We are dama minnesotaDAMA-MN is a not-for-profit, vendor-independent professional organization dedicated to strengthening professional practice and advancing the local community of data management professionals. As an affiliated chapter of DAMA International, we promote trusted data management principles, foster knowledge-sharing, support professional development, and help members navigate the rapidly evolving business landscape shaped by AI, analytics, governance, and digital transformation. Through accessible, high-value membership options for individuals, organizations, agencies, institutions, students, and educators, DAMA-MN extends data management learning, shared vocabulary, and professional connection to the people and communities working to make data more trusted, responsible, and strategically useful. |  Powering Data. Empowering People. DAMA Days 2026 Is ComingDAMA-MN is preparing for DAMA Days 2026, a regional gathering for data management professionals, leaders, practitioners, educators, sponsors, exhibitors, and community partners. We are welcoming speaker proposals and inviting sponsors and exhibitors to participate. |
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DAMA-MN members may request reciprocal access to DAMA-Chicago membership benefits, including newsletters, announcements, and free attendance at chapter meetings. | UPCOMING EVENTS Featured Event DAMA Days 2026Join DAMA-MN for DAMA Days 2026, our regional data management conference experience bringing together practitioners, leaders, speakers, and community members for learning, connection, and professional growth.
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Explore the DAMA-DMBOK® The DAMA Wheel: A practical map of the data management professionThe DAMA Wheel provides a visual guide to the major knowledge areas described in the DAMA-DMBOK®, including data governance, data quality, data architecture, metadata, master and reference data, data security, data integration, analytics, and more. It helps professionals, teams, and leaders see how the disciplines of data management connect to trustworthy data, better decisions, responsible innovation, and stronger organizational outcomes. For DAMA-MN members and guests, the wheel is also a useful starting point for exploring professional development, CDMP® preparation, chapter programming, and the shared language of the data management profession. Explore the DAMA WheelFeatured Professional Development Event Walk Around the DAMA WheelJoin DAMA-MN for Walk Around the DAMA Wheel, a guided professional development session led by Carmen Olsen, DAMA-MN Director of Professional Development. This event introduces the DAMA-DMBOK® knowledge areas in a clear, approachable way and helps participants understand how the disciplines of data management work together to support governance, quality, trust, analytics, AI readiness, and organizational value. View Event DetailsLearn. Connect. Apply. A great starting point for members and guestsWhether you are new to DAMA, preparing for CDMP®, leading a data governance effort, or simply looking for a clearer view of the data management landscape, the DAMA Wheel offers a useful foundation. DAMA-MN uses programs like this to help members build shared vocabulary, connect with peers, and translate professional data management concepts into practical action. Become a Member |
DAMA International (DAMA-I) is a not-for-profit, vendor independent association of technical and business professionals dedicated to advancing the concepts and practices for data resource management and enterprise information. DAMA-I is the parent organization of DAMA-MN, and has over 70 chapters and thousands of members throughout the world.