ISACA stands for Information Systems Audit and Control Association is a world wide association of IS governance professionals. The aim of the Chicago Chapter is to sponsor local educational seminars and workshops, conducts regular chapter meetings, and help to further promote and elevate the visibility of the IS audit, control, and security profession throughout the Chicago area.

The Food and Agriculture-Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Food and Ag-ISAC) provides threat intelligence, analysis, and effective security practices that help food and agriculture companies detect attacks, respond to incidents, and share indicators to protect and manage risks.

The Center for Cross-Sector Coordination is a new kind of partnership – industry-led, multi-sector, and operationally-focused. CXC serves as a trusted government partner to strengthen critical infrastructure protection through shared awareness, tools, relationships, and collaboration.

The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)® is the community of choice for international cybersecurity professionals dedicated to advancing individual growth, managing technology risk and protecting critical information and infrastructure. As a not-for-profit, international organization, ISSA connects you with global resources, including educational forums, publications, and peer interaction opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skill, and professional growth of its members.

Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International is a worldwide not-for-profit community of manufacturing companies, information technology hardware and software suppliers, system integrators, consulting service providers, analysts, editors, academics and students. The combined purpose is to improve business results and production operations through optimized application and implementation of information technology and best management practices.

CFBN’s mission is to leverage the power of the food & beverage industry in Chicagoland to grow the industry and the local economy. We bring industry players together, provide a forum for collaboration and support, and better connect the 4,500 companies in the industry across Chicagoland to drive innovation and growth in the region. We’re like an Industry Association, but with a higher purpose to address big issues like employment, economic development, entrepreneurship, and neighborhood revitalization.

CyberEdBoard is a private, peer-to-peer education and networking community focused on cybersecurity, technology, business processes and risk management. Members are focused on information security, information risk management and cybersecurity initiatives within their respective organizations.