Applications are open for the CTP and CTA classes of 2021!
This blog post was co-authored by Kimberly Ruggero, Sr. Manager of Community Strategy and Programs at Citrix.
It’s that time of year again!
Citrix is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the Citrix Technology Professional (CTP) and Citrix Technology Advocate (CTA) classes of 2021! The application window will remain open until October 30, and you can submit your application here.
CTP and CTA candidates are selected for the program by the Citrix Community team, CTPs, and senior CTAs. There are formal reviews and voting processes based on the candidate’s alignment with the program guidelines.
Want to learn what it takes to be a CTP or a CTA? Just keep reading.
Citrix Technology Professional
Whether it’s in a blog post, a webinar, presentations at Citrix user group meetings around the world, or in peer-to-peer discussions on support sites, their evangelism is invaluable to Citrix.
Benefits of Being a CTP
- Private NDA discussions with Citrix product teams for detailed discussions on current technologies and product roadmaps.
- Access to private forums for discussions with Citrix product teams about technologies, product updates, and product feedback.
- Access to demo licenses of current products and to early releases of future products.
- We are looking for passion, dedication, and selflessness in our CTP members, and, to be honest, a little bit of the star quality that makes them leaders in their respective fields. For 2021, we are looking for a few applicants with expertise in APIs, cloud services, and Citrix Endpoint Management.
Feel like you have what it takes to join this group of elite professionals? Here are some things you should know about the program:
- We review our CTP class annually to make sure that we are constantly building out the program and showcasing all skills.
- You must fill out the entire application in full!
- The Citrix Community team and current CTPs review all applications.
- We check the references you provide.
- The award is based on approximately 50 percent community contribution — giving to the technology community without expecting anything in return — and 50 percent technical expertise. Check out the profiles and activities of the current CTPs for guidance.
- The CTP Program award is open to Citrix customers, independent Citrix experts, consultants, and partners. The award is for individuals who best fit the CTP criteria and have a passion for the community.
For complete details, check out the CTP home page.
Benefits
- CTA award designation
- CTA badge assigned to profile on CUGC and Citrix Discussions
- Dedicated Slack channel
- Speaking and moderating opportunities with CUGC and Citrix
- Demo licenses for core products
- CTP mentorship
- Quarterly program webinars
- Education discounts
- Citrix product feedback
CTA applicants must possess these minimum qualifications:
- Citrix product experience
- Active member of the Citrix User Group Community
- Willingness to blog and/or moderate webinar for CUGC and/or Citrix
- Active social impact
- Willingness to share expertise among CTAs
- A passion for community and advocacy of Citrix products
The CTA Program award is open to Citrix customers, independent Citrix experts, consultants, partners, and Citrix associates. The award is for the individual.
The Citrix Community team and CTA members currently in the program will choose the newest class CTAs. There is a formal review and voting process based on the candidate’s alignment with the program guidelines and Citrix objectives.
For complete details on the CTA Program, check out the CTA home page.
Key Dates
You can apply now to become a CTP or a CTA. Just go to the application page to get started. And here are key dates to mark on your calendar.
October 30, 2020 — Applications close for the 2021 CTP and CTA classes
January 2021 — Email invitations to 2021 CTP and CTA finalists
February 2021 — 2021 CTP and CTA classes announced
