Project Management AI Strategy & Career Acceleration Forum

Project Management AI Strategy & Career Acceleration Forum

Equip Project Management professionals to become market‑ready and future‑proof by sharpening their AI‑era PM skills, upgrading their professional positioning (LinkedIn + resume + brand), activating a high‑leverage network, and leaving with a concrete career acceleration plan.

 

LinkedIn, Resume & Market Strategy Session

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

Optimize their LinkedIn profile to align with current (2026) hiring practices and recruiter search behavior
Apply AI-informed strategies to enhance resume effectiveness and relevance
Define and communicate a clear personal brand and professional positioning as a project manager
Evaluate and select certifications aligned to current market demand
Differentiate themselves by articulating a hybrid role identity (e.g., PM + Strategy, PM + Product, PM + Operations)
Develop a concise positioning statement that reflects their value in the market

 

Project Manager Theater (Experiential Learning)

Step into a high-energy, interactive theater experience where a “day in the life” of a project unfolds in real time complete with unexpected twists, breakdowns, and the growing influence of AI. As you enjoy lunch, you won’t just watch the story you’ll actively participate by identifying what’s happening beneath the surface and calling out where AI can replace, enhance, or expose gaps in how work gets done.

This fun, fast-paced experience challenges you to think like a leader, not just a project manager spotting risks, behaviors, and AI opportunities as they happen.

By the end of the session, you’ll be able to:

• Identify which project management tasks and behaviors are most susceptible to AI replacement
• Analyze breakdowns in execution and connect them to gaps in leadership, communication, or strategy
• Evaluate the human skills like facilitation, decision-making, and stakeholder alignment—that truly prevent failure
• Apply these insights to elevate your effectiveness in real-world project environments

Come ready to observe, react, and compete for prizes because the person who spots the most wins.

 

Access & Acceleration Strategy Workshop

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

Describe how informal networks and direct hiring channels influence career opportunities
Identify pathways to access opportunities through:
Job shadowing
Mentoring
Apprenticeship-style experiences
Collaboratively design strategies to strengthen chapter-based career support systems
Define personal and collective responsibilities in building a high-value professional network.
Translate networking from passive participation into active opportunity creation

Personal Career Action Plan

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

Develop a structured, actionable plan to advance their career in the next 30–90 days
Identify specific changes to improve their professional positioning and market visibility
Prioritize key skills required to remain competitive in an AI-enabled environment
Select tools and actions that support ongoing professional development
Commit to concrete next steps, including networking and mentoring engagement

 

Speakers: Kayla Quijas & Lena Harness

 

This program will be delivered by a blend of experienced chapter members and industry professionals who bring both practical expertise and current market insight. Speakers will include seasoned project managers, hiring leaders, and career strategists who understand how to position talent in today’s AI-driven environment and can translate that into actionable guidance.

Chapter leaders will facilitate interactive components and workshops, ensuring content is grounded in real member needs while fostering peer