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PD Days 2024 - Workshop and Speakers Spotlight 2

About the PD Days 2024 Hybrid Conference

The PMINB’s Professional Development Days conference hosts project managers from Canada and US. There are two ways to attend: 

1. Virtual Sessions [13 PDUs] - there will be 13 virtual sessions (one hour each) spread over the month of May, including a virtual keynote speaker. Most sessions will be recorded and available until August 31, 2024, depending on speaker and topic requirements.
2. In-person Workshop [13 PDUs (Virtual) + 8 PDUs (In-person)] - there will also be an in-person full-day workshop held at the Four Points by Sheraton Moncton on May 21st, followed by an in-person networking event. Anyone who purchases a ticket for the In-person Workshop will also have access to all virtual sessions.
   
   

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PD Days 2024 - Workshop and Speakers Spotlight 2

Spotlight 4: In-Person Full-Day Workshop on "Project Risk Management Essentials" with Laszlo A. Retfalvi, P.Eng, PMP, PMI-RMP
Date: Tuesday, May 21, 9 am Start | 12-1 pm Lunch | 5 pm End Followed by Networking Event 

Workshop Overview:
This information filled one day session is comprised of the interactive review of key risk management topics to maximize session effectiveness and reinforce key risk management concepts. This session will review industry risk management best practices, techniques, and critical success factors required to achieve project success. Participants will learn to focus on what is important, not what is easy. This workshop session reviews key risk management topics and concepts. Aligned with the PMI® PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition and PMI® Practice Standard for Project Risk Management, the core concepts and knowledge learned is also complimentary and of benefit to Agile, ITIL®, PRINCE2®, COBIT®, BABOK®, and ISO 31000 practitioners.

Part 1 - Review of the Basics: Experience has shown that the lack of understanding of project risk management principles results in projects failing to meet their goals. Participants will learn an overview and reinforcement of key project risk management concepts and proven industry practices.

Part 2 - Applying the Basics: Building on knowledge learned, attendees will work in groups using provided project examples to properly populate and complete a project risk register. A risk register handout will be provided to help capture the required information.

Who Should Attend?
This session is ideal for busy Project and Risk Managers of all levels and industries. The relevant content can be applied whether you are a Project, Risk, Program, Portfolio, or Product Manager, supporting or interacting with a Project Manager, or transitioning to project management. It is also an excellent refresher for those seeking to brush up on their skills.

Benefit to Participants
Participants will walk away from this session with valuable information that can be immediately applied in day-to-day project activities. For those with professional designations, this workshop session may be used to claim 8 Professional Development or Learning Units.

Bio: Laszlo is former Director of Enterprise Excellence and member of the Senior Leadership Team {SLT) at Lockheed Martin Canada, a division of Lockheed Martin Rotary Mission Systems (RMS). Laszlo's role focused on strategic program and risk transformation to drive excellence through the organization. Learn More

Spotlight 5: "Decoding Project Failure: A One-Hour Exploration" with Mostapha Helou
Date: Thursday, May 2 at 12 pm

Abstract: Embark on a compelling journey into the heart of project management as we unravel the intricate reasons behind project failure in this one-hour introductory session. Projects fail for a myriad of reasons, ranging from inadequate planning to miscommunication, budget overruns, scope creep, and beyond. Understanding these root causes is essential for any project manager or team member striving for success. By the end of this session, participants will leave with a deeper understanding of why projects fail and a toolkit of strategies to enhance project success rates in their own organizations. Don't miss this opportunity to uncover the secrets of project failure and empower yourself to lead projects to triumph. Join us for this illuminating exploration into the anatomy of project failure.

Bio: Mostapha is a seasoned senior project manager with extensive experience in IT, telecom, and project management across various industries. He holds PMP® and Scrum certifications, leading both Agile and traditional teams. With a background in technology training and adult education, Mostapha is well-equipped to provide technical direction and strategy development. He founded a North American training and consultancy firm Mindset Holistic Training Inc. which has been a partner with the Academy of Continuing Education of the Lebanese American University. Learn More

Spotlight 6: "Lean and Six Sigma methodologies applied to Digital Projects" with Carlos Penteado
Date: Tuesday, May 14 at 12 pm

Abstract: In today's world, the speed with which technology evolves casts challenges to traditional process improvement methodologies (TPIM), such as Lean and Six Sigma (LSS). Normally decoupled from the necessity to implement technologies, LSS must reshape and reinvent itself becoming more fluid to tackle problems posed by everchanging technologies. An apparent antagonism between Digitization and LSS can be reversed into unidirectional forces towards delivery of intended results.

Bio: Carlos is a certified industrial engineer who studied at the Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos (Brazil). He has a Six Sigma Black Belt from American Society of Quality (ASQ), and Design Thinking professional from Cornell University. Carlos has over 14 years of experience concentrated in delivering Lean, Six Sigma, Business Transformation projects and training in organizations of all sizes in the Healthcare/Biomedical, Banking, Management Consulting, Consumer Goods, and Telco sectors. Learn More

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Why Attend PD Days?

• Exceptional speakers.
• Eligible for up to 20 PDUs towards PMI certification requirements.
• Session topics covering Artificial Intelligence, Leadership, Decision-Making Process, Risk Management, and more.
• Access to experts from a wide range of fields and backgrounds.
• Great networking opportunities.

Accommodations
Discounted group rate for accommodations is available from the Four Points by Sheraton Moncton ($130 plus tax) per night for both May 20 and May 21. Since the in-person workshop starts at 9 am on May 21, some may consider driving to Moncton in the morning and booking accommodations for the night of the 21st to take full advantage of the networking event after the workshop. Book online using the link here, or by phone at 506-852-9600 and provide the front desk team with the booking code PMI.

Full Schedule, Session Descriptions, and Speaker Bios
You can find the full schedule and session topics on the PMINB PD Days website.

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