Membership

A community of problem solvers with purpose

 

You see opportunities to make things better—for yourself, your organization, and your community. SSINDY Professional Membership connects you with people who share that drive and understand the work it takes to turn a challenge into meaningful progress.Here, your Six Sigma certification is a shared foundation. Our strength comes from bringing different experiences, industries, and perspectives together to solve problems that matter. Whether you want to grow as a leader, improve how your organization works, or serve your community, you have a place to contribute and people to learn alongside.

 

What makes this network different

 

Collective problem solving is at the heart of our community.

You do not have to work through every challenge alone. Bring a question, test an idea, or share a lesson from a project. Fellow practitioners can help you examine assumptions, find root causes, and consider options you may not have seen on your own. You contribute your knowledge while benefiting from the experience of others.

 

We build connections that strengthen an entire ecosystem.

A challenge in one organization may connect to the work of an employer, nonprofit, educator, or community partner. By building relationships across these groups, we can share knowledge, recognize common needs, reduce duplicated effort, and find opportunities to work together. Our goal is to help useful ideas and resources reach the people who can put them into action.

 

We create safe spaces to practice leadership.

You can ask questions, acknowledge uncertainty, practice presenting, and seek feedback without needing to have every answer. We foster respectful conversations where members listen, protect sensitive information, and challenge ideas with care. Leadership grows when people feel supported enough to stretch.

 

We make room for fellowship and belonging.

Fellowship means professional friendship, encouragement, and shared purpose. It is not religious. Members can build genuine relationships with people who understand both the responsibility and the satisfaction of helping others make progress.

 

Who can join?

 

Membership is exclusively for individuals certified as a Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or Master Black Belt by any company, university, or private training agency. Proof of certification is required; you do not need to be a SixSigmaIndy graduate.We welcome purpose-driven professionals who want to apply their knowledge, learn from others, and contribute to stronger organizations and communities. You can participate as a developing leader, experienced practitioner, consultant, mentor, or community-minded problem solver.

 

Membership benefits

 

• Collective problem-solving discussions: Explore real challenges, exchange perspectives, and identify practical next steps with fellow practitioners.

• Leadership and professional development: Continue building skills in Six Sigma application, communication, facilitation, change leadership, and career growth through designated member sessions.

• Networking and fellowship: Build professional relationships through member gatherings and selected SSINDY networking activities.

• Event discounts: Receive member pricing for the SixSigmaIndy Workforce Summit and selected paid workshops and events.

• Leadership package savings: Access member pricing on the SSINDY Advanced Leadership Toolkit and Coaching Package and other designated offerings.

• Opportunities to contribute: Express interest in mentoring, sharing a case study, facilitating a discussion, or supporting community problem-solving activities.

• Professional visibility: Submit your work and lessons learned for consideration in member spotlights, presentations, and SSINDY communications.

• Member updates: Receive news about upcoming sessions, events, collaboration opportunities, and calls for speakers or volunteers.

 

A community strengthened by your participation

 

You bring more than a credential. Your experience, questions, and perspective can help someone else move forward. In return, you gain a network that can support your growth and help you see new possibilities.Members are encouraged to participate with curiosity, respect, and a willingness to share. Speaking, mentoring, and other leadership opportunities depend on qualifications, fit, and availability.Membership provides access to designated benefits. Premium leadership packages, individual coaching, certification training, exams, and some events require separate purchases. Specific benefits, discounts, schedules, and membership fees will be shared before enrollment.

 

Put your knowledge to work with people who share your purpose

 

Your certification gives you tools to solve problems. This community gives you people to think with, learn from, and build alongside.