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Job Club
Friday, Aug 19, 2011 |
Entrepreneurial Career Options For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
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| Speaker: | Barry Kleiman |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
| Misc: | The Job Club is a support group for Project Managers who are actively seeking employment, hosted by Paul O’Connor, Jason Fox, Marianne Gannon and Dan Walsh. |
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Neighboring Event
Thursdays, Sept 8th through Oct 13th |
PMI Hudson Valley PMP Certification Study Group The PMI Hudson Valley Chapter is planning to offer a PMBOK Review based on the PMBOK® Guide 4th edition to help you prepare for the PMP exam. This is an informal and interactive session facilitated by PMPs from our chapter. For more information, see the PMI Hudson Valley web page |
| Location: |
St. John's Church (Poughkeepsie, NY) 55 Wilbur Boulevard, Poughkeepsie, NY |
| Fees: | Cost is $100 for Chapter members and $125 for non-members. PMIW members are eligible for PMI Hudson Valley member rate. |
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Job Club
Friday, Sep 9, 2011 |
Surviving the Roller Coaster Ride For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Ettie Shapiro |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
| Misc: | The Job Club is a support group for Project Managers who are actively seeking employment, hosted by Paul O’Connor, Jason Fox, Marianne Gannon and Dan Walsh. |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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Beyond the Certification Revealing the secrets for real-world project manager success: learn pragmatic techniques to help be a better project manager. |
| Speaker: | Wayne Botha, PMP
Wayne is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) and a seasoned IT project manager overseeing enterprise software delivery for a multinational insurance company. Since 1986 Wayne has helped audiences by speaking in South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Holland and the USA. Wayne has an MBA in e-Business and has lectured at Axia college. He develops project managers through his website (www.bothaconsulting.com), monthly newsletter, and personal coaching. Wayne is currently a Director of Marketing for SNEC-PMI. |
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The Royal Palace (White Plains, NY) 77 Knollwood Road, Town of Greenburgh, in the Greenburgh Shopping Plaza next to Cinema 100. Phone: 914-289-1988 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Neighboring Event
Friday, Sep 16, 2011 |
PMI NYC 2011 Professional Development Day The business world is constantly evolving -- as is Project Management. From Six Sigma to Agile, processes and methodologies have become as diverse as the fields that employ project managers. Over the past decade, we have seen a transformation in the role of a project manager. “The Evolution of Project Management” will address this shift from tactical to strategic project management. In this conference, we will explore what this means and how we can prepare ourselves for these new challenges. Our keynote speaker, David Houle, is a futurist, advisor and speaker, who is always slightly ahead of the curve. In his keynote, “Leading and Succeeding in the Transformation Decade”, David will look at the Transformation Decade and the incredible changes that are and will continue to occur between now and 2020. He examines the rapidly changing workplace to explain why project management will become the dominant corporate language and which qualities of leadership and management will be essential for success. Speakers
Tools & Techniques
Case Studies Eligible for up to 7 PDU's For more information, see the PMI NYC PDD web page. |
| Location: |
Credit Suisse (NYC) One Madison Avenue at 23rd Street New York, New York |
| Fees: | PMIW members eligible for PMINYC member rates - use "PDDLocalChapter" code when registering.
