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Coming up with a product idea is challenging, but what if your customers could guide you every step of the way? Imagine understanding their needs deeply and prioritizing essential features based on when and how they need them—because they’ll tell you exactly what matters most. Welcome to the transformative world of Design Thinking, a methodology that places your customers at the center of every decision.

Get inspired with fresh, easy-to-implement team-building ideas from Apex leaders perfect for boosting collaboration, morale, and connection in any work setting.

The CBAP® is recognized worldwide as the premier certification in Business Analysis — and earning it is no easy task. One of the most effective ways to prepare is through a study group. In this session, Thea Soehren, CBAP, will outline exactly what you need to know — and what you need to prepare — to pass the exam. Registration for the course will open soon, and attendance at this meeting is required for all prospective students.

Join us for the 17th Gamers vs Cancer: Fortnite Duos – No Build Tournament to support the American Cancer Society, with all details and live streaming on Apex’s Twitch!

Join us for a virtual masterclass on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern. In this powerful session, Shweta Chhajlani will teach you how to elevate your leadership without relying on authority. Whether you’re a Business Analyst or a professional leader, learn how to influence decisions, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and communicate with clarity and confidence. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your influence and leadership skills. Register now!

Explore the top tech trends for 2026—from AI to cybersecurity and discover which skills will be most in demand in the year ahead with CompTIA’s Seth Robinson

Join us for a virtual masterclass on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern. In this session, Scott Ambler will guide you through the essential data skills needed for Business Analysts, particularly for those working with AI-based systems and data-driven teams. Learn the fundamentals of data modeling, agile data management, and how these skills contribute to effective decision-making and corporate AI. Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical insights from a global expert in Agile Data and Modeling. Register now!

Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day by completing 5+ acts of kindness through our Bingo challenge for a chance to win a prize and pay it forward to your favorite cause!

Ready to share your voice? Join our panel for practical tips on finding speaking opportunities, choosing engaging topics, and building confidence to become an impactful speaker.

Join us on Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern for a live session with Taiwo Olatunde! In this hands-on session, learn how Microsoft Fabric and Power Automate enable businesses to turn data insights into real-time automated workflows. Discover how to streamline business processes and trigger actions based on data events. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their data systems and automate routine tasks using Microsoft technologies. Register now!

Join our collaborative study group to prepare for the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA) exams. We offer a structured learning environment, peer support, shared resources, and expert guidance to help you master the BABOK® Guide and achieve your certification goals. This course will be weekly for seven months, February - September. The CBAP is the premier certification for Business Analysts, and the average study time to pass the course is 120-160 hours. You truly get as much as you get involved and lean in! The course is taught by Thea Soehren, CBAP, CSPO, ICP-APO, who contributed to the BABOK 3.0, chapters 9, 10 and the glossary, has been teaching the CBAP, for over ten years. The success of the students who participate in the course and then take the test are very high. This year, this will be the LIVE course, capped at 20 students, and there will be additional groups in various parts of the world who will be in their own classes, but using the recordings of this course. Connect with fellow aspiring business analysts, discuss challenging topics, and build your confidence for exam day.

Do you want to take your Business Analyst skills to the next level? Learn how to lead software testing activities using evidence-based concepts, core principles, and practices to verify the accuracy and efficiency of developed solutions for businesses and organizations? Let us show you how! The Tampa Bay, Florida IIBA Chapter is hosting an all-day workshop on Saturday, February 21, 2026, during which participants will learn how to: Use critical thinking skills to evaluate software requirements and identify and prioritize defects that need technical team support to ensure project success. Utilize different test techniques to write test cases and reports for a variety of business scenarios.

Discover how a Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE) drives governance, innovation, and operational excellence—plus practical steps to build and scale one for business impact.

Join us for a virtual session on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern. Rochelle Tan will guide you through an insightful case study of how a problem-solving workshop helped overcome bottlenecks and unlocked sustainable improvements in business transformation. Whether you're in product management, business analysis, or any leadership role, you’ll gain valuable tools to drive innovation and accelerate improvements in your organization. Register now and take the next step in improving your organization's processes!

Join us for a virtual BA Games / Soft Skills session on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern. In this session, Ashley Snow explores how Business Analysts and Project Managers can work together to balance speed and value by clearly decoupling solution and project domains. Learn how focusing on the right scope ensures teams not only deliver faster, but deliver outcomes that truly matter.

Join us for a Real BA Life session on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern. In this session, Tamara Copple explores how Business Analysis can be scaled down for small businesses without losing impact. Learn how “just enough” analysis helps entrepreneurs and consultants make better decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and focus effort where it matters most.

Join us for a virtual case study session on Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern. In this session, Ugochi Obialo Ekoh explores how Business Analysts can champion sustainability using the skills they already apply every day. Learn how to embed responsible, future-focused thinking into requirements, processes, and stakeholder engagement without becoming a sustainability expert

Join us for a Technical Skill / AI session on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern. In this session, Taiwo Olatunde demonstrates how Copilot in Power BI accelerates data analysis and reporting using natural language. Learn how to uncover insights faster, reduce manual effort, and turn data into meaningful dashboards with greater efficiency.

You may be asked to create a business case to prioritize projects within your organization, propose cutting or deferring initiatives, secure additional resources for an ongoing effort, invest in building a new capability, or determine whether a function should be outsourced. In each of these situations, leadership needs clear, structured justification before committing time, money, or people. Anytime an organization considers dedicating resources beyond what is already budgeted, a business case becomes essential. It is the primary tool for moving an idea from conversation to decision. Without it, requests compete on opinions, urgency, or influence rather than evidence and strategic value. A well-developed business case enables the leadership team to make informed investment decisions by clearly outlining the problem or opportunity, the proposed options, and the implications of each choice. It answers the critical question of what happens if a specific course of action is taken, including the expected outcomes, risks, and trade-offs. Most importantly, a strong business case demonstrates whether the benefits justify the costs and whether the proposed initiative aligns with the organization’s strategy, goals, and priorities. It connects financial, operational, and strategic perspectives into a single narrative that decision-makers can evaluate with confidence. Let us show you how to make the business case.

Many business initiatives fail because processes are not clearly defined. When teams cannot describe how work flows across an organization, misalignment follows, decisions suffer, and projects break down. To address this gap, the IIBA Tampa Bay Chapter, Florida, is hosting a full-day workshop on May 30, 2026. The session will focus on practical business process modeling, using real-world examples to teach best-practice techniques and the effective use of Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN) for both business and IT perspectives.