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Wednesday, October 2
 

7:30am EDT

Continental Breakfast
Description:
Join us for networking, freshly brewed coffee and light breakfast treats before your regional chapter leader meeting begins this morning.
Wednesday October 2, 2019 7:30am - 9:00am EDT
Terrace Ballroom 4, Level 4
  Other

7:30am EDT

Registration and Badge Pick-Up
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 7:30am - 5:30pm EDT
Broad Street Atrium
  Other

9:00am EDT

Region 13 – Brazil
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
120C
  Other

9:00am EDT

Region 13 – Northern Latin America
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
125
  Other

9:00am EDT

Region 13 – Southern Latin America
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
120A
  Other

9:00am EDT

Region 2 – North Central North America
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
122B
  Other

10:15am EDT

Morning Break
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Meeting Room Foyer, Level 1
  Other

12:00pm EDT

Networking Lunch
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom 4, Level 4
  Other

1:00pm EDT

Combined Meeting: Region 5 – Mid-Atlantic North America & Region 14 – Southeast North America-Caribbean
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
126A
  Other

1:00pm EDT

Region 3 – Northeast North America
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
120B
  Other

1:00pm EDT

Region 4 – East Central North America
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
121ABC
  Other

1:00pm EDT

Region 6 – South Central North America
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
124
  Other

3:00pm EDT

Afternoon Break
Description:
Wednesday October 2, 2019 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Meeting Room Foyer, Level 1
  Other
 
Thursday, October 3
 

7:30am EDT

Continental Breakfast
Description:
Join us for networking, freshly brewed coffee and light breakfast treats before our general session begins this morning.
Thursday October 3, 2019 7:30am - 8:45am EDT
Terrace Ballroom 4, Level 4
  Other

7:30am EDT

Volunteer Resource Center – LIVE!
Description:
Visit this resource and networking area to talk with PMI staff, use the self-serve stations to find information and pick up resources to take back to your chapter. Plus, live mini presentations every day!
Thursday October 3, 2019 7:30am - 8:45am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

7:30am EDT

Registration and Badge Pick-Up
Description:
Thursday October 3, 2019 7:30am - 5:30pm EDT
Broad Street Atrium
  Other

8:00am EDT

Quick Course: Experience the Marketing Portal
Description:
Thursday October 3, 2019 8:00am - 8:15am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

8:00am EDT

#100 - LIM 101: First-Time Attendee Orientation
Description:
If this will be your first Leadership Institute Meeting, you won't want to miss this orientation. Grab some breakfast and then head into this important session that will get your LIM started off on the right foot!
Speakers
avatar for Judy Brennan

Judy Brennan

Chapter Partner, Regions 4 & 6, PMI
Judy Brennan, IOM, Chapter Partner for Region 4 (East Central North America) and Region 6 (South Central North America) supports chapter leadership in business, operational, board transition planning and execution to ensure their success. She has been employed with Project Management... Read More →
avatar for Melissa Raffel, CAPM

Melissa Raffel, CAPM

Volunteer Services Specialist, PMI
Melissa Raffel, CAPM, is a volunteer services specialist with PMI. She is responsible for volunteer recognition programs, development of PMI's volunteer policies and procedures, and volunteer satisfaction. Additionally, she works closely with PMI's Volunteer Engagement Liaison Program... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
121ABC
  General Session

8:15am EDT

Quick Course: Academic Outreach
Description:
Join this us for a brief intro into academic outreach and the go-to resources that can help you engage universities and students
Thursday October 3, 2019 8:15am - 8:30am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

9:00am EDT

#101 - Welcome to the Leadership Institute Meeting: Opening General Session
Description:
Get the LIM started off with a welcome and information session from PMI's President & CEO and Board Chair.
Speakers
avatar for Randall T. (Randy) Black, PMP

Randall T. (Randy) Black, PMP

2019 Board Chair, Board of Directors
Mr. Black is the owner and principal of Edutainer53 Consulting Limited, an Edmonton-based consulting organization focused upon project management and operations consulting and training.Throughout his 40-year career, he has worked in a variety of industries including telecommunications... Read More →
avatar for Sunil Prashara

Sunil Prashara

President & CEO, PMI
As President and Chief Executive Officer of the Project Management Institute (PMI), Sunil Prashara is the lead advocate for PMI's global organization, serving more than three million professionals working in nearly every country of the world. His primary responsibility is to implement... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Terrace Ballroom, Level 4
  General Session

10:30am EDT

Networking Break Volunteer Resource Center – LIVE!
Description:
Visit this resource and networking area to talk with PMI staff, use the self-serve stations to find information and pick up resources to take back to your chapter. Plus, live mini presentations every day!
Thursday October 3, 2019 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

10:40am EDT

Quick Course: Chapter Development Tools Demonstration - Tools and Resources Supporting Chapter Leaders
Description:
Join us to learn about the key resources to assist you in managing your chapter.
Thursday October 3, 2019 10:40am - 10:55am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

11:00am EDT

#102 - Leadership Institute Meeting Opening Keynote Session
Description:
•Welcome to Philadelphia: Janet Burns, PMP, Chapter President, PMI Delaware Valley Chapter•Opening Keynote Session: "The Right Kind of Crazy: A True Story of Teamwork, Leadership and High Stakes Innovation" by Adam Steltzner•Closing Comments: o Laura Davidson, PMI-RMP, PMP, Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)o Jesus Rodriguez, PMP, PfMP, Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG), and Leadership Institute Master Class (LIMC) Graduate
Speakers
avatar for Janet Burns, PMP

Janet Burns, PMP

Chapter President, Delaware Valley Chapter
Janet Burns, PMP, CSM, is the Director of PM Solutions, a project management consulting and training firm dedicated to helping organizations drive performance and operational efficiency. Janet holds responsibility for the company's day-to-day consulting operations, ensuring quality... Read More →
avatar for Laura Davidson, PMI-RMP, PMP

Laura Davidson, PMI-RMP, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)
Laura Davidson is a life long learner, a serial volunteer, and a people connector. For more than 16 years she has worked in multiple industries to execute projects in the technology and business areas. Laura volunteers all over Atlanta, and is especially proud of her 13 years serving... Read More →
avatar for Jesus Rodriguez, PMP, PfMP

Jesus Rodriguez, PMP, PfMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)
Experienced and certified project and portfolio manager in the software and technology arena. Obtained the PMP credential in 1999 and Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) credential in 2014. As a PMI volunteer, Jesus has a history of more than 15 years of service. For Puerto Rico... Read More →
avatar for Adam Steltzner

Adam Steltzner

Opening Keynote Speaker
With a rock star's presence, a storyteller's gift and a PhD in engineering physics, award-winning rocket scientist, Adam Steltzner is simultaneously recognized as one of NASA's most brilliant engineers and most unique individuals. At 20, he was an aspiring rock star, on his way home... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom, Level 4
  General Session

12:30pm EDT

Networking Lunch
Description:
Thursday October 3, 2019 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom, Level 4
  Other

12:30pm EDT

Volunteer Resource Center – LIVE!
Description:
Visit this resource and networking area to talk with PMI staff, use the self-serve stations to find information and pick up resources to take back to your chapter. Plus, live mini presentations every day!
Thursday October 3, 2019 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

12:45pm EDT

Quick Course: PMIEF Overview
Description:
Learn how PMIEF's work benefits youth and how you can get involved!
Thursday October 3, 2019 12:45pm - 1:00pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

1:00pm EDT

Quick Course: VRMS Demonstration
Description:
Learn how the VRMS can benefit your chapter's recruiting and retention efforts!
Thursday October 3, 2019 1:00pm - 1:15pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

1:00pm EDT

Jim Snyder Book Signing
Description:
Thursday October 3, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

1:45pm EDT

#108 - Changing Communities, Impacting Students: Chapter Supported Educational Programs
Description:
The PMI Keystone Chapter has a proven formula for a successful PM education program. The presenter will share the approach and explore options others are using in their chapters to provide project management educational opportunities in their communities that are making a difference. A detailed plan of action will help participants learn how to develop, deploy and grow their own project management educational opportunities.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:1) Identify the steps needed to start, maintain, grow and provide a PM educational program in their chapter communities. 2) Discuss how multiple chapters are having success in their own PM educational programs.
Speakers
avatar for Myles Miller

Myles Miller

PMIEF Liaison, PMI Keystone Chapter
Multi-national CEO, Top 360 USA Entrepreneur 2018 (#57), two-time Best Selling Author and Radio Host of "Myles of SUCCESS", Myles Miller is the CEO and Founder of LEADUP, LearningBreaks and SUCCESSHQ, international training and success development companies spanning 6 continents and... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
121A
  Academic Track

1:45pm EDT

#109 - Rules, Regs & Responsibility
Description:
As a chapter leader, you have accepted the responsibility to uphold the fiduciary duties of your chapter. You have also committed to serving your members. In this session, you will learn to balance the needs of the members and the requirements for governing a not-for-profit organization. This is essential knowledge for all chapter leaders, particularly those new to the non-profit environment.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Identify how to serve chapter members while upholding the fiduciary duties of the board. • Define the fiduciary duties of the chapter board.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Flint, PMP

Michael Flint, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)
avatar for Sarah Maxwell

Sarah Maxwell

Chapter Administrator, Regions 5 & 14, PMI

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
121B
  Association Governance Track

1:45pm EDT

#110 - Essential Resources for Chapter Leaders
Description:
In this session, you will learn where to locate and who to ask for information to help manage your chapter and volunteers. We will guide you to key resources to assist with everything from building a strong board, to understanding your membership, to accessing technology to assist with chapter operations. Resources include guides, websites and videos, that are available to help you develop and execute the chapter's annual plan, understand your volunteer role, and which PMI staff to consult with if you need further support and information.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Identify key resources to help you develop and execute the chapter's annual plan. • Identify the PMI staff who can offer the chapter support and information.
Speakers
avatar for Nina Holman

Nina Holman

Chapter Administrator – Regions 4 & 6, PMI
avatar for Toby Utermohlen

Toby Utermohlen

Chapter Administrator, Regions 2 & 3, PMI
Toby Utermohlen is a Chapter Administrator for Region 2, North Central North America, and Region 3, Northeast North America.

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
121C
  Association Governance Track

1:45pm EDT

#111 - Keeping Chapters in Business: An Overview of the Chapter Finance Role
Description:
This session will provide an overview of the finance role in a chapter and will highlight frequently encountered scenarios related to PMI chapter financial management, audits and operational reporting to stakeholders and institutions. Chapter leaders who are responsible for budget development and/or budget oversight, accounting, auditing and payment processing as well as chapter leaders who hold or have held a role related to finance in the past are encouraged to attend this session and contribute to the discussion.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how a chapter leader responsible for chapter finances should approach this role. • Describe the elements considered in developing a chapter budget.
Speakers
avatar for Larissa Moran

Larissa Moran

Chapter Partner – Regions 2 & 3, PMI
In her role as Chapter Partner at PMI, Larissa oversees chapter development in regions 2 and 3 in North America, and serves as a lead support for the successful implementation and adoption of new programs and services targeting chapter leader growth and development. Additionally... Read More →
avatar for Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group
Dirk Doppelfeld is an international project management consultant and trainer. After 18 years in the printing business, he founded his own consulting and training company in 2011. He enables clients to enhance project management effectiveness through consulting, mentoring, coaching... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
122A
  Financial Management Track

1:45pm EDT

#106 - Office Mythology: The Truth About Authentic Leadership
Description:
Most leaders want to be true to who they believe they are. This can be a challenge if who you are conflicts with your leadership role. Many leaders struggle with authenticity when there is change or a new role, or when they have to sell themselves or handle feedback for improvement. You will learn how to have the success you desire without selling out. Participants become aware of the power of patterned emotional responses, and learn how to re-train their brain in order to develop more productive habits. Developing the ability to master oneself in moments of tension and stress creates new habits as well as building a foundation for personal and professional success. Participants develop their ability to focus on assertive communication skills and handle challenging behaviors, which are essential in achieving organizational objectives.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Define the power of patterned emotional responses and identify ways to interrupt unproductive behaviors. • Identify techniques to develop habits for improved results. • Manage conflict and challenging behaviors of others.
Speakers
avatar for Spencer Horn

Spencer Horn

Professional Speaker and Coach

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
120B
  Leadership Development Track

1:45pm EDT

#104 - Celebration of Service: The Time Is Now!
Description:
There is still time for your chapter to contribute to the PMI Celebration of Service goal. Thanks to chapters like yours, we hit our first goal and have set a new one! Join this session to learn how you can help meet the goal, highlight the importance of project management, engage your members and contribute to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
Speakers
avatar for Walter Ginevri, PMI-ACP, PMI-PBA, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP, PMP, PgMP, PfMP, PMI-Fellow

Walter Ginevri, PMI-ACP, PMI-PBA, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP, PMP, PgMP, PfMP, PMI-Fellow

PMIEF Board of Directors
Walter Ginevri, PMI Fellow, has a passion for helping companies be more efficient through the adoption of a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural and multimedia project language. He has also a passion for helping young and senior project managers in their profession through a continuous... Read More →
avatar for Nicole Santosusso

Nicole Santosusso

Marketing Indirect Channel Analyst, PMI
Experienced marketer who has spent over 20 years driving strategic growth for companies ranging from insurance to retail shopping channels. Nicole joined PMI in December 2013 as a marketing specialist with direct focus on volunteers and chapter support.

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
120A
  Membership Track

1:45pm EDT

#107 - Chapter Meetings: Are the Basics so Basic? An Extreme Example!
Description:
This session will be run like a successful chapter meeting as an example of how easy a chapter meeting can be. Using the information shared and demonstrated, attendees will be encouraged to build out their own chapter meeting, including time frames and assignments.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:1) Discuss what a great chapter meeting looks like focused on membership value.2) Build out plans for their next chapter meeting.
Speakers
avatar for Mitchell Fong, PMP

Mitchell Fong, PMP

President, Toronto Chapter
Mitchell Fong, PMP, P.Eng, CSM has worked with a number of the world's most reputable companies including Apple, Boeing, Comcast, Johnson & Johnson, JP Morgan Chase, Microsoft, NASDAQ and Verizon. He is an accomplished Business Leader with 14+ years in Program/ Project Management... Read More →
avatar for Lynn Reed-Kendall

Lynn Reed-Kendall

Vice-President of Membership and Volunteerism, Central Iowa Chapter
Lynn Reed-Kendall is a project manager and author with over 20 years of experience in a variety of industries including information technology, insurance, higher education, grant administration, government administration, meeting management, training, and non-profits.Her most recent... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
120C
  Membership Track

1:45pm EDT

#112 - Unconference – Outreach
Description:
This open-forum format session provides the opportunity to network, share ideas and learn how your peers are achieving outreach success in their chapter. Come with a topic in mind and start a discussion, or see what others want to discuss. Facilitators will organize the room, start the discussion and be on hand to answer question if needed.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe good practices in outreach for chapters.• List successful outreach approaches used by other chapters.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Benner

Laura Benner

Chapter Administrator – Regions 1 & 7, PMI
Laura Benner, SHRM-CP is a Chapter Administrator at the Global Headquarters of PMI and serves as a resource to Region 1 and Region 7 by developing and maintaining relationships to support Chapter leaders, assisting in Chapter inquiries, and resolving complex support queries. Laura... Read More →
avatar for Ashley Forsyth

Ashley Forsyth

Academic Programs Specialist II, PMI
Ashley joined PMI as an academic programs specialist in 2014, working with chapters to facilitate and support academic outreach to colleges and universities, working with academic institutions, their faculty and students to advance the teaching of project management through increased... Read More →
avatar for Jesus Rodriguez, PMP, PfMP

Jesus Rodriguez, PMP, PfMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)
Experienced and certified project and portfolio manager in the software and technology arena. Obtained the PMP credential in 1999 and Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) credential in 2014. As a PMI volunteer, Jesus has a history of more than 15 years of service. For Puerto Rico... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
126A
  Outreach

1:45pm EDT

#103 - Transformation Update: What's New with PMI Certification
Description:
As part of PMI's strategic transformation, there will be updates to PMI's certification offerings. Learn the latest in this session.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the changes PMI is making regarding certifications. • Discuss the impact of certification updates on chapters.
Speakers
avatar for Sierra Hamptons-Simmons

Sierra Hamptons-Simmons

Portfolio Leader, Global Solutions, PMI

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
123
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

1:45pm EDT

#105 - Best Practices in Annual Planning & Core Services
Description:
PMI provides the Catalog of Core Services detailing the services chapters must provide to members. These services are designed to meet expectations, and are identified as the main motivations for individuals to join or maintain a membership with their local chapter. Attend this session to learn from fellow chapter leaders how they have been successful in creating an annual plan and meeting the needs of their members.This session is available again Friday, 9:00 a.m.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how a chapter can focus its services on the individual through career development. • Describe the core services every chapter must offer its membership.
Speakers
avatar for Joyce Kelley

Joyce Kelley

Chapter Partner, Regions 5 & 14, PMI
Joyce Kelley is the PMI Chapter Partner for the Mid-Atlantic North America and Southeast North America-Caribbean regions and supports 38 Chapters. As the Chapter Partner for Regions 5 and 14, Joyce has developed strong relationships with these Chapter Leaders. Joyce strongly believes... Read More →
avatar for Michelle Venezia, PMI-ACP, PMP, PfMP

Michelle Venezia, PMI-ACP, PMP, PfMP

Trustee and Chapter Liaison to PMIEF, PMI Rochester Chapter
Michelle Venezia has held various board level roles with the PMI Rochester Chapter including VP of Marketing & Communications, Executive Vice President, President, and Trustee. Passionate about using project management for social good, she is currently serving as PMI Rochester's Chapter... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
124
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

1:45pm EDT

#113 - Transformation Update: New Product Demonstrations
Description:
As part of PMI's transformation, a number of minimal viable products (MVP) have been developed and are currently being tested in the field. In this session, see a demonstration of the products and hear how they were developed, what value they provide to our members and how they have been tested so far as well as where they might fit in to PMI's future.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the purpose of PMI's three MVPs.• Discuss the impact of the MVPs on chapters.
Speakers
avatar for Kerry Brooks