Standard Registration (between August 20th - September 12th)
Fees include full day seminar and boxed lunch. |
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Job Club
Friday, Sep 23, 2011 |
How to Create An Effective Marketing Plan For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Mark Troncone |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
| Misc: | The Job Club is a support group for Project Managers who are actively seeking employment, hosted by Paul O’Connor, Jason Fox, Marianne Gannon and Dan Walsh. |
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Education
Saturdays |
PMP Exam Preparation Class The Westchester Chapter of PMI is pleased to announce another PMP Exam Preparation course, which will assist the PMP Certification candidate in preparing for the PMP Exam, the four-hour exam required for this valuable globally-recognized credential. This course will be offered on the Rockland campus of Iona College in Pearl River NY. The nine four-hour sessions will be conducted on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m through 1:00 p.m. starting on Sep 24 and ending on Nov 19, 2011. This course is a comprehensive review of each of the nine Knowledge Areas addressed in the PMBOK (as relative to the five Process Groups and as applicable to the 42 PMBOK Processes). Instructor-led lecture will present the subject matter as documented in the PMBOK and as tested by PMI in the PMP Exam. The instructor will also facilitate 'in-class' practice exams, as well as guide students in the use of the Velociteach InSite 'on-line' study aid and practice testing facility. The exam passing rate for students attending PMI Westchester Chapter courses is excellent, and we are proud of the hard work and success of our students. It will be possible to earn 36 education credits with the completion of all class requirements (credits toward the 35 training hours required for the PMP Certification). |
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John Sherlock, MS, MBA, PMP John Sherlock is an accomplished and credentialed Project Management professional with over 30 years experience in the financial, telecommunications and automotive industries. In addition to his current position as a Project Manager for Volvo Cars of North America, John Sherlock is a PMP, a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, a Certified Six Sigma Instructor and an Adjunct Professor in the Iona College graduate program. John recently obtained an MBA in ITDM (Information and Technology Decision Management) and a Certificate in eCommerce from Iona College; he also has an MS in Telecommunications from Iona and an undergraduate degree from New York Institute of Technology, being a Bachelor of Technology (a unique degree with a tri-major: Computer Science, Electrical Technology and Mechanical Technology). Other recent certifications include CSSLP (Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional, 2008), CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT, 2008), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor, 2008), CISM (Certified Information Systems Manager, 2009) and MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist – Microsoft Project, 2009). John also assists the Westchester Chapter of PMI as part of the Chapter's Mentoring Program. |
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Iona College (Pearl River, NY) Iona College Rockland Graduate Campus, Pearl River, NY |
| Fees: | The price of this course is $800 for members of the Westchester Chapter of PMI and $900 for non-members. For this fee the student will be provided with the Andy Crowe textbook "The PMP Exam: How to Pass on Your First Try" (a $79 value), the associated workbook, and a 6-page Quick Reference Guide, as well as a 3-month subscription to the Velociteach InSite eLearning study aid and practice test facility (a $199 value). The student will also be required to purchase separately the PMI PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge), Version 4, on which the PMP Exam is based. Payments must be made via Pay Pal or by check the first night of class. |
| Misc: | Questions: Contact the Director of Education, PMI Westchester 36 Contact hours |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday, Sep 27, 2011 |
Work Breakdown Structure Participate in discussions and share your best practices to develop a WBS. |
| Facilitated By: | Doreen DePass, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
108 Corporate Park Drive (White Plains, NY) 108 Corporate Park Drive, White Plains, ground level cafeteria | Directions |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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Education
Mondays 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m |
