Strategic Goals

Our Strategic Goals:

Research and Practice - Advance the study and application of I-O psychology to promote organizational success and individual well-being.
I-O Psychology Education & Development - Strengthen education and training of current and future I-O professionals to address evolving challenges.
Member Value - Deliver meaningful, year-round value that fosters connection, professional growth, and engagement across career stages.
Visibility - Establish SIOP as the trusted public voice informing how work and organizations are designed, led, and experienced.
Vitality - Ensure SIOP’s long-term health by promoting operational excellence and strategic investment of resources.

Advance the study and application of I-O psychology to promote organizational success and individual well-being

Objectives:
1.1 Champion relevance, scientific rigor, values, and integrity in I-O research and practice
1.2 Foster I-O practice grounded in science and science informed by practice
1.3 Encourage development and dissemination of evidence-based practices that support worker well-being and organizational effectiveness
1.4 Enable translation of science into practical, actionable guidance and resources

I-O Psychology Education & Development

Strengthen education and training of current and future I-O professionals to address evolving challenges

Objectives:
2.1 Prepare the next generation by providing resources for faculty, program leaders, and learners across educational and career stages
2.2 Maintain and promote trusted professional standards for I-O education at all levels
2.3 Support informed student decision-making by providing information about graduate programs
2.4 Advance certification and continuing education for I-O professionals at the master’s and doctoral levels

Member Value

Deliver meaningful, year-round value that fosters connection, professional growth, and engagement across career stages

Objectives:
3.1 Develop and expand opportunities for meaningful member connection and networking throughout the year
3.2 Provide compelling, evidence-based professional development for members at all career levels
3.3 Broaden the breadth and quality of strategic events beyond the Annual Conference
3.4 Leverage data to continuously improve the Annual Conference to meet evolving member needs
3.5 Strengthen engagement and value for student members to encourage their transition to associate and full membership

Visibility

Establish SIOP as the trusted public voice informing how work and organizations are designed, led, and experienced

Objectives:
4.1 Increase demand for I-O psychology by demonstrating its value for workforce and organizational effectiveness
4.2 Advocate for government policies and funding that advance organizational science, worker well-being, organizational effectiveness, and evidence-based practices
4.3 Position I-O psychology as a central voice in shaping the future of work, including workplace technologies such as AI
4.4 Elevate awareness of I-O psychology as an attractive career path
4.5 Create opportunities for professionals in adjacent fields to engage with SIOP through the Annual Conference and other strategic content and events

Vitality

Ensure SIOP’s long-term health by promoting operational excellence and strategic investment of resources

Objectives:
5.1 Integrate multi-year, scenario-based financial modeling into resource allocation and investment decisions
5.2 Diversify revenue sources to strengthen organizational resilience
5.3 Enhance the quality of the website and other communication and networking channels
5.4 Cultivate a diverse membership pipeline that supports inclusiveness and diversity of thought
5.5 Develop the capabilities of professional staff, volunteer leaders, and volunteers