June 2025 Breakfast Meeting - The Power of Networking

Christina Samore, PMP Webinar Library
 
 

Presentation Title:

The Power of Networking

Presentation Summary: 

Your network is the #1 predictor of career and business success. Our speaker brings over 20 years of leadership experience in corporate America and higher education.

Your network is your net worth! The Power of Networking will help you apply the art and science of how to network, leading to forge intentional and authentic relationships that will propel your career and business goals. Learn the various levels of a network, the difference between mentors and sponsors (there are gender differences!) and what it takes to build a network that is open, diverse, and deep.

Speaker: Janice Mrkonjic

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Speaker Bio:  

Janice Mrkonjic, M.Ed., PMP, ventured from Nova Scotia to North Carolina in 2001 to pioneer eLearning solutions benefitting AT&T, Verizon, and numerous telcos. In 2012, she flexed her entrepreneurial spirit by establishing Savvy Event Designs LLC, a destination management company in Raleigh, where she earned her PMP. In 2013, she accepted an adventurous opportunity in academia through leadership roles with Duke University, Arizona State University, and Maricopa Community Colleges. Janice followed her dream to live in California, where she directs traffic at the intersection of education, community, workforce, and economic development by producing fee-based, not-for-credit programs that fill knowledge gaps at Mt. San Jacinto College. Through her membership and committee contributions, Janice values PMI, its Chapters, and volunteers. A fireball of high energy and optimism, she loves all life's joys, including the occasional curveball.  

May 2025 Breakfast Meeting - The Evolution of Microsoft Project and the platform for PPM

Christina Samore, PMP Webinar Library
 

Presentation Title: 

The Evolution of Microsoft Project and the Platform for PPM

Presentation Summary: 

Microsoft has consolidated three offerings: To-Do, Planner, and Project for the web into a single Collaborative and Enterprise Work Management Solution (CWM/EWM) that integrates seamlessly into Microsoft Teams.

Learning Objectives:

Learn how to manage personal tasks, informal plans, formal project schedules, and the extensibility options to scale up to full-blown Project and Portfolio Management (PPM).

Learn about Artificial Intelligence options with Microsoft Co-Pilot for the New Planner.

Kenneth Steiness

Speaker: 

Kenneth Steiness, CEO, Sensei Project Solutions

Speaker Bio:  

Kenneth has worked in the project management and scheduling field for over 25 years and has managed customer engagements in over 13 countries worldwide and throughout the United States. His focus is on process and the discipline of PPM and scheduling whenever he engages with clients to deploy Microsoft Project and Portfolio Management or teaches classes on the subject.  As the founder of Sensei Project Solutions, Kenneth provides strategic direction to the business and is deeply involved with client relationships. 

April 2025 Breakfast Meeting - Support of working with a staffing agency

Christina Samore, PMP Webinar Library
 
 

Presentation Title: 

Support of working with a staffing agency and all things marketing yourself throughout the interview process

Presentation Summary:

This session will explore the benefits of working with a staffing agency and how to effectively market yourself throughout the interview process. We will discuss how staffing agencies can help job seekers find opportunities, provide interview support, and offer career guidance. Additionally, we will cover best practices for self-marketing, including personal branding and interview strategies to stand out to potential employers.
 

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the role of a staffing agency in job placement and career development.
  • Identify key benefits of working with a staffing agency, including access to exclusive job opportunities and professional guidance.
  • Develop a personal branding strategy to effectively present skills and experience.
  • Apply effective interview techniques to confidently communicate value to potential employers.
  • Utilize follow-up strategies to reinforce interest and professionalism post-interview.

You can download the presentation here.

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Speaker: 

Gina Bovi

Swoon Staffing Agency

Speaker Bio: 

Gina Bovi is a Business Development Manager at Swoon Staffing, where she partners with clients across the Valley and the U.S. to deliver top tier staffing solutions. With nearly three years at Swoon, Gina has played a key role in helping businesses build high-performing teams. Prior to her career in staffing, she worked at American Express, gaining valuable experience in client relations and business strategy. Passionate about connecting talent with opportunity, Gina brings a strategic and people-first approach to workforce solutions.

March Breakfast Meeting - Sustainability in Action – Integrating Green Practices into Project Management

Shane Cretacci Webinar Library
 

Presentation Title: 

Sustainability in Action – Integrating Green Practices into Project Management

Presentation Summary:

Sustainability is no longer optional—it’s a necessity. Project managers play a crucial role in embedding sustainable practices into project planning, execution, and delivery. This interactive session will explore practical strategies to integrate green principles into project management processes. Attendees will learn how to align projects with sustainability goals, minimize environmental impact, and drive long-term value.
 

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the principles of sustainable project management
  • Identify key areas where sustainability can be integrated into project life cycles
  • Apply green project management tools and frameworks
  • Measure and communicate sustainability impacts effectively
  • Overcome challenges in implementing sustainable practices

You can download the presentation here.

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Speaker: 

Dr Pitchiah Balasubramanian, PhD, MBA, MS, BE, PgMP, PMP, PMOCP, ITIL
NTT DATA Services Inc
Director / Industry Consulting
 

Speaker Bio: 

Dr Pitchiah "Pitch" Balasubramanian is a seasoned and innovative business technology leader with over 32 years of progressive leadership experience, currently serving as Director of Industry Consulting at NTT DATA Americas, Inc. In addition, Dr Pitch holds key roles within the PMI Phoenix Chapter as Treasurer/CFO (2nd term) and Board-Chair Elect for 2025. A proud PMI member since 1999, he celebrated 25 years of membership in November 2024. Certified as a PMP, PgMP, PMOCP, and ITIL, he brings extensive expertise and thought leadership to the field of project management including green project management. His dedication to advancing the profession is evident through a long history of volunteerism and leadership across PMI Global and Local Chapters, including PMI Great Lakes (MI), PMI Pittsburgh (PA), PMI Chicagoland (IL), and PMI Phoenix (AZ).PDU: 1.0 Business Acumen (Strategic)

Breakfast Meeting - Nov 2024 - Understanding Business Acumen and Decision Performance

Shane Cretacci Webinar Library

 

Presentation Summary:

Join us for an engaging session on Business Acumen and Decision Performance. Our speaker will guide us through an interactive program designed to explore the value of measuring decision performance and its impact on day-to-day decision-making. The presentation will highlight the importance of business acumen in making informed choices, how decision performance can shape the outcomes of our decisions, and practical strategies for enhancing decision-making skills. This event promises valuable insights into improving the way we approach decisions in a business context.

Speaker:  Derick Brownell

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Speaker Bio: 

Derick Brownell, PMP, serves as the PMI Phoenix Chapter Board Director for Programs and is transitioning into a new role focusing on membership engagement. With extensive experience in project management and leadership, Derick brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in guiding teams and fostering professional growth. His passion for connecting professionals and advancing the project management field is evident through his work with PMI, where he has played a key role in developing programs that drive success for members.

 

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