Why Start a VMUG?

• Make a difference in your community by motivating, organizing and leading a group
• Discover new ideas and gain insight about Virtual Infrastructure
• Receive special information about new VMware products
• Participate in early access Beta programs
• Network with other technical professionals in your area

If you are interested in starting a VMUG in your area & fulfill the requirements listed on this page, please send an email to vmugteam@vmware.com.

VMUG Requirements

Basic requirements for Affiliated VMware User Groups are:

• Maintain active membership of at least 25 users
• Hold group meetings and events at least quarterly
• Participation in a dedicated VMware Community Discussion Forum
• Designated Group Leadership

Group Leader Requirements

Group Leadership will serve as a primary point of contact and have general responsibility for coordinating the activities of the VMware User Group (VMware can provide assistance to help you organize and run your VMUG.)

Requirements for Group Leaders are:

• Time commitment (approx 2-4 hours/month) and organizational skills
• Strong network and ability to build and maintain group membership
• Experience with VMware products
• Substantial professional experience and credentials a plus
• Read and share ideas with local VMware User Groups members in the Local User Group Forums