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Midwest US Chapter

About

The Midwest US Chapter is a regional hub within the CMT Association that connects technical analysis professionals across multiple city-level communities in the American Heartland. It comprises volunteer leaders and members dedicated to advancing technical analysis through locally relevant education and networking. The Chapter supports CMT Program candidates with study resources and fosters professional growth by facilitating in-person events from Chicago to Kansas City. It operates under the Association’s governance framework, ensuring consistent standards and compliance while enhancing regional engagement. This Chapter plays a crucial role in integrating technical analysis into the investment practices of key financial centers in the Midwest.

Mission

The Midwest US Chapter advances the CMT Association’s mission by empowering local volunteer leaders to deliver targeted educational programs and networking opportunities. It upholds values of leadership, regional connectivity, and practical application to strengthen technical analysis in the Midwest’s financial community. The Chapter facilitates collaboration among members, candidates, and institutions to share market insights and support career development. Through consistent governance and resource provision, it ensures high-quality, compliant programming tailored to local needs. By fostering a vibrant professional community, the Chapter enhances the relevance and impact of the Chartered Market Technician® designation throughout the region.
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CriteriaChapterCommunity
Geographic RemitRegulatory Jurisdiction (typically country)35-mile radius with 10 active members or candidates (typically city)
Core Member Engagement ResponsibilityMembers outside formal communities engaged digitallyLocal community meetups create a vibrant, collegial fraternity
Volunteer-led Event/Meetup FrequencyAnnual (proposed 2028 onwards)Quarterly (ASAP)
Advocacy OwnershipRegulators, MediaAcademia, Employers
Minimum Eligibility to VolunteerLevel 3 candidateLevel 2 candidate
Eligibility to be a Chair/Vice ChairProfessional MemberProfessional Member

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The Group Experience
BUILD THE LOCAL HOME OF TECHNICAL ANALYSIS

CMT Association chapters connect charterholders, candidates, and market practitioners in a shared region. Chapter leaders organize local programming, welcome new members, and represent the Association to nearby markets and schools.

Core Responsibilities

  • Steward the CMT Association mission at
    Steward the CMT Association mission at the national level, extending engagement to members and stakeholders beyond individual city communities
  • Lead national advocacy
    Lead national advocacy for technical analysis with regulators, financial media, and institutional employers
  • Provide governance oversight
    Provide governance oversight and leadership for city Communities, ensuring consistent standards, reporting, and volunteer support across the country

Core Activities

  • Engage members and partners outside city Communities through national communications, virtual touchpoints,
    Engage members and partners outside city Communities through national communications, virtual touchpoints, and cross-city initiatives
  • Host annual or flagship Chapter summits
    Host annual or flagship Chapter summits and thematic inclusion campaigns that bring multiple Communities together
  • Meet regularly with national regulators
    Meet regularly with national regulators and financial media outlets to promote recognition of technical analysis and the CMT Program
  • Coordinate and support Community leaders, including scheduling leadership calls, sharing programming templates,
    Coordinate and support Community leaders, including scheduling leadership calls, sharing programming templates, and tracking basic governance and reporting
  • Hire and onboard Chapter-level volunteers
    Hire and onboard Chapter-level volunteers and conduct regular Chapter volunteer meetings to review progress and plan upcoming programs