Virtual Events

Many project professionals find themselves stalled in their careers, struggling to move beyond traditional management roles. This session is designed for those ready to make a pivotal transition — from executing tasks to leading with vision and impact. It focuses on developing the leadership qualities, strategic mindset, and interpersonal skills essential for leading high-impact projects and inspiring teams.

Despite the buzz around AI and its potential to revolutionize industries, a surprising 70-80% of AI projects fail.  Why do so many AI initiatives, brimming with promise and potential, end up falling short? In this talk we explore the top reasons for these AI project failures, through real-world experiences and “ripped from the headlines” examples. 

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Lessons learned from a US Marine turned PM

In this engaging and insightful session, Russ Parker shares lessons from his career as a U.S. Marine Corps officer and how those experiences laid the foundation for success in project management. The presentation offers a dual perspective: first, it highlights how military personnel—often unknowingly—develop core competencies aligned with project management; second, it provides civilian project managers with a deeper appreciation for the structured, mission-driven skill set veterans bring to the profession. Attendees will walk away with a greater understanding of leadership, risk management, and project execution from a military lens—and how those concepts translate seamlessly into civilian project environments.

The power of Why. Unlocking the full benefits of Scrum by getting beyond the mechanics.

How often have you seen Scrum Masters or Coaches that are laser focused on following the nuts and bolts of Scrum? Surprisingly enough, the teams do not come along and the effectiveness is not increasing. Sound familiar? People usually call them “purists”. While probably having good intentions, these people might be doing a disservice to the Scrum community. That’s because Scrum is a lightweight framework that is not prescriptive.

Join Kate Anderson, Co-Founder of the PM Happy Hour Podcast, for an engaging session on Imposter Syndrome – Diagnosis & Treatment.

Learn how to recognize the signs of impostor syndrome in project work, apply the 3R Strategy (Recognize, Reframe, Reinforce), and develop a toolkit to build confidence and own your expertise. With her unique blend of empathy, strategic insight, and storytelling, Kate empowers project professionals to overcome self-doubt and lead with confidence.

Remotely Engaged: Strategies for Hybrid Meeting Success.

Hybrid work is the best of both worlds... until it’s not.

You're juggling time zones, trying to read body language over Zoom, and wondering why your in-person folks are talking over your virtual ones (again). Whether you're leading a meeting, a project, or a team, navigating hybrid work takes intention, skill, and maybe a little humor.

Join us for a transformative presentation to help you thrive in a hybrid work environment. You will explore the complexities of engaging both in-person and virtual colleagues to ensure inclusivity and overcome communication barriers.

In this highly interactive session with breakout discussions, Giuseppe Nespoli will guide you through practical solutions for effective meetings, including defining clear outcomes, managing stakeholders, utilizing appropriate tools, and addressing the unique challenges of hybrid work setups.

Join us for an engaging panel discussion on how to apply the PMI PMO Practice Guide in real-world environments. This session will explore practical ways PMO leaders and practitioners can leverage the guide to improve delivery, governance, and organizational alignment.

PMO Joe will be moderating and panelists Kim Essendrup and Pitch Balasubramanian will share their experiences, insights, and lessons learned to drive PMO maturity and business value. Attendees will gain actionable takeaways they can bring back to their organizations to enhance effectiveness and credibility. Whether you are new to PMOs or a seasoned leader, this discussion will provide valuable perspectives on turning guidance into practice.

Through our sponsoring partnership with Leadership Strategies, we are able to offer FREE admission to this virtual workshop: The Secrets of Facilitation for Project Managers.

Why facilitation skills?

• The 7th Edition of the PMBOK lists "Facilitate and Support" as one of the seven core project functions.
• PMs who can engage and inspire teams, build consensus, and manage dysfunction are better equipped to deliver successful projects.

This 75-minute workshop, presented by Leadership Strategies — the #1 facilitation training & services company in the US, is designed to give PMs practical, proven techniques they can use immediately. And as a special treat, the workshop will be led by the author of The Secrets of Facilitation and world-renowned master facilitator, Michael Wilkinson, CMF.