Kerry Brooks

Global Product Manager, PMI
Kerry Brooks is with PMI's Global Membership Team. She has over 20 years of strategic marketing and product management experience. Kerry is currently leading PMI's program to educate and assist the military community as they successfully transition into project management. In addition... Read More →
avatar for Kristy Moeller

Kristy Moeller

Global Product Specialist, PMI
avatar for Betsy Redden

Betsy Redden

Global Product Manager, PMI

Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
122B
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

1:45pm EDT

#114 - Region Mentor Track
Description:
Note: This session is by invitation only and is open to volunteers serving in a Region Mentor role.
Thursday October 3, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
125
  Region Mentor Track

3:00pm EDT

Networking Break Volunteer Resource Center – LIVE!
Description:
Visit this resource and networking area to talk with PMI staff, use the self-serve stations to find information and pick up resources to take back to your chapter. Plus, live mini presentations every day!
Thursday October 3, 2019 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

3:10pm EDT

Quick Course: Resources & Toolkit on Ethics - Join us @The Bistro- Now serving food for thought!
Description:
Meet with your colleagues for an interactive and playful session highlighting new ethics resources promoting positive professional conduct, to prepare and protect you from conflicts and ethical dilemmas. Brought to you by EMAG.
Thursday October 3, 2019 3:10pm - 3:25pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

3:30pm EDT

#125 - Successful Stories: Academic Outreach in Higher Education
Description:
Join us for an interactive panel discussion. Chapter volunteers will discuss outreach activities they have engaged in to build relationships with university faculty and students including the value realized by the chapter and lessons learned.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe successful examples of how chapters have built relationships with university faculty and students. • Identify the value to chapters of academic outreach in higher education.
Speakers
avatar for Ashley Forsyth

Ashley Forsyth

Academic Programs Specialist II, PMI
Ashley joined PMI as an academic programs specialist in 2014, working with chapters to facilitate and support academic outreach to colleges and universities, working with academic institutions, their faculty and students to advance the teaching of project management through increased... Read More →
avatar for Heather Ramsey

Heather Ramsey

Manager, Academic Programs,, PMI
Heather Ramsey joined PMI in 2013 and is the manager of academic programs with oversight of the Global Accreditation Center for Project Management (GAC) and outreach with university faculty and students and emerging professionals. Heather has over 26 years of experience in higher... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
122A
  Academic Track

3:30pm EDT

#117 - Unconference – Chapter-to-Chapter Collaboration
Description:
This open-forum format session provides the opportunity to network, share ideas and learn how your peers are managing the challenges. Come with a topic in mind and start a discussion, or see what others want to discuss. Facilitators will organize the room, start the discussion and be on hand to answer question if needed.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe good practices for those holding VP of Administration chapter roles.• List ways VP of Administration are successful in their roles.
Speakers
avatar for April Burton

April Burton

Chapter Partner – Regions 1 & 7, PMI
April C. Burton, IOM, has over 10 years of customer service experience and seven of them were heavily focused on volunteer relations and association management. As the Chapter Partner for Regions 1 and 7, April develops strong relationships that will effectively drive key chapter... Read More →
avatar for Michael Flint, PMP

Michael Flint, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
126A
  Association Governance Track

3:30pm EDT

#118 - Learn & Share– Focus on Core Services
Description:
The purpose of this session is to enable chapter leaders to connect and collaborate with fellow chapter leaders about implementing core services. The discussions and sharing will highlight best practices and innovative ideas that can be implemented to achieve chapter goals. You will align with one of these focuses:• Chapter Events• Professional Development• Member Benefits• Member Communication

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe good practices for implementing core services for your members.• Identify innovative ideas to help your chapter achieve its goals.
Speakers
avatar for Joyce Kelley

Joyce Kelley

Chapter Partner, Regions 5 & 14, PMI
Joyce Kelley is the PMI Chapter Partner for the Mid-Atlantic North America and Southeast North America-Caribbean regions and supports 38 Chapters. As the Chapter Partner for Regions 5 and 14, Joyce has developed strong relationships with these Chapter Leaders. Joyce strongly believes... Read More →
avatar for Anca Slusanschi, PMP

Anca Slusanschi, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
122B
  Association Governance Track

3:30pm EDT

#126 - Chapter Sustainability: From Board Nominations to Onboarding
Description:
Using a number of PMI's Chapter Leaders' Guides as tools, this session will address the "what and the how" of creating a sustainable chapter through leadership succession planning. We will explore policies, processes and good practices.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe best practices in succession planning. • Discuss policies and processes to help chapters operate in a sustainable model. This session is offered again Friday at 9:00 a.m.
Speakers
avatar for Judy Brennan

Judy Brennan

Chapter Partner, Regions 4 & 6, PMI
Judy Brennan, IOM, Chapter Partner for Region 4 (East Central North America) and Region 6 (South Central North America) supports chapter leadership in business, operational, board transition planning and execution to ensure their success. She has been employed with Project Management... Read More →
avatar for Beth Ouellette, PMI-PBA, PMP, PgMP, PMI-Fellow

Beth Ouellette, PMI-PBA, PMP, PgMP, PMI-Fellow

Chapter Member Advisory Group
Beth Ouellette, President, The Ouellette Group, works with teams across the globe implementing value-added Portfolio, Program and Project Management best practices. Combining business management and technology skills, she has been successful assisting executive teams with organizational... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
124
  Association Governance Track

3:30pm EDT

#123 - Forecasting Economic Health in Chapters
Description:
Accurate forecasts are vital for a chapter's daily decisions, economical health and sustainability. This presentation shows a simple way to predict the incomes and expenses of the chapter, regardless of complex statistical or econometrical models. Attendees will learn a basic estimation model of quantities and prices that uses the chart of accounts as a basis. The presenters will share how to show the data to the chapter board of directors in easy to understand language. Attendees will work in groups to learn how to use the model with real problems, identifying how to estimate the different incomes and expenses proposed.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe tools and techniques to formulate a simple and robust predictive model.• Present the economic predictions associated with a chapter in a simple way to understand.
Speakers
avatar for Guillermo Galmes, PMP

Guillermo Galmes, PMP

Past President, Montevideo, Uruguay Chapter
Guillermo Galmes is Economist, PMP and LIMC18; he loves quantitative analysis to find pragmatic solutions. Since he took on his first role in the Board of Directors of Montevideo, Uruguay Chapter in 2014, he uses his skills and knowledge adapting or developing techniques and processes... Read More →
avatar for Bryan Harp, PMI-ACP, PMP

Bryan Harp, PMI-ACP, PMP

V/P Finance, Central Arkansas Chapter
Bryan Harp is currently a project manager in the energy sector helping build substations, switching stations and transmission lines. As the current Vice President of Finance for the Central Arkansas Chapter, Bryan has brought a wealth of knowledge to a chapter of over 370 professionals... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
121B
  Financial Management Track

3:30pm EDT

#122 - Successful Delivery of a Professional Presentation
Description:
Being able to speak in front of peers is an important skill in project management and chapter leadership. It is also an important skill for those desiring a spot on the LIM agenda! Attend this session to learn the basics of creating and presenting a dynamic, professional presentation.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Outline the steps to creating a professional presentation. • Describe best practices in presenting to peers in a professional setting. This session will be repeated on Friday.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Davidson, PMI-RMP, PMP

Laura Davidson, PMI-RMP, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)
Laura Davidson is a life long learner, a serial volunteer, and a people connector. For more than 16 years she has worked in multiple industries to execute projects in the technology and business areas. Laura volunteers all over Atlanta, and is especially proud of her 13 years serving... Read More →
avatar for Lynn Shannon, PMI-PBA, PMP

Lynn Shannon, PMI-PBA, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
121A
  Leadership Development Track

3:30pm EDT

#116 - The Focus on Engaging First-Year Members*
Description:
This session is designed specifically for new leaders to introduce them to the challenge of first-year members. These people are the most at-risk audience and provide a huge opportunity to increase your chapter retention rates. We will dive into statistics for the region, the efforts put in place to retain this group, and feedback directly from this member segment. This session provides an overview of the key membership programs and services at both the global level and the local chapter level.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the importance of engaging the first-year member.• List the key membership programs and services at both the global level and the local chapter level.
Speakers
avatar for Ansley Stauffer

Ansley Stauffer

Global Product Specialist, PMI
Ansley joined PMI as a Membership Specialist in 2016 where she manages various Membership product offerings. She began her career in hospitality consulting at LRA by Deloitte where she was an Analyst in the Strategy and Research group. There she helped clients identify and measure... Read More →
avatar for Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group
Dirk Doppelfeld is an international project management consultant and trainer. After 18 years in the printing business, he founded his own consulting and training company in 2011. He enables clients to enhance project management effectiveness through consulting, mentoring, coaching... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
125
  Membership Track

3:30pm EDT

#115 - Transformation Update: PMI Volunteerism
Description:
Learn what recent research about volunteer engagement at PMI has revealed and how PMI is using it to inform strategy decisions.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Discuss the research findings around volunteering for with PMI.• Describe how the research findings are informing strategy decision.
Speakers
avatar for Joanne DeSantis

Joanne DeSantis

Manager, Volunteer Programs & Services, PMI
Joanne has been with PMI since 2010 and has oversight of the Volunteer Programs and Services areas for the Institute. In this capacity she oversees the development and implementation of programs and services to support meaningful experiences for PMI's diverse group of global volunteers... Read More →
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Jamie Gray

Volunteer Services Specialist, PMI
Jamie Gray is a Volunteer Services Specialist in PMI's Volunteer Programs & Services department. She is responsible for the development and implementation of key tools and resources in support of effective recruitment, retention and recognition of PMI volunteers. She holds a bachelor's... Read More →
avatar for Melissa Raffel, CAPM

Melissa Raffel, CAPM

Volunteer Services Specialist, PMI
Melissa Raffel, CAPM, is a volunteer services specialist with PMI. She is responsible for volunteer recognition programs, development of PMI's volunteer policies and procedures, and volunteer satisfaction. Additionally, she works closely with PMI's Volunteer Engagement Liaison Program... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
123
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

3:30pm EDT

#119 - PMIEF Strategy Update
Description:
Similar to PMI, the PMI Educational Foundation (PMIEF) has announced a strategy refresh. Whether you are already engaged with PMIEF, or want to learn about it, attend this session to discover its goal and focus. You will hear from voices across our PMI community with perspectives from the chapter leaders and volunteers, as well as PMI Educational Foundational (PMIEF) volunteers and leaders.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe PMIEF's new strategy. • Discuss the strategy shift from the perspective of the chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Jane Farley, PMP

Jane Farley, PMP

Chair, PMI Educational Foundation (PMIEF)
Ms. Farley is a proven leader whose career spans more than 30 years developing strategy and leading business performance/operations and has managed multi-million dollar projects, programs, and portfolios. She has a diverse background covering central, regional and local government... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
120A
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

3:30pm EDT

#120 - CCRS: Mastering PMI's New Continuing Certification Requirements System
Description:
PMI's CCRS platform has recently been updated. Chapter leaders who use this system to upload chapter events for PDUs, and upload bulk PDUs can attend this session to get a tour of the platform, ask questions and gain a better understanding of the PMI Talent Triangle.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how to use the PMI Talent Triangle to identify PDUs for chapter events. • Demonstrate how to use the CCRS to upload chapter events for PDUs.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Benner

Laura Benner

Chapter Administrator – Regions 1 & 7, PMI
Laura Benner, SHRM-CP is a Chapter Administrator at the Global Headquarters of PMI and serves as a resource to Region 1 and Region 7 by developing and maintaining relationships to support Chapter leaders, assisting in Chapter inquiries, and resolving complex support queries. Laura... Read More →
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Larissa Moran

Chapter Partner – Regions 2 & 3, PMI
In her role as Chapter Partner at PMI, Larissa oversees chapter development in regions 2 and 3 in North America, and serves as a lead support for the successful implementation and adoption of new programs and services targeting chapter leader growth and development. Additionally... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
120B
  Professional Development Track

3:30pm EDT

#121 - Security and Privacy for Chapters
Description:
Protecting and respecting the privacy and data of members and potential members should be at the forefront of a chapter's customer-centric efforts. The legal landscape is changing in regard to how entities can communicate with individuals and how data collected from them can be used.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe good practices for protecting data of chapter members.• Describe safe and legal practices for collecting and using member data.
Speakers
avatar for Mike Liddy

Mike Liddy

Chapter System Support Specialist, PMI
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Jesus Rodriguez, PMP, PfMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)
Experienced and certified project and portfolio manager in the software and technology arena. Obtained the PMP credential in 1999 and Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) credential in 2014. As a PMI volunteer, Jesus has a history of more than 15 years of service. For Puerto Rico... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
120C
  Technology Track

5:00pm EDT

#132 - Digitally Transforming PMI Chapter Management
Description:
This session will explore ways to transform PMI chapter management using a "User Experience Map" and other digital transformation tools to prepare chapter boards and volunteers for the future of service delivery and support. This presentation will look at the digital ecosystem that comprises the project management world, how PMI globally and through local chapters fits into this ecosystem, and how best to leverage technology to improve the user experience and value creation. Through discussion and feedback the speaker will provide the audience with a draft vision of the future best-of-breed chapter management systems.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to: • Discuss how digital transformation works and how it can be applied to PMI chapter management.• Discuss a holistic view of agile chapter management from strategy to operations and ultimate member support.
Speakers
avatar for James Bates

James Bates

President Elect, PMI Alaska Chapter
Jim Bates, PMP, is the founder, President and CEO of Business Improvement Group, Inc. (BIG) and an Adjunct Professor in several schools at the University of Alaska Anchorage, including the MSPM program. Jim is President-elect of the PMI Alaska Chapter (PMIAK) Board for 2018 through... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
125
  Association Governance Track

5:00pm EDT

#127 - Chapter Awards Finalist Spotlight: Category I, 25-300 Members
Description:
In this session, finalists for Chapter of the Year talk about how they qualified for the award and what they believe makes their chapter award worthy. Learn from the best of the best. This session will highlight chapters from Category I: 25-300 members.
Speakers
avatar for April Burton

April Burton

Chapter Partner – Regions 1 & 7, PMI
April C. Burton, IOM, has over 10 years of customer service experience and seven of them were heavily focused on volunteer relations and association management. As the Chapter Partner for Regions 1 and 7, April develops strong relationships that will effectively drive key chapter... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
120A
  Leadership Development Track

5:00pm EDT

#128 - Chapter Awards Finalist Spotlight: Category III, 1501+ Members
Description:
In this session, finalists for Chapter of the Year talk about how they qualified for the award and what they believe makes their chapter award worthy. Learn from the best of the best. This session will highlight chapters from Category III: 1501+ members.
Speakers
avatar for Judy Brennan

Judy Brennan

Chapter Partner, Regions 4 & 6, PMI
Judy Brennan, IOM, Chapter Partner for Region 4 (East Central North America) and Region 6 (South Central North America) supports chapter leadership in business, operational, board transition planning and execution to ensure their success. She has been employed with Project Management... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
120B
  Leadership Development Track

5:00pm EDT

#130 - Using Servant Leadership to Advance Your Board, Your Chapter and Yourself
Description:
By leveraging Servant Leadership, the presenters have been able to implement changes within their chapters, both at the board and membership levels. This presentation will discuss using practical examples, the principles of Servant Leadership and how to effectively apply them in your chapter. In addition, through the use of a short questionnaire, participants will discover the areas of Servant Leadership they are currently using and areas that could require additional development.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the elements of Servant Leadership.• Discuss how to use Servant Leadership to advance chapter and membership.
Speakers
avatar for Dylan Boudreau, PMP

Dylan Boudreau, PMP

Immediate Past President, Nova Scotia, Canada Chapter
Dylan Boudreau is Principal Consultant at Halifax, Canada based Transom Consulting Group. Prior to Transom Consulting he served as General Manager at MagicLamp Software and Director, North American Professional Services with Aptean, an Atlanta based software company.He has successfully... Read More →
avatar for Alenka Gruden, PMP

Alenka Gruden, PMP

Past President, Slovenia, Ljubljana Chapter
Alenka Gruden, PMP®, PMO-CP® is a recognized practitioner of project and program management. She has twenty years of experience in the private and public sectors as a project manager, consultant, mentor, and trainer. The success rate of successfully delivered project is almost 100... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
120C
  Leadership Development Track

5:00pm EDT

#134 - Get Creative with Young Leaders and Non-Profit Outreach
Description:
With an ever-growing workforce of next generation young leaders and non-profits who dedicate their mission to social impact in communities, the Western New York region saw an influx of eclectic and diverse projects being run by non-traditional leaders in the community. In this session, learn how the PMI Buffalo Chapter revamped its Project of the Year Program's strategic outreach plans to better attract and engage these diverse audiences. We will also discuss how chapters can assess the state of their current outreach and social media/marketing programs and learn how to tailor them to attract broader and more diverse audiences such as young leaders and community non-profits.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Develop a strategic outreach plan that targets the engagement of diverse audiences (next gen leaders and non-profits).• Use social media in strategic and creative ways to engage diverse audiences (next gen leaders and non-profits).
Speakers
avatar for Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP

Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP

VP, Outreach, PMI Buffalo Chapter
Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP is a senior systems engineer and strategist in the aerospace industry with a diverse array of experience serving in technical and research-oriented roles on large-scale, high-impact projects spanning data science, aerospace engineering, software engineering... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
123
  Marketing & Communications Track

5:00pm EDT

#135 - Targeted Marketing: Data Driven Insights for Better Communication
Description:
Today our members are bombarded with hundreds of emails, multiple social media sites and other activities taking time out of their already busy schedule. So how do you get their attention? This session will look into how our chapter used data, including analytics and persona characteristics, to get members to open our emails and target better information for each and every member. Open rates went from being below industry average to exceeding industry standards in three months. Every chapter can look at changing the way they market to get better open rates on their communication and target the right information to each member.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Discuss how to use data to get better open rates on emails.• Demonstrate how to tailor emails for the right members.• Use new marketing techniques to grab member's attention.
Speakers
avatar for Penny Hill, PMP

