Celebrating Volunteers: The Heart of the Global BRM Community
On this International Volunteer Day, we take a moment to celebrate and honor the incredible contributions of our volunteers. 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.
Today, we emphasize the transformative impact volunteers have and their unparalleled passion for business relationship management. Because of their passion, BRM has evolved 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.
Building a Knowledge-Driven Community
Volunteers are the backbone of the BRM Institute’s Online Campus, a shared space where knowledge thrives and connections flourish. When you imagine ‘volunteer,’ who do you see? Do you see yourself? Or do you imagine someone who works long nights and possibly weekends towards something they’re passionate about? The term ‘volunteer’ here at BRM Institute is not restricted to those working after hours, though many exceptional members actively do this. To be a volunteer is to engage in the discourse surrounding business relationship management. Every blog, forum discussion, and collaborative project is a branch of volunteerism. By sharing expertise and experience through the Online Campus, our members have cultivated a culture of learning that empowers professionals not only locally, but worldwide.
This online space is more than just a platform, it is a living, breathing network where individuals pose questions, solve challenges, share insights, and push the boundaries of what BRM professionals can achieve for their organizations. None of this would be possible without the dedication of our volunteers who make our mission to advance BRM practices globally not just a goal, but a reality.
Recent Milestones: A Testament to Volunteer Excellence
From our community of BRM professionals, we’ve seen extraordinary achievements driven entirely by volunteer teams. Among these achievements include three pivotal publications that have become cornerstones for the BRM community:
- Bringing a BRM Team to Life: An Introduction Playbook #1
- Bringing a BRM Team to Life: Plan and Prepare #2
- Bridging the Digital Divide: An Introduction for Technology BRMs
These playbooks, created through countless hours of collaboration and commitment, have provided invaluable guidance to organizations striving to strengthen their BRM capabilities. Whether it’s the foundational strategies for building BRM teams or insights into function-specific capabilities like Technology, these resources exemplify the power of volunteer-driven knowledge sharing.
However, the impact of such efforts extends far beyond publications or interactions within the Online Campus.
Volunteers play a vital role in fostering relationships and bridging gaps across industries, cultures, and regions. In essence, volunteers bring a unique energy to our community, creating opportunities for growth and innovation that might not otherwise exist.
Join Us: Be a Part of the Movement
As we celebrate our volunteers, we also extend an invitation to those inspired by their incredible work. If you’re not yet a member of the BRM Institute, now is the perfect time to join a thriving community. By becoming a member, you gain access to the Online Campus, a wealth of resources, and opportunities to engage with professionals seeking to place people first and revenue last.
For those looking to make a more hands-on impact, we encourage you to reach out.Whether you’re interested in authoring publications, mentoring peers, or participating in community groups, there’s a place for you here.