DAMA Puget Sound upcoming events

CDMP Certification Study Group (May 06, 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Become a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
CDMP Study Group - Free for Members - $200 for non-members

Are you ready to strengthen your data management foundation and earn a globally recognized certification?

DAMA Puget Sound is excited to offer a CDMP Online Study Group Review Series, designed to help you confidently prepare for the Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) exam. Led by CDMP-certified practitioners, this guided series brings structure, accountability, and expert insight to your certification journey.

Registration now CDMP Study Group

WHY CDMP?

Globally recognized credential aligned to the DAMA Data Management Body of Knowledge
Career-boosting signal for recruiters and employers
A shared language and framework for succeeding in data governance, architecture, quality, analytics, and more

“I gained both the big picture and the detailed knowledge needed to succeed in data projects. Some recruiters actively search for certified professionals.”
— Evgeniya Markova, CDMP

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Data practitioners with 6+ months of experience (helpful but not required)
Professionals working in data governance, architecture, analytics, BI, ML/AI, data science or technical professionals
Anyone ready to formalize their expertise and stand out in the field

PROGRAM TIMING

Kickoff: April 29, 2026 – Orientation, logistics, and exam strategy
Weekly Review Sessions: May–June 2026
Bootcamp: June 6, 2026 – Pre-exam intensive review
Optional Exam Event: June 7, 2026 (or take the online exam on your own schedule) - Exam Fees - $11 for proctor and only pay $300 exam fee if you pass

WHAT’S INCLUDED

6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Facilitated by CDMP-certified leaders
Aligned to DMBOK® Second Edition, Revised
Access to recorded study sessions from the 2025 series
Optional Pay-If-You-Pass CDMP Exam Event (added fee)

WHAT DOES IT COST?

Study Group Costs
- Free for DAMA-PS members
- $200 for non-members (Become a member and save)
- Includes access to recorded 2025 study sessions for members @ https://dama-ps.org/presentations
- 6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Study Materials Costs
- DAMA-DMBOK® Manual (discount for DAMA-PS members)
Exam Costs (Optional)
- Proctor Fee $11
- Exam Fee - $300 - Pay-If-You-Pass June 7 event (Pay Only if you pass)

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

Each review session focuses on high-weight exam domains as given below. Prepare for the sessions by reading assigned materials and watching content videos at https://dama-ps.org/presentations:

Kickoff - 04/29/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) - Preview, logistics, Q&A
Review 1 - 05/6/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Introduction, Data handling ethics, Data Governance (11%), Data Architecture (6%), Data Storage and Operations (6%)
Review 2 - 05/13/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Modeling and Design (11%), Data Security (6%), Data Integration and Interoperability (6%), Document and Content Management - Part 1 & 2 (6%)
Review 3 - 05/20/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence (10%), Data Science, Big Data (2%), Reference and Master Data (10%)
Review 4 - 06/03/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Metadata Management (11%), Quality Management (11%)
Boot Camp - 06/06/2026 (10:00am - 12:00pm) - Intensive Pre-Exam Review
Exam - 06/07/2026 Pay-if-you-Pass Exam Event (The exam is open-book, 100 questions, 90 minutes). Note: taking exam is optional, separate registration required.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Join us for a structured and supported path toward your CDMP Certification. Space is limited so Register today

CDMP Certification Study Group (May 13, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Become a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
CDMP Study Group - Free for Members - $200 for non-members

Are you ready to strengthen your data management foundation and earn a globally recognized certification?

Registration now CDMP Study Group

WHY CDMP?