Penny Hill, PMP

VP Marketing, Mile-Hi Chapter

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
121C
  Marketing & Communications Track

5:00pm EDT

#136 - The Travelling Water Bottle Campaign: Engaging Members through Social Media
Description:
Engaging members and volunteers is always challenging for PMI chapters. Learn how traveling water bottles support PMI Canada's Technology Triangle Chapter in achieving chapter objectives – and what water bottles have to do with a social media campaign.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Assess and implement innovative initiatives to increase member engagement and achieve strategic goals.• Discuss a different approach for a social media campaign.
Speakers
avatar for Ming Li, PMP

Ming Li, PMP

Director of Communications and Marketing, Canada's Technology Triangle Chapter
Ming currently serves the PMI-CTT Chapter of The Project Management Institute, as one of the Board of Directors. He is accountable for the oversight and strategic vision of the Communications and Marketing portfolio. Prior to this role, Ming was the VP – Social Media for the Chapter... Read More →
avatar for Diogo Magalhaes, PMP

Diogo Magalhaes, PMP

President, Canada's Technology Triangle Chapter
Diogo Magalhaes is a project management enthusiast with more than 18 years of experience in the technology, education and government fields. He discovered his passion for project management when he started leading software development teams in Brazil. He has been involved with PMI... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
122A
  Marketing & Communications Track

5:00pm EDT

#138 - Using Podcasts to Engage Members
Description:
PMI and chapter members on consuming information in a variety of ways, from meetings to social media, websites and even podcasts. Learn how the Ireland Chapter's successful podcast keeps members engaged and piques interest in potential members.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Discuss how podcasts can attract new chapter members.• Demonstrate how a podcast may work for your chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Robert O'Donohue, PMP

Robert O'Donohue, PMP

Director of Member Communications, Ireland Chapter
Rob is a Director of PMO for Dell IT, Leadership Coach & Management Consultant with 20 years' experience in multinational organizations including EMC, Dell, GMAC & Ericsson. He has held leadership positions during this time in IT, strategy, project management, business operations... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
124
  Marketing & Communications Track

5:00pm EDT

#131 - PMI Parana Chapter Member Value and Experience Program
Description:
Learn about PMI Parana Chapter's "Value Program," an integrated initiative that combines projects that have direct impact to members and are priorities for the chapter. Some of the projects included are: Member Mentoring (connecting PM Pros to NextGen PMs); Certified Member Success (credential recognition); PM Opportunities (connecting members to jobs); and Member Relationship Management (monitoring member expiration). This initiative was responsible for a notable increase in their first year retention rate and praised by many members as the reason for joining or staying with the chapter.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how to leverage best practices based on the "Value Programs." • Discuss how to maximize membership potential with a program such as "Value Programs."
Speakers
avatar for Lucas Furlan, CAPM

Lucas Furlan, CAPM

President, Parana Chapter
Lucas Furlan is Head of Commercial & Marketing at Via Grafit | Trainer at Enteléquia Educação | Vice-President at PMI Parana. MS Project Specialist certified by Microsoft®, CAPM® Certified by PMI® and Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma.
avatar for Patricia Goulart, PMP

Patricia Goulart, PMP

Director of Professional Development, Parana Chapter
Professional with over 10 years of experience in Information Technology. Degree in Information Systems, MBA in Project Management. Specialist in Project, Program and Porffolio Management certified as PMP®, PMO-CP®, SAP Activate Project Manager,® Scrum® and DevOps®. Strong experience... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
121A
  Membership Track

5:00pm EDT

#133 - Implementing an Embracing Academic Program to Acquire and Retain Members
Description:
Many chapters face challenges in retaining members, but in retaining student members, the challenge is even greater. Since 2013 more than 2,000 students became members of the PMI São Paulo Chapter through a partnership between the chapter and an established R.E.P., Senac, which pays for all project management post-graduate students to become PMI members for the first year. This model of academic partnership has been replicated with other respected institutions in São Paulo, which has allowed another 200 students to become members.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how an academic program can help the chapter acquire and retain student members. • Discuss how to implement a successful academic program to acquire and retain members.
Speakers
avatar for Andre Ricardi, PMP

Andre Ricardi, PMP

Operations Vice-President, PMI Sao Paulo, Brazil Chapter
PMI Sao Paulo, Brazil Chapter Officer since 2015. Elected Operations Vice President for 2019-2020.Volunteer experience: PMI Global, PMI Sao Paulo, Senac and dozens of charitable organizations.33 years professional experience as Director, Project Manager and Systems Analyst. He managed... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
121B
  Outreach

5:00pm EDT

#129 - Creating a Low Risk, High Impact Chapter Symposium
Description:
Most chapters struggle to host a chapter symposium. Challenges are numerous and can include volunteers, location, costs, speakers and revenue. While each PMI chapter is a non-profit we realize that income is essential to supporting chapter functions that our members want. PMI Tampa Bay Chapter was able to structure a symposium that resulted in a low risk event that generated more than $12,000 in revenue for the chapter. In this presentation you will learn a strategy that was found to greatly reduce obligated expenses, resource hours and planning time.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Create a low-risk symposium.• Maximize chapter member benefits.
Speakers
avatar for Wayne Brantley, PMI-ACP, PMP

Wayne Brantley, PMI-ACP, PMP

VP Marketing, PMI Tampa Bay
Wayne is the President of Brantley Consulting Corporation, A Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. Wayne is the Past-President of PMI Tampa Bay and is a John C. Maxwell certified Speaker, Trainer, Teacher, and Consultant. Wayne has taught and consulted project management, quality... Read More →
avatar for Sanjay Kumar, PMP

Sanjay Kumar, PMP

Technology Member Advisory Group
IT Project Manager, Architect and PMP with more than 15 years' experience from Fortune 500 companies. Experience working in a highly complex, high performance, technically heterogeneous, cross functional environment in executing several multidisciplinary projects being deployed in... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
126A
  Professional Development Track

5:00pm EDT

#137 - Project You: The Basics of Planning a Conference/Symposium
Description:
Creating a unique conference for the project management community is PMI Houston's biggest initiative each year. It can seem overwhelming but you can accomplish a 1-2 day event with some basic tools and feedback from your members. In this session, review the steps and tools we use to manage our conference.

Learning Objectives:
the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• List key steps and timeline to host an event.• Discuss a speaker selection process.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Machol, PMP

Lauren Machol, PMP

VP Professional Development, Houston Chapter
Lauren Machol obtained her Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Texas A&M University in 2012 but quickly realized her passion for customer relationship building and project management. She has been working in the software industry since 2014 and obtained her PMP in... Read More →
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Amy Stonesifer

Past President, Houston Chapter
Amy Stonesifer has volunteered for the PMI Houston Chapter over 8 years and served as Chapter President 2017 and conference Project Manager 2019. Amy works for Memorial Hermann Healthcare in custom software development as an Application Analyst focused on software design, build and... Read More →

Thursday October 3, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
122B
  Professional Development Track

6:00pm EDT

PMI 50th Anniversary Celebration
Description:
Join the PMI Board of Directors, PMI staff and your chapter colleagues as we celebrate PMI's 50th anniversary.
Thursday October 3, 2019 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Grand Hall, Level 3
  Other
 
Friday, October 4
 

8:00am EDT

#200 - Make the Most of Your LIM Experience with a Relaxed Mind through Meditation
Description:
LIM is a great meeting but can be exhausting! In the midst of learning, networking and maybe some dancing, we may find ourselves in mental and physical overload. In this session, take a few minutes to clear and reboot your mind space. Come have a seat, close your eyes, hit the pause button, take some deep breaths, and reconnect to your mindful state. Being actively aware in each moment will help you to make the most of your Leadership Institute Meeting experience. Seating is limited and is on a first-come. Attendees will not be permitted to join the session after it has started.
Speakers
avatar for Becky Shipos

Becky Shipos

Volunteer Programs & Services Administrator, PMI
Becky is a member of the Volunteer Programs & Services Department. She is committed to practicing the pause many times each day and sharing the rewards that come with others.

Friday October 4, 2019 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
120A
  Wellness Track

8:00am EDT

Continental Breakfast
Description:
Join us for networking, freshly brewed coffee and light breakfast treats
Friday October 4, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Terrace Ballroom 4, Level 4
  Other

8:00am EDT

Volunteer Resource Center – LIVE!
Description:
Visit this resource and networking area to talk with PMI staff, use the self-serve stations to find information and pick up resources to take back to your chapter. Plus, live mini presentations every day!
Friday October 4, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

8:00am EDT

Registration and Badge Pick-Up
Description:
Friday October 4, 2019 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Broad Street Atrium
  Other

8:15am EDT

Quick Course: Learn about Snippets
Description:
Take a tour through PMI's new beta product, Snippets. Snippets are bite-sized pieces of curated project management content that are available as articles, videos, and podcasts that run from 2-12 minutes in length.
Friday October 4, 2019 8:15am - 8:30am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

9:00am EDT

#201 - How to Engage Emerging Professionals with Your Local Chapter (Panel Discussion)
Description:
Join this interactive session to hear emerging project management professionals share the WHY behind their engagement with local chapters. Ask questions of a panel of emerging professionals and hear their insights on successful approaches to attract and keep young practitioners involved in your chapter's activities. At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe good practices for engaging emerging professionals.• Describe ways to keep emerging professionals engaged with the chapter.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe good practices for engaging emerging professionals.• Describe ways to keep emerging professionals engaged with the chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Miguel Cotrina, PMP

Miguel Cotrina, PMP

President, Norte Peru Chapter
Miguel Cotrina is a System Engineer with specialty in project management, information technology, software engineering, and cloud computing, with more than ten years of experience. He got his masters degree in Project Management at the University of Maryland, being a grantee of the... Read More →
avatar for Aliki Courmanopoulos, PMP

Aliki Courmanopoulos, PMP

Marketing VP, Montreal Chapter
Aliki Courmanopoulos, M.Phil, PMP, is Director of Marketing and Communications for PMI-Montreal. She has a masters diploma in Communications and Media Strategy from the University of Sherbrooke. She has presented at PMI LIM events in New Orleans, Orlando, Phoenix, Barcelona and San... Read More →
WM

William Meller

Director, Volunteers, Rio Grande do Sul Chapter
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Cristina Olaru

Academic Programs Specialist, PMI
As the Academic Programs Specialist for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, Cristina Olaru is responsible for leading the academic institutions engagement activities in these regions. In her role, Cristina is working with universities to provide support and information for... Read More →
MP

Monika Petrova, PMP

President, Puget Sound Chapter
Enthusiastic and innovative business leader with 6 years' experience in program, project and product management, finance, marketing, data privacy, relationship building and problem solving. Drives progressive improvements by seeing the big picture and executing incremental solutions... Read More →
avatar for Prabhu Rajpurohit, CAPM

Prabhu Rajpurohit, CAPM

Secretary, Mumbai Chapter
Prabhu Rajpurohit is a Volunteer with PMI since 2009 and Secretary at the PMI Mumbai Chapter, India. He is a B.Tech graduate from NMIMS University and also holds a CAPM certification from PMI. Prabhu has volunteered with PMI Mumbai chapter in multiple portfolios and is a regular attendee... Read More →
avatar for Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP

Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP

VP, Outreach, PMI Buffalo Chapter
Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP is a senior systems engineer and strategist in the aerospace industry with a diverse array of experience serving in technical and research-oriented roles on large-scale, high-impact projects spanning data science, aerospace engineering, software engineering... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
120C
  Academic Track

9:00am EDT

#202 - Chapter Sustainability: From Board Nominations to Onboarding
Description:
Using a number of PMI's Chapter Leaders' Guides as tools, this session will address the "what and the how" of creating a sustainable chapter through leadership succession planning. We will explore policies, processes and good practices.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe best practices in succession planning. • Discuss policies and processes to help chapters operate in a sustainable model.
Speakers
avatar for Judy Brennan

Judy Brennan

Chapter Partner, Regions 4 & 6, PMI
Judy Brennan, IOM, Chapter Partner for Region 4 (East Central North America) and Region 6 (South Central North America) supports chapter leadership in business, operational, board transition planning and execution to ensure their success. She has been employed with Project Management... Read More →
avatar for Beth Ouellette, PMI-PBA, PMP, PgMP, PMI-Fellow

Beth Ouellette, PMI-PBA, PMP, PgMP, PMI-Fellow

Chapter Member Advisory Group
Beth Ouellette, President, The Ouellette Group, works with teams across the globe implementing value-added Portfolio, Program and Project Management best practices. Combining business management and technology skills, she has been successful assisting executive teams with organizational... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
120B
  Association Governance Track

9:00am EDT

#203 - Take the PMI Challenge – Test Your Knowledge: Chapter Management, Tools & Resources and more...
Description:
Join this fast- paced game-show session to and test and increase your knowledge of PMI Wits.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• List the resources available to chapter leaders.• Describe the basics of chapter management.
Speakers
avatar for Nina Holman

Nina Holman

Chapter Administrator – Regions 4 & 6, PMI

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
120A
  Association Governance Track

9:00am EDT

#208 - Chapter Finances 201: Financial Responsibilities for the Chapter
Description:
This session will be focused on the development of a solid financial plan for the chapter, which will include the annual planning process leading to a budget and the budget-tracking process. It will also cover policies that should be adopted, including reserves, reporting requirements (monthly, quarterly and annual reports) and regulatory reporting.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how the budget is incorporated into annual planning. • Discuss the financial policies chapters should adopt.
Speakers
avatar for April Burton

April Burton

Chapter Partner – Regions 1 & 7, PMI
April C. Burton, IOM, has over 10 years of customer service experience and seven of them were heavily focused on volunteer relations and association management. As the Chapter Partner for Regions 1 and 7, April develops strong relationships that will effectively drive key chapter... Read More →
avatar for Abul Kamal, PMP

Abul Kamal, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
121C
  Financial Management Track

9:00am EDT

#206 - How Can We? How Great Leaders Foster Innovation and Problem Solving
Description:
What would happen if every member of your chapter team came focused on finding solutions and creating better results? Based on ground-breaking new research in innovation and problem solving, you'll learn what leaders like you are doing to build more creative and solutions-oriented teams. We'll explore the root causes of the FOSU (fear of speaking up) epidemic and how to turn fear and frustration to innovation. Join this workshop to learn how to create an innovative culture within your PMI chapter.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe good practices for building creative and solutions-oriented teams. • Describe FOSU (fear of speaking up) and its impact on chapter productivity.
Speakers
avatar for David Dye

David Dye

Professional Speaker & Author, Let's Grow Leaders
Author, international keynote speaker, and consultant David Dye gives leaders the roadmap they need to transform results.David works with leaders around the world who want to achieve breakthrough results without losing their soul (or mind) in the process.He gets it because he's been... Read More →
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Karin Hurt

Professional Speaker & Author, Let's Grow Leaders
Author and international speaker and consultant Karin Hurt inspires transformational change.2017 and 2018 Inc.'s list of 100 Great Leadership Speakers and American Management Association's 50 Leaders to Watch, Karin Hurt helps leaders from around the world achieve breakthrough results... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
124
  Leadership Development Track

9:00am EDT

#207 - Harnessing the Skills to Be a Great Chapter Leader
Description:
Empathy is the foundation of everything you will need to be successful as a chapter leader. It is the basis of relationships and trust. It is what will separate the good from the great. Add to this skilled communication. How you deliver a message is as, or sometimes more, important as the message itself. Learn to harness the power of story. The right kind of narrative is more powerful than logic.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how empathy is the basis of trust and relationships. • Identify how to use effective communication, including storytelling, to engage your chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Spencer Horn

Spencer Horn

Professional Speaker and Coach

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
121B
  Leadership Development Track

9:00am EDT

#209 - Transformation Update: Working with Stakeholder Groups in PMI 2.0
Description:
As PMI's transformation evolves, how PMI will work with its stakeholders becomes clearer. In this session, the business owners of the five "partner channels" (volunteers, organizations, educational providers, academia and chapters) will provide an update of the work they are doing toward making PMI the association of the future.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the stakeholder groups PMI is focusing on.• Discuss the findings and plans of each of the five stakeholder groups.
Speakers
avatar for Joanne DeSantis

Joanne DeSantis

Manager, Volunteer Programs & Services, PMI
Joanne has been with PMI since 2010 and has oversight of the Volunteer Programs and Services areas for the Institute. In this capacity she oversees the development and implementation of programs and services to support meaningful experiences for PMI's diverse group of global volunteers... Read More →
avatar for Beth Horgan

Beth Horgan

Director, Global Engagment, PMI
avatar for Yekta Karime

Yekta Karime

Manager, Strategy, PMI
Yekta Karimi is a Strategy Manager supporting the strategy development and vision alignment for many of PMI's stakeholder groups. Yekta is responsible for ensuring that broader PMI vision is aligned to our stakeholders' needs and concerns while managing the strategy and coordination... Read More →
avatar for Heather Ramsey

Heather Ramsey

Manager, Academic Programs,, PMI
Heather Ramsey joined PMI in 2013 and is the manager of academic programs with oversight of the Global Accreditation Center for Project Management (GAC) and outreach with university faculty and students and emerging professionals. Heather has over 26 years of experience in higher... Read More →
avatar for Brantlee Underhill

Brantlee Underhill

Director, Chapters & Volunteers, PMI
Brantlee Underhill is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) accountable for the leadership, development and direction of Project Management Institute's (PMI) chapter community and volunteer programs. As the Director of Chapters and Volunteers, Brantlee aligns PMI's strategy and... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
123
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

9:00am EDT

#210 - Best Practices in Annual Planning & Core Services
Description:
PMI provides the Catalog of Core Services detailing the services chapters must provide to members. These services are designed to meet expectations, and are identified as the main motivations for individuals to join or maintain a membership with their local chapter. Attend this session to learn from fellow chapter leaders how they have been successful in creating an annual plan and meeting the needs of their members.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how a chapter can focus its services on the individual through career development. • Describe the core services every chapter must offer its membership.This session is also available Thursday, 1:45 p.m.
Speakers
avatar for Joyce Kelley