PMP Exam Preparation Study Series PMI Westchester is pleased to offer a PMP exam preparation study group to further assist you in taking your PMP exam. This program requires a 6-week commitment. If you are almost ready to sit for your exam, or just need a bit more study incentive, this is the group for you! It is fast paced and informal. During class we review hundreds of sample questions. This helps students determine their readiness to sit for the exam. Some materials are provided, light dinners are included, and weekly home work assignments are mandatory. Class size will vary, but a minimum of 8 students is needed to begin a class. Our success rates over the past 6 years have been excellent - over 96%. Prerequisites: Students must provide their own copy of the PMI Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), 4th edition, ISBN# 1933890517. It is also recommended that you purchase the PMP Exam Prep book by Rita Mulcahy, 6th edition, ISBN# 978-1-932735-18-5. Amazon.com offers both books at a discounted price. |
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Anita Wilton, PMP Anita Wilton has been teaching our study group classes since 2004. She has an MBA from Pace University. She retired from IBM after 18 years as a PM, and is now a consultant and professor. She authored two project management articles and has been honored with many service awards. |
| Location: |
BOCES Center (Elmsford, NY) 44 Executive Drive, Elmsford, NY |
| Fees: | $300 for members of the Westchester Chapter of PMI and $375 for non-members. Payments must be made via Pay Pal or by check the first night of class. |
| Misc: | Questions: Contact the Director of Education, PMI Westchester Earn 12 Contact hours |
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Job Club
Friday, Oct 7, 2011 |
Ace Your Phone Interview For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Paul Bailo |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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PMI Westchester 2011–2020: Building for the Future A directed discussion and brainstorming exercise with the goal of obtaining Chapter members' input on which roads we should take -
The group exercise will be followed by an- online poll that will identify the most actionable ideas and build support for their implementation. |
| Speaker: | Duff Bailey, PMP
For 25 years, Duff Bailey has managed innovative technology and information projects for major companies in financial services, telecommunications and media. He is the practice director for Enterprise Data Management and Business Intelligence for Actionable Strategies, a boutique consulting firm that specializes in solutions that drive performance improvement, lower total costs and manage risk. From enabling revenue growth to improving margins across an enterprise, the focus is on aligning process and technology to business-impacting needs. Currently the President of the PMI Westchester Chapter, Duff has been an active member of the Chapter since 2003 and has held numerous leadership positions. He obtained his PMP Certification in 2001, and is a graduate of the PMI Global Leadership Institute Master Class. |
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| Career Corner: | Katie Murphy, Director of Resources
Enterprise Solution Providers, Inc. 777 Westchester Ave, Suite 208, White Plains, NY 10604 Phone: 914-428-5202 Fax: 212.448.0646 |
| Location: |
Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Job Club
Friday, Oct 14, 2011 |
Member Presentations For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Rich Spitz, Carl Gessman, Joe Podhaiski |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Job Club
Friday, Oct 21, 2011 |
Job Search Skill Development For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Paul O'Connor & Joel Bragen |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday |
Proper Project Leadership Please join us in open discussions on Leadership and what makes effective leaders. Discussions to include Leadership attributes and the different styles of leaders. We will discuss how good leaders are made and what personality traits may lead people naturally into leadership roles. How important is it for a Project Manager to be a leader? |
| Facilitated By: | Thomas Smith, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
MasterCard (Purchase, NY) 100 Manhattanville Road, Purchase, NY 10577. 2nd Floor Cafeteria | |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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Neighboring Event
Wednesday, Oct 26, 2011 |
SNEC-PMI Fall Career Day SNEC-PMI is proud to announce our Fall Career Day in Stamford, aimed at Project Managers and Business Analysts looking for a new work opportunity. Register today and take part in what promises to be an informative day. |
| Location: |
Marriott Hotel, Stamford Connecticut 243 Tresser Boulevard Stamford, CT 06901 |
| Fees: | Free to attendees (parking included). Click here for more information and to register. |
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Neighboring Event
02 or 03 Nov, 2011 |
BrainStorm New York 2011 - Spend a day with the experts in real-world process improvement.
PMI Westchester is happy to announce that as a Chapter member, you are invited to attend an Innovation Workshop at no cost (a $250 value + 3 PDU's) on Nov 2 or 3, 2011. Attend BrainStorm New York to add Business Process Management, Decision Management and Rules to your Project Management Tool-Kit. Participants will learn through case studies, demonstrations and expert advice. Register with Priority Code PMIWESTW by Oct 21, 2011 to secure your spot!
