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Optimism in Action: How to Laugh, Learn, and Live Fully with Judy Alter “The Optimistic BA”
Feb 10, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Welcome to the Portland Metro IIBA Chapter!
Our mission is to engage and support our members and community partners through educational events and networking opportunities. We promote ongoing professional development and certification specific to the standards and practices of Business Analysis.
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What Mentoring Business Analysts Taught Me About Leadership
Aspiring to grow in my role as a senior analyst, I took on mentoring junior analysts in the team. This article shares lessons learned about documentation, strategic thinking, managing without authority, and teaching analysts to push back constructively.
Enabling Confidence: Preparing Business Analysis Professionals for What’s Next
IIBA’s 2026 initiative, Enabling Confidence, is a transformative campaign designed to empower business analysis professionals. This blog introduces the initiative’s focus on building confidence through certification, knowledge, connection, and insight.
Common Pitfalls That Make Retrospectives Ineffective
This article explores the key elements of effective retrospectives and highlights common pitfalls that can undermine their value, along with their impact on teams.