Joyce Kelley

Chapter Partner, Regions 5 & 14, PMI
Joyce Kelley is the PMI Chapter Partner for the Mid-Atlantic North America and Southeast North America-Caribbean regions and supports 38 Chapters. As the Chapter Partner for Regions 5 and 14, Joyce has developed strong relationships with these Chapter Leaders. Joyce strongly believes... Read More →
avatar for Michelle Venezia, PMI-ACP, PMP, PfMP

Michelle Venezia, PMI-ACP, PMP, PfMP

Trustee and Chapter Liaison to PMIEF, PMI Rochester Chapter
Michelle Venezia has held various board level roles with the PMI Rochester Chapter including VP of Marketing & Communications, Executive Vice President, President, and Trustee. Passionate about using project management for social good, she is currently serving as PMI Rochester's Chapter... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
122A
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

9:00am EDT

#211 - Choose Your WoW! Disciplined Agile Strategies for Optimizing Your Way of Working (WoW)
Description:
PMI recently acquired Disciplined Agile. Join Scott W. Ambler and Mark Lines, creators of Disciplined Agile (DA) to learn what DA is, why PMI made this acquisition, and what it means for the PMI community and its chapters. Learn about the new plans for DA Evangelists in the chapters. The DA toolkit is the most comprehensive and well organized agile body of knowledge in existence. Find out how DA can help any project team become more effective by applying techniques from this toolkit regardless of what methodology or framework you currently use.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to: Understand why PMI acquired Disciplined Agile and what it means to PMI members and Chapters; Describe what Disciplined Agile is and how it compares to other agile methods and frameworks; Understand how Chapters can help their membership to learn about Disciplined Agile and be more effective on their agile projects; Describe what it means to "Choose your Way of Working" on your projects
Speakers
avatar for Scott Ambler

Scott Ambler

Chief Scientist, Disciplined Agile, PMI
avatar for Mark Lines

Mark Lines

VP Disciplined Agile, PMI
Mark Lines is Vice President of Disciplined Agile at the Project Management Institute. He is co-creator with Scott Ambler of the Disciplined Agile framework and co-author with Scott of four books on DA. Mark has been applying agile and lean methodologies for over 25 years. He has... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
122B
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

9:00am EDT

#212 - Region Mentor Track
Description:
Note: This session is by invitation only and is open to volunteers serving in a Region Mentor role.
Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
125
  Region Mentor Track

9:00am EDT

#205 - Unconference – Technology
Description:
This open-forum format session provides the opportunity to network, share ideas and learn how your peers are achieving success in their chapter in terms of technology. Come with a topic in mind and start a discussion, or see what others want to discuss. Facilitators will organize the room, start the discussion and be on hand to answer question if needed.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe way to be innovative with technology in your chapter.• List successful technology approaches used by other chapters.
Speakers
avatar for Hellen Almeida

Hellen Almeida

Chapter Partner – Region 13, PMI
Hellen Almeida is accountable for the leadership, development and direction of the 15 PMI chapters in Brazil. As a chapter partner, Hellen works on developing the chapters' strategy and operational plans to serve chapter leaders and empower them to turn their ideas into reality and... Read More →
avatar for Joe Falu

Joe Falu

Chapter Administrator – Region 13, Northern & Southern Latin America, PMI
avatar for Mike Liddy

Mike Liddy

Chapter System Support Specialist, PMI

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
126A
  Technology Track

9:00am EDT

#204 - Military Engagement
Description:
This session is designed for new leaders to learn how to support the engagement of military personnel in their chapters. This member group is unique because their experience in project management does not always come from a traditional business background. The session includes chapter case studies and best practices. In addition, PMI will introduce its new partner in the Military Initiative, Pearson VUE.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how to support the engagement of military personnel.• Discuss how to implement a military program in your chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Kerry Brooks

Kerry Brooks

Global Product Manager, PMI
Kerry Brooks is with PMI's Global Membership Team. She has over 20 years of strategic marketing and product management experience. Kerry is currently leading PMI's program to educate and assist the military community as they successfully transition into project management. In addition... Read More →
avatar for Paul Martin, PMP

Paul Martin, PMP

Vice President, Military Outreach, Phoenix Chapter
avatar for Robert Michaud, PMP

Robert Michaud, PMP

Military Liaison, North Carolina Chapter
Robert Michaud enlisted in the Marine Reserve during college and was commissioned in 1988 after graduating with a B.S. in Biology. He served 23 years on active duty and in the reserves being mobilized twice. Upon leaving active duty he worked at Ericsson and Solectron before joining... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
121A
  Volunteer Engagement Track

10:15am EDT

Networking Break Volunteer Resource Center – LIVE!
Description:
Visit this resource and networking area to talk with PMI staff, use the self-serve stations to find information and pick up resources to take back to your chapter. Plus, live mini presentations every day!
Friday October 4, 2019 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

10:20am EDT

Quick Course: Certification Update: New PMP Launches 1 July 2020
Description:
Our PMP® certification exam update is unlike any before. Join us for highlights on the new exam content, including three domains (People, Process and Business Environment) and incorporation of predictive, agile and hybrid project approaches.
Friday October 4, 2019 10:20am - 10:35am EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

10:45am EDT

#216 - When Board Governance is Not Enough: More than Best Practice
Description:
The PMI Vancouver Island Chapter, through the lens of PMI's winning aspiration of "empowering people to make ideas a reality," identified key areas that needed to mature within their structure in order to move beyond good governance to good work. Through simple and subtle ways, the board learned to take personal responsibility, be passionate, think long term and create a safe space to lead. They discovered how to stop micromanaging through enforcing old policies, build trust over time and spend time better understanding how members interact with each other. Fundamentally, by focusing on PMI's transformational strategy, they moved their leadership style from a traditional, best practice based model to a servant leadership style of board governance. They prioritized empathy, listening, awareness and healing all the while working toward conceptualization, persuasion, stewardship, community building and committing to the growth of the greater membership of the chapter.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Discuss the need to foster board relationships that create collaboration and ownership.• Discuss how to value and create space for board members' unique gifts and skills sets.
Speakers
avatar for Slav Grygierowski, PMP

Slav Grygierowski, PMP

Director of Outreach, PMI Vancouver Island
Slav has over eighteen years of leadership experience in project management, landscape design and construction, and day-to-day municipal parks operations. He has significant background in planning, coordinating, and supervising of interdepartmental landscape and parks construction... Read More →
avatar for Liam McKeracher, PMP

Liam McKeracher, PMP

President Elect, PMI Vancouver Island
Liam holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and has completed Certified Scrum Master (CSM) training. As a former Officer in the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), Liam spent five years in operations management roles on board RCN Ships and another five years as an instructor... Read More →
avatar for Amber McMillan, PMI-PBA

Amber McMillan, PMI-PBA

President, PMI Vancouver Island
A diversely skilled project and change manager, teacher and trainer with unique aptitude for innovating and leading complex initiatives, Amber works hard to create and sustain positive working and learning environments through team building, motivation and her own contagious enthusiasm.Amber's... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
121A
  Association Governance Track

10:45am EDT

#213 - Chapter Awards Finalist Spotlight: Category II, 301-1500 Members
Description:
In this session, finalists for Chapter of the Year talk about how they qualified for the award and what they believe makes their chapter award worthy. Learn from the best of the best. Learn from the best of the best. This session will highlight chapters from Category II: 301-1500 members.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Benner

Laura Benner

Chapter Administrator – Regions 1 & 7, PMI
Laura Benner, SHRM-CP is a Chapter Administrator at the Global Headquarters of PMI and serves as a resource to Region 1 and Region 7 by developing and maintaining relationships to support Chapter leaders, assisting in Chapter inquiries, and resolving complex support queries. Laura... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
120A
  Leadership Development Track

10:45am EDT

#214 - Creating Leaders for the Future
Description:
In an effort to engage the next generation of project managers (15-25 years old), PMs for the Future, or PMIRS' Academy for Talented Youngsters was created. Inspired by in the X-Man comic book series, participants from the program will help conduct the presentation using their "special abilities" of team leadership and communication, while "Professor Xavier" will give guidance and encouragement. This interactive session will help participants plan a similar program in their own chapter.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to: • Describe how to create a program to attract young students to be members and volunteers.• Create a win-win environment where students can develop their skills and the chapter can get new leaders for the future.
Speakers
avatar for Fernando Bartelle, PMP

Fernando Bartelle, PMP

President, PMI Rio Grande do Sul Chapter
Fernando has been involved with PMIRS since 2014. He is currently President of the chapter. He has been a panelist, presenter, instructor, course planner, panel mediator, project manager, coordinator, featured writer in several projects within the Chapter. e He's been a VP of Volunteers... Read More →
avatar for Aline Dal Bo

Aline Dal Bo

Youngsters Group Project Manager, PMI Rio Grande do Sul
An Academic Bachelor of Law, Aline participated in projects of young entrepreneurship, with honors. She also participates in social and volunteer projects, as well as researches in the field of social sciences. Currently, she participates at PMIRS as a teammember and project manager... Read More →
avatar for Mariela Haidée Aranda, PMP

Mariela Haidée Aranda, PMP

Social Projects Director, Rio Grande do Sul Chapter
Mariela is a proud volunteer of PMIRS since 2012. Her professional journey include a bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering, a MSc in Production Engineering at UFRGS and a Pos-Graduate MBA in Leadership. She is a certified PMP, HCMP and PMO-CP. MBA professor and Program & Project... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
120B
  Leadership Development Track

10:45am EDT

#221 - Conflict – Rise Above It
Description:
Chapter leaders should do all in their abilities to resolve conflicts on their board or in their chapter in as positive a manner as possible. An important first step for leaders to adequately manage conflict is to be able to openly discuss differences. This interactive session will provide guidance and tools for achieving this, including an exercise participants can take back to their boards.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Demonstrate how to explore conflict as a change agent, and how to use the appropriate response pattern to resolve conflicts.• Discuss the stages of team development, and the effect on team dynamics and conflict resolution.
Speakers
avatar for Theresa Luebcke, PMP

Theresa Luebcke, PMP

Advisor, Metropolitan St. Louis Chapter
Theresa has been retired from work with EDS/HP after 27 years. During this time, she held many positions, including various Manager positions and as Project Manager for over 6 years, with a Global Support Team for GM. As PM for the Global Team, she worked with a mostly virtual team... Read More →
avatar for Venus Patel, PMI-PBA, PMP

Venus Patel, PMI-PBA, PMP

Past President, Metropolitan St. Louis PMI Chapter
Venus Patel is the immediate Past President for PMI Metro St. Louis Chapter. He has worked with five different board generations; holding various Volunteer positions beginning as a Director, serving in multiple Vice President roles and as President of the (then) 1800 member Chapter... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
124
  Leadership Development Track

10:45am EDT

#224 - Our Volunteers – Our Future: Meeting the Needs of Volunteers and Members
Description:
Volunteers are at the heart of every chapter, and are often a core group who deliver again and again and again. In this session learn how can you support their life balance and widen your core team to include those with differing contributions and skills. Learn how the PMI United Kingdom Chapter is trialing innovative approaches to attract volunteers to better represent the chapter and take advantage of the different ways people want to give back to the profession.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Discuss the diversity literature, and how a diverse set of backgrounds make for better decision making. • List nontraditional ways people can volunteer.• List ways to support the life balance of your volunteers.
Speakers
avatar for Joanna Newman, PMP

Joanna Newman, PMP

Director Chapter Operations, United Kingdom Chapter
Joanna is passionate about technology, digital transformation and strategy as enablers for successful businesses. She operates globally in the technology and telco markets and her teams have received global awards for outstanding technical achievement. When Joanna is not making a... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
122B
  Leadership Development Track

10:45am EDT

#217 - Using Social Media to Create Chapter Value
Description:
In this session we will talk about four major social media platforms used by the PMI Toronto Chapter and how to use them effectively for professional development and networking opportunities. We will use examples from our chapter on how we have been deliberate in our use of social media, from standardizing the look and feel of our email communications, to the content and timing of what we post and when. Everything we do is done with the intent to increase brand awareness as we engage our communities, grow our followers, drive event registration and increase overall membership. Leveraging social media has placed our chapter on track to grow our followers across Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram by more than 50% for the year.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Use social media to build strong connections within their communities, increase event registration and grow membership.• Leverage social media with greater confidence.
Speakers
avatar for Robert Hanimyan, PMP

Robert Hanimyan, PMP

Board Director, PMI Toronto Chapter
Robert Hanimyan has 20 years of experience in Operational Excellence and Business Consulting. He obtained his Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto specializing in Management and Economics, is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP)® and Lean Six Sigma Black... Read More →
avatar for Victoria Nguyen, PMP

Victoria Nguyen, PMP

Board Director, Toronto Chapter
Victoria Nguyen is Vice President, Enterprise Program Execution Office at TD Bank Financial Group. Based in Canada, Victoria is a seasoned executive responsible for leading complex, pan-enterprise delivery of the bank's major initiatives including strategic and regulatory programs... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
121B
  Marketing & Communications Track

10:45am EDT

#218 - Focusing on the New Customer Journey Experience – and We Finally Grew!
Description:
Three years ago, the retention rate for the PMI Lima Peru Chapter was 11%. After implementing tactical plans based on studies of both the new customer journey and the current members, the chapter has a retention rate of 55% and the number of members has increased by 20%. We were able to meet the needs of both new and established chapter members.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how focusing on the new customer journey experience can help a chapter execute action plans based on member expectations.• Describe the importance of harmonizing the strategic plan and achieving a stable platform to achieve chapter member growth and retention.
Speakers
avatar for Rocio De La Cuadra, PMP

Rocio De La Cuadra, PMP

VP Program, Lima Peru Chapter
Senior Executive Professional, Economist, MBA and Project Management Professional PMP®. With 25 years of experience and more than 10 of them as Project Manager in international Companies, leading Industry Companies, Marketing, Supply Chain and Development New Products Projects. Professor... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
121C
  Membership Track

10:45am EDT

#222 - How to Leverage Chapter Sponsorship to Increase Membership
Description:
The triple constraint for chapter membership is made up of chapter events, chapter profile and chapter sponsorship. Sponsorship allows more events, which increases the membership, which drives the profile, which encourages more sponsors to engage. Learn how the PMI Ireland Chapter has leveraged sponsorship to drive membership growth, and understand the critical steps required to build a long lasting win-win relationship with chapter sponsors.
Speakers
avatar for Pat Lucey, PMP

Pat Lucey, PMP

President, Ireland Chapter
Pat Lucey is Founder and CEO of Aspira, the Consulting and Technology company, and is also the President of the Ireland Chapter PMI. Pat is a thought leader in the application of Project Management techniques across a range of different applications and transformations, having delivered... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
123
  Membership Track

10:45am EDT

#219 - Executive Outreach – Harnessing Local Executive Leadership through an Executive Council Model
Description:
This session will provide information to help chapters decide if there is value in pursuing an executive outreach program drawing from the PMI Chicagoland Chapter experience. We will define the program and discuss the benefits to chapters in creating one. We will provide an overview of key lessons around how to launch, structure, govern and support an executive outreach program.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how their chapter can benefit in supporting these programs to engage the unreachable executive-level.• Describe how to structure and launch a specific executive outreach program, including how to show chapter value benefits.
Speakers
avatar for Ura Puranda, PMP

Ura Puranda, PMP

Vice President Business Outreach, Chicagoland Chapter
Ura Puranda is a talented thought leader with over twenty-five years of project leadership and management consulting experience. This is supplemented by a strong Information Systems technology background leading teams and mission critical initiatives to enterprise-wide solutions... Read More →
avatar for Ryan Siegel, PMP

Ryan Siegel, PMP

Director of Executive Council, PMI Chicagoland Chapter
Ryan is an experienced, credentialed (PMP, CSPO, Prosci ADKAR, LSSGB) leader who specializes in the implementation of major organizational change initiatives across large enterprises. He is a highly accomplished leader with 18 years of progressive experience in project and program... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
122A
  Outreach

10:45am EDT

#215 - Organizing a Great Congress (Don't Settle for Less!)
Description:
The purpose of this presentation is to share experience, tools and techniques that are indispensable for organizing an event that is not just good, but great. PMI Guatemala Chapter's Congress has become one of the main reasons members join the chapter and remain. The success/failure of similar events depends on the handling of three elements: 1) Administrative: budget, schedule, strategic partners (sponsors, suppliers); 2) Content: event main theme, speakers, day-of-the-event-experience, etc.; and 3) Communications/Marketing: name of the event, communication strategy.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Identify how to use the main tools and techniques needed to organize a great congress.• List best practices for organizing a great congress.
Speakers
avatar for Mauricio Fuentes, PMP

Mauricio Fuentes, PMP

PMI Guatemala Chapter Delegation, PMI Guatemala Chapter
Project Management Professional (PMP)Master in Business Administration (MBA) - Furtwangen University (Germany)Bachelor of Economics and Business - Escuela Superior de Economia y Negocios (El Salvador)Experience in management and leadership as well as in strategic planning, project... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
120C
  Professional Development Track

10:45am EDT

#223 - The Value of a Certification Event
Description:
A certification event is a chapter staple every year for the PMI Delaware Valley Chapter. It is a great opportunity to introduce new and prospective members to the chapter and to PMI certifications. The event also supports current members to achieve additional certifications and earn PDUs. The event creates networking opportunities with educational alliances and fellow members, plus provides volunteer opportunities within the chapter and the community. Learn the value of offering a certification event.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Present all of PMI's certifications to event attendees.• Create educational alliances for your chapter.• Describe the value of a certification in a career path.
Speakers
avatar for Kristi Baldwin, PMP

Kristi Baldwin, PMP

Director of Governance, Delaware Valley Chapter
Kristi's career over the last 30 years has been primarily in the information technology field. Starting with 10 years at The Walt Disney Company, she learned IT from the ground up. She started with the help desk and eventually started managing IT teams and training PC teams to support... Read More →
avatar for Frank McKeown, PMP

