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Minneapolis Community

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The Minneapolis Community is a regional network of technical analysts and Chartered Market Technician® (CMT) candidates focused on the Upper Midwest. It facilitates local, in-person events that promote rigorous technical analysis education and professional networking. The community supports career development through study groups, outreach to universities and employers, and the application of disciplined CMT methodology across diverse regional industries. It operates as a volunteer-driven hub aligned with the broader goals of the CMT Association to uphold the standards of the CMT Program locally.

Mission

The Minneapolis Community advances the professional growth of technical analysts and CMT candidates through regular educational events, peer networking, and targeted outreach. It fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity and professional rigor by connecting members with local industry and academic partners. The community values inclusion, collaboration, and adherence to the disciplined principles of technical analysis. By maintaining transparent governance and supporting candidate success, it ensures consistent delivery of quality programming aligned with CMT Association standards. Ultimately, the community strengthens regional expertise and contributes to the global recognition of the CMT designation.
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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
ADVANCE A SPECIALIZED CORNER OF TECHNICAL ANALYSIS

CMT Association communities are interest-driven groups that explore a specific topic, technique, or market niche. Community leaders curate content, host discussions, and connect members who share a professional focus.

Core Responsibilities

  • Member engagement — Foster a vibrant local culture
    Member engagement — Foster a vibrant local culture of connection, learning, and camaraderie among all members and candidates in the community's geography
  • Candidate support — Champion
    Candidate support — Champion the success of CMT Program candidates through peer encouragement, study support, and local resources
  • University outreach — Build
    University outreach — Build and maintain relationships with local universities and business schools to grow awareness of technical analysis and the CMT designation
  • Employer advocacy — Connect
    Employer advocacy — Connect with local employers to advance recognition of the CMT designation and create professional development pathways for charterholders
  • Thematic inclusion — Advance
    Thematic inclusion — Advance the local presence of CMT Association's thematic initiatives, including Women in Technical Analysis, Global Black Caucus, and Dual Charter Initiative, through programming and awareness within the community
  • Volunteer activation — Cultivate a pipeline
    Volunteer activation — Cultivate a pipeline of engaged local volunteers who contribute to the community's mission and grow into broader Association leadership

Core Activities

  • Community events — Host
    Community events — Host in-person meetups at least once per quarter to bring members, candidates, and prospective members together
  • University information sessions — Conduct presentations at local universities
    University information sessions — Conduct presentations at local universities and business schools to introduce students to technical analysis and the CMT Program
  • Academic Partner stewardship — Serve
    Academic Partner stewardship — Serve as the local point of contact for institutions in CMT Association's Academic Partner Program, maintaining ongoing engagement and supporting program objectives
  • Employer connection program — Organize outreach
    Employer connection program — Organize outreach to local employers highlighting the value of the CMT designation and technical analysis expertise
  • Thematic programming — Coordinate local events
    Thematic programming — Coordinate local events and initiatives that support Women in Technical Analysis, Global Black Caucus, and Dual Charter Initiative objectives within the community
  • Candidate and new member welcome — Provide orientation
    Candidate and new member welcome — Provide orientation and peer support for CMT Program candidates and newly admitted Affiliate and Professional Members in the community