Globally recognized credential aligned to the DAMA Data Management Body of Knowledge
Career-boosting signal for recruiters and employers
A shared language and framework for succeeding in data governance, architecture, quality, analytics, and more

“I gained both the big picture and the detailed knowledge needed to succeed in data projects. Some recruiters actively search for certified professionals.”
— Evgeniya Markova, CDMP

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Data practitioners with 6+ months of experience (helpful but not required)
Professionals working in data governance, architecture, analytics, BI, ML/AI, data science or technical professionals
Anyone ready to formalize their expertise and stand out in the field

PROGRAM TIMING

Kickoff: April 29, 2026 – Orientation, logistics, and exam strategy
Weekly Review Sessions: May–June 2026
Bootcamp: June 6, 2026 – Pre-exam intensive review
Optional Exam Event: June 7, 2026 (or take the online exam on your own schedule) - Exam Fees - $11 for proctor and only pay $300 exam fee if you pass

WHAT’S INCLUDED

6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Facilitated by CDMP-certified leaders
Aligned to DMBOK® Second Edition, Revised
Access to recorded study sessions from the 2025 series
Optional Pay-If-You-Pass CDMP Exam Event (added fee)

WHAT DOES IT COST?

Study Group Costs
- Free for DAMA-PS members
- $200 for non-members (Become a member and save)
- Includes access to recorded 2025 study sessions for members @ https://dama-ps.org/presentations
- 6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Study Materials Costs
- DAMA-DMBOK® Manual (discount for DAMA-PS members)
Exam Costs (Optional)
- Proctor Fee $11
- Exam Fee - $300 - Pay-If-You-Pass June 7 event (Pay Only if you pass)

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

Each review session focuses on high-weight exam domains as given below. Prepare for the sessions by reading assigned materials and watching content videos at https://dama-ps.org/presentations:

Kickoff - 04/29/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) - Preview, logistics, Q&A
Review 1 - 05/6/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Introduction, Data handling ethics, Data Governance (11%), Data Architecture (6%), Data Storage and Operations (6%)
Review 2 - 05/13/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Modeling and Design (11%), Data Security (6%), Data Integration and Interoperability (6%), Document and Content Management - Part 1 & 2 (6%)
Review 3 - 05/20/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence (10%), Data Science, Big Data (2%), Reference and Master Data (10%)
Review 4 - 06/03/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Metadata Management (11%), Quality Management (11%)
Boot Camp - 06/06/2026 (10:00am - 12:00pm) - Intensive Pre-Exam Review
Exam - 06/07/2026 Pay-if-you-Pass Exam Event (The exam is open-book, 100 questions, 90 minutes). Note: taking exam is optional, separate registration required.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Join us for a structured and supported path toward your CDMP Certification. Space is limited so Register today

DAMA Day 2026 - From Data to Decisions (May 15, 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join DAMA Puget Sound for DAMA Day 2026. This event brings together company leaders, data and tech professionals for the Pacific Northwest’s premier data management conference. The theme this year, From Data to Decisions: Powering Intelligence in the Age of AI and Quantum, is packed with amazing speakers and content including:

TWO KEYNOTES

From Artificial to Verified Intelligence by Steve Tout, CEO and Founder for Identient
Global LEO Satellite Ecosystem & Multi-Orbit Space Race by Karl J. Weaver, Asia-Pacific Director for Newport Technologies

SPEAKERS

From AWS, Instacart and DQ Matters

PANELS

The Human Behind Your AI: Who is Accountable When It Goes Wrong with panelists from HP, Solrac and the Chief Privacy Officer for the State of Washington
The Hardware Revolution: Quantum, AR/VR, and the Future of AI with experts from IonQ, Boeing, and Newport Technologies. Moderated by Milan Septien Milan of Accenture

NETWORKING

Breakfast, Lunch and Social Hour included
Engage and network with industry professionals

EVENT INFORMATION

Date / Time: May 15th | 7:30am – 7:00pm
Location: Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue, WA

SEE FULL AGENDA AND REGISTER AT - https://dama-ps.org/damaday

EARLY BIRD - $75 DAMA-PS members, $125 non-members, $25 DAMA-PS Student Members

CDMP Certification Study Group (May 20, 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Become a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
CDMP Study Group - Free for Members - $200 for non-members

Are you ready to strengthen your data management foundation and earn a globally recognized certification?

Registration now CDMP Study Group

WHY CDMP?

