FISD is the global forum of choice for the financial information industry to discuss, understand and facilitate conversations with key players in the value chain including consumer firms, third party groups and data providers.
SIIA Media supports B2B media companies and their teams across a wide landscape that includes education, networking, awards and recognition, advocacy, and more.
SIIA’s mission is to protect the information lifecycle and help you grow your business. We shape technology and information policies to foster innovation and protect consumer welfare in a digital world.
FISD is the global forum of choice for industry participants to discuss, understand and facilitate the evolution of financial information for the key players in the value chain including consumer firms, third party groups and data providers. It is a dynamic environment in which members identify the trends that will shape the industry and create education opportunities and industry initiatives to address them.
- Best Practices
- A key activity within FISD is the development and advocacy of best practice recommendations (BPRs). The BPRs set a basic standard of consistency and efficiency for industry policies and practices. BPRs represent a consensus resulting from significant discussion and debate of individuals representing a diverse spectrum of FISD member firms
- Working Groups
- In our role as a neutral industry forum, FISD creates and manages working groups that discuss and seek to identify consensus on issues related to financial information. By participating in a working group, you have your finger on the pulse of industry issues.
- Events
- FISD hosts a range of programs globally. Most of the programs are free for members and feature a broad array of content presented in a variety of formats – both in-person and virtual.
- Conferences
- FISD is the proud presenter of the biennial World Financial Information Conference and the annual Asia Financial Information Conference. These conferences are dedicated to exploring and discussing the issues shaping the financial information industry.
- Constituent Groups (Exchanges, Consumers and Data Vendors)
- As an exclusive benefit of FISD, qualified members are invited to participate in the members-only Constituent Groups for their constituency. The Constituent Groups are closed forums used to identify and communicate consensus views within the membership and the financial information industry. These quarterly meetings give members the opportunity to network with peers across geographic lines. Niche firms and larger players can come together to find common ground.
- Professional Development
- FISD promotes career building initiatives for financial information professionals. Job Search Resources - FISD provides links to employment services, job listings and job search tools offered by FISD members.
- Professional Certification
- FISD has worked with senior and experienced practitioners to develop the Level 1 and Level 2 credential exams for financial information industry professionals and testing candidates on the most critical industry knowledge
- Visibility
- FISD offers members visibility to the industry via: speaking opportunities, event and conference sponsorship, exhibiting, outlet for press releases, distribution of white papers and presentations
Ready to learn more about how being a member of FISD can keep you engaged on key issues and help you grow your business? Visit fisd.net.
SIIA Media offers a variety of benefits for B2B media member companies. Each of them is vital. And taken together, these benefits will significantly enhance your visibility, growth, brand equity and overall success.
SIIA Media supports B2B media companies and their teams across a wide landscape that includes education, networking, awards and recognition, advocacy, and more
- Conference
- The Business Information & Media Summit (BIMS) is the industry’s top educational conference for executive managers and their frontline business-unit leaders to keep abreast of industry developments, trends, innovations, policies and emerging leaders. No other event is as effective for building meaningful business relationships, for partnerships and invaluable networking.
- Market Insights
- Access to industry reports and market analysis helping members stay informed about the latest trends, developments, and opportunities.
- Advocacy and Representation
- SIIA Media is a collective voice for our members, and not just within the industry. We're highly effective legislative and regulatory advocates for industry interests, including privacy, AI, copyright, postal concerns, and more. SIIA media is at your side, prioritizing efforts to create a favorable business environment.
- The CEO Council
- This elite group of executives meets quarterly to discuss trends, share strategies, and uncover who’s doing what that’s working.
- Recognition and Awards
- The Jesse A. Neal Awards, B2B media's most prestigious editorial-recognition program, is in its 70th year. The Neals give members the opportunity to shine in the industry and demonstrate best-in-class content creation—in a variety of categories and topics.
Ready to learn more about how being a member of the Associations, Media & Publishing Network can help you grow your business? Visit our siia.net/amp-network.
SIIA provides a unique community for ed tech companies to get noticed, gain knowledge critical to business success, and join together to influence policies that impact our industry. We help members navigate and stay current on education law and policy to respond to the needs of and better serve educators and students
- Promoting Education Technology
- SIIA serves as the key champion for the education technology industry through our advocacy and public affairs efforts.
- Advocating for Investment in Education
- SIIA advocates for increased investment in all levels of education and helps our members track and understand federal investments in education.
- Protecting Children’s and Student Data Privacy
- SIIA supports policies that protect student and child privacy and the security of personal information. We track legislation and regulations to help our members understand privacy and security policies and best practices.
- Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- SIIA helps to advance corporate DEI efforts by sharing best practices. SIIA also supports the inclusion of diverse perspectives to support well-rounded learning across subject areas including history, social studies, and civic education.
- Supporting the Responsible Use of Emerging Technologies
- SIIA works with our members and policymakers to understand the benefits and risks of incorporating emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence in education.
Ready to learn more about how being a member can support and grow your business? Visit our siia.net/education.
SIIA Policy provides direct access to a team of nonpartisan experts specializing in data privacy, education policy, intellectual property, artificial intelligence, competition and cybersecurity issues. Our diverse membership requires us to construct consensus among members and across partisan divides, earning us a reputation as a judicious and dependable broker. Together, we work to maintain a healthy information ecosystem – one that encourages creation, dissemination, and productive use for the benefit of all.
- Information
- Weekly newsletters, monthly summations, and ad hoc alerts keep members informed about policy and regulatory developments affecting the information industry so that members can keep focused on building and growing their business.
- Insight
- Access to a team of nonpartisan policy experts specializing in data privacy, education policy, intellectual property, artificial intelligence, competition and cybersecurity issues. SIIA experts regularly share analysis about the latest developments in areas that matter to member companies.
- Invitations
- Participate in exclusive roundtables and private meetings with government officials, civil society advocates, and industry peers. Receive invitations to host, sponsor, and contribute to public-facing events organized by SIIA addressing critical issues impacting the information industry.
- Influence
- Weigh in on regulatory and legislative proposals around the world through formal notice and comment procedures as well as closed consultations. Participate in multi-stakeholder coalitions and contribute to public campaigns as appropriate.
- Impact
- Direct advocacy to policymakers and legislators, amplifying member voices and that of the information industry as a whole. SIIA professionals serve as ‘boots on the ground’ in Washington DC, providing policy expertise and valuable insider access.
Ready to learn more about how being a member of SIIA can keep you informed on critical policy issues and help you grow your business? Visit siia.net/policy.
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