Choose your complimentary workshop from the following:
There are 8 Workshops and over 20 Training Courses available - review the Agenda at a Glance for complete information, and register by Oct 21, 2011 with Priority Code PMIWESTW to take advantage of your Complimentary Workshop and the Early Bird Rates ($125 for additional Workshops and $100 off each Training Course). For additional information go to http://www.bpminstitute.org/BrainStormNewYork or contact The BrainStorm Group at 508-475-0475, x15. |
| Location: | The Roosevelt Hotel, NYC |
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Job Club
Friday, Nov 4, 2011 |
Job Search Horror Stories For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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Prioritizing the Value of a PMO A study done by the Project Management Institute (PMI) revealed that the longer a company had a PMO in place, the better their project success rates were. Their findings showed that 37% of companies that had a PMO for less than a year reported increased project success rates. Companies with a PMO for four years or more had a 65% increase in their project success rates. Don’t treat your PMO as a top-secret international space mission. Learn important PMO performance drivers, prioritize the drivers through the lens of a stakeholder and share the benefits with the organization. |
| Speaker: | Charlene Draine
Charlene Draine, PMP, Chief Sustainability Officer Charlene has a baccalaureate from Wayne State University, an MIS degree from the University of Detroit and has attended Bainbridge Graduate Institute of Sustainability in Seattle, Washington. |
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| Career Corner: | Rick Brenner from Chaco Canyon Consulting, 700 Huron Avenue, Suite 11J, Cambridge, MA 02138, Phone: (617) 491-6289, Toll-free: (866) 378-5470 in the continental US, Fax: (617) 395-2628 |
| Location: |
Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Education
Nov 10 and Nov 11, 2011 |
Scrum Certification ( Platinum Edge) This course trains participants in the full range of Scrum topics, from basic theory to organizational implementation, including practical applications, roles, and scaling. This course provides Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Master certification, 16 PDUs toward PMP recertification and 16 PDUs toward PMI-ACP certification. Scrum methods support responsive development that:
When this course has been completed, attendees will have gained in-depth practical knowledge of Scrum and its benefits. Seminar Overview Topics included in this course are:
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| Instructor: |
Mark Layton, MS, MBA, PMP Mark C. Layton is an organizational strategist and PMI certification instructor with over 20 years in the project/program management field. He is the Los Angeles chair for the Agile Project Leadership Network and is the founder of Platinum Edge, Inc.— an organizational improvement company that supports businesses making the Waterfall-to-Agile transition. Prior to founding Platinum Edge in 2001, Mark developed his expertise as a consulting firm executive, program management coach, and in-the-trenches project leader. He also spent 11 years as a Cryptographic Specialist for the US Air Force, where he earned both Commendation and Achievement medals for his accomplishments. Mark holds MBAs from the University of California, Los Angeles, and the National University of Singapore; a B.Sc. (summa cum laude) in Behavioral Science from Pitzer College/University of La Verne; and an A.S. in Electronic Systems from the Air Force’s Air College. He is also a Distinguished Graduate of the Air Force’s Leadership School, a Certified ScrumMaster, a Certified Scrum Professional, and a certified SCPM (Stanford University Advanced Project Management). When he isn’t partnering with businesses to improve ROI, Mark enjoys scuba diving, international travel and endurance cycling. He is the author of Wiley & Sons “Agile Project Management for Dummies” series (March 2011) and is a frequent speaker on Lean, Scrum and other agile solutions. |
| Location: |
Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | Through Oct 31, 2011: $850 for members, $950 for non-members After Oct 31, 2011: $1000 for members, $1100 non-members |
| Misc: | Questions: Contact the Director of Education, PMI Westchester |
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Job Club
Friday, Nov 18, 2011 |
Using Improv Comedy Techniques for Better Job Interviews For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Melanie Szlucha |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday |
How Forward Planning Impacts Triple Constraints Open discussions on how proper planning can impact the triple constraints (scope, time, and cost). |
| Facilitated By: | Mary Gilmartin, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
108 Corporate Park Drive (White Plains, NY) 108 Corporate Park Drive, White Plains, ground level cafeteria | Directions |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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Job Club
Friday, Dec 2, 2011 |
Future Strategies for Job Club Evolution; Workshop with JC Members For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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Reward & Retention “What Can I Do? (And Can I Afford It?)” We all need to hire good people and to keep the good people we’ve got. Study after study tells us that we can still expect a dramatic labor shortage in the next five to ten years despite the current economic condition. As the boomers retire and fewer people enter the workforce to take their place, it will become increasingly harder for organizations to satisfactorily staff to meet the demands of the market. Money will only go so far in attracting and retaining talented staff. But there are a number of other steps we can take to keep our best employees, and most of them don’t cost a cent. What Can I Do? (And Can I Afford It?) outlines proven techniques to reward and retain valued staff, and ways to make more of your employees assets to your organization. Implementing these five steps can stem turnover and reward your top performers. They will make recruiting easier and less expensive, as the best talent will be looking for you. KeyTopics
