Global Virtual LIM 2021- October - Time Zone 2

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TBA

Coalition of Associations

New This session is part of the preconference content available from the LIM platform beginning 4 October. Watch it to gain information prior to attending LIM on 9 October.

Speakers

Bernardo Tirado, PMP

Manager, Partnerships & Ops, PMI

Monday October 4, 2021 TBA

PMI Update, Pre-Conference

TBA

Product Portfolio Overview

New This session is part of the preconference content available from the LIM platform beginning 4 October. Watch it to gain information prior to attending LIM on 9 October. PMI has been busy creating and launching new products to serve changemakers. Learn about the overall strategy in creating the products and how PMI envisions the products serving chapters through their members and community.

Speakers

Kristin Hodgson

Portfolio Leader, Standards, PMI

Kristin Hodgson, CAE, CSPO, is Portfolio Leader for PMI. After leading PMI Chapter Development in the Americas for 6 years, in 2019 she became director of the Standards, Publications, and eCommerce Digital Products departments responsible for producing all PMI publications. Additionally... Read More →

Monday October 4, 2021 TBA

PMI Update, Pre-Conference

1:00pm EDT

Preconference Networking Experience

The LIM is offering a unique opportunity to network with your peers. Take a seat at a virtual table to discuss a particular topic or just catch up with friends from around the world. LIM and Airmeet registration required. The link to the networking registration will be sent with your LIM registration confirmation and will be available from the event platform beginning 4 October.

Tuesday October 5, 2021 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Pre-Conference, Networking

10:00am EDT

Early Entry Board Session: Q&A with PMI Board Members

Log onto the platform early and join the session featuring a facilitated chat with members of PMI’s Board of Directors. Come prepared with questions!

Speakers

Beth A. Partleton, PMP

Board of Directors, PMI

Beth A. Partleton, PMP, is a PMI Fellow and Compensation Committee Chair, PMI Board of Directors.

Randall T. (Randy) Black, PMP

Board of Directors, PMI

Randall T. (Randy) Black, PMP, is Immediate Past Chair, PMI Board of Directors.

Matt Tomlinson, PgMP, PMP

Board of Directors, PMI

Matt Tomlinson, PgMP, PMP, Director, PMI Board of Directors.

Jamie Gray

Volunteer Engagement Specialist II, PMI

Jamie Gray is a Volunteer Engagement Specialist II based out of PMI’s Global Headquarters in the USA. She is responsible for the development and implementation of key programs and services that support effective recruitment, retention and recognition of PMI’s global volunteers... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 10:00am - 10:30am EDT

PMI Update, General Session

10:35am EDT

Opening Session and Chapter of the Year Award Ceremony

An update on PMI’s 4.0 Strategy and the kickoff of Hours for Impact. Hear from many of our leaders as we discuss how chapters can execute on PMI's strategy.

Speakers

Tony Appleby, PMP

Chair, Board of Directors, PMI

Tony Appleby, PMP, is Chair, PMI Board of Directors.

Jim Snyder

Founder, PMI

Mr. Snyder is retired from GlaxoSmithKline and has 37 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical Industry in computer sciences, operations research, international marketing, and finance. He holds a BSIM form Georgia Institute of Technology and a MBA from Drexel University. He served... Read More →

Galen Townson, PMI-ACP, PMP

Board of Directors, PMI

Galen Townson, PMI-ACP, PMP, is Audit Committee Chair, PMI Board of Directors.

LuAnn Piccard, PMP

Board of Directors, PMI

LuAnn Piccard, PMP, is Strategy Oversight Committee Chair, PMI Board of Directors.

Mike DePrisco

Chief Operating Officer (COO), PMI

Otema Yirenkyi

VP, Global Engagement, PMI

Ashwini Bakshi

Managing Director, Europe, PMI

Srini  Srinivasan

Managing Director, South Asia, PMI

Jason Dolfi

Director, Chapters, Volunteers and Youth, PMI

SoHyun Kang

Manager, Chapters, Asia Pacific, PMI

Brantlee Underhill

Managing Director, North America, PMI

Saturday October 9, 2021 10:35am - 12:20pm EDT

PMI Update, General Session

12:30pm EDT

Chapter Sustainability: From Board Nominations to Onboarding

Your chapter is sustainable only with good leadership. Getting the right people into elected positions starts with succession planning and follows with well-planned and fair nominations and election processes. Join this session to learn the best practices and tools to help your chapter have successful elections.

