QUARTERLY SPEAKER EVENT: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Project Management: Building Stronger Teams and Better Outcomes

Topic

Join us for an engaging in-person event focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the project management industry, alongside a recognition of International Women’s Day. This session will explore how inclusive practices, equitable leadership, and diverse perspectives contribute to stronger teams, improved collaboration, and more successful project outcomes.

The event will feature insights from a panel experienced project management professionals across local industries, sharing real-world perspectives on navigating and leading diverse project teams and the challenges they overcame to achieve successful careers in project management. The discussion will be facilitated by Karla Eidem, head of transformation and project delivery at PMI Global, and will include an interactive audience Q&A creating space for open dialogue and shared learning.

Attendees will gain practical insight into how to be more mindful when working with diverse stakeholders, teams, and leaders, as well as strategies to foster equity, understanding, and inclusion within fast-paced project environments. These concepts will be connected to the PMI Talent Triangle, highlighting how DEI strengthens power skills, ways of working, and business acumen.

This event is designed for project professionals at all levels who are looking to enhance team performance, improve workplace culture, lead more effectively in today’s evolving project landscape, and learn strategies to overcome barriers they may encounter along their career path. 

Key Takeaways (PMI Talent Triangle):

• Ways of Working:
  • Build inclusive leadership practices that foster trust, engagement, and psychological safety.
  • Improve communication and collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Power Skills:
  • Apply inclusive approaches to teamwork, decision-making, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Encourage diverse perspectives to improve project execution and outcomes.
• Business Acumen:
  • Understand how DEI contributes to stronger organizational performance and retention.
  • Gain insight from PMI’s Salary Survey on equity, advancement, and workforce trends.

Click to download PMI's Practitioner DEI Playbook

Agenda

• Check-In: 5:30 - 6pm
• Dinner Served: 6pm (dinner and 2 drink tickets are included)
• Chapter Updates: 6:15 - 6:30pm
• Panel Introductions and Insights: 6:30 - 7pm
• Facilitated Q&A: 7 - 7:30pm
• Professional Networking: 7:30 - 9:30pm

          (Walk-Ins welcome)

Cancellation Policy

While all efforts will be made to avoid doing so, the Chapter reserves the right to cancel any event. If an event is canceled or postponed by the Chapter, notification will be provided.