For sure IMBA is not out to BS or hurt local clubs. That would be the worst thing they could do.

At first I didn't see any real reason to do it. After all the discussion I don't see any reason not to. There are some big visions out there and if becoming chapter could help turn visions to reality then why not go for it.

I like the idea that signing up to IMBA you can also be a FORC member. I think this is better for folks with limited funds and time. How many FORC members are IMBA members? I don't even have a guess. The number of members any organization has matters. Going Chapter should help increase that number.

I also think this move would further legitimize FORC as a club.

I'm in.