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SEPTEMBER 2010 Chapter Event

Business Analysis through Improvisation

Presented by: Jonathan "Kupe" Kupersmith

Improvisation is the practice of acting, singing, talking and reacting in the moment and in response to the stimulus of one's immediate environment. Talking and reacting in the moment is the core of what you do as a business analyst. Much of what happens on a project is unscripted. To propel to the senior level of your profession you need to continually improve your creative thinking skills and how you interact and communicate with your stakeholders.
Please join us for This highly interactive and fun session focuses on key improvisation lessons that will help you be a more attentive and flexible business analyst. You will walk away with lessons to help you stay in the present, temporarily suspend judgment, say “Yes, and…” instead of “Yes, but…”, and listen generously.
Session objectives
The ability to think on your feet and keep a conversation moving forward
Learn lessons that will help you establish and strengthen your relationships
Gain confidence and trust in yourself and others
Date and Time:
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
6:15 – 6:30 pm Networking
6:30 - 7:30 Group Discussion
Meeting Fees: $5 (member) $10 (non-member)
Location: US Bank Operations Center 5065 Wooster Rd.Cincinnati, OH 45226
About the Speaker: Jonathan "Kupe" Kupersmith, VP, Brand Development, B2T Training
Kupe possesses over 12 years of experience in software systems development. He has served as the lead Business Analyst and Project Manager on projects in the utility, television and sports management and marketing industries. Kupe was the first president of the Atlanta IIBA chapter. He is a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) through the IIBA and is BA Certified through B2T Training. Kupe is a trained improvisational actor and performed for years in clubs around Atlanta. Now he improvises every day at work and at home. Kupe is a connector and has a goal in life to meet everyone!