Bldg: Werner Park, 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, Nebraska, United States, 68046

Region 4 Virtual Senior Elevation Event

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/422373

Join us for this Virtual Senior Member Reference Review Panels Online interviews will be scheduled for members wishing to elevate by current Senior Members where the Seniors can get to know the candidates in order to act as references for your application. Senior Member Reviewers will assist interested member candidates with at least 10 years of experience in their profession. To sign up for "Review" Time Slot, please register for this event, please send an electronic copy of your resume, and relevant supporting materials (list of papers published, standards work done, patents, senior/leadership positions, etc.) to [email protected] before the event. IEEE membership enhances every stage of your career. Whether you are an established professional or just starting out, IEEE membership identifies you as superior talent. Advancing your member grade can bring added peer recognition to your accomplishments and shows your employer your desire to improve your technical and leadership skills. Senior Membership is encouraged because it is required, in most cases, for key volunteer positions at the IEEE. Benefit of being a Senior Member As an IEEE Senior member, you receive the following benefits: - Recognition: The professional recognition of your peers for technical and professional excellence. - Leadership Eligibility: Senior members are eligible to hold executive IEEE volunteer positions. - Ability to refer other candidates: Senior members can serve as a reference for other applicants for Senior Membership. - Review panel: Senior members are invited to be on the panel to review Senior member applications. - Letter of commendation: A letter of commendation on the achievement of Senior member grade will be sent to your employer (upon your request). The advancement to Senior Member provides the IEEE members with significant and distinct benefits. These benefits include the eligibility to hold Executive IEEE Volunteer Positions and getting recognition of your peers for technical and professional excellence. Newly elevated senior members will also receive an engraved senior member plaque from IEEE. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/422373