Lunch and Learn

In this Lunch & Learn, you'll learn that: Innovation has had two decades of software-centric methodologies. Project success rates are not great. The employee experience is not great. What makes innovation difficult is not software, so this should be no surprise. What makes innovation difficult are people – how we interact, collaborate, and compete with each other. Therefore, a people-centric methodology is not revolutionary. It’s just overdue. This session explains how small changes to three well-known references is the recipe for a people-centric methodology. These changes raise a team’s discipline and empathy, simplify messy project plans, and convert your organization’s…

Register Have you ever looked at the franchise business and wondered what it takes to own something like that? Well, researching options for franchise ownership is a Project. There are scope elements, strategies, requirements, risk mitigations, schedules, cost management, funding, and the finished product... clarity about what to do in the end. Executing the decision and standing up the franchise is an entirely different project. In this Lunch & Learn, Catherine Knabb will cover steps that are common to franchise research, including those that are important to reduce the risk of an ill-advised decision or a poorly selected brand. She…

Join us and hear Donna Fitzgerald speak on mental models for successful project delivery

Hear Matt Meador speak on the art of prompt engineering for generative AI

Hear Joy Toney speak on the Art of Servant Leadership in Leading Agile Teams

Register Now The Power of Giving Back with Lee Lambert Join us on Dec 19th for an intimate virtual meeting as Lee shares decades of insights, world travels, and entertaining stories highlighting the powerful impact of giving back. Presenter: Lee Lambert Lee Lambert is a pioneering figure in project management, known for setting the standard in education and practice within the field. As a founder of PMI's original PMP Certification Program and a PMI Fellow, he has trained over 50,000 students worldwide. With a hands-on career that began in 1968 at General Electric, he held senior positions in project management and…

Register Here  The second session of out virtual Book Club exploring The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. Hal’s inspiring presentation at our 2024 PDD left a lasting impact, and now we’ll dive deeper into his transformative ideas. Come ready to share your insights, learn from others, and gain practical tips for personal growth. We’ll also reveal the next book selection for our March 20th gathering. Don’t miss this chance to connect, grow, and be inspired! Key Takeaway: Transform Your Mornings: Discover how small, intentional changes to your morning routine can unlock greater success and fulfillment in your personal and professional…

Register Now ✨ Lunch and Learn: The Many Ways to Earn PDUs 📅 Virtual Event – Thursday, August 21 at 12:00 PM 🎤 Presenter: Tamara Brown Join us for our upcoming Lunch and Learn: The Many Ways to Earn PDUs, presented by Tamara Brown. This session is designed for all PMI certification holders—whether you’re a PMP, CAPM, or hold another credential. We’ll cover what PDUs are (Professional Development Units) and why they matter to keep your certification active every 3-year cycle and ensure you stay current with evolving practices. You’ll discover how to earn them through education activities like webinars, podcasts,…

Real Projects. Real Lessons. Real People.