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| Speaker: | Ron Katz
Ronald M. Katz, SPHR is the president of Penguin Human Resource Consulting, LLC and author of the recently published “Someone’s Gonna Get Hired…It Might As Well Be You!” as well as numerous articles that have appeared in national HR magazines. He’s spoken nationally on human resource issues and his inspirational presentation style has proven effective with seasoned professionals as well as newcomers to the workforce. Using real workplace stories he helps managers see the value in working with people instead of simply managing them. Ron consults and trains on performance management, staffing, diversity, sexual harassment and fostering intergenerational harmony. He recently served as the Interim Director of Learning & Development for Societe Generale. Previously, Ron spent eleven years at JPMorganChase, most recently as Vice President in Employee Relations Training. In this role he created and delivered training on Employment Law, Effective and Legal Interviewing, Sexual Harassment Awareness, and Performance Management. Ron is an adjunct instructor at the Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations for whom he has designed and delivered numerous programs for over 15 years. Since starting his own consulting firm he has consulted with some of the largest organizations in the world on human resource and management development issues. He volunteers his services leading a Job Support Group for people who are unemployed, starting out or starting over near his home in Westchester County, NY. |
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| Location: |
The Royal Palace (White Plains, NY) 77 Knollwood Road, Town of Greenburgh, in the Greenburgh Shopping Plaza next to Cinema 100. Phone: 914-289-1988 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Job Club
Friday, Dec 16, 2011 |
Future Strategies for Job Club Evolution - Round 2; Workshop with JC Members For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
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Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Job Club
Friday, Jan 6, 2012 |
Resume Workshop; Member Leader: Rich Spitz For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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Proper Project Leadership In today’s project teams, all team members are encouraged to give ideas and make decisions. Today, we need not only the Project Manager, but all team members, to take on leadership roles and move the project forward. This is not always easy and is made even more difficult with organizations that have strong governmental, military, or other influential bureaucratic drivers which can complicate the projects. Please join us for an evening of discussion on proper project leadership and how to create project decision makers, and the best ways to give proper leadership as you are setting up a project team. |
| Speaker: | Thomas Smith, Doreen DePass, Joanne Guerriero, and Mary Gilmartin |
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| Career Corner: | Walter Hamill, whamill@intepros.com IntePros Consulting, 845-363-1277, www.interpros.com One Cranberry Hill Suite 301, Lexington, MA 02421 |
| Location: |
Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Job Club
Friday, Jan 13, 2012 |
Future Strategies for Job Club Evolution - Round 3; Workshop with JC Members For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Job Club
Friday, Jan 20, 2012 |
Search Engine Optimization for Job Seekers For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Darcy Knapp |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday |
The Green Project Manager The GREEN monster is alive and kicking. Participate in discussions on how going green affects your projects. |
| Facilitated By: | Joanne Guerriero, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
108 Corporate Park Drive (White Plains, NY) 108 Corporate Park Drive, White Plains, ground level cafeteria | Directions |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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Job Club
Friday, Feb 3, 2012 |
Brainstorming Committees Action Plans; Workshop with JC Members For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Job Club
Friday, Feb 10, 2012 |
How To Use Social Media In Your Job Search Campaign For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Linda Van Valkenburgh |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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The 3 Strategies of Champion Organizations There are 3 foundational strategies that every high-performing athletic team applies to pursue a championship each and every season. It is the focus and constant refinement of these three strategies that create Champion Organizations. Business leaders at all levels and project managers can apply these same three champion strategies to their organizations and teams to create sustained high-performance. In this program participants will learn:
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| Speaker: | Skip Weisman