Frank McKeown, PMP

VP Programs, Delaware Valley Chapter
As Vice President of Professional Development, Frank and his team are responsible to plan monthly events for the PMI Delaware Valley Chapter (PMI-DVC). These events include monthly dinners with guest speakers on various project management related activities. The Professional Development... Read More →
avatar for Bill Schnauffer, PMP

Bill Schnauffer, PMP

Education Committee Volunteer, Delaware Valley Chapter
Bill has the rare distinction of being employed at the same company for a long career, from the early days of computers entering the business world until today where computers are literally everywhere. The name of his employer has changed over the years due to mergers (DEC->CPQ->HP->... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
126A
  Professional Development Track

10:45am EDT

#220 - Empowering Next Gen Volunteer Leaders
Description:
The presentation highlights the importance of empowerment of next gen chapter volunteer leaders by the senior chapter leadership. The audience will review a practical use case where the PMI Silicon Valley Chapter, through its chapter leadership program, empowered the volunteer leaders to successfully organize the Chapter Annual Symposium in October 2018. The presentation highlights the importance of different leadership styles and situational mentoring and coaching. The presentation shares the actual challenges and successes as shared by the volunteers and participants, and encourages other PMI chapters to adopt some of the best practices and techniques shared in the presentation and develop new leaders for chapter continuity and membership growth.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• List different leadership styles, empowerment behaviors and integrated leadership training and development techniques. • Discuss how to develop leaders in the chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Terrie Mui, PMP

Terrie Mui, PMP

VP Strategy, PMI Silicon Valley
Terrie is a successful leader driving cross-functional teams to fulfill the needs of Fortune 1000 companies. Currently a Principal Program Manager at Maxar Technologies Space Systems, she has led system development and implementation programs for strategic international customers... Read More →
avatar for Bhanu Viswanadha, PMI-ACP, PMP

Bhanu Viswanadha, PMI-ACP, PMP

Director Outreach, PMI Silicon Valley

Friday October 4, 2019 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
125
  Volunteer Engagement Track

11:45am EDT

#225 - 2019 Chapter Awards Program / Leadership Institute Master Class Graduation Ceremony and Luncheon
Description:
You won't want to be late for this year's Awards Luncheon! We will be announcing the recipients of the 2019 PMI Chapter Awards and cheering on the graduating class of the Leadership Institute Master Class (LIMC). Join us this evening for a celebratory networking social in honor of the chapter winners and LIMC graduates.
Friday October 4, 2019 11:45am - 1:15pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom, Level 4
  Other

1:30pm EDT

#228 - Chapter Planning for Academic Outreach 101: A Beginner's Guide to Engaging Universities and Colleges
Description:
Join us for a "101" level discussion of the resources available to support chapters with planning for academic outreach, as well as tips and suggestions for getting started. This session is ideal for chapters who are in the early planning stages of engaging faculty and students, or chapter leaders in a new role responsible for academic outreach.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how to plan an academic outreach program. • List the resources available to support an academic outreach program.
Speakers
avatar for Ashley Forsyth

Ashley Forsyth

Academic Programs Specialist II, PMI
Ashley joined PMI as an academic programs specialist in 2014, working with chapters to facilitate and support academic outreach to colleges and universities, working with academic institutions, their faculty and students to advance the teaching of project management through increased... Read More →
avatar for Cristina Olaru

Cristina Olaru

Academic Programs Specialist, PMI
As the Academic Programs Specialist for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, Cristina Olaru is responsible for leading the academic institutions engagement activities in these regions. In her role, Cristina is working with universities to provide support and information for... Read More →
avatar for Heather Ramsey

Heather Ramsey

Manager, Academic Programs,, PMI
Heather Ramsey joined PMI in 2013 and is the manager of academic programs with oversight of the Global Accreditation Center for Project Management (GAC) and outreach with university faculty and students and emerging professionals. Heather has over 26 years of experience in higher... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
120B
  Academic Track

1:30pm EDT

#226 - Encouraging More Women in Project Management Leadership
Description:
PMI Buenos Aires Argentina Chapter in 2018 created the Community of Interest of Female Leadership in Project Management. In this session we will share the guidelines, advances and lessons learned from the program, and will facilitate a discussion to encourage participants to develop new ideas and actions that chapters can implement to reverse current statistics of women being under-represented and under-paid in project management. Fixing this can lead to greater diversity in the project management profession.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Discuss the stereotypes and prejudices and identify the main difficulties faced by women in leadership in project management.• Propose actions to overcome difficulties and generate more gender diversity, taking advantage of the experience of other chapters.
Speakers
avatar for Cecilia Boggi, PMP

Cecilia Boggi, PMP

Leader of the Community of Interest Female Leadership in Project Management, Buenos Aires, Argentina Chapter
Graduated in Systems Analysis from Universidad de Buenos Aires Argentina, Executive MBA at Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Spain, Business Management Program at Universidad del CEMA. Certified Project Management Professional PMP®, Certified Scrum Master, Certified PMO-CP, Certified... Read More →
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Adriana Cibelli, PMP

Chapter Board of Directors, Buenos Aires, Argentina Chapter
Adriana Cibelli, PMP, CSM, PMO-CP, SDI, has graduated in Electronic Engineering from Universidad de Buenos Aires Argentina, obtained a post graduate degree in Intelligent Buildings Design and Control at Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina. She is an electronic security systems... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
120A
  Leadership Development Track

1:30pm EDT

#230 - How to Manage for Lasting Results – Without Losing Your Soul
Description:
Managing your PMI chapter isn't easy. As chapter leaders and global volunteers, you face aggressive goals and find yourself in many cases trying to lead without authority. The fallout is stress, frustration and disengagement. Winning Well is your lifeline for getting the results you need while keeping chapter volunteers (and yourselves) energized and motivated. Filled with humor, straight talk and hard-won truths, this inspiring session will deliver principles and practices to galvanise your team in positive and productive ways. Join award-winning authors Karin Hurt and David Dye for practical leadership tools, tactics and strategies to achieve breakthrough results that really last.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe leadership tactics to help chapters achieve results. • Describe strategies for keeping chapter volunteers motivated.
Speakers
avatar for David Dye

David Dye

Professional Speaker & Author, Let's Grow Leaders
Author, international keynote speaker, and consultant David Dye gives leaders the roadmap they need to transform results.David works with leaders around the world who want to achieve breakthrough results without losing their soul (or mind) in the process.He gets it because he's been... Read More →
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Karin Hurt

Professional Speaker & Author, Let's Grow Leaders
Author and international speaker and consultant Karin Hurt inspires transformational change.2017 and 2018 Inc.'s list of 100 Great Leadership Speakers and American Management Association's 50 Leaders to Watch, Karin Hurt helps leaders from around the world achieve breakthrough results... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
121A
  Leadership Development Track

1:30pm EDT

#232 - Have a Whale of a Challenge? Get Solutions Here!
Description:
Learn to solve your big challenges with just four questions. Learn a formula (called ORCA) that can help you with strategic thinking, important conversations, coaching, decision making and problem solving. This will be an interactive session where you can get real-world challenges resolved.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the ORCA method for problem solving.• Discuss how to use the ORCA method in your chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Krissi Barr

Krissi Barr

CEO, Barr Corporate Success
Krissi Barr has helped Fortune 500s, non-profits, mid-sized companies and family owned businesses get the right things done.

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
121C
  Leadership Development Track

1:30pm EDT

#233 - Successful Delivery of a Professional Presentation
Description:
Being able to speak in front of peers is an important skill in project management and chapter leadership. It is also an important skill for those desiring a spot on the LIM agenda! Attend this session to learn the basics of creating and presenting a dynamic, professional presentation.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Outline the steps to creating a professional presentation. • Describe best practices in presenting to peers in a professional setting.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Davidson, PMI-RMP, PMP

Laura Davidson, PMI-RMP, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)
Laura Davidson is a life long learner, a serial volunteer, and a people connector. For more than 16 years she has worked in multiple industries to execute projects in the technology and business areas. Laura volunteers all over Atlanta, and is especially proud of her 13 years serving... Read More →
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Lynn Shannon, PMI-PBA, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
124
  Leadership Development Track

1:30pm EDT

#236 - Get Social: Effective Social Media Strategies for Chapters
Description:
Attend this hands-on session to learn how to effectively use social media as part of your chapter's marketing program.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe social media tools chapters can use in marketing their programs. • Identify tools available to help chapters effectively use social media.
Speakers
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Kristin Jones

Engagement Specialist, PMI

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
122B
  Marketing & Communications Track

1:30pm EDT

#234 - Integrated Retention Strategy for Membership
Description:
This workshop will provide an overview of the functions and processes performed by membership and marketing to support retention practices in chapters. Topics to be discussed include first-year engagement, membership auto-renew (MAR), membership retention tool kit, email campaigns, and best practices from local chapter perspective. The objective of this session is to walk participant through creating an integrated retention plan to use with their chapters.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how membership and marketing leaders can work together to support retention practices. • Describe how to create an integrated retention plan.
Speakers
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Louise Games

Global Product Manager, PMI
Louise Games has over 20 years of membership association experience driving all aspects of global integrated membership and marketing programs. During her 8-year tenure at PMI, she has supported the global team responsible for implementing the membership strategy and cultivating the... Read More →
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Nicole Santosusso

Marketing Indirect Channel Analyst, PMI
Experienced marketer who has spent over 20 years driving strategic growth for companies ranging from insurance to retail shopping channels. Nicole joined PMI in December 2013 as a marketing specialist with direct focus on volunteers and chapter support.

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
122A
  Membership Track

1:30pm EDT

#227 - Digital Solutions
Description:
This session will introduce one of PMI's minimally viable products (MVP) designed as a first step to address the web services needs of chapters. See a demonstration of the site and provide feedback on next iterations.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the technology services being explored by PMI. • Describe next steps for PMI's digital solutions for chapters.
Speakers
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Marjorie Anderson

Product Manager, Global Solutions, PMI
Marjorie Anderson is a Product Manager, Global Solutions at Project Management Institute and is the team lead for the Chapter Channel MVP project. Marjorie has worked to help evolve the community program at PMI and leads a team who helps ensure that the online community not only serves... Read More →
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Mike Liddy

Chapter System Support Specialist, PMI

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
126A
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

1:30pm EDT

#235 - Fantastic Tools and Where to Find Them
Description:
Join us for an interactive session in which you will make decisions with the help of the Ethics Toolkit for PMI Volunteer Leaders. Case studies (ethical dilemmas) derived from the chapter leader's volunteer life will be discussed in groups; tools will be presented and applied.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe how the Ethics Toolkit can be used by chapter leaders. • Discuss good decision making processes regarding ethical issues within chapters.
Speakers
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Simona Bonghez, PMP

Ethics Member Advisory Group
Author and international speaker, Simona is running today her own consulting company specialized in Project Management services. She has been volunteering for PMI since 2004, starting as President for PMI Romania Chapter, later serving at global level as member in Leadership Institute... Read More →
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Fabio Rigamonti, PMP

Ethics Member Advisory Group
Fabio Rigamonti has +10 years of experience in project management, leading multi-cultural teams across Europe; he's currently based in Switzerland building a PMO. He is an engineer, but his main area of interest and expertise has always been Ethics in Project Management: from volunteering... Read More →

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
123
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

1:30pm EDT

#231 - Adding Toastmasters as a Member Benefit
Description:
Learn how hosting a Toastmasters meeting as a chapter event – or even creating a Toastmasters club in your chapter or region – can benefit your members and help to recruit potential members. You will hear from chapter leaders who are members of Toastmasters on the benefit of program, and from chapters that have clubs in their chapters.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the benefit of Toastmasters for a chapter. • List next steps for getting involved with Toastmasters.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Maxwell

Sarah Maxwell

Chapter Administrator, Regions 5 & 14, PMI

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
121B
  Professional Development Track

1:30pm EDT

#237 - Region Mentor Track
Description:
Note: This session is by invitation only and is open to volunteers serving in a Region Mentor role.
Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
125
  Region Mentor Track

1:30pm EDT

#229 - Gaining and Retaining Volunteers
Description:
Join us for this interactive session where we will explore the tools available to chapter leaders to effectively engage volunteers and the resources available to support ongoing volunteer development.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of the session attendees will be able to:• List the resources available to support volunteer recruitment, retention, and recognition. • Describe the connection between the chapter's organization/governance structure and volunteer development.
Speakers
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Jamie Gray

Volunteer Services Specialist, PMI
Jamie Gray is a Volunteer Services Specialist in PMI's Volunteer Programs & Services department. She is responsible for the development and implementation of key tools and resources in support of effective recruitment, retention and recognition of PMI volunteers. She holds a bachelor's... Read More →
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Nina Holman

Chapter Administrator – Regions 4 & 6, PMI

Friday October 4, 2019 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
120C
  Volunteer Engagement Track

2:45pm EDT

Networking Break Volunteer Resource Center – LIVE!
Description:
Visit this resource and networking area to talk with PMI staff, use the self-serve stations to find information and pick up resources to take back to your chapter. Plus, live mini presentations every day!
Friday October 4, 2019 2:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

3:00pm EDT

Quick Course: Navigator
Description:
Kerry Brooks, Product Manager for Navigator, will provide an overview of how the product came to be, a quick demonstration of how users engage with it, the intended outcomes, and the latest findings from user research.
Friday October 4, 2019 3:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom Foyer, Level 4
  Other

3:30pm EDT

#238 - Leadership Institute Keynote Session
Description:
• Welcome: o Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP, Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG) - Lead in Aventrio Anca Slu?anschi, PMP, Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG) • Keynote: "The Art of Leadership" by Erik Wahl• Final Wordso Brantlee Underhill. Director, Chapters & Volunteers, PMI
Speakers
avatar for Lynn Shannon, PMI-PBA, PMP

Lynn Shannon, PMI-PBA, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group (CMAG)
avatar for Brantlee Underhill

Brantlee Underhill

Director, Chapters & Volunteers, PMI
Brantlee Underhill is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) accountable for the leadership, development and direction of Project Management Institute's (PMI) chapter community and volunteer programs. As the Director of Chapters and Volunteers, Brantlee aligns PMI's strategy and... Read More →
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Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group
Dirk Doppelfeld is an international project management consultant and trainer. After 18 years in the printing business, he founded his own consulting and training company in 2011. He enables clients to enhance project management effectiveness through consulting, mentoring, coaching... Read More →
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Friday October 4, 2019 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom, Level 4
  General Session

5:00pm EDT

Networking Social: Celebrate Our Graduates and Award Winners
Description:
Celebrate PMI's 50th Anniversary with the PMI Board of Directors, PMI staff and your chapter colleagues in a networking social in honor of the 2019 PMI Chapter Award winners and graduates of the PMI Leadership Institute Master Class (LIMC).Filbert Street/Field House, catered by Reading Terminal Market12th & Filbert Streets
Friday October 4, 2019 5:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Field House, 12th & Filbert Streets
  Other
 
Saturday, October 5
 

7:30am EDT

Continental Breakfast
Description:
Saturday October 5, 2019 7:30am - 9:00am EDT
Exhibit Hall E, Level 2
  Other

7:30am EDT

Exhibit Hall and PMI® Bookstore
Description:
Saturday October 5, 2019 7:30am - 6:30pm EDT
Exhibit Hall E, Level 2
  Other

7:30am EDT

Registration and Badge Pick-Up
Description:
Saturday October 5, 2019 7:30am - 7:30pm EDT
Broad Street Atrium
  Other

8:00am EDT

#301 - First-time Global Conference Attendee Orientation
Description:
Is this your first time attending PMI Global Conference? Bring your business cards to network with fellow first timers and learn how to make the most of your Global Conference experience.
Speakers
avatar for Janet Burns, PMP

Janet Burns, PMP

Chapter President, Delaware Valley Chapter
Janet Burns, PMP, CSM, is the Director of PM Solutions, a project management consulting and training firm dedicated to helping organizations drive performance and operational efficiency. Janet holds responsibility for the company's day-to-day consulting operations, ensuring quality... Read More →
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Melissa Raffel, CAPM

Volunteer Services Specialist, PMI
Melissa Raffel, CAPM, is a volunteer services specialist with PMI. She is responsible for volunteer recognition programs, development of PMI's volunteer policies and procedures, and volunteer satisfaction. Additionally, she works closely with PMI's Volunteer Engagement Liaison Program... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
120ABC
  PMI® Global Conference

8:00am EDT

#302 - Make the Most of Your Experience with a Relaxed Mind through Meditation
Description:
Attending a conference can be exhausting! In the midst of learning, networking and maybe some dancing, we may find ourselves in mental and physical overload. In this session, take a few minutes to clear and reboot your mind space. Come have a seat, close your eyes, hit the pause button, take some deep breaths, and reconnect to your mindful state. Being actively aware in each moment will help you to make the most of your experience. Seating is limited and is on a first-come. Attendees will not be permitted to join the session after it has started.
Saturday October 5, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
TBA
  Wellness Track

9:00am EDT

#303 - Opening General Session and Keynote Speaker: Adam Grant
Description:
Join us for our opening general session with keynote speaker Adam Grant. More details to come!
Speakers
avatar for Adam Grant

Adam Grant

Keynote Speaker
Adam Grant has been recognized as Wharton's top-rated professor for seven straight years, and as one of the world's 10 most influential management thinkers and Fortune's 40 under 40. As an organizational psychologist, he studies how we can find motivation and meaning, and lead more... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Terrace Ballroom, Level 4
  PMI® Global Conference

10:30am EDT

Exhibit Hall - Theater Presentation(s) and activities
Description:
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Exhibit Hall E, Level 2
  Other

10:30am EDT

Morning Coffee Service
Description:
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
TBA
  Other

10:45am EDT

#304 EXH - Outstanding Project Managers have Mastered Key Skills—And So Can You!
Description:
Join us in the Learning Zone, located in the Exhibit Hall, for this activity. Space is limited.The best project managers are outstanding leaders. They motivate, bring people together, and accomplish great things. Join us as we take the project management leadership challenge where you will assess your leadership abilities, identify key areas for improvement, and launch your journey to achieve this highly sought-after level of project manager performance. Be sure to scan your badge to receive PDUs. To participate in a more in-depth session on this topic, you may attend "Successful Project Managers Have Mastered Key Skills and So Can You!" (5 October, 3:45 p.m., Session #350).

