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Essential Reading for BRMs in 2025
In honor of BRMWeek, we’re celebrating the collective wisdom and shared experiences of Business Relationship Managers worldwide. BRMs from the community have come together to share their top book recommendations—titles that have guided their personal and professional growth, inspired new ideas, and helped them build stronger relationships. These books are more than just pages of advice; they represent real stories of impact and learning from professionals like you.
Top BRMs 2025
The global BRM community is recognizing the top BRMs that have achieved success through their BRM efforts, strengthened the global BRM community and BRM discipline, enriched lives through excellence in BRM within their organizations, and/or contributed to the community on a local, national, and global level.
Texas A&M University is Unlocking Career Success with IT Service Management and BRM
We know that early-career adoption of Business Relationship Management principles can be game-changing. Students who embrace BRM competencies during their time at Texas A&M are better prepared to influence decision-making processes, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and deliver IT solutions that align with organizational objectives.
Meet Brandon Reese at the Indianapolis, IN World Tour Stop!
This workshop agenda will include Understanding Business Relationship Management, the BRM Accelerator Assessment, AI and BRM and so much more. Each regional area offers a unique agenda to meet the needs of the community, “Our goal is to meet people where they are” says Marleen LaMont, BRM Institute Director of Community. “These are all about addressing the challenges and opportunities that resonate most with BRMs in each area. It’s a chance shape the future of the BRM community.”
Your Voice Inspires: Become a BRMConnect Storyteller
As a storyteller, you bring your unique perspective to the stage, offering lessons and ideas that can spark meaningful conversations and inspire action. By sharing your journey, you contribute to the larger BRM community, helping others grow in their roles and fostering a deeper understanding of the impact of relationships in business. Whether it’s a breakthrough initiative, a challenge you overcame, or a lesson learned through collaboration, your story could be the spark that others need to take their BRM practice to the next level.
No More Ticket Trouble: BRMs Break Free from Tactical to Strategic
Let’s talk about the magic that happens when IT and business come together. The Business Relationship Manager (BRM) is the ultimate connector, bridging the gap between technology, HR, finance, and overall business goals. Yet, despite how essential this role is, many organizations struggle to fully harness the potential of their BRM Capability. Often, the role is seen as more tactical than strategic, and BRMs are pulled into daily operations, which makes it difficult to elevate them to the strategic level they were meant to achieve.
For example, we’ve recently heard from an organization who’s BRM team was caught up managing help desk tickets- simply because their roles were misunderstood. This is a perfect example of how BRMs can get bogged down in the minutiae, leaving little time or energy for the big picture work that drives REAL business value.
Cheers to a Bright 2025 Ahead!
As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect with immense gratitude on a year filled with growth and community. We’re embracing the year ahead with confidence, purpose, and the shared vision of a world where meaningful connections drive the future forward. Cheers to a remarkable 2025 ahead!
Celebrating Volunteers: The Heart of the Global BRM Community
Volunteers are the backbone of the BRM Institute’s Online Campus, a shared space where knowledge thrives and connections flourish. Today, we emphasize the transformative impact volunteers have and their unparalleled passion for business relationship management. Because of their passion, BRM has transformed tremendously over the last decade, and through future collaborations, we will continue to see business relationship management evolve as a necessary pillar within every organization. As the lifeblood of Business Relationship Management Institute, volunteerism not only enriches our single global BRM community of knowledge but also sets a remarkable example of dedication, passion, and collaboration.
Achieving GOAT Status, Top BRMs
In the world of Business Relationship Management (BRM), excellence is not just an aspiration—it’s a way of life. Top BRMs, those who consistently lead with vision, innovation, and collaboration, are the backbone of successful organizations. These professionals do more than manage relationships; they drive business outcomes, align strategies, and deliver long-term value to business partners.
Speak with Purpose, Partner with Impact
Language is more than just words—it’s a powerful tool that shapes interactions, molds partnerships, and builds trust. Purposeful language reinforces the commitment to collaboration, signaling respect and dedication to long-term success rather than short-term gains. By consciously choosing words that uplift and empower, BRMs can cultivate environments where trust thrives, solutions are co-created, and innovation is driven by shared purpose.
2024 BRMConnect: Connection, Confidence, and Innovation
The 2024 World BRMConnect Conference was a whirlwind of connection, learning, and inspiration! From the moment we gathered, the atmosphere was electric with excitement. We laughed, talked, learned, and yes, we even cried. We heard from leaders at Mayo Clinic, LUMA, NASA, HUB International, Nestlé, The City of Hamilton, and many others, who shared their journeys in building and growing BRM teams. These stories illuminated the transformative impact of BRM across industries, from space exploration to bringing light and energy to Puerto Rico.
The 2024 Global BRM Community Excellence Award Winners
We are excited to announce this year’s Global Excellence Award Winners, the most prestigious awards within the BRM community. Recipients of this year’s awards were nominated by their peers for outstanding positive impact to the BRM community. Please join us in celebrating them at the 2024 World BRMConnect Conference!
The Top Ten Reasons to Attend BRMConnect
BRMConnect is not just a conference; it’s an experience that brings together the brightest minds and the biggest legends in the BRM industry. Attendees have the opportunity to learn from top BRM leaders, gain actionable knowledge, and stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in the field. Additionally, the event offers a chance to earn valuable CPDs, ensuring that your CBRM credential remains current. Set in the beautiful and culturally rich location of Puerto Rico, BRMConnect 2024 promises to be an unforgettable event that combines professional growth with an enriching experience.
Celebrate World #BRMWeek
World #BRMWeek which honors all of the work you do for your organization week-long celebration of all things BRM! Want to take part in the festivities worldwide? Take a look at the week of events we have planned for you and your team!
Expanding Horizons for Professionals Worldwide: The BRMP® Textbook Now Available in 5 Languages
As the demand for Business Relationship Management continues to grow worldwide, these translations empower practitioners everywhere to enhance their skills and contribute to the global exchange of best practices. Recognizing the increasing need for BRM expertise, we are committed to continuing our translation efforts, ensuring that valuable insights and strategies are accessible to all, no matter where they are located.
Ensuring Ethical AI
On the onset, we’ve found that it’s virtually impossible to take on the responsibilities of product/project managers while taking into account everything that could have a negative impact or considering potential blind spots. The nature of AI product development and AI project implementation is highly iterative, making highly challenging for PMs who drive these cycles, to also monitor risks, impacts and blind spots.
The Neuroscience of Trust
Building trust is a dynamic process that requires intentional effort. It begins with fostering open and transparent communication, creating psychological safety, and demonstrating consistent behaviors that align with trustworthiness. Leaders who prioritize building trust invest in interpersonal connections, actively listen to their team members, and consistently honor their commitments. By doing so, they create a positive feedback loop wherein trust flourishes, and relationships deepen.
Mastering Your BRM Toolkit….. On Demand!
On April 24, 2024, the single, global BRM community came together for a powerful virtual event that offered essential learning for professionals at all levels.
This exciting event, Mastering Your BRM Toolkit, offered with a range of workshops which covered topics like how to utilize the RSOAP, value documents, Growing Relationship Maturity and much more. Attendees had the opportunity to experience a live Q&A with presenters and tap into expertise & knowledge to needed to start applying these tools to their own practice.
If you couldn’t attend this event live….we’ve got great news for you!