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IEEE Brand Overview

IEEE is the world’s most trusted source for engineering, computing, and technology professionals. A global community, the association supports technological innovation for the benefit of humanity. Through member collaboration and the association's diverse selection of publications, conferences, educational resources, and standards development, IEEE advances innovation and technological excellence while inspiring future generations.

Adherence to our identity guidelines is the first step to a unified and recognizable brand experience and goes directly to the value of our brand. By downloading any of the Toolkit's contents, users are agreeing to abide by the IEEE Master Brand and Brand Identity Toolkit Agreement.

Thank you for helping us grow a global brand!

The IEEE Brand is expressed through every touchpoint, from the brochure that helps prospective members learn about the many benefits we offer, to lively conversations with volunteers or staff at an IEEE conference. It is reflected in every IEEE email and phone call our members receive, every time they see our brand as they browse our website, every article in the IEEE Xplore digital library, or when they engage with us on social media.

Mission and Vision

Mission Statement
IEEE's core purpose is to foster technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity.

Vision Statement
IEEE will be essential to the global technical community and to technical professionals everywhere, and be universally recognized for the contributions of technology and of technical professionals in improving global conditions.

Learn more about the IEEE Strategic Plan

A View of the Organization

Several documents are available to help communicate the mission and vision of the association. They are also designed to generate excitement for those already active in IEEE and to encourage others to get involved.

Corporate brochure

The "IEEE Corporate Brochure" is an aspirational piece focusing on IEEE's impact on humanity, with highlights that touch on the influence its presence has made throughout its history. It serves to outline how IEEE continues to make a mark in all engineering and technology sectors, as its technologies progress.

IEEE Corporate Brochure (PDF, 1 MB)


The "IEEE Overview Brochure" is a deeper dive into IEEE's statistics. The numbers are updated yearly to indicate where IEEE is represented globally, by way of number of members, Societies, mention of Student Branches, highlights of awards and other recognition, humanitarian outreach, communities and conferences, publications, standards, education, and career growth.

IEEE Overview Brochure (ZIP, 10.4 MB)


IEEE overview video

This introductory video demonstrates the ways that IEEE touches everyone in their daily lives, and drives people and technology together to help create “the brightest tomorrow." The video length is approximately 3 minutes 54 seconds.

Download the IEEE Overview video for use in messaging (ZIP, 83 MB)


image of corporate ppt template cover

The IEEE Corporate Summary Presentations are intended for use by IEEE staff and volunteers in communicating the wide-ranging influence and businesses of IEEE. These presentations, updated yearly, are useful for introducing the scope of IEEE globally.

Please note: The numerical data included in this material is accurate as of the date indicated. When used, the numerical data and dates in the presentation should not be altered to maintain the accuracy of the source information.

IEEE at a Glance version:
Download (PPTX, 23.8 MB)

Full detailed version:
Download (PPTX, 22.9 MB)

Google Slides version:
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The "IEEE at a Glance" flyers and posters are a very brief touch on information gleaned from IEEE's brand principles document, called “Understanding the IEEE Brand,” which delves into the brand promise. The imagery is a mix of stock photography from the corporate brochure and of real members and volunteers. It includes Society, conference, and membership statistics from the overview brochure and mention of IEEE's mission and vision. The reverse side serves as a quick go-to for member statistics and key metrics.

IEEE at a glance flyer US letter size 8.5x11 (ZIP, 10 MB)
IEEE at a glance flyer A4 size 8.27x11.69 (ZIP, 8 MB)

All are available in PDF format and/or hard copy. Order additional copies via the IEEE Brand Inquiries Form.

Understanding the IEEE Brand

A brand is a collection of symbols, experiences, and associations that shape how others perceive a product, service, or company. A logo alone, for example, is not a brand but simply a component of a brand. Similarly, websites, brochures, events, and even people can also be representatives of a brand.

A strong brand is usually synonymous with trust in the hearts and minds of an organization’s public. This trust can be built over time through careful positioning of the brand at every touch point, or it can be tarnished in an instant when an organization fails to deliver on the expectations of its audiences. This brand trust can be reinforced through stronger alignment of messaging and visual representation.

Understanding the IEEE BrandThe "Understanding the IEEE Brand" brochure will help build brand awareness and communicate the importance of consistent use of the IEEE brand and mission and vision of the organization. This is geared toward communicating that everyone has a responsibility to nurture the brand and influence how people see the organization. It is also designed to generate excitement for those already active in IEEE and encourage others to get involved.

Understanding the IEEE Brand brochure (PDF, 13 MB)

This brochure is also available in PDF format and/or hard copy. Order additional copies via the IEEE Brand Inquiries Form.

Visit the Print & digital collateral section for print-ready and editable IEEE branded and sub-branded collateral and templates.

IEEE Messaging and Positioning

The key components of a communications program include:

  • Positioning Statement – a short descriptive statement of what an organization does and for whom, and what makes it different;
  • Elevator Speech – an idea or message that can be delivered in the time span of an elevator ride;
  • Tagline – a memorable phrase that captures and reinforces a brand’s essence.

The IEEE tagline, Advancing Technology for Humanity, was based on extensive research with multiple audiences from around the world and was recommended by the IEEE Public Visibility Ad Hoc Committee.

In addition to these communications elements, the IEEE Corporate Summary Presentation has been made available to communicate the wide-ranging influence and businesses of IEEE. This presentation is useful for introducing or refreshing the scope of IEEE to an audience. View the IEEE Corporate Summary Presentation above.


Resources:

Learn more about the tagline and its proper usage
Download the IEEE Positioning Statement and Elevator Speech (PDF, 138 KB)

How to Support the IEEE Brand

To maintain and strengthen the desired perception of the IEEE brand, the IEEE Brand Identity Guidelines (PDF, 15 MB) should be utilized. The guidelines represent an opportunity to establish and extend equity for the IEEE brand, ensuring that consistent messages are delivered. Communications created based on these guidelines will help ensure that members, industry professionals, and other organizations will perceive IEEE as a leader in the global technology community.

Visit the Brand Identity guidelines section for more information on how to support the IEEE brand.