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Individual Membership

Join the premier organization for defense financial management professionals.

SDFM is an individual-based membership organization. Our members share a common passion for excellence in the defense financial management field. Bringing together individuals at all levels, from senior executives to those beginning their careers, we form a vibrant community of like-minded professionals.

Why Join

Build a robust professional network through 100+ local chapters, online communities and national meetings.
Distinguish yourself with the industry-leading Certified Defense Management (CDFM) certification program.
Stay ahead of the curve with SDFM professional development and training opportunities and continuing education credits.
Grow your leadership skills and showcase your achievements through volunteering, speaking opportunities and awards programs.
Give back to the profession by serving as a thought-leader, mentor and author.

Individual Membership Levels

Individual Membership

Individual Membership benefits include:

Membership in one of 100+ global chapters
Yearly subscription to Armed Forces Comptroller Journal
Member savings on Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) and CDFM-A (Acquisitions) certifications, recertifications and educational materials
Member savings for the national Professional Development Institute (PDI)
Complimentary CEUs through SDFM webinars and other professional development activities
Networking and mentoring opportunities both in-person and via the SDFM online communities
Participation in SDFM Awards Programs
Leadership opportunities at the national and local levels
Volunteer opportunities to support and grow the DFM community
Significant savings on education, products and services through SDFM’s Affinity Partner programs
The fee for Individual Membership is $75 for one year or $180 for three years; Membership dues are not refundable

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Advancing Careerist Membership

A unique three-year membership designed for professionals in their first five years in defense financial management, which includes recent graduates entering the profession, transitioning military members, and individuals beginning a second career. This membership provides an accessible way to advance your career, expand your network, and build connections within the FM community at a discounted rate of $99.

As an Advancing Careerist SDFM member, you’ll have opportunities to:

Build meaningful professional connections with peers, mentors, and leaders across the defense financial management community.
Grow professionally through SDFM development, education, and career resources.
Make an impact by contributing to SDFM’s mission and the future of the profession.

Membership benefits include all the benefits of Individual Membership listed above. This membership option is supported by SDFM and the Advancing Careerist Advisory Group (ACAG), created to build community, connection, and opportunities for professionals advancing in their careers within defense financial management.

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Retiree Membership

Retiree Membership recognizes SDFM members who are “fully retired” and no longer working in any profession. Retirees may request to be non-dues paying and receive online journal access by contacting membership@sdfm.org.

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Lifetime Membership

Any individual member achieving 30 consecutive years of membership in SDFM qualifies for lifetime (non-dues Paying) membership, without any other stipulations.

Lifetime Membership benefits include all the benefits of Individual Membership.

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