Skip Weisman spent the first 20 years of his professional career creating high-performing, high-morale work environments for minor league baseball franchises. In fact, Skip was CEO for 5 different franchises, including one, the Hudson Valley Renegades, that he started from scratch and within 3 years built into a $3million business. During those years, the team attracted record fan attendance and during one stretch sold out 92 consecutive home games, and in 1999 his Hudson Valley Renegades won the New York-Penn League Championship. Since 2001, Skip has been known as The Leadership & Workplace Communication Expert, working with businesses and not-for-profit organizations of all sizes, and in all industries, including regional banks and credit unions, insurance agencies, CPA firms, building contractors and plumbers to help leaders create motivating, high-performing work environments. |
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| Career Corner: | |
| Location: |
Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Job Club
Friday, Feb 24, 2012 |
Getting Back to Networking 1.0, Plus Open Q&A For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Speaker: | Ron Katz |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Education
Feb 27 - Apr 2, 2012
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PMP Study Group PMI Westchester is pleased to offer a PMP exam preparation study group to further assist you in taking your PMP exam. This program requires a 6-week commitment. If you are almost ready to sit for your exam, or just need a bit more study incentive, this is the group for you! It is fast-paced and informal. During class we review hundreds of sample questions. This helps students determine their readiness to sit for the exam. Some materials are provided, light dinners are included, and weekly homework assignments are mandatory. Class size will vary, but a minimum of 8 students is needed to begin a class. Our success rates over the past 9 years have been excellent - over 95%. Prerequisites: Students must provide their own copy of the PMI Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), 4th edition, ISBN# 1933890517. It is also recommended that you purchase the PMP Exam Prep book by Rita Mulcahy, 6th edition, ISBN# 978-1-932735-18-5. Amazon.com offers both books at a discounted price. |
| Instructor: |
Anita Wilton, MBA, PMP Anita Wilton has been teaching our study group classes since 2004. She has an MBA from Pace University. She retired from IBM after 23 years. She was a PM for 18 of those years and is now a consultant and educator. She authored two project management articles and has been honored with many service awards. For questions please contact Anita at anitawilton@optonline.com or call 914-332-9391. |
| Location: |
BOCES Center (Elmsford, NY) 44 Executive Drive, Elmsford NY | Directions |
| Fees: | $300 for members of the PMI Westchester Chapter, $375 for non-members.
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| Misc: | Questions: Contact the Director of Education, PMI Westchester |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday |
Grab Bag PM Topics Come and pick your topic to be discussed! |
| Facilitated By: | Doreen DePass, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
108 Corporate Park Drive (White Plains, NY) 108 Corporate Park Drive, White Plains, ground level cafeteria | Directions |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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Job Club
Friday, Mar 2, 2012 |
Resume Workshop (Encore); Member Leader: Rich Spitz For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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Strategic Project Leadership Strategic Project Leadership® (SPL) is a new, research based, industry proven approach to project management. It combines the strategic business-related aspects of projects, the operational needs of getting the job done, and the leadership sides of organizing, motivating, and inspiring the project team. This approach is helping organizations to deal with their projects in a more flexible and adaptive way; and more important, it focuses projects on creating value, competitive advantage and winning in the marketplace. The SPL approach is building on existing organizational processes to increase the chances of project success. |
| Speaker: | Dr. Aaron J. Shenhar, Professor of Project and Program Management and CEO, The SPL Group
Professor Shenhar is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading experts in project management, innovation, and execution leadership. Dr. Shenhar's work focuses on research, teaching, and consulting in project and program management, technology, supply chain, and innovation management. He is also focusing on the leadership of professionals in technology-based organizations. He developed the concepts of Strategic Project Leadership(R) and the “Project Diamond” that help corporations focus their projects on business results and dynamically adapt their management practices to the specific project context. his writings have influenced project and technology management research and education throughout the world. His publications are highly regarded and are used in the curriculum of corporate and university programs in project and technology management. |
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Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Job Club
Friday, Mar 16, 2012 |
Career Development For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
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Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday |
How to Motivate Your Project Team Participate in a open discussion on how to motivate your project team in a virtual and global project environment. |
| Facilitated By: | Joanne Guerriero, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
108 Corporate Park Drive (White Plains, NY) 108 Corporate Park Drive, White Plains, ground level cafeteria | Directions |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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Education
Saturday |