Speakers

Xing Ying Lee

Chapter Operations Analyst, Singapore, PMI

Xing Ying Lee is a Chapter Operations Analyst based out of PMI’s Singapore office. Xing Ying works closely with Asia Pacific chapters in areas such as operations and governance. Prior joining PMI, she had various experiences in corporate administration, people operations, and event... Read More →

Sarah Maxwell

Chapter Engagement Partner, PMI

Sarah Maxwell is a Chapter Engagement Partner, supporting PMI chapter leadership to enhance chapters’ value to their members. Like the NASA janitor who helped to put a man on the Moon, Sarah believes supporting PMI chapters is one way she helps make the world a better place. Sarah... Read More →

Denise Baker, DASM, PMP

Region Mentor, PMI

Denise Baker, DASM, PMP, works in Telecommunications as Senior Lease Accountant/Property Manager. Currently she is serving in the role as PMI Region 5 Mentor, MidAtlantic North America. She is a member of North Carolina Chapter (NCPMI) and has served as a volunteer for over 10 years... Read More →

James Dobson, PMP

Region Mentor, PMI

James Dobson, PMP is Region Mentor for Region 10 - Australia & New Zealand. He is a seasoned project professional who has founded his own business and been active in the industry for many years. James has held a number of leadership roles in the wider project management community... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Chapter Management, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Lights, Camera! Using Video in Chapter Marketing

With online video’s explosive growth in popularity over the past few years and the proven effectiveness of social media marketing, chapter marketing teams must learn to leverage videos effectively in their social media campaigns. Learn about tools and strategies to effectively develop, use, and reuse video content in PMI chapter marketing. Explore tools to measure the effectiveness of your video content.

Speakers

Jesse Barlow, PMI-ACP

Director of Video, PMI Mile Hi Chapter

Jesse Barlow, PMI-ACP, is Director of Video for PMI Mile Hi Chapter. He is a creative producer specializing in health and sustainability. He currently works as a project manager and producer for a full-service creative agency, located in Boulder, Colorado, that focuses on B2B content... Read More →

Debra Kahn, PMP

VP of Marketing, PMI Mile Hi Chapter

Debra Kahn, PMP, is VP of Marketing for PMI Mile Hi Chapter. She is a content solutions leader with more than 20 years of experience. Currently the CEO and primary consultant at DK Consulting of Colorado, Debra has enjoyed successes in a variety of content roles within the high tech... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Chapter Management, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Marketing Resources for Chapter Leaders

Learn how to navigate the Marketing Portal and find out all the marketing resources available to you to communicate to your members and local community. From videos to customizable marketing assets to get your message across.

Speakers

Nicole Santosusso

Product Marketing Specialist, PMI

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Chapter Management, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Diversity & Inclusion. Where Do We Begin?

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are what create a great community. When people do not bring themselves to the community then the entire community misses out on the diversity of thought. Inclusion and equity should always be part of the benefits of membership. Diversity leaders from PMI Toronto will share their experiences in creating a DE&I community and share the learnings and tangible outcomes.

Speakers

Roberta Heggie, PMP

Chair, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, PMI Toronto Chapter

Roberta Jane Heggie, PMP, is Chair, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee with PMI Toronto Chapter, leading an outstanding group of diverse and driven individuals looking to improve inclusion and equity for PMI Toronto. Jane was introduced to project management working as a manager... Read More →

Christine Blair, PMP

Deputy Chair of DEI Committee, PMI Toronto Chapter

Christine Blair, PMP, is Deputy Chair of PMI Toronto Chapter's DEI Working Group, and an active volunteer with other organizations leading change in inclusion and belonging. She is passionate about team leadership, facilitation, and building communities. She has worked in transportation... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

DEI, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Readers' Club: Community Response to Pandemic

Community plays an important role in our lives allows us to feel that we are part of something greater than ourselves. In response to the pandemic, when people were feeling isolated, PMI Karachi Pakistan Chapter launched Readers’ Club, a community of readers. This presentation will review how the chapter team developed an idea to engage members, which now serves the PM community at large through books and reading.

Speakers

Shenila Shahabuddin, PMP, LIMC Alumni

President, PMI Karachi Pakistan Chapter

Shenila Makhani, DASM, PMP, is President of PMI Karachi Pakistan Chapter. She is a seasoned project manager in the IT field with experience in managing cross functional and diversified projects. She specializes in delivering projects using traditional and agile methodologies ensuring... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Engagement, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Agree to Disagree: Does It Really Work? Learn About Disagreement Framework

Agreeing to disagree and leveraging disagreements for discovering new perspectives is key for innovative, out of the box, and progressive solutions and initiatives that take chapters to the next level. Disagreement Framework focuses on the constructive way of expressing disagreement, structuring it correctly, and communicating it effectively. This is a great opportunity to build trust, mutual respect, and enable the board to be equitable and productive even if they disagree.

Speakers

Shivani Gupta, PMP, DASM

President, PMI South Florida Chapter

Shivani Gupta, PMP, DASM, is President, PMI South Florida Chapter. She is a project management evangelist and a practicing PMO/PM with an extensive track record of successful hands-on projects in Fortune 500 companies, government, and nonprofit sectors. Currently, she is the President... Read More →

Chakri Bokka, PMP

VP of Strategy, PMI San Diego Chapter

Chakri Bokka, PMP, is VP of Strategy at PMI San Diego Chapter and has been a board member and volunteer serving the chapter since 2012. Chakri is an Alumni of the Leadership Institute Master Class (2020). He is a PMO professional, digital transformation expert, ITIL practitioner... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Leadership, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Extreme Ownership: The Heart of Resilient Leadership

In the face of disruption, such as that brought on by the pandemic, transforming your vision into reality involves taking ownership, finding your way through no matter what it takes, managing the well-being of your team and community, and creating social connections providing required stability from top to bottom. Learn how the concept of extreme ownership can help you achieve your goals.

Speakers

Rabia Saleem, PMP

President Elect, PMI Karachi Pakistan Chapter

Rabia Saleem Rao, PMP, is President Elect with PMI Karachi Pakistan Chapter as well as working as a Youth and Social Impact Coordinator out of her love to promote project management in youth. She is a senior IT executive having 12+ years of experience, currently working as Chief Technology... Read More →

Parash Sharma, DASSM, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP, PMP

President, PMI Los Angeles Chapter

Parash Sharma, DASSM, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP, PMP, is President of the PMI Los Angeles Chapter. Parash is a seasoned project management executive with more than 18 years of experience leading and engaging teams, including Millennials, to award-winning project outcomes, currently serving... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Leadership, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Lessons Learned in Chapter Leadership

PMI members get involved, make a difference, and make a mark on the profession through volunteering. But their experience can be greatly influence by the leaders in the chapter. Chapter leaders are unique as volunteers leading other volunteers. Their leadership can build or break a chapter. This presentation will explore how we can be great volunteer chapter leaders.

Speakers

Jeane Mathenge, PMP

President, PMI Kenya Chapter

Jeane Mathenge, PMP, is president of the PMI Kenya Chapter. She pioneered the first local mentorship forum in project management for new and working practitioners; is a founding member of Women in Projects Kenya to advance talents in women project leaders; and a pioneer mentor in... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Leadership, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Membership Model Redesign: Membership Options for PMI

The presentation will provide a brief history of the Membership Model Redesign (MMR) work, the results of months of user research, a description of the membership levels, and a high level timeline to launch.

Speakers

David Harp

Product Manager, Membership, PMI

David Harp is a Product Manager for Membership based out of PMI’s Global Headquarters in the United States. He is responsible for the Membership Model Redesign project and the development of subscription options for people who are new to PMI. David has been with PMI since 2020... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

PMI Update, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Product Showcase: Built Environment Projects Credential

In 2021, PMI introduced a new construction credential, Professional in Built Environment Projects (PMI-PBEP), which features a comprehensive curriculum consisting of elearning courses and micro-credentials. This curriculum was developed with input from leading construction organizations and expert professionals to address common challenges in built environment projects with the goal of strengthening practitioners’ competencies in novel ways of working. In this session, the product owner for this new credential will introduce you to the planned curriculum, the learning outcomes, and define the target audience. Join this session to learn more about how the PMI Professional in Built Environment Projects program can help practitioners in this industry enhance their project management competencies and improve project outcomes.

Speakers

Bob Maile, PMP

Construction Product Owner, PMI

Bob Maiale, PMP, is the Construction Product Owner at PMI. He has been with PMI for 2+ years and has also served as a Certification Product Owner and Exam Developer. Bob spent 18 years in the training and consulting world where he developed and delivered hundreds of project management... Read More →

Sarina Arcari, PMP

Certification Governance Council, PMI

Sarina Arcari, PMP, is Founder & CEO of Arcari Solutions LLC, a woman-owned, bespoke project management consultancy specializing in PMO design and implementation utilizing citizen developed automation solutions to optimize PMO value and ensure enterprise strategic portfolio delivery... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Product Showcase, Product Showcase

12:30pm EDT

Product Showcase: Organizational Transformation Foundation

PMI’s Organizational Transformation Foundation course is the first course of the Organizational Transformation Series and is designed to train project managers on the fundamentals of navigating change in transformation projects. Powered by the Brightline Initiative within PMI, this course introduces the five building blocks of successful transformations with a focus on the human-centered approach to enabling change. Learners who complete and pass the final assessment in the Foundation course will earn a Transformation Foundation micro-credential for their profile and resume. Join this session to learn more about how this tool can serve the members and potential members of your chapter community.

Speakers

Tahirou Assane

Portfolio Leader, Brightline, PMI

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Product Showcase, Product Showcase

12:30pm EDT

Product Showcase: Wicked Problem Solving

The Wicked Problem Solving Practitioner course and toolkit teaches individuals and teams the fundamental skills of creative collaboration and complex problem solving to take any problem from irresolution to resolution. Wicked Problem Solving is an online design-thinking course & toolkit enabled by the online white boarding collaboration tool, Miro, for anyone who wants to solve problems.

Speakers

Kate Castiglione

Product Owner, PMI

Kate Castiglione joined the Wicked Problem Solving Team in 2021 and is excited to bring energy, enthusiasm and solutions to help solve your toughest wicked problems.Kate appreciates contributing to a culture of innovation, collaboration and passion. In her 10+ years of experience... Read More →

Duncan McLaren, PMP

Chapter Insight Team, PMI

Duncan McLaren, PMP, is a member of the Chapter Insight Team and is an Alumni of the Leadership Institute Master Class (2020).

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Product Showcase, Product Showcase

12:30pm EDT

PMIEF: The Bridge Between Youth and Social Good

Speakers

Mitchell Fong, PMP, DAASM

PMIEF Board of Directors, PMI

Ram Dokka, PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP

PMIEF Board of Directors, PMI

Ashley Forsyth

PMIEF Executive Manager, PMI

Ashley Dalton Forsyth, EdD, is Executive Manager of PMIEF. Prior to this role, she served for 7 years as an Academic Programs Specialist at PMI, helping to connect college and university students with PMI through membership, certification, and the academic sponsored research grant... Read More →

Emily Sanders

Manager, Grants and Partnerships, PMIEF, PMI

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Social Impact, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Bringing PM for Life Skills to Remote Places, and into School

Two chapters highlight their outreach efforts to bring PM skills to students. The PMI Central Illinois Chapter found an opportunity to expand its educational outreach program to reach teachers and students thousands of miles away. The PMI Santa Cruz, Bolivia Chapter will present its “PMI® goes to School” project, and describe its four-phase process.

Speakers

Marco Antonio Daza Murillo

PMIEF Liaison, PMI Santa Cruz Bolivia Chapter

Marco Antonio Daza Murillo recently served as PMIEF Liaison for the Santa Cruz, Bolivia Chapter. He is an industrial engineer and is an entrepreneur in the areas of education, distribution, retail, and business intelligence.

Redney Doctora, PMP

VP of Outreach, PMI Central Illinois Chapter

Redney Doctora, PMP, is VP of Outreach for PMI Central Illinois Chapter. He holds the following designations: PMP, Fellow Life Management Institute, Chartered Life Underwriter, Competent Communicator (Toastmasters), Amazon Web Services (AWS) - Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS - Solution... Read More →

Pamela Clapp , PMP

President, PMI Central Illinois Chapter

Pamela Clapp, PMP, CLSSGB, is the President of PMI Central Illinois Chapter. She is the Supervisor of Strategy Realization at Memorial Health System in Illinois. She has been an active member of the project management community in Springfield, Illinois as an educator to those seeking... Read More →

Fabio Vargas, CAPM, PMP

President, PMI Santa Cruz Bolivia Chapter

Fabio Vargus, CAPM, PMP is a senior project controller specialist who is also PMO-CP certified. He has 10+ years of experience working in oil, gas, energy and construction projects.

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Social Impact/Outreach, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

Making a Difference Through Outreach: A Case Study from the PMI Kerala Chapter

During the pandemic, PMI Kerala Chapter has offered support through social and academic outreach programs. Passionate are bringing changes by assisting under-privileged children in learning, providing medical supplies to palliative care patients, and training volunteers of other NGOs and much more. Learn how this chapter’s members pulled together to help others during the pandemic.

Speakers

Jayakishore S R, PMP

President, Trivandrum, Kerala Chapter

Jayakishore S R, DASM, OTF, PMP, is president of the PMI Trivandrum, Kerala Chapter. He is an engineering manager with more than 15 years of experience with expertise in leading cross functional teams for aerospace structural projects having multi-year schedules. He is also a passionate... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT

Social Impact/Outreach, Breakout Session

12:30pm EDT

LIMC Alumni Session: A More Natural Way to Lead

You want to take your leadership to the next level, but the question is, “How?” when you are struggling to maintain the status quo. You need a practical blueprint to change. Jones Loflin says that new approach is built on four simple words: Grow, Cultivate, Prune, and Harvest.
In this innovative and engaging presentation built on the practices of a successful gardener, Jones equips leaders to identify where change is needed in their daily activities and take productive action. It’s time to get “growing” and harvest something better for your people and your organization.

Speakers

Jones Loflin

Jones Loflin has made it his life’s work to deliver powerful ideas and practical solutions to individuals around the world so they can achieve more of what is most important to them. Jones’ “3P Approach” of Powerful Ideas connected to Practical Solutions delivered with a... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 12:30pm - 1:35pm EDT

LIMC Alumni Session, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Data Analytics to Improve Chapter Outcomes

Join this presentation to learn how to harness the power of data analytics to meet and exceed chapter outcomes and identify ways to reduce waste. The first step starts with identifying opportunities for improvement and tying them to the strategic goals of the chapter. The presentation will include case study with examples and tips and tools to achieve those outcomes.

Speakers

Manish Kalra, PMP

President Elect and COO, PMI Minnesota Chapter

Manish Kalra, PMP, is President Elect and COO of the PMI Minnesota Chapter. He is a performance oriented technology leader with exceptional skills in formulating IT and process initiatives, leading all aspects of a project implementation using PMI and Agile guidelines to deliver best... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Chapter Management, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Lessons learned from Across Continents, Countries, and Cultures

Building a community is about embracing differences to build collective strength. Join me as I take you through the lessons learnt from the cultural journey of building a global virtual community. I will share tips to develop and engage a virtual team by mapping intentional leadership to culture patterns and universals.

Speakers

Priya Patra

Vice President, PMI Mumbai Chapter

Priya Patra, PMP, is Vice President of the PMI Mumbai Chapter. She is a mother of two, author, blogger, women empowerment believer, dreamer, creator, and a futurist. She is an agile evangelist and a program manager spearheading digital transformation, digital quality assurance, and... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

DEI, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

A New Look for Mentoring Program During the Pandemic

The PMI Toronto Chapter had an established in-person mentoring program. The need to implement social distancing brought unprecedented challenges to the program. When you have a creative and motivated team of volunteers with the wisdom of highly experienced mentors, you can transform a challenge into an outstanding opportunity. The presenters will share the lessons learned of an international remote mentoring program experience that connected and transformed the lives of hundreds of mentors and mentees.

Speakers

Ricardo Macorin, DASSM, PMP, PfMP

Director at Large, PMI Toronto Chapter

Ricardo Macorin, DASSM, PMP, PfMP, is Director at Large with PMI Toronto Chapter. He is a professional portfolio and project manager with 15+ years of professional experience in technology, innovation, and finances. Ricardo’s passion for learning and sharing knowledge has inspired... Read More →

Jeffrey Thompson, PMP

President, PMI Toronto Chapter

Jeffrey Thompson, PMP, is President of PMI Toronto Chapter. He held many ad hoc roles and worked in the Career Accelerator Program (CAP) from 2008 before joining the board in 2019. Over the past year, Jeffrey worked with the board on the chapter's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Engagement, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Membership Matters: Keeping Things Bright During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2020 was an unusual and challenging year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. PMI Melbourne Chapter modified its approach to ensure continued delivery of value-added services to members. Thanks to the power of technology, our membership stayed engaged and connected through participation in virtual events, following us on social media, and keeping informed via the monthly newsletter. Strategies were introduced to recruit, re-connect, retain, and return members. New initiatives helped keep things bright through adversity.

Speakers

Katerina (Katy) Dimitropoulos

Director at Large, PMI Melbourne Chapter

Dr. Katy Dimitropoulos is a founding member and has served as Director at Large and Director of Membership of the PMI Melbourne Chapter. Specializing in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors in an executive capacity, Katy has more than 10 years of governance experience having... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Engagement, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Turning It Around: A Case Study of a Chapter Moving from a Difficult Situation to Engagement Success

The presenter will expose her experience in improving the customer experience of members and volunteers. A five-year journey refocused the board, used tools and data that led to increased engagement. In 2020, the first year of the pandemic, the chapter had 5,000+ people registered for 120+ events.

Speakers

Adriana Cibelli, PMP

President, PMI Buenos Aires, Argentina Chapter

Adriana Cibelli, PMP is President of the PMI Buenos Aires, Argentina Chapter. Adriana is an electronic engineer who graduated from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina and is a consultant and trainer in project management, organizational management, and development of interpersonal... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Engagement, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Volunteer Engagement: How to Use the “4Rs” to Build Volunteer Relationships

This session will provide you with an introduction to PMI’s volunteer engagement model, which includes Recruitment, Retention, Recognition and Relationships. You will understand how a commitment to the 4Rs, along with an awareness of PMI’s volunteer engagement data can help your chapter engage volunteers effectively.

Speakers

Jamie Gray

Volunteer Engagement Specialist II, PMI

Maria Hazell

Volunteer Services Specialist, PMI

Maria Hazell is a PMI Volunteer Engagement Specialist. In her role, she is responsible for leading the development and implementation of key volunteer engagement programs and services, including but not limited to, volunteer outreach programs, communication and marketing approaches... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Engagement, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Retrospective of an Organizational Transformation of a Chapter

The PMI Central Italy Chapter leaders worked together to transform a chapter into a modern organization. Facing new challenges required new ways of working; agility is needed in an age of uncertainty. After one year a retrospective highlights what worked and what requires review in a continuous effort of improving.

Speakers

Carmine Paragano, DASSM, PMI-ACP, PMP

Technology Director and DA Champion, PMI Central Italy Chapter

Carmine Paragano, DASSM, PMI-ACP, PMP, is Technology Director and DA Champion for PMI Central Italy Chapter. She has 20 years of project management experience in traditional and Agile approaches for IT projects. Carmine is a trainer and coach in collaboration with many Universities... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Leadership, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Product Showcase: Citizen Developer

The low-code/no-code movement, or citizen development, allows you to quickly turn ideas into apps – with no coding expertise. With PMI’s Citizen Developer product suite of e-learnings, micro certifications and handbooks, chapter members and potential members can learn how to unlock the full potential of citizen development for their organizations. Learn about these tools and how citizen developers can be a part of your chapter’s community. Product Showcase sessions are presented in an interactive setting. Attendance is limited to 30 on a first-come basis.

Speakers

Sam Sibley

Global Head, Citizen Developer, PMI

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Product Showcase, Product Showcase

1:05pm EDT

Product Showcase: Discipline Agile

This session will provide an overview of the Disciplined Agile portfolio, a description of each product, and will answer some of your most frequently asked questions. The products that will be discussed include the Basics of Disciplined Agile, Disciplined Agile Scrum Master, Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master, Disciplined Agile Coach, and Disciplined Agile Value Stream Consultant.

Speakers

Kristy Moeller

Product Manager, DA Portfolio, PMI

Kristy Moeller is the Product Manager for the Disciplined Agile portfolio. She has more than 15 years of experience with PMI and holds a Master’s in Business Administration with a focus in marketing. The focus of Kristy’s experience is understanding the customer landscape and... Read More →

Ewa Serwa, PMP

DA Stakeholder Group, PMI

Ewa Serwa is a member of PMI’s Disciplined Agile Stakeholder Group. She is a certified project and portfolio manager and scrum master. She is creative and full of various ideas, and can spot potential in each person and situation. Ewa initiates projects, programs, is a leader and... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Product Showcase, Product Showcase

1:05pm EDT

Product Showcase: New Membership Benefits

Your professional needs evolve and PMI continually evolves our offerings to help you work smarter.  No matter what phase of your career you’re currently in, your PMI membership has benefits and tools that can help you learn, build skills, and advance in your career journey.

Speakers

Kerry Brooks

Product Manager, Membership, PMI

Kerry Brooks is a product manager with PMI’s Global Operations - Membership Team. Her background is in product development and management, as well as strategic marketing. Kerry works with her teams to develop career-focused digital solutions to solve customer pain-points throughout... Read More →

Louise Games

Product Manager, Membership, PMI

Louise Games has more than 20 years of membership association experience driving all aspects of global integrated membership and marketing programs. During her 10-year tenure at PMI, she has supported the global team responsible for implementing the membership strategy and cultivating... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Product Showcase, Product Showcase

1:05pm EDT

Hours for Impact: Why and How to Participate

Learn what the Hours for Impact program is about and how your chapter can participate.

Speakers

Nicole Santosusso

Product Marketing Specialist, PMI

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Social Impact, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Leading Effective SDG Projects

The PMI Japan Chapter has developed project management methods to address social issues. In this presentation, learn about three types of impact we have made on stakeholders through our activities as well as the effectiveness of the awards program for projects on social issues.

Speakers

Shingo Fujii, PMP

Programs Director, PMI Japan Chapter

Shingo Fujii, PMP, is Programs Director with PMI Japan Chapter. After working as a PM in a ministry Shingo became involved in research on social PM methods and currently is practicing the social PM method in the field of social community activities.

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Social Impact, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

Academic Outreach: Establishing Partnerships with Local Universities

Join this presentation as the Program Manager for Academic Outreach of the PMI Long Island Chapter for the past 10 years will guide you in establishing a partnership with academic institutions. Learn how global and chapter membership and certifications benefit students.

Speakers

Terry Mitchell, PMP

VP of Outreach, PMI Long Island Chapter

Terry Mitchell, PMP, is the VP of Outreach with PMI Long Island, NY Chapter (PMILIC). Terry is an experienced senior project manager with long history of expertise in leading technical and clinical teams to collaborative synergies to drive healthcare IT capital endeavors to business... Read More →

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Social Impact/Outreach, Breakout Session

1:05pm EDT

PMI’s Youth Engagement Strategy and Implementation

Speakers

Daniel Abellá, PMP

Youth and Social Impact Advisor, PMI Region 13 Southern Latin America

Daniel Abellá, PMP, is Youth and Social Impact Advisor for PMI Region 13 Southern Latin America. Born in Montevideo, Uruguay and holds a Bachelor’s degree in business. Daniel has been a PMI volunteer since 2012 and a member of PMI Montevideo, Uruguay and Santiago, Chile Chapters... Read More →

Ramam Atmakuri, PMP

PMIEF Board of Directors, PMI

Ramam Atmakuri, PMP, serves on the Board of Directors for PMI Educational Foundation (PMIEF). He has been serving PMI for 20 years in various capacities including founder and president of the PMI Pearl City, India Chapter, Region Mentor for South Asia, and several Member Advisory... Read More →

Ashley Forsyth

PMIEF Executive Manager, PMI

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:05pm - 1:35pm EDT

Social Impact/Youth, Breakout Session

1:45pm EDT

Closing Session and LIMC Graduation Ceremony

New Join this session to first learn about effective virtual networking, then practice with fellow LIM attendees. This session will be held on Airmeet and include audio and video for all participants. Login/registration information will be sent to all LIM registrants and will be available on the LIM platform.

Saturday October 9, 2021 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT

Keynote, General Session