The Associate Partner Role at ICMG : Start Light. Stay Connected. Grow When You're Ready
- Sunil Dutt Jha
- May 5
- 3 min read
Not every leader wants to jump into the battlefield on day one. Some want to observe the terrain, understand the mission, and choose the right moment to step forward.Others want to stay connected—not to a company, but to a cause.
At ICMG, we understand that transformation doesn’t always begin with execution. Sometimes, it begins with quiet conviction.
That’s why we opened the Associate Partner pathway—not as a test, not as a title, but as a bridge.
Why This Role Exists
The enterprise world is full of senior professionals who’ve seen it all—chaotic strategy meetings, half-baked digital transformations, systems without soul.
But even after stepping away from day-to-day roles, their insight is sharp. Their networks are real. Their words still move rooms.
The Associate Partner role exists for those who want to contribute to something timeless—without committing to project timelines.
This is not delivery. This is not passive. This is structured contribution—with purpose, and without pressure.
The Principle Still Applies: One Enterprise. One Anatomy.
Even at this level of engagement, the core remains unchanged. We don’t chase trends. We decode enterprises.
By aligning with ICMG as an Associate Partner, you enter a model that’s been:
Built over 26 years
Validated by 2,500+ strategy and architecture projects
Proven across 30+ countries via global rating programs
You’re not pointing people to a logo. You’re opening doors to a transformation operating system—the Enterprise Anatomy Model.
This Role Is for You If…
You’re a former CEO, Sales Director, CIO, strategy head, or domain leader who wants to stay intellectually engaged
You admire ICMG’s model and want to share it with the right people
You want to contribute thought leadership, host meaningful dialogues, or mentor the next generation of enterprise thinkers
You prefer to watch, learn, and shape from the sidelines—before diving in
You believe in structure, not noise. Clarity, not chaos.
This isn’t a consulting badge. It’s a strategic seat at the table—where you're welcome to speak, contribute, and shape the conversation.
What You Actually Do
Area | What You Contribute |
Referrals | Introduce senior leaders to ICMG who need transformation help |
Content & IP Sharing | Share ICMG blogs, webinars, and strategic thinking in your network |
Participation | Join onboarding sessions, LinkedIn campaigns, and enterprise events |
Co-creation | Collaborate on thought leadership, blogs, or sector-specific insights |
Model Familiarity | Learn the Enterprise Anatomy framework at your pace |
Legal & Alignment
You’ll enter a strategic alignment agreement:
NDA: Because you’ll be exposed to deep strategic insights
Brand alignment: So your voice aligns with the Enterprise Anatomy message
What You Get in Return
Strategic referral rewards for meaningful introductions that lead to transformation engagements
First access to upcoming blogs, research, events, and playbooks
Inclusion in the ICMG ecosystem as a respected contributor
Optional path into delivery or city business roles if/when you’re ready
Growth Path (When You’re Ready)
There is no obligation to shift tracks. But if you wish to deepen your engagement, you can:
Transition into the Consulting Delivery Track (starting at Senior Consultant)
Expand your role as a City Associate Partner, leading enterprise conversations locally
Become a co-author, advisor, or ICMG-hosted event speaker
Not Everyone Delivers. But Everyone Can Contribute.
This path is for the trusted connectors, the strategic influencers, the seasoned advisors, and the thoughtful leaders—those who’ve shaped enterprise journeys and are now ready to shape what comes next.
If you want to align with a model that doesn’t chase jargon, If you want to be part of a mission that will shape the next 100 years of enterprise thinking—but on your terms— Then this is your opening.
The door is open. Come in light. Stay connected. Grow when you’re ready.