Professional Development Day: "Delivering Results Across Seas of Uncertainty" A project plan is a promise to deliver specific results by a certain date at a certain cost. Project Managers must make those promises in a world that has been rocked with uncertainty in all directions. We must plan for the "unplannable" - whether it’s the potential collapse of the economy, catastrophic weather events, political upheaval or new regulations. Expert speakers will help us understand how we manage with uncertainty and provide us with practical, actionable advice on how to safely navigate these dangerous passages. Keynote Speaker: R. Camper Bull - Leading Change in Uncertain Times Other Speakers:
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| Location: |
Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | Conference Registration
Optional Networking Cocktail Reception *Chapter Member Discount applies to members of the following PMI Chapters: Westchester, New York City, Southern New England, New Jersey, Long Island, Hudson Valley, Binghamton. |
| Misc: | Light Breakfast and full lunch included. Earn up to 9 PDUs. |
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Job Club
Friday, Apr 13, 2012 |
Career Development For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
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Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Education
Apr 14 - May 12, 2012
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PMP Exam Preparation Class The PMI Westchester Chapter is pleased to announce another PMP Exam Preparation course, which will assist the PMP Certification candidate in preparing for the PMP Exam -- the four-hour exam required for this valuable globally-recognized credential. This course will be offered on the Westchester campus of Iona College in New Rochelle, NY. The five seven-hour sessions will be conducted on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m., starting on April 14 and ending on May 12, 2012. This course is a comprehensive review of each of the nine Knowledge Areas addressed in the PMBOK (as relative to the five Process Groups and as applicable to the 42 PMBOK Processes). Instructor-led lecture will present the subject matter as documented in the PMBOK and as tested by PMI in the PMP Exam. The instructor will also facilitate 'in-class' practice exams, as well as guide students in the use of the Velociteach InSite 'on-line' study aid and practice testing facility. The exam passing rate for students attending PMI Westchester Chapter courses is excellent, and we are proud of the hard work and success of our students. It will be possible to earn 35 education credits with the completion of all class requirements (credits toward the 35 training hours required for the PMP Certification). |
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John Sherlock, MS, MBA, PMP John Sherlock is an accomplished and credentialed Project Management professional with over 30 years experience in the financial, telecommunications and automotive industries. In addition to his current position as a Project Manager for Volvo Cars of North America, John Sherlock is a PMP, a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, a Certified Six Sigma Instructor and an Adjunct Professor in the Iona College graduate program. John recently obtained an MBA in ITDM (Information and Technology Decision Management) and a Certificate in eCommerce from Iona College; he also has an MS in Telecommunications from Iona and an undergraduate degree from New York Institute of Technology, being a Bachelor of Technology (a unique degree with a tri-major: Computer Science, Electrical Technology and Mechanical Technology). Other recent certifications include CSSLP (Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional, 2008), CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT, 2008), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor, 2008), CISM (Certified Information Systems Manager, 2009) and MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist – Microsoft Project, 2009). |
| Location: |
Iona College (New Rochelle, NY) Hagan School of Business, Room 101 715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY | Map |
| Fees: | $800 for members; $900 non-members. For this fee the student will be provided with the Andy Crowe textbook "The PMP Exam: How to Pass on Your First Try" (a $79 value), the associated workbook, and a 6-page Quick Reference Guide, as well as a 3-month subscription to the Velociteach InSite eLearning study aid and practice test facility (a $199 value). The student will also be required to purchase separately the PMI PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge), Version 4, on which the PMP Exam is based. Payments must be made via Pay Pal or by check the first night of class. |
| Misc: | Questions: Contact the Director of Education, PMI Westchester Up to 35 Contact Hhours |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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Behind the Front Lines: Building Emotional Intelligence in Kabul Is there a correlation between leadership success and Emotional Intelligence across cultures? Can efforts to develop the Emotional Intelligence Quotient ("EQ") of individuals impact the overall performance of a team... or the outcome of a project? In this presentation, Christa will interweave theory with methodology, stories and photos, bringing to life experiences from her most recent trip to Kabul in April, 2011. |
| Speaker: | Christa Kirby, Vice President of Global Communications at International Institute for Learning
Christa Kirby is the Vice President of Global Communications at International Institute for Learning. With a BA from Duke University and an MA from New York University, she is an experienced Communications professional as well as a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and trainer. For the past decade, Christa has conducted workshops and led trainings for corporations, non-governmental organizations and foundations in countries including Afghanistan, Bosnia, Croatia, Romania, Ethiopia, Greece and the US. Her specialty areas of focus are team-building, leadership, conflict resolution, effective communication, cross-cultural communication and peace-building. |