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: (1) describe and apply the components of the Project Management Leadership Model™; (2) perform an initial assessment of project management leadership strengths, identify any gaps, and begin your journey to leadership success.
Speakers
avatar for Laszlo Retfalvi, PMI-RMP, PMP

Laszlo Retfalvi, PMI-RMP, PMP

General Manager, Retfalvi and Associates
Laszlo Retfalvi founded Retfalvi and Associates in November 2009, which is committed to providing high-caliber project management and risk management consulting and learning solutions to meet today's demanding business needs. His vision then—and now—has not wavered: to ensure... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 10:45am - 11:15am EDT
TBA
  Other

10:45am EDT

#305 EXH - Five Ways to Project Manage the Ultimate Work/Life Balancing Act and Stress Levels
Description:
You run into it all the time - not enough time in the day, looming deadlines, and the list of what you need to get done. That translates mentally into stress levels that occur. And how do you handle that? How do you achieve the needed balance between your project management career and your personal life? In this activity, we will be engaging you in five ways you can project manage your work/life balance and, more importantly, share with you tips on how to manage the stress that comes along with life. Leave with actionable tips that you can use and share with your colleagues and peers!
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:45am - 11:15am EDT
TBA
  Other

11:30am EDT

#312 - Product Education Session: Meisterplan—Building Lean PMOs Quickly and Effectively: PPM Tools from Day One and On
Description:
Representatives from Interra Credit Union and Meisterplan will discuss their experiences using Meisterplan's lean portfolio management process and software to build a project management office (PMO). We will discuss the processes that were used to start a PMO and how Meisterplan helps to successfully accomplish portfolio and resource management. This session is especially relevant to those who are looking to start a new PMO or who are looking for a lean portfolio management process.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) build an objective project assessment and prioritization methodology;(2) utilize visualization tools to show how resource constraints will affect project performance.
Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Product Zone
  Other

11:30am EDT

#306 - Einstein's Wish, Social Identity and Crossing the Functional Divide on Project Teams
Description:
In the domain of science, Einstein understood that collaborating with those outside of your discipline was both highly valuable and extremely difficulty to do. He urged that we understand more about how to effectively collaborate across disciplines. Cross-functional project teams face the same challenges when team members must collaborate across functional divides. We will share recent research that provides insight into how successful cross-functional project teams use social identity to collaborate across that functional divide.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) discuss how social identity supports effective communication across disciplines;(2) describe practical approaches to applying this knowledge on a cross-functional team.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Johnson, PMP

Susan Johnson, PMP

Program Manager/PhD Candidate, CSR Consulting/Case Western Reserve University
Susan Johnson conducts research at Case Western Reserve University with a primary interest in team communication. Her current research studies are exploring the dynamics of how team communication affects project success. She is focused on cross-functional project teams whose challenges... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
123
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#307 - Ethical Trends and Challenges in the Project Life Cycle
Description:
This session will raise awareness of global trends and challenges that may influence projects; alert practitioners to ethical dilemmas that may occur throughout the project life cycle, whether intentional or by accident; and foster an appreciation of the relationship between the law and ethics and show how they are both similar and different.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) examine roles and responsibilities that project managers have in applying interpersonal skills and making key decisions from an ethical perspective;(2) discuss how to tackle some of the common ethical issues that are faced by project managers.
Speakers
avatar for Joe Garritano, PMP

Joe Garritano, PMP

Senior Project Leader/Adjunct Professor in Project Management, Saint Louis University
Joe Garritano joined Edward Jones in June 2015 as a senior project team leader responsible for a team of project managers that supports the products area of the Client Strategies Group. Since May 2018, he has been a senior project leader in the Human Resources Project Management Office... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
124
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#308 - High Performing Project Teams – The Project Manager as a Servant Leader
Description:
Project, program, and portfolio managers must balance a plethora of soft skills in order to lead their teams to successful project completion. Servant leadership isn't just another one of those soft skills. Rather, it's a model of leadership and a way to bring out the highest performance from the people you lead. This session will demonstrate that model and explain how to use it to bring out the best performance from the members of your team.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) apply servant leadership techniques to build high-performing project teams;(2) differentiate between managing projects with influence versus authority.
Speakers
avatar for Tom Welle, PMP

Tom Welle, PMP

Strategic Initiatives Manager, Alexandria Industries
Tom Welle works with customers to develop and manage precisely engineered manufacturing solutions to make products people see and use everyday. With a drive for innovation, he combines extensive engineering expertise with advanced automation technology to create modern manufacturing... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
120B
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#309 - How to Rescue a Project - Advance Your Problem-Solving Skills
Description:
It doesn't matter how good your planning is or how well you've put your project plan together; there will always be unforeseen circumstances that need to be resolved! It is important to use proven processes with appropriate tools to analyze and resolve problems collectively. During this session, you will be introduced to Kepner and Fourie© critical thinking tools and engage in an interactive problem-solving process, choosing the best tool to collect, organize, analyze, and resolve the problem on hand.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) discuss how to engage the right information sources with the right questions to get to the correct answers;(2) explain how to reach a consensus and foster buy-in and commitment to maintain momentum for implementation.
Speakers
avatar for Christine Aykac, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP, PMP

Christine Aykac, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP, PMP

Program Manager & Problem Solver, Wareness Training & Consulting
Christine Aykac has over 20 years of experience managing projects and assisting in effective utilization of technologies and knowledge assets. This experience enables her to utilize the most effective methodology for each project and to ensure the success of the teams involved. Further... Read More →
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Matthys Fourie

Professional Problem Solver, Thinking Dimensions Global
Dr. Matthys Fourie is a Professional Problem Solver as accredited by the Institute of Professional Problem Solvers (IPPS). He is an author of several books on root cause analysis, project management and problem solving, and is the coauthor of the "KEPNERandFOURIE® Thinking" methodologies... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
125
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#310 - Innovate You: The Entrepreneur Within
Description:
The world is rapidly changing, thanks to emerging technologies, improved communication and the rise of the independent project professional. These changes have necessitated a mindshift and innovation. For project success, independent project professionals and organizational leaders must work together as partners, communicating continuously, and thinking like entrepreneurs. This session explores the knowledge and skills that independent professionals and organizational leaders can hone to achieve success as well as innovative practices to implement.**An encore of this presentation is available on Sunday, 6 October, at 4:45 p.m.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) identify knowledge and skills independent project professionals and organizational business leaders need to sharpen;(2) define innovative techniques to enhance collaboration and ensure successful delivery.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Burford, PMP

Laura Burford, PMP

President, LAD Enterprizes, Inc.
Laura Dallas Burford, MA, PMP, began her management consulting firm, LAD Enterprizes, Inc, in 2002 after 9/11 forced the closing of a startup international consulting operation. Over the years, her management consulting firm has changed to where it is today—a firm that leverages... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
120C
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#311 - Portfolio Management Approaches to Driving Organizational Agility: An Academic Healthcare Case Study
Description:
The University of Rochester Medical Center has been on a journey for the last year to embrace an agile portfolio management approach. This session will equip you with ideas and tools on how to establish portfolio governance and drive stakeholder engagement, and to support continuous project ideation, idea scoping and resource capacity management. The tools introduced can be adapted for use within any organization that needs to consider flexible approaches to organizational agility.**An encore of this presentation is available on Sunday 6 October at 4:45 p.m..

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) describe techniques to establishing flexible portfolio governance within organizations;(2) apply tools to support a portfolio management process that allows for organizational agility.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Venezia, PMI-ACP, PMP, PfMP

Michelle Venezia, PMI-ACP, PMP, PfMP

Trustee and Chapter Liaison to PMIEF, PMI Rochester Chapter
Michelle Venezia has held various board level roles with the PMI Rochester Chapter including VP of Marketing & Communications, Executive Vice President, President, and Trustee. Passionate about using project management for social good, she is currently serving as PMI Rochester's Chapter... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
121B
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#312 - Product Education Session: Meisterplan - Building Lean PMOs Quickly and Effectively: PPM Tools From Day One and On
Description:
Representatives from Interra Credit Union and Meisterplan will discuss their experiences using Meisterplan's lean portfolio management process and software to build a project management office (PMO). We will discuss the processes that were used to start a PMO and how Meisterplan helps to successfully accomplish portfolio and resource management. This session is especially relevant to those who are looking to start a new PMO or who are looking for a lean portfolio management process.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) build an objective project assessment and prioritization methodology; (2) utilize visualization tools to show how resource constraints will affect project performance.
Speakers
avatar for Darrin McLaughlin, PMP

Darrin McLaughlin, PMP

Vice President for Enterprise Project Management, Interra Credit Union
Darrin McLaughlin is the vice president for enterprise project management at Interra Credit Union. He has a bachelor's degree from San Diego State University in communications and holds a PMP certification from PMI. He has also held Board positions within PMI for the last 4 years... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Product Zone
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#313 - Strategic Agile Portfolio: The Missing Link
Description:
Strategic portfolio existing frameworks rely on the capacity to predict expected value versus costs and resources needed to deliver the projects (waterfall) or epics (agile) supporting the organizational strategy. But predicting value on iterative, nonpredictable items such as epics and backlogs is antagonistic per definition. So, how can you maximize the value of a constrained portfolio when value predictability is variable? This session will provide the findings of on-field research.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) assess the limits of the current agile portfolio models available;(2) demonstrate how to perform agile portfolio analysis and selection based on metrics and criteria.
Speakers
avatar for Ricardo Naciff, PMP

Ricardo Naciff, PMP

PPM Consultant, TeamSquare
Ricardo Naciff holds different degrees and certifications such as Electromechanical Engineer, Major in Project Management, Project Management Professional (PMP)® and an international MBA. He serves as a PPM subject matter expert at TeamSquare with a proven track record of successful... Read More →
avatar for Olivier Schmitt

Olivier Schmitt

CEO, The Project Group France SAS
Starting his career in 1999, Olivier Schmitt has designed, implemented and supported project and program management solutions for all industries, on all continents. The fitting of the largest hotel casino in the world, participation on the London Olympics PMO teams and the Jaguar–Land... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
122A
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#314 - The Seven Habits of Highly Innovative Organizations
Description:
As the world goes through massive digital transformation, the incredible pressure to relentlessly innovate is having a profound impact on how companies operate. A sustainable standardized method of innovation has proven to be an elusive goal for most project management organizations. Join us as we share the seven habits highly innovative organizations should acquire in order to operationalize innovation and develop innovation management as a core competency.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) discuss how to develop innovation management as a core competency;(2) explain how to operationalize innovation management in their company.
Speakers
avatar for Lynne Hayes

Lynne Hayes

Innovation Product Manager, Honeywell Intelligrated, Inc.
Lynne Hayes serves as the innovation product manager for Honeywell Intelligrated, Inc., a leading North American-based, single-source provider of automated material handling solutions and intelligent software. Honeywell Intelligrated is housed within the Safety and Productivity Solutions... Read More →
avatar for Ludwig Melik

Ludwig Melik

CEO, Planbox
Ludwig Melik is the CEO of Planbox, a pioneering provider of agile innovation solutions. He is on a mission to help organizations thrive by transforming the culture of innovation. Mr. Melik has a history of building leading and fast-growing software companies. In 2019, Planbox acquired... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
118B
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#316 - Brought to You by the Leadership Institute: The Fido Factor
Description:
What can project management professionals possibly learn from dogs about leadership? As it turns out, a lot. The Fido Factor reveals the leadership traits canines embody – and shows how to unleash your inner leader of the pack.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• List essential characteristics of a leader. • Describe how to implement new approaches with your team or chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Krissi Barr

Krissi Barr

CEO, Barr Corporate Success
Krissi Barr has helped Fortune 500s, non-profits, mid-sized companies and family owned businesses get the right things done.

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:45pm EDT
118C
  Leadership Development Track

11:30am EDT

#318 - Implementing PMI's New Brand in Your Chapter
Description:
PMI is ready to roll out its new brand! How will this impact chapters? In this session, we will address: what will change for chapters, how and when the changes should be implemented, and what support is available.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe elements of PMI's new brand. • List next steps for implementing the new brand for your chapter. This session is offered again at 11:30 on Saturday.
Speakers
avatar for Ryan Brooks

Ryan Brooks

Brand Specialist, PMI
A Brand Specialist with PMI, Ryan's focus is on developing global brand communications and a strategic vision for success. His passion for brand development has helped legacy brands transform into forward-looking, relevant brands that effectively reach and connect with their target... Read More →
avatar for Nicole Santosusso

Nicole Santosusso

Marketing Indirect Channel Analyst, PMI
Experienced marketer who has spent over 20 years driving strategic growth for companies ranging from insurance to retail shopping channels. Nicole joined PMI in December 2013 as a marketing specialist with direct focus on volunteers and chapter support.

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:45pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom 4, Level 4
  Marketing & Communications Track

11:30am EDT

#315 - Brought to You by the Leadership Institute: New PMI Product Demonstrations
Description:
As part of PMI's transformation, a number of minimal viable products (MVP) have been developed and are currently being tested in the field. In this session, see a demonstration of the products and hear how they were developed, what value they provide to our members and how they have been tested so far as well as where they might fit in to PMI's future.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the purpose of PMI's three MVPs.• Discuss the impact of the MVPs on PMI membership.
Speakers
avatar for Kerry Brooks

Kerry Brooks

Global Product Manager, PMI
Kerry Brooks is with PMI's Global Membership Team. She has over 20 years of strategic marketing and product management experience. Kerry is currently leading PMI's program to educate and assist the military community as they successfully transition into project management. In addition... Read More →
avatar for Kristy Moeller

Kristy Moeller

Global Product Specialist, PMI
avatar for Betsy Redden

Betsy Redden

Global Product Manager, PMI

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:45pm EDT
118A
  PMI Updates   Tools & Resources Track

11:30am EDT

#317 - General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): Your Roadmap Project Plan to Achieve Sustainable Compliance
Description:
Since its enforcement by the EU in 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has become a big concern to organizations and their executives. Two key reasons for this are: (1) GDPR is by far the biggest privacy law in its scope and coverage of data subject personal data; and (2) huge fines can be imposed by the EU for any infringement or breach of personal data. This session will address how to build a sustainable GDPR compliance framework for your organization.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) identify the key tasks and work packages to include in a GDPR-compliance project plan;(2) list the key elements to include in a GDPR project plan to achieve sustainable compliance.
Speakers
avatar for Khaled Sherif, PMP

Khaled Sherif, PMP

Founder and Owner, Triangile
Khaled Sherif is a project management consultant with 20+ years of experience in managing projects in IT for large scale financial and manufacturing systems. He is the founder and owner of Triangile, an agile project management training and consulting firm. His previous roles included... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:45pm EDT
121C
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#319 - Influencing Without Authority – An Essential Survival Skill for Project Managers
Description:
Global organizations tend to utilize management structures that are heavily matrixed. This offers maximum flexibility for project delivery, but it also generates challenges for the project manager, who can no longer manage by control, but must manage by influence. How can a project manager, who may have little authority in the organization, develop the influencing skills necessary to deliver his/her project?

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) apply techniques that will influence change in their own working environment;(2) practice techniques that influence personal performance.
Speakers
avatar for Pat Lucey, PMP

Pat Lucey, PMP

President, Ireland Chapter
Pat Lucey is Founder and CEO of Aspira, the Consulting and Technology company, and is also the President of the Ireland Chapter PMI. Pat is a thought leader in the application of Project Management techniques across a range of different applications and transformations, having delivered... Read More →
avatar for Norma Lynch, PMP

Norma Lynch, PMP

Director of Volunteering, Ireland Chapter
Norma Lynch is a training manager for Aspira. With a diverse career spanning multiple industry sectors, Ms. Lynch is passionate about the importance of continuous development and improvement. She holds a master's degree in business with a focus on strategic management, and specializes... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:45pm EDT
126A
  PMI® Global Conference

11:30am EDT

#320 - Unlocking Culture for Greater Project Management Effectiveness in the Age of Agile
Description:
We'll share the journey that every project manager must take to recognize and use culture as a tool to finally unlock project success in the age of agile, where effectiveness is more defined by each company's unique culture and how it embraces agility than by process. Effective operators carry weight that can steer the course of events. Learn to transcend project management dogma, embrace agility and unlock the power of company culture to drive effectiveness.**An encore of this presentation is available on Sunday, 6 October at 4:45 p.m.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) discuss why project managers struggle in the age of agile to provide value to sponsors and complement agile teams;(2) explain the power of recognizing a company's unique culture and using that awareness to unlock greater control and effectiveness.
Speakers
avatar for Tony Gruebl

Tony Gruebl

President, Think Systems, Inc.
Tony Gruebl is founder and president of Think Systems, headquartered in Baltimore, MD. For clients, he is a fractional COO and works closely with the leadership of Think's executive advisory practice and BKPM operations consulting team. He is coauthor of "Bare Knuckled Project Management... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 11:30am - 12:45pm EDT
120A
  PMI® Global Conference

12:30pm EDT

Lunch and Exhibit Hall—Theater Presentation(s) and Enrichment Zone Activities
Description:
Saturday October 5, 2019 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Exhibit Hall E, Level 2
  Other

1:00pm EDT

#321-EXH - Product Theater—Villanova University: Attitudes of Winning Project Managers—On and Off the Court!
Description:
What can project managers learn from Naismith College Coach of the Year and two-time national basketball champion coach Jay Wright? Learn how a positive attitude, belief in oneself, and a firm commitment will lead to positive transformation&20on and off the court!To request PDUs for this activity, please self-report to ccrs.pmi.org.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) describe how a positive attitude will lead to better results on and off the court;(2) explain the importance of believing in yourself, your team, and your organization.
Speakers
avatar for William Hyde, PMP

William Hyde, PMP

Adjunct Professor, Villanova University
Bill Hyde is a Director at SUB3 (SUB3) Management, Inc., a boutique Enterprise Project Portfolio Management (EPPM) consulting firm. Mr. Hyde also is an adjunct professor at Villanova University.Mr. Hyde has over 19 years of domestic and international enterprise project portfolio managementimplementation... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 1:00pm - 1:15pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Product Zone
  PMI® Global Conference

1:00pm EDT

#322-EXH - Microsoft and LinkedIn: Rock Your LinkedIn Profile
Description:
Your LinkedIn profile represents your professional brand and gives you a way to tell your story. In this session, you will learn how to best express your professional passions, aspirations, and achievements and gain the tools you need to grow your career by leveraging LinkedIn.
Saturday October 5, 2019 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  PMI® Global Conference

1:15pm EDT

#323-EXH - Learning Zone: Mindfulness Matters
Description:
Join us in the Learning Zone, located in the Exhibit Hall, for this activity. Space is limited.There is a lot of talk about mindfulness these days, but how to do we weave mindfulness into our days when our minds are already full - with schedules, tasks, risks, issues, impending meetings, and deliverables. Research shows that just when we think we need to do more and spend even more hours working, the best decision we can actually make is to make some space, breath and clear our minds. In this learning zone session, participants will discover practical ways to pause at any time of day and bring balance - and mindfulness - back into their day. Be sure to scan your badge to receive PDUs. To participate in a more in-depth session on this topic, you may attend "In the Here and Now: Using Mindfulness Practices to Enhance Personal and Team Performance" (5 October, 3:45 p.m.).