Globally recognized credential aligned to the DAMA Data Management Body of Knowledge
Career-boosting signal for recruiters and employers
A shared language and framework for succeeding in data governance, architecture, quality, analytics, and more

“I gained both the big picture and the detailed knowledge needed to succeed in data projects. Some recruiters actively search for certified professionals.”
— Evgeniya Markova, CDMP

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Data practitioners with 6+ months of experience (helpful but not required)
Professionals working in data governance, architecture, analytics, BI, ML/AI, data science or technical professionals
Anyone ready to formalize their expertise and stand out in the field

PROGRAM TIMING

Kickoff: April 29, 2026 – Orientation, logistics, and exam strategy
Weekly Review Sessions: May–June 2026
Bootcamp: June 6, 2026 – Pre-exam intensive review
Optional Exam Event: June 7, 2026 (or take the online exam on your own schedule) - Exam Fees - $11 for proctor and only pay $300 exam fee if you pass

WHAT’S INCLUDED

6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Facilitated by CDMP-certified leaders
Aligned to DMBOK® Second Edition, Revised
Access to recorded study sessions from the 2025 series
Optional Pay-If-You-Pass CDMP Exam Event (added fee)

WHAT DOES IT COST?

Study Group Costs
- Free for DAMA-PS members
- $200 for non-members (Become a member and save)
- Includes access to recorded 2025 study sessions for members @ https://dama-ps.org/presentations
- 6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Study Materials Costs
- DAMA-DMBOK® Manual (discount for DAMA-PS members)
Exam Costs (Optional)
- Proctor Fee $11
- Exam Fee - $300 - Pay-If-You-Pass June 7 event (Pay Only if you pass)

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

Each review session focuses on high-weight exam domains as given below. Prepare for the sessions by reading assigned materials and watching content videos at https://dama-ps.org/presentations:

Kickoff - 04/29/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) - Preview, logistics, Q&A
Review 1 - 05/6/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Introduction, Data handling ethics, Data Governance (11%), Data Architecture (6%), Data Storage and Operations (6%)
Review 2 - 05/13/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Modeling and Design (11%), Data Security (6%), Data Integration and Interoperability (6%), Document and Content Management - Part 1 & 2 (6%)
Review 3 - 05/20/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence (10%), Data Science, Big Data (2%), Reference and Master Data (10%)
Review 4 - 06/03/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Metadata Management (11%), Quality Management (11%)
Boot Camp - 06/06/2026 (10:00am - 12:00pm) - Intensive Pre-Exam Review
Exam - 06/07/2026 Pay-if-you-Pass Exam Event (The exam is open-book, 100 questions, 90 minutes). Note: taking exam is optional, separate registration required.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Join us for a structured and supported path toward your CDMP Certification. Space is limited so Register today

CDMP Certification Study Group (June 03, 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Become a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
CDMP Study Group - Free for Members - $200 for non-members

Are you ready to strengthen your data management foundation and earn a globally recognized certification?

Registration now CDMP Study Group

WHY CDMP?

Globally recognized credential aligned to the DAMA Data Management Body of Knowledge
Career-boosting signal for recruiters and employers
A shared language and framework for succeeding in data governance, architecture, quality, analytics, and more

“I gained both the big picture and the detailed knowledge needed to succeed in data projects. Some recruiters actively search for certified professionals.”
— Evgeniya Markova, CDMP

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Data practitioners with 6+ months of experience (helpful but not required)
Professionals working in data governance, architecture, analytics, BI, ML/AI, data science or technical professionals
Anyone ready to formalize their expertise and stand out in the field

PROGRAM TIMING

Kickoff: April 29, 2026 – Orientation, logistics, and exam strategy
Weekly Review Sessions: May–June 2026
Bootcamp: June 6, 2026 – Pre-exam intensive review
Optional Exam Event: June 7, 2026 (or take the online exam on your own schedule) - Exam Fees - $11 for proctor and only pay $300 exam fee if you pass

WHAT’S INCLUDED

6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Facilitated by CDMP-certified leaders
Aligned to DMBOK® Second Edition, Revised
Access to recorded study sessions from the 2025 series
Optional Pay-If-You-Pass CDMP Exam Event (added fee)

WHAT DOES IT COST?