| Vendor Corner: | |
| Career Corner: | |
| Location: |
The Royal Palace (White Plains, NY) 77 Knollwood Road, Town of Greenburgh, in the Greenburgh Shopping Plaza next to Cinema 100. Phone: 914-289-1988 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday |
Executive Project Reporting Most PM's are able to prepare reports for their teams but typically struggle when preparing and delivering reports to the executive management. Come and discuss tips and techniques. |
| Facilitated By: | Mary Gilmartin, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
108 Corporate Park Drive (White Plains, NY) 108 Corporate Park Drive, White Plains, ground level cafeteria | Directions |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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Job Club
Friday, Apr 27, 2012 |
Career Development For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Job Club
Friday, May 4, 2012 |
Career Development For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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Education
May 7 - Jun 18, 2012
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PMP Study Group PMI Westchester is pleased to offer a PMP exam preparation study group to further assist you in taking your PMP exam. This program requires a 6-week commitment. If you are almost ready to sit for your exam, or just need a bit more study incentive, this is the group for you! It is fast-paced and informal. During class we review hundreds of sample questions. This helps students determine their readiness to sit for the exam. Some materials are provided, light dinners are included, and weekly homework assignments are mandatory. Class size will vary, but a minimum of 8 students is needed to begin a class. Our success rates over the past 9 years have been excellent - over 95%. Prerequisites: Students must provide their own copy of the PMI Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), 4th edition, ISBN# 1933890517. It is also recommended that you purchase the PMP Exam Prep book by Rita Mulcahy, 6th edition, ISBN# 978-1-932735-18-5. Amazon.com offers both books at a discounted price. |
| Instructor: |
Anita Wilton, MBA, PMP Anita Wilton has been teaching our study group classes since 2004. She has an MBA from Pace University. She retired from IBM after 23 years. She was a PM for 18 of those years and is now a consultant and educator. She authored two project management articles and has been honored with many service awards. For questions please contact Anita at anitawilton@optonline.com or call 914-332-9391. |
| Location: |
BOCES Center (Elmsford, NY) 44 Executive Drive, Elmsford NY | Directions |
| Fees: | $300 for members of the PMI Westchester Chapter, $375 for non-members.
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| Misc: | Questions: Contact the Director of Education, PMI Westchester |
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Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, |
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| Topic: |
Mitigating Delivery Risk with an Effective Program & Project Assessment (P&PA) Strategy We will identify the questions to ask and which factors to consider in selecting a P&PA solution.
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| Speaker: | Ted Williams, PMP, CPPA, CEO of ProjectRx LLC
Ted has over 30 years of experience with the development, management, recovery, and oversight of strategic, business critical programs and projects. Ted has provided Program & Project Assessment (P&PA) training at international conferences sponsored by the PMI College of Performance Management (PMI-CPM), National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), and the Society of Cost Estimating and Analysis (SCEA). |
| Vendor Corner: | |
| Career Corner: | |
| Location: |
Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | $20 Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Job Club
Friday, May 18, 2012 |
Career Development For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday |
The Virtual PM Today's PM needs to be able to manage in a "Virtual" team. Share your thoughts on how best to project manage in this enviorment. |
| Facilitated By: | Tom Smith, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
108 Corporate Park Drive (White Plains, NY) 108 Corporate Park Drive, White Plains, ground level cafeteria | Directions |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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Job Club
Friday, Jun 1, 2012 |
Career Development For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Town of Greenburgh Offices, 2nd floor (White Plains, NY) 177 Hillside Ave White Plains, NY, 10603 |
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| Location: |
Antun's of Westchester (Elmsford, NY) 35 Valley Avenue, Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5260 | Directions |
| Fees: | Free for Westchester Chapter Members, $25 Non-Westchester Chapter Members. |
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Job Club
Friday, Jun 15, 2012 |
Career Development For more information see the Job Club's Meetup.com page. |
| Location: |
Fordham Westchester (West Harrison, NY) 400 Westchester Ave., Room 142 West Harrison, NY 10604 |
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Breakfast Roundtable
Tuesday |
PM Tools and Techniques Come and discuss the latest tools and techniques that PM's can/should be using on their projects. |
| Facilitated By: | Tom Smith, BRT Program Manager |
| Location: |
108 Corporate Park Drive (White Plains, NY) 108 Corporate Park Drive, White Plains, ground level cafeteria | Directions |
| Fees: | None. Breakfast is available for purchase if you desire. |
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