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:(1) select at least one mindfulness practice that will be immediately beneficial.
Speakers
avatar for Ruth Pearce, PMI-ACP, PMP

Ruth Pearce, PMI-ACP, PMP

Project Motivator, ALLE LLC
Ruth Pearce is CEO of ALLE LLC, and is an author and speaker as well as a practicing project manager. Her 25 years' experience is in a variety of industries including financial services, state government and nonprofits. She has spent her career learning and experimenting to engage... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 1:15pm - 1:45pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Learning Zone
  PMI® Global Conference

1:45pm EDT

#325-EXH - Top Five Health and Wellness Habits That Busy Professionals Should Create NOW
Description:
As a busy professional, you need to create new habits to keep your health in check and avoid burnout. Join us for this habit creation activity where you will commit to new ways on how to take care of your body and your overall wellness. These are simple to incorporate in your busy life, so you got this! And we are going to be your accountability coach and track your progress and encourage you along the way.
Saturday October 5, 2019 1:45pm - 2:00pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#326 - Effective Stakeholder Management for Project Success
Description:
The session will describe how to work with stakeholders through the project life cycle to ensure overall project success through joint problem solving and decision making; accurate alignment of project efforts to business needs; achieving greater and quicker adoption of changes introduced by the project; and buy-in and proactive ownership of project outcomes.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) identify, communicate and influence stakeholders through the project life cycle effectively;(2) describe how to increase alignment of project activities to business priorities by involving stakeholders.
Speakers
avatar for Leena Shah, PMP

Leena Shah, PMP

Independent Consultant
Leena Shah is a seasoned human resources professional who has recently transitioned from Los Angeles to Qatar to join her family. In the past five years, she worked with Panasonic Avionics as the regional HR manager for the Middle East, managing nine countries and, subsequently, was... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
118B
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#327 - How Can We Prevent Project Management from Falling into the Artificial Intelligence Darkness?
Description:
In this interactive session, we will explain what risks project managers need to be aware of when dealing with artificial intelligence (AI) and which limitations exist for AI in project management. Furthermore, we will describe how project managers can deal with AI myths and what causes the fear behind these myths; help to prepare project managers to use AI; and enable them to get the most out of using AI in their projects.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) describe which risks and limitations affect advancement of AI in project management and how to steer the right development direction;(2) discuss the capabilities required to overcome potential pitfalls regarding the use of AI in project management.
Speakers
avatar for Marc Lahmann

Marc Lahmann

Director, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Marc Lahmann is the director of the Transformation Assurance division at PwC Switzerland. He has more than 15 years' experience in advising multinational firms on IT and business transformation challenges and troubled projects in Switzerland, Europe, the United States and the Asia... Read More →
avatar for Adrian Stierli

Adrian Stierli

Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Adrian Stierli is a manager in the Transformation Assurance division at PwC Switzerland. He has more than eight years of experience working in the financial services industry, and has been advising and reviewing IT and business transformations for financial service companies in Switzerland... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
125
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#328 - Innovation is at Your Reach: Open Your Eyes to Your Blindspots
Description:
With a lot at stake and daily pressures, successful innovation is made possible via project managers who can manage their blindspots! Do we know what our blindspots are? Are we identifying them? Are we managing them properly? In this dynamic session, we will engage the audience to define and identify blindspots and discuss approaches and tools to proactively manage them.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) define and identify blindspots;(2) discuss approaches and tools to proactively manage blindspots.
Speakers
avatar for Amany Nuseibeh, PMP

Amany Nuseibeh, PMP

Director/Co-Chair PMI Ethics Member Advisory Group (Volunteer Role), Optimal Consulting/PMI (Volunteer Role)
Amany Nuseibeh, PMP, PMI Australia Fellow, is a veteran portfolio, program and project management consultant. She has delivered complex, large-scale portfolios, programs and projects for Qantas, CSC Australia, BHP Billiton, BlueScope Steel, Vodafone, the University of New South Wales... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
124
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#329 - Less Dunks, More Assists – Transitioning From Project Manager to Project Leader
Description:
In this session, we will first discuss the changing role of the project manager and some trends that are driving it. Next, we will be sharing some of the skills we have gained from our professional experiences and from our participation in leadership development programs at work and through PMI. These are skills that today's project managers need to add to their toolkit to successfully transition from project manager to a true project leader.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) discuss the trends that are changing the role of the traditional project manager;(2) identify the leadership skills the modern project manager needs to transition to a true project leader.
Speakers
avatar for Narasimha Acharya, PMP

Narasimha Acharya, PMP

Past Chair - Executive Board, PMI Atlanta Chapter
Nara Acharya has been an active member of the PMI Atlanta Chapter since 2009 and is currently the Past Chair on the Chapter's Executive Board. He has previously served in leadership roles in Marketing, Sponsorship and Community Outreach with the chapter and has been on the Chapter's... Read More →
avatar for Wendy Solomon

Wendy Solomon

Assistant Director, Ernst and Young
Wendy Solomon is an assistant director within the digital products and solutions group at Ernst and Young (EY). In her role, she serves as a benchmarking project lead and data analyst to help enable clients to make fact-based decisions for their organizations. Her experience focuses... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
120A
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#330 - Mind-Set Over Method: Surprising Success Factors for the Adaptive Organization
Description:
Competitive pressures increasingly demand organizations to be more adaptive in their processes. The adaptive organization is able to respond to changing internal and external variables, using an array of modified project management processes (from the iterative or incremental development to the fully agile), in order to satisfy stakeholder needs. This session details a 2018 study showing how organizational culture and structure impact the ability to succeed with adaptive approaches, highlighting a skills gap.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) discuss what adaptive methods and approaches companies are implementing and how these impact organizational performance;(2) identify the challenges that are most likely to derail agile/adaptive implementations and what strategies high-performing organizations employ to address them.
Speakers
avatar for Jeannette Cabanis-Brewin

Jeannette Cabanis-Brewin

Editor in Chief, PM Solutions Research
Jeannette Cabanis-Brewin is editor-in-chief of PM Solutions Research, where she authors the "Strategy and Projects" blog. A former editor and staff writer for PMI publications, she has been an author, editor or contributor to more than 20 project management books as well as the author... Read More →
avatar for Deborah Crawford, PMP

Deborah Crawford, PMP

Executive Vice President, PM Solutions
Deborah Bigelow Crawford's career in project management began in 1992 when she accepted the position of executive director of the Project Management Institute, where she served through 1996. Her expertise in managing and developing new initiatives and programs helped lay the groundwork... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
121C
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#331 - The Triple-Quotients Model of Dynamic Project Leadership
Description:
This session proposes the Triple-Quotients (TQ) Model of Project Leadership as the "soft skills" harbinger of project success to work in concert with the well-known "hard skills" of the Triple-Constraints (TC) Model. The TQ Model comprises Intellectual Quotient (IQ – Logos); Emotional Quotient (EQ – Pathos); and Adaptability Quotient (AQ – Ethos). It is emphasized that both the TC and TQ, as triangulated models of hard and soft skills respectively, must be inextricably intertwined with each other for overall project success.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) describe how to synthesize and integrate the parallel components of the TQ Model of Project Leadership;(2) demonstrate how the TQ Model, in concert with the TC Model, contributes strongly toward highly successful project outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Victor S. Sohmen

Victor S. Sohmen

Professor, Project Management Program, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Victor Sohmen, PhD, EdD, is a former foreign-going ship captain and project cost-controls specialist. He has taught Project Management at universities in Europe, Asia, Australia, the US, and South America. In 1990 he presented his first PMI Global Conference paper, "The Project Manager... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
121B
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#333 - Brought to You by the Leadership Institute: Effective Virtual Team Meetings
Description:
Virtual meetings are a necessary part of working in the global economy. But still, many virtual meetings are clunky and can be time wasted if participants are unengaged. Learn how to make virtual meetings worth everyone's time.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe a process for planning an effective virtual meeting. • List good practices for engaging everyone in a virtual meeting.
Speakers
avatar for Beth Ouellette, PMI-PBA, PMP, PgMP, PMI-Fellow

Beth Ouellette, PMI-PBA, PMP, PgMP, PMI-Fellow

Chapter Member Advisory Group
Beth Ouellette, President, The Ouellette Group, works with teams across the globe implementing value-added Portfolio, Program and Project Management best practices. Combining business management and technology skills, she has been successful assisting executive teams with organizational... Read More →
avatar for Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group
Dirk Doppelfeld is an international project management consultant and trainer. After 18 years in the printing business, he founded his own consulting and training company in 2011. He enables clients to enhance project management effectiveness through consulting, mentoring, coaching... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
118C
  Leadership Development Track

2:00pm EDT

#340 - What's New with PMI Certification
Description:
As part of PMI's strategic transformation, there will be updates to PMI's certification offerings. Learn the latest in this session.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe the changes PMI is making regarding certifications. • Discuss the impact of certification updates on the project management industry.
Speakers
avatar for Sierra Hamptons-Simmons

Sierra Hamptons-Simmons

Portfolio Leader, Global Solutions, PMI

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
120B
  Leadership Development Track

2:00pm EDT

#335 - Implementing PMI's New Brand in Your Chapter
Description:
PMI is ready to roll out its new brand! How will this impact chapters? In this session, we will address: what will change for chapters, how and when the changes should be implemented, and what support is available.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Describe elements of PMI's new brand. • List next steps for implementing the new brand for your chapter.
Speakers
avatar for Ryan Brooks

Ryan Brooks

Brand Specialist, PMI
A Brand Specialist with PMI, Ryan's focus is on developing global brand communications and a strategic vision for success. His passion for brand development has helped legacy brands transform into forward-looking, relevant brands that effectively reach and connect with their target... Read More →
avatar for Nicole Santosusso

Nicole Santosusso

Marketing Indirect Channel Analyst, PMI
Experienced marketer who has spent over 20 years driving strategic growth for companies ranging from insurance to retail shopping channels. Nicole joined PMI in December 2013 as a marketing specialist with direct focus on volunteers and chapter support.

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
122A
  Marketing & Communications Track

2:00pm EDT

#332 - Agile for Business Development: Improving Alignment, Speed, and Profitability
Description:
This session will include members of a team within Amazon Web Services (AWS) that has been using agile methodologies to improve business development processes and results. They believe that adopting agile methodologies within business development can improve alignment with product development, reduce time to market for new products and services, and increase revenue and profitability. This session will share what has been learned to date and will provide a toolkit to use that is based on these findings.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) discuss how to use agile methodologies to accelerate business development;(2) implement agile methodologies within their business development organizations.
Speakers
avatar for Frank Boosman, PMI-ACP

Frank Boosman, PMI-ACP

Principal Business Development Manager, Amazon Web Services
Frank Boosman, PMI-ACP, is a principal business development manager for Amazon Web Services, where he serves with the Global Business Development Sprinters, a team focused on leading market development and expansion efforts for cloud-based services using agile methodologies. Prior... Read More →
avatar for Tom Witman

Tom Witman

Head of Business Development Sprinters, Amazon Web Services
Tom Witman is an Amazon Web Services (AWS) veteran with almost eight years of running global, high-impact business development teams across a wide array of cloud-based services including network, media, and security services. He is currently pushing the organization to optimize business... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
123
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#334 - Disrupt Conventional Silo Thinking by Managing Projects Using Kanban's Value-Based Systems Perspective
Description:
Kanban is much more than an agile method. It's a different way of looking at projects as part of a value chain that reaches beyond the single project. This session will demonstrate how Kanban's systems approach, value-based focus, and simple practices keep project managers in control. We will share a case story showing how Kanban facilitated higher project efficiency, smarter resource allocation, and proactive handling of cross-team dependencies, which are some of the biggest killers of project efficiency.**An encore of this presentation is available on Sunday, 6 October, at 4:45 p.m.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) discuss how the Kanban core practices can help improve project efficiency, and identify which practices to apply to projects;(2) describe how to use relevant case-study examples and adapt them to improve performance or minimize the effect of cross-team dependencies.
Speakers
avatar for Annette Vendelbo, PMI-ACP, PMP

Annette Vendelbo, PMI-ACP, PMP

Project Director, Agile Expert, Xvoto ApS
Annette Vendelbo has 30 years' experience with IT project management and line management in Digital, HP, and other large global companies. In 2008 she founded Xvoto, an agile consultancy helping organizations with planning and executing agile transformations with respect for their... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
120B
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#336 - Innovative Problem Solving Enables Flawless Execution
Description:
Project management knowledge is quite mature and the number of professionals has significantly increased. However, projects' on-time and within-budget performance has not had a proportionate improvement. They are not meeting the flawless execution criteria, and a significant fraction of projects have large cost and time overruns. This session will show how some innovative problem-solving techniques have been used to achieve flawless execution across multiple projects of varied sizes in different industries.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) develop the criteria for flawless execution of projects;(2) discuss the power of innovative problem-solving techniques in achieving flawless execution.
Speakers
avatar for Martin Nazareth, PMP

Martin Nazareth, PMP

President, OpEx Solutions, Inc.
Martin Nazareth is the founder and president of OpEx Solutions, Inc. (OSI) — an organization with two divisions, Global OpEx Solutions and the CenTex OpEx Consortium, helping organizations find and define their own way to operational excellence. Since its inception, OSI has successfully... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
120C
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#337 - PMBOK® Guide – The Next Generation: An Innovation Working Session (Part 1 of 2)
Description:
Join us for an innovation workshop to develop concepts for the next generation of the PMBOK® Guide. Explore current thinking to ensure the next version encompasses the full spectrum of project management approaches. Then actively participate in shaping the content through a series of innovation discussions and exercises. Bring your expertise, ideas and energy to collaborate with your colleagues in building a robust and resilient project management body of knowledge. Part 2 will be held Saturday, 5 October, at 3:45 p.m.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) describe the full spectrum of project management approaches;(2) identify core principles required for effective project delivery.
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Townsend

Stephen Townsend

Director, Network Programs, PMI
Stephen Townsend is PMI's director for network programs. In this capacity, he leads special program initiatives for the Institute that include: exploring how organizations are adapting their value-delivery systems to accommodate the full spectrum of delivery approaches; compiling... Read More →
avatar for Cynthia Dionisio, PMP, PMI-ACP

Cynthia Dionisio, PMP, PMI-ACP

Principal, Cynergy2
Cynthia Dionisio is a professional project management consultant, instructor and author. She has written eight books on project management. She is an active volunteer with the Project Management Institute. She was the Chair for the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition. Prior to that she... Read More →
avatar for Mike Griffiths, PMP, PMI-ACP

Mike Griffiths, PMP, PMI-ACP

Consultant, Leading Answers
Mike Griffiths is an experienced project manager and agile coach with a long history of contributions to the agile and project management community. He helped create the agile approach, DSDM, in 1994 and has been using agile approaches on his projects ever since. He served on the... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
118A
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#338 - The Female Leader: Working and Evolving in the Project World
Description:
The act of leadership should not be a gendered trait; however, female leaders in organizations are often segregated and set apart. The Global Gender Gap Report 2017 estimates it will be another 217 years before we achieve gender parity. In order to not bring this statistic to fruition we must further strengthen our understanding of the female leader. How do we experience the female leader role today? This panel discussion will provide insights on to how to work with, coach and evolve the female leader. We will look at the historical presence of women in organizational leadership and use this legacy as a foundation to grow. Our panel is a diversified group of female leaders with varying experiences, cultures, ages and industries allowing for a dynamic discussion on the past, the present and most definitely the future in female leadership.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) discuss the challenges and opportunities facing women in project management.(2) describe what steps can be taken by a woman to help ensure her future success in project management.
Speakers
avatar for Laila Faridoon

Laila Faridoon

Chapter President, PMI UAE Chapter
Laila Faridoon is a passionate Emirati speaker, author and a leading professional consultant in IT and management with more than 19 years of experience. She holds a master's degree in computer science and is pursuing her Ph.D. currently in the field of fourth industrial revolution... Read More →
avatar for Ed Hoffman

Ed Hoffman

CEO, Knowledge Strategies, LLC
Dr. Ed Hoffman is CEO, Knowledge Strategies, LLC, which is engaged in research, education and consulting services in support of organization performance. Dr. Hoffman serves as senior lecturer for Information and Knowledge Strategy Program at the Columbia University School of Professional... Read More →
avatar for Laurel Sim, PMP

Laurel Sim, PMP

Vice President Portfolio Management, Taleo Project Services
Laurel Sim is currently a partner and vice president of portfolio management at Taleo, a small project management services firm. Her relationships and logical approach to business demand has opened many doors for Taleo. In 2013, Taleo was awarded the Canadian Top Profit Business and... Read More →
avatar for Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP

Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP

VP, Outreach, PMI Buffalo Chapter
Tammy Ashraf, PMI-ACP is a senior systems engineer and strategist in the aerospace industry with a diverse array of experience serving in technical and research-oriented roles on large-scale, high-impact projects spanning data science, aerospace engineering, software engineering... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
126A
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#339 - Tracking Performance and Forecasting Results With Control Account Value Analysis
Description:
This session will examine how Control Account Value Analysis (CAVA) compares the planned and actual cost of each completed control account to assess cost efficiency, and the planned and actual control account completion dates to assess ongoing progress. It also tracks vendor agreements for future work in assessing the cost performance picture. The key is to divide the project schedule into phases and control accounts that are appropriate to the work flow and the need for gate reviews. CAVA also supports portfolio management, through comparison of graphics that illustrate time and cost status and forecasts of multiple projects.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) compare the limitations of conventional earned value methods with the features and improvements possible through CAVA; (2) recognize ways to visualize project status, performance and progress in the context of portfolio management.
Speakers
avatar for Douglas Bower, PMP

Douglas Bower, PMP

Lecturer, Ryerson University
Douglas Bower is a lecturer at the Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada. He is also a management consultant providing expertise in IT and telecommunications to project teams. As manager, e-business with the Ontario Government, Dr. Bower led a team... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
121A
  PMI® Global Conference

2:00pm EDT

#341 - *Leadership Institute Master Class (LIMC) Alumni Workshop: Strategic Storytelling: Build Your Influence with a Memorable Story
Description:
Did they do what you hoped after you stopped talking? Learn the simple, proven S.T.O.R.I.E.S. technique for communicating with impact. You'll experience simple ways to leverage the power of strategic storytelling to hone your communication, reinforce key messages, and enhance trust and transparency.You'll leave with a story you can use to improve your influence and new friends you can lean on as you continue your journey (it's hard to tell a good story without making a friend).

