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2024 August PMI Memphis Newsletter

August 2024 Newsletter

PMI Memphis Chapter August 2024 Newsletter

PMI Memphis Chapter Meetings

August 14, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Monthly Chapter Meeting

About The Speaker:
Amanda Maness Hamilton, M.Sc., PMP, is a senior project manager and data evangelist.  She is principal at Uplift Analytics & Consulting LLC where her passion is to help organizations build efficiencies and weave advanced analytics into their processes.
Amanda is a scientist at heart and energized by her analytical mind. She enjoys collaborating with cross functional teams and finding practical and conscientious solutions to complex problems.

Amanda is a proud graduate of Massachusetts Maritime Academy and former U.S. Merchant Marine.  She received her M.S. in Marine Geology from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington where she also led offshore research expeditions for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Undersea Research Center.

Her career includes operations management and project management of undersea fiber optic cable survey & system design, offshore geologic and geophysical projects in oil & gas exploration, oil & gas R&D projects, and digital transformation projects.
Amanda is a native Memphian, but her former roles have gifted her the opportunity to lead projects in 12 countries and all oceans in-between.



Talk Summary

Design Thinking continues to be a popular thought process for organizations of all kinds and sizes. From startups to large enterprises, this approach to problem solving fits well within the digital transformation that companies are going through.

Advanced analytics tools, AI, and machine learning solutions are forcing businesses to reimagine and reorganize their processes, teams and methodologies.

There remains a significant opportunity to think through and build solutions that leverage advanced data analytics.  Insights gained are invaluable to your business and provide value internally, externally, and for consumers, stakeholders, and end users.  Being data driven begins with being data informed.

In this talk, we will go over strategies for applying design thinking methods to data analytics.  Whether you are a leader, project practitioner, or end user, this talk will help you apply design thinking concepts to how your organization approaches and uses data.

Key Takeaways:

  • Integrate Design Thinking to drive innovation in digital transformation.
  • Learn strategies for applying design thinking methods to data analytics.

PDUs:
Attendees Receive 2 Business Acumen PDUs (all credentials): 2.00


Tickets


$30.00 Member Registration
$35.00 after 06:00 pm 

$35.00 Non-Member Registration
$40.00 after 06:00 pm 

Register Now

Special Events: 

Snapshots from our July Chapter Meeting

Guest speakers: Filsun Moussa



2024 Professional Development Day

Save the Date!

Professional Development

PMP Exam Prep

PMI Memphis and RefineM partner to Present PMP Prep series in 2024


Are you seeking your PMP certification and want a focused, hard-hitting prep course?  Are you preparing for your Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam and looking for a proven resource that will help you get ready to take the test?  If YES, then this class is for you!  Look no further. Sharpen your knowledge and be completely prepared for your upcoming test by taking advantage of our course offering.  PMI Memphis in collaboration with RefineM, a PMI-Global Authorized Training Partner (ATP) offer the PMP Exam Prep course in a virtual, instructor-led environment.  Our goal is to help those looking to pass their PMP Test succeed with flying colors.  Contact PMI-Memphis (cherlync@pmi.org) today, or view our website (pmi.memphis.org) for more information.

How Much Does It Cost?

PMP® Exam Prep 2024 Pricing:

Member Price Early Bird (2 weeks out): $1,000

Member Price Regular: $1,200

Non-Member Early Bird: $1,250

Member Early Bird: $1,450


Location:  Online/Virtual – Instructor-Led

 Saturdays 8:00 AM-noon Central, 

Tuesdays and 4 Thursdays 6:00-8:00 PM.


PMP® Exam Prep 2024 Dates:

August 3 – August 29

November 2 – December 5

PMI Construction Professional

(PMI-CP)

Ready in 2024


PMI Memphis is posturing to launch a PMI CP Program Initiative, in partnership with local government, construction industry and military professionals. This multi-faceted initiative will include PMI Global CP and PMI Government Business sponsored informational sessions beginning with an in-person roundtable discussion in March 2024. Planned follow-on in-depth professional development (PD) will prepare PMI Memphis to facilitate and grow the CP Program with our local area partners. 



PMI-CP Certification covers the domains of contracts management, stakeholder management, strategy and scope management, and project governance, certifies professionals in the construction and built environment industry.

Value Earners of the PMI-CP have demonstrated skills and knowledge they need to transform the global construction industry and bring large, complex projects to life.

Education Requirements None

Experience Requirements 3+ years of experience in the construction/built environment field is required

Certification Maintenance Requirements

3-year cycle; 30 PDUs per cycle

Register Now

The in-person CAPM Readiness Bootcamp (Dr. Conner) dates are:

Planned In-Person Course Sessions:




  • 5th Session: Sep 18th, 19th, 20th 2024
  • 6th Session: Nov 20th, 21st, 22nd 2024

Location: Christian Brothers University, Thomas Center, 2nd Flr, Sabbatini Lounge 9:00 am – 5:30 pm.


The virtual CAPM Readiness Bootcamp (RefineM) dates are:


September 7- September 26



Register Now

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Meet our Board of Directors

PMI Memphis Chapter Members


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Welcome to our Newest Members


Gloria Brown
George Schaff
David  Harris
Marissa  Gardner
Sasha brookes
Jose  Roman
Holli Cox
Ryan Witherspoon
Jeffrey Gerring
Lacey Sims
Geoff Mazur
Hunter Holden
Daniel  Turnipseed
Antonio Brown


Congratulations on your latest Certifications!


PMP-ACP Alejandra Alvarez

PMP         Gregory waymon

PMP         Jacquelin Murrell

PMP         Janelle Dunn

PMP         John Griesenbeck

PMP         Marissa Gardner


Left to right: Francine Childress – PMP V’lyncea Murphy – CAPM Camille Fulton – CAPM


CONGRATULATIONS to these PMI Memphis members with new certifications!


Francine Childress- CAPM & PMP

Ve’Lyncea Murphy- CAPM

Marie Barefield-Holloway- CAPM

Adrienne Johnson- PMP


The PMP Prep Class and CAPM Bootcamp, hosted by the PMI Memphis Chapter, are invaluable resources for professionals aiming to elevate their careers. Our chapter is dedicated to fostering professional growth and development in the field of project management. Our qualified instructors provide exceptional insight and knowledge, equipping students with the necessary tools to boost their confidence and enhance their chances of passing the certification exam successfully. As a part of our commitment to excellence, we offer a comprehensive curriculum, interactive learning experiences, and ongoing support to ensure our members achieve their certification goals and excel in their professional endeavors.



All the best, 


Dr. Rochelle Atkins


VP of Publications


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The Memphis, Tennessee Chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI) was chartered in March of 1999 as a part of Region 14.  Region 14 consists of 19,852 members in South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, Jamaica, and Trinidad/Tobago.  There are 24 chapters, ranging in size from 120 (Savannah and Columbus, GA Chapters) to 4864 (Atlanta Chapter).  Since the original charter date, the chapter has rapidly grown to a membership of over 500. Remember, all chapters exist for only one reason, to serve YOU, our members.

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