Study Group Costs
- Free for DAMA-PS members
- $200 for non-members (Become a member and save)
- Includes access to recorded 2025 study sessions for members @ https://dama-ps.org/presentations
- 6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Study Materials Costs
- DAMA-DMBOK® Manual (discount for DAMA-PS members)
Exam Costs (Optional)
- Proctor Fee $11
- Exam Fee - $300 - Pay-If-You-Pass June 7 event (Pay Only if you pass)

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

Each review session focuses on high-weight exam domains as given below. Prepare for the sessions by reading assigned materials and watching content videos at https://dama-ps.org/presentations:

Kickoff - 04/29/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) - Preview, logistics, Q&A
Review 1 - 05/6/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Introduction, Data handling ethics, Data Governance (11%), Data Architecture (6%), Data Storage and Operations (6%)
Review 2 - 05/13/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Modeling and Design (11%), Data Security (6%), Data Integration and Interoperability (6%), Document and Content Management - Part 1 & 2 (6%)
Review 3 - 05/20/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence (10%), Data Science, Big Data (2%), Reference and Master Data (10%)
Review 4 - 06/03/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Metadata Management (11%), Quality Management (11%)
Boot Camp - 06/06/2026 (10:00am - 12:00pm) - Intensive Pre-Exam Review
Exam - 06/07/2026 Pay-if-you-Pass Exam Event (The exam is open-book, 100 questions, 90 minutes). Note: taking exam is optional, separate registration required.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Join us for a structured and supported path toward your CDMP Certification. Space is limited so Register today

CDMP Certification Study Group (June 06, 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Become a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
CDMP Study Group - Free for Members - $200 for non-members

Are you ready to strengthen your data management foundation and earn a globally recognized certification?

Registration now CDMP Study Group

WHY CDMP?

Globally recognized credential aligned to the DAMA Data Management Body of Knowledge
Career-boosting signal for recruiters and employers
A shared language and framework for succeeding in data governance, architecture, quality, analytics, and more

“I gained both the big picture and the detailed knowledge needed to succeed in data projects. Some recruiters actively search for certified professionals.”
— Evgeniya Markova, CDMP

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Data practitioners with 6+ months of experience (helpful but not required)
Professionals working in data governance, architecture, analytics, BI, ML/AI, data science or technical professionals
Anyone ready to formalize their expertise and stand out in the field

PROGRAM TIMING

Kickoff: April 29, 2026 – Orientation, logistics, and exam strategy
Weekly Review Sessions: May–June 2026
Bootcamp: June 6, 2026 – Pre-exam intensive review
Optional Exam Event: June 7, 2026 (or take the online exam on your own schedule) - Exam Fees - $11 for proctor and only pay $300 exam fee if you pass

WHAT’S INCLUDED

6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Facilitated by CDMP-certified leaders
Aligned to DMBOK® Second Edition, Revised
Access to recorded study sessions from the 2025 series
Optional Pay-If-You-Pass CDMP Exam Event (added fee)

WHAT DOES IT COST?

Study Group Costs
- Free for DAMA-PS members
- $200 for non-members (Become a member and save)
- Includes access to recorded 2025 study sessions for members @ https://dama-ps.org/presentations
- 6 virtual study sessions (Kickoff + 4 content sessions + Bootcamp)
Study Materials Costs
- DAMA-DMBOK® Manual (discount for DAMA-PS members)
Exam Costs (Optional)
- Proctor Fee $11
- Exam Fee - $300 - Pay-If-You-Pass June 7 event (Pay Only if you pass)

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

Each review session focuses on high-weight exam domains as given below. Prepare for the sessions by reading assigned materials and watching content videos at https://dama-ps.org/presentations:

Kickoff - 04/29/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) - Preview, logistics, Q&A
Review 1 - 05/6/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Introduction, Data handling ethics, Data Governance (11%), Data Architecture (6%), Data Storage and Operations (6%)
Review 2 - 05/13/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Modeling and Design (11%), Data Security (6%), Data Integration and Interoperability (6%), Document and Content Management - Part 1 & 2 (6%)
Review 3 - 05/20/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence (10%), Data Science, Big Data (2%), Reference and Master Data (10%)
Review 4 - 06/03/2026 (6:30 - 7:30pm) Metadata Management (11%), Quality Management (11%)
Boot Camp - 06/06/2026 (10:00am - 12:00pm) - Intensive Pre-Exam Review
Exam - 06/07/2026 Pay-if-you-Pass Exam Event (The exam is open-book, 100 questions, 90 minutes). Note: taking exam is optional, separate registration required.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Join us for a structured and supported path toward your CDMP Certification. Space is limited so Register today

CDMP Pay-if-you-Pass Exam event - 2026 (June 07, 2026)

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

DAMA PS 2026 CDMP Pay-if-you-Pass Online Exam Event

DAMA Puget Sound is organizing CDMP Pay-if-you-Pass Online Exam Event for members. You pay a small online proctoring fee of $11 before, and pay the full fee once you pass the exam.

Exams offered at the event: Data Management Fundamentals and Special Exams (details to be finalized)

Each Exam Duration: 90 minutes

IMPORTANT NOTICE

*************** Registering for this event indicates your interest in taking the CDMP Exam. This does not automatically enroll you for the exam with DAMA International. ***************

About one week before the exam event date you will receive an email with instructions for enrolling in the exam event. Look out for the email, and if you haven't received it one week before the exam event, please contact us @ info@dama-ps.org.

Exam Preparation: DAMA PS is offering a free study group review series and a bootcamp before the exam event. If interested, please register for it separately.

For additional information regarding CDMP exams, see https://cdmp.info/faqs/

DAMA Puget Sound - June Chapter Meeting (June 09, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

DAMA PUGET SOUND - CHAPTER MEETING

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Social / Networking: 5:30 - 6:00 pm / Presentation: 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Hybrid Meeting (Virtual and In-Person at Redmond, WA)

REGISTER TODAY - DAMA Puget Sound - June Chapter Meeting

Speaker for the Chapter Meeting will be announced prior to event
Event Registration reminders will include the updates.

DAMA Puget Sound upcoming events

CDMP Certification Study Group (May 06, 2026)

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

PROGRAM TIMING

WHAT’S INCLUDED

WHAT DOES IT COST?

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

MORE QUESTIONS??

READY TO GET STARTED?

CDMP Certification Study Group (May 13, 2026)

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

PROGRAM TIMING

WHAT’S INCLUDED

WHAT DOES IT COST?

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

MORE QUESTIONS??

READY TO GET STARTED?

DAMA Day 2026 - From Data to Decisions (May 15, 2026)

CDMP Certification Study Group (May 20, 2026)

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

PROGRAM TIMING

WHAT’S INCLUDED

WHAT DOES IT COST?

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

MORE QUESTIONS??

READY TO GET STARTED?

CDMP Certification Study Group (June 03, 2026)

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

PROGRAM TIMING

WHAT’S INCLUDED

WHAT DOES IT COST?

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

MORE QUESTIONS??

READY TO GET STARTED?

CDMP Certification Study Group (June 06, 2026)

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

PROGRAM TIMING

WHAT’S INCLUDED

WHAT DOES IT COST?

STUDY GROUP SYLLABUS

MORE QUESTIONS??

READY TO GET STARTED?

CDMP Pay-if-you-Pass Exam event - 2026 (June 07, 2026)

DAMA Puget Sound - June Chapter Meeting (June 09, 2026)

DAMA PUGET SOUND - CHAPTER MEETING

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Social / Networking: 5:30 - 6:00 pm / Presentation: 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Hybrid Meeting (Virtual and In-Person at Redmond, WA)