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:• Tell an effective story that has impact. • Describe how to use the S.T.O.R.I.E.S. technique to communicate with the chapter. *This session is by invitation only and is open to graduates of the Leadership Institute Master Class.
Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom 4, Level 4
  Leadership Development Track

3:15pm EDT

#342-EXH - Productivity Apps You Can't Live Without
Description:
You hear about new apps every single second of the day. Life is too short and data is too precious. So which ones do you download? Which ones work and don't, and more importantly, how would they work for your needs? All of these questions will be answered in this activity and then some. Come learn of great apps that can rock your world! We'll share the apps and show you exactly how to use them.
Saturday October 5, 2019 3:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#343 - 10 Things You Need to Know Before a Cloud Transformation
Description:
How does a 35-year-old company with 50 million customers move 250+ applications to the cloud and guide 9,000 employees along the way? It takes grit, a willingness to build new muscle, and innovative partnership. Hear from two Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification holders on how they blended their skill sets to navigate Intuit through this complex transformation, designing an eight-step framework grounded in organizational and programmatic blueprints to support technical changes.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) describe lessons learned from initiating and executing an enterprise cloud migration program;(2) explain how to leverage a program framework to use as a reference for any enterprise program.
Speakers
avatar for George Coryell, PMP

George Coryell, PMP

Technical Program Group Manager, Intuit, Inc
As a 10-year veteran of Intuit, George Coryell is a group manager of technical program management and has led program managers focused on technology refresh, operational excellence, security and compliance, and business operations for enterprise and cloud hosting. Prior to Intuit... Read More →
avatar for Natalie Wilson, PMP

Natalie Wilson, PMP

Staff Technical Program Manager, Intuit, Inc
Natalie Wilson, a technical program manager at Intuit, has successfully managed large-scale technical programs across the infrastructure hosting space. She is responsible for driving the product management and strategic planning of Intuit's cloud platform products and services. Prior... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
122B
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#344 - Adapt, Adopt and Thrive: The Robot Revolution, Agile and the Impact on Project Management
Description:
The next industrial revolution is upon us. Robots, artificial intelligence, the internet of things, digital this and digital that. Incorporating change? Improving your skills? Come see a different perspective on the future in this fun, interactive session, and see how you may need to adjust your thinking. Be prepared to view the world in a different way. Learn why specific change details are less important than applying a personal approach to adaptation.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) describe past prediction successes and failures and identify the interesting ways in which people make decisions;(2) discuss new ways of thinking and how to improve working together by demonstrating the value of clear communications and building trust.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Palladino, PMP

Michael Palladino, PMP

Head/Director, Agile Center of Excellence, Bristol-Myers Squibb
Michael Palladino is a project management and agile professional with broad experience across several industries. He is the head of the Agile Methods Center of Excellence at Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharmaceuticals. He is an adjunct professor at Villanova University, past president of... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
126A
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#345 - Brilliance and Project Leadership
Description:
The light bulb is turned on. A brilliant idea is formed. Where does the brilliant idea go from there? How does it get from the creative innovator to execution? This session will take you on the journey from the formation of the brilliance campaign to the partnership with the project management office (PMO) that assisted in formulating ideas to actual projects to increase customer and employee satisfaction and future company profitability.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) organize and manage team work packages that encourage, review and identify innovational ideas that turn into projects;(2) identify best practices for managing, tracking and communicating innovational ideas that may turn into projects.
Speakers
avatar for Susanne Galanek, PMP

Susanne Galanek, PMP

Head of PMO, Verisk Data Analytics
Susanne Galanek is currently the head of the Information Technology Project Management Office (PMO) at Verisk Data Analytics Corporation in Jersey City, NJ. She has been providing value in the PMO for the past three years delivering infrastructure, cloud technology, O365/Skype, merger... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
120C
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#346 - In the Here and Now: Using Mindfulness Practices to Enhance Personal and Team Performance
Description:
The research says it all. Mindfulness leads to better health, reduced stress and greater focus. Yet, despite the evidence, many of us don't incorporate mindfulness day to day. More powerful than mindfulness alone is the combination of mindfulness and character strengths. Research tells us that the use of character-strength leads to higher engagement and productivity. Come learn about your level of mindfulness, discover your top strengths and leave with practical resources to combine the two every day.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) identify their top five character strengths and recognize the character strengths of others;(2) analyze the five facets of mindfulness in relation to themselves, and discover practices to blend mindfulness and character strengths.
Speakers
avatar for Ruth Pearce, PMI-ACP, PMP

Ruth Pearce, PMI-ACP, PMP

Project Motivator, ALLE LLC
Ruth Pearce is CEO of ALLE LLC, and is an author and speaker as well as a practicing project manager. Her 25 years' experience is in a variety of industries including financial services, state government and nonprofits. She has spent her career learning and experimenting to engage... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
121C
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#348 - Product Education Session - Microsoft: Customer Insights from Hitachi, Great Lakes, Coca-Cola, and Commonwealth of Kentucky on Project and Portfolio Management Transformation Outcomes
Description:
Gain powerful business insights from three customers driving work management solutions. They will discuss how they are using Project and other tools in the Microsoft Cloud to align decision making and drive excellence across their organizations.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) discuss powerful business insights shared by Microsoft customers;(2) describe how these customers are implementing Microsoft tools to drive excellence across their organizations.
Speakers
avatar for Nida Onay

Nida Onay

Strategic IT Business Partner, Hitachi Vantara
Nida Onay is a Strategic IT Business Partner with Hitachi Vantara, responsible for developing strategic technology roadmaps, and management of enterprise technology investments. Nida has held various leadership roles in consulting and IT, including project portfolio management, account... Read More →
avatar for Patrick Quirk

Patrick Quirk

Executive Director, Office of Project Management, Commonwealth of Kentucky
Patrick Quirk has 20+ years of project management experience in a variety of industries. He is currently serving the Commonwealth of Kentucky for the 4th time, this time to build out a PMO for IT projects across the Commonwealth. In addition to the Commonwealth, Patrick has served... Read More →
avatar for Edie Harrison

Edie Harrison

Portfolio Manager, Great Lakes Coca-Cola Bottling
Edie Harrison joined Great Lakes Coca Cola as a Portfolio Manager. She joined a team tackling continued growth of Great Lakes Coca Cola and its holding company Reyes Holdings. With the PMO team, Edie is managing the adoption of key project process improvements and implementation of... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
121B
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#349 - Program Management in Healthcare: Innovation is #1 (and Schedule and Patient Care!)
Description:
When a world-renowned medical center embarked on a journey to consolidate to a new electronic health record system, the radiology department made the bold decision to concurrently replace their viewer, imaging system, and workflow manager along with required updates to hundreds of inter-related applications. Schedules were immovable, and the quality of patient care could not waiver. This session uses a real-world, complex example to walk through how program management was critical to achieving these goals.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) discuss how to establish and monitor benefits to ensure strategic alignment in a complex environment;(2) describe how to proactively assess and respond to risks across multiple related projects.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Coulson, PMP

Chris Coulson, PMP

IT Project Manager, Mayo Clinic
Chris Coulson is a Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification holder with over 15 years of experience in IT healthcare project management. She is an accomplished IT professional experienced in all phases of technology and process improvements in projects of all complexity... Read More →
avatar for Janice Pascoe, PMP

Janice Pascoe, PMP

IT Program Manager, Mayo Clinic
Janice Pascoe is an award-winning project manager and program manager with over 20 years of leadership experience in healthcare, aerospace and defense, storage and professional services. She has been recognized for bridging complex technical and business ideas between delivery, sales... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
121A
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#350 - Successful Project Managers Have Mastered Key Skills and So Can You!
Description:
Management of medium-to-large, complex procurement and integration projects is a difficult challenge. Aligned and building on the key findings of the PMI Talent Triangle®, the Project Management Leadership Model lays out a practical and proven approach for creating successful and outstanding project managers to achieve these skills. The goal of this session is to provide an overview of the model and industry-proven tips and techniques to help increase a project manager's individual and organizational success.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) describe the Project Management Leadership Model and required project management leadership skills;(2) identify proven tips and techniques to strengthen their project management leadership skills.
Speakers
avatar for Laszlo Retfalvi, PMI-RMP, PMP

Laszlo Retfalvi, PMI-RMP, PMP

General Manager, Retfalvi and Associates
Laszlo Retfalvi founded Retfalvi and Associates in November 2009, which is committed to providing high-caliber project management and risk management consulting and learning solutions to meet today's demanding business needs. His vision then—and now—has not wavered: to ensure... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
122A
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#351 - Why Agile and Lean Both Belong in Project Management
Description:
The Agile Manifesto clearly puts an emphasis on individuals, customers, early potentially shippable products, and responding to change. When these values are integrated with key lean principles such as eliminating waste, empowering the team, building quality in, amplifying learning, deciding late, delivering fast, and seeing the whole, then the results can be the best of all worlds. This session shows how these two methodologies can be integrated together along with some actual project implementation applications.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) compare and contrast agile and lean principles and values;(2) apply agile and lean concepts to projects.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Sheives, PMP

Thomas Sheives, PMP

Associate Professor of Project Management; Program Director - Project Management; Director of Agile, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Dr. Tom Sheives is an associate professor at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology and program director of the M.S. in Project Management program. He also is the founding director of the Agile Lean Center at Harrisburg University.Dr. Sheives has nearly 10 years of experience... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
120A
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#352 - Brought to You by the Leadership Institute: Speak with Confidence
Description:
Effective communication is key whether you are leading an agile team of 50, conducting a sprint standup with 8, or presenting a progress report to a single client. While practice makes perfect there are also ways you can improve both rehearsed and impromptu speech – from improv to Toastmasters. Learn tools to increase your speaking confidence.
Speakers
avatar for Marjorie Anderson

Marjorie Anderson

Product Manager, Global Solutions, PMI
Marjorie Anderson is a Product Manager, Global Solutions at Project Management Institute and is the team lead for the Chapter Channel MVP project. Marjorie has worked to help evolve the community program at PMI and leads a team who helps ensure that the online community not only serves... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
118C
  Leadership Development Track

3:45pm EDT

#354 - Colorful Projects: Cultural Diversity as a Strength on Virtual Teams
Description:
This session will highlight the benefits of multicultural teams in a virtual environment. Many practitioners are frustrated by cultural differences. However, cultural orientations can be used as a strength on virtual teams, creating solutions that are impossible to achieve in unicultural environments.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) state the difference between cultural dominance versus cultural integration;(2) identify three tools on cultural integration (COF, intercultural calendar, non-verbal feedback cards) that are easy to apply on your virtual team.
Speakers
avatar for Ralf Friedrich

Ralf Friedrich

CEO, German Project Solutions (GeProS)
Dr. Ralf Friedrich is an international project coach and business consultant who has been supporting companies in the implementation of project management and virtual team processes since 2000. For PMI, he led the first version of the Organizational Project Management Maturity Model... Read More →
avatar for Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Dirk Doppelfeld, PMP

Chapter Member Advisory Group
Dirk Doppelfeld is an international project management consultant and trainer. After 18 years in the printing business, he founded his own consulting and training company in 2011. He enables clients to enhance project management effectiveness through consulting, mentoring, coaching... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
123
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#355 - Managing Stress Through Physiology, Mindset, and Our Relationship With Technology
Description:
Working and living in our digital age is challenging and creating unprecedented levels of stress. The reality is that stress is here to stay and if not managed it can lead to burnout. Can you distinguish between healthy and unhealthy stress? Learn the difference and how you can build sticky habits to combat negative stress and achieve peak performance through the use of your mind, your body and your relationship with technology.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) recognize when they are experiencing healthy versus negative stress;(2) apply physiological and mindset tactics to create habits that combat negative stress.
Speakers
avatar for Swati Doshi

Swati Doshi

Founder and Managing Director, Human Results
Swati D. Doshi is the founder and managing director of Human Results, an HR consulting and coaching firm that brings talent optimization to life in organizations by aligning people strategy to business strategy. Human Results maximizes performance at companies through 1:1 and group... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
120B
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#356 - PMBOK® Guide – The Next Generation: An Innovation Working Session (Part 2 of 2)
Description:
Join us for an innovation workshop to develop concepts for the next generation of the PMBOK® Guide. Explore current thinking to ensure the next version encompasses the full spectrum of project management approaches. Then actively participate in shaping the content through a series of innovation discussions and exercises. Bring your expertise, ideas and energy to collaborate with your colleagues in building a robust and resilient project management body of knowledge. Part 1 is scheduled for Saturday, 5 October, 2:00 p.m.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:(1) discuss the full spectrum of project management approaches;(2) identify core principles required for effective project delivery.
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Townsend

Stephen Townsend

Director, Network Programs, PMI
Stephen Townsend is PMI's director for network programs. In this capacity, he leads special program initiatives for the Institute that include: exploring how organizations are adapting their value-delivery systems to accommodate the full spectrum of delivery approaches; compiling... Read More →
avatar for Cynthia Dionisio, PMP, PMI-ACP

Cynthia Dionisio, PMP, PMI-ACP

Principal, Cynergy2
Cynthia Dionisio is a professional project management consultant, instructor and author. She has written eight books on project management. She is an active volunteer with the Project Management Institute. She was the Chair for the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition. Prior to that she... Read More →
avatar for Mike Griffiths, PMP, PMI-ACP

Mike Griffiths, PMP, PMI-ACP

Consultant, Leading Answers
Mike Griffiths is an experienced project manager and agile coach with a long history of contributions to the agile and project management community. He helped create the agile approach, DSDM, in 1994 and has been using agile approaches on his projects ever since. He served on the... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
118A
  PMI® Global Conference

3:45pm EDT

#357 - Unleash Your Decision-Making Genius by Transforming Adverse Childhood Experiences, Like Alexander Hamilton
Description:
Finding innovative solutions to high-impact project problems requires the higher-thinking brain to control other brain areas to render the strategic, stroke-of-genius ideas that jettison projects forward. Yet, cognitive imprints from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) cause gaps that position the survival-oriented brain to silently compromise this process. This HistorEQ, neuroscience-based session reveals how to identify ACEs to close gaps between key brain areas to become a strategic decision-making master, like Alexander Hamilton - America's original genius!

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: (1) identify ACEs to close gaps between the higher- and lower-thinking brain to become an innovation-driving, strategic decision-making master;(2) demonstrate with their team members the neuroscience-based Mind The Gap™ Strategy to close cognitive gaps to become innovation-delivering leaders.
Speakers
avatar for Joseph Luttrell, PMP, CAPM

Joseph Luttrell, PMP, CAPM

Chief Organizational Officer, EQ Leadership Seminars, LLC
Joe Luttrell, PMP, CBAP, is CEO of EQ Leadership Seminars, LLC whose mission is to provide the neuroscience-based leadership training that equips working people with what they need to level the playing field in their professional and personal lives. EQ Leadership Seminars provides... Read More →

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
125
  PMI® Global Conference

5:00pm EDT

PMI Annual Membership Meeting
Description:
PMI Members have an opportunity to address business and hear about the state of the Institute. Visit https://www.pmi.org/about/leadership-governance/annualmembershipmeeting for details about this meeting.
Saturday October 5, 2019 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
120B
  Other

5:00pm EDT

Networking Happy Hour
Description:
Saturday October 5, 2019 5:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Exhibit Hall E, Level 2
  Other

7:00pm EDT

PMI Awards Gala
Description:
Advanced registration required. To REGISTER or for additional information, go to https://www.pmi.org/global-conference/registration-options and choose "Packages and Add-Ons." The PMI Awards Gala and dinner is an annual celebration of project, program, and portfolio management – and the industry stars who are not only changing the profession and their organizations, but enabling the evolution of their communities and the business landscape. Based on nominations from our global membership, PMI and the PMI Educational Foundation will honor those who represent the best of the best from across the world of project management.
Saturday October 5, 2019 7:00pm - 9:30pm EDT
Terrace Ballroom, Level 4
  Other
 
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