Membership Types
CIECA offers four different types of membership based on the nature of the members business and the intended use of CIECA standards. The type of membership determines which benefits a company receives. Membership Types are combined with a Membership Tier to determine the company's Membership Dues.
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Corporate - Technology
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Software and IT companies that create and sell software products. Intended for companies that derive revenue from the sale and servicing of commercially available software products. |
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Corporate - Non-Technology | Companies that derive revenue through the sale of products / services other than software or technology services. |
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Association | Industry Associations |
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Individual | For individuals who wish to be a part of and financially contribute to CIECA. |
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Participation
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Participate in any and all meetings
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Involve an unlimited number of employees
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Initiate new CIECA Project Proposals to address specific needs
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Chair a Committee (subject to vote)
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Access to members-only website
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Vote on Committee Work Product
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Governance
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Serve on Board of Trustees
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Nominate candidates for Board of Trustees
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Vote on Board of Trustees
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Promotion
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Use the CIECA Logo
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Speak on behalf of a CIECA Committee at conferences
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Receive link from CIECA to your homepage
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Receive recognition in CIECA press releases
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Submit quotes for CIECA press releases
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Briefings
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Schedule private briefings with CIECA executives to align your strategies and Committee participation
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Intellectual Property
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Right to use CIECA’s IP in their business
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Right to license CIECA’s IP in products/services
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Certification to Standards
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