May I please ask, is there any sort of forum for new members? The website provides a few answers, but, frankly, not so much, not all basics. For just possible examples, overall, how does one best get connected? How does one connect with local groups? Is there one on the east coast? What is a typical annual conference agenda? What is the relationship with the IAM organization. Can one get a contact within the organization to do an initial 5 or 10 minute hello? (I have called several times but never spoke anyone).
Simon