Global Virtual LIM 2021- October - Time Zone 2

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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

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 →