Esri Community’s MVP program continues to be among the most impactful user-driven programs within the Esri Community platform. Through this program, a small but elite group of Community members play a tremendous role in connecting others with answers to their questions, demonstrating behaviors that define the best Esri Community can be, and frequently provides input that helps shape the future of the Esri Community platform.
To foster growth within the MVP program and support its contributing members, we’ve updated two of its core components. Note that new MVP program criteria go into effect on January 1, 2024.
New MVP Roles Added
In addition to the standard MVP role, two more program roles have been added: MVP Alum and MVP Emeritus. Members whose accounts are granted either of these roles will have a unique purple pill beside their username, making it easy to identify their status in posts or replies. Role definitions:
MVP | An active MVP member who meets the current criteria and makes continuous valuable contributions.
MVP Alum | A former MVP member who continues to participate in Esri Community outside of MVP criteria, but is recognized for their historic contributions.
MVP Emeritus | An honorary title earned by an MVP member who has retired from their longstanding contributions, and is recognized for their outstanding impact.
Criteria to Maintain MVP Status Updated
Members who participate in the MVP program will be expected to meet certain thresholds for participation in Esri Community on an annual basis. These updated criteria are designed to ensure that the MVP status reflects the ongoing commitment and engagement of our top contributors. New criteria:
- Complete and upkeep Esri Community profiles (bio/avatar/location info in settings – minimum of state/country)
- Subscribe, follow, and participate in the Community MVP Group
- Provide feedback to the Esri Community Team on future developments, strategy, and content
- Engagement with the Esri Community Team, either through MVP Group, in-person events, MVP virtual meetings, Member Spotlights, or moderation
- Add valuable contributions in the Community (for the calendar year) at a minimum:
- 20 replies authored AND at least
- 20 solutions authored, or 30 kudos received
*All criteria is assessed at Community Managers’ discretion (meaning if an MVP doesn't meet criteria but has made an impact in Community, this gets credited towards their standings).
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We truly appreciate the incredible dedication and contributions MVPs voluntarily bring to Esri Community. We believe these updates will foster a stronger sense of Community, recognition, and investment within the MVP program.
To learn more about the Esri Community MVP program, see our Help Document: Esri Community MVP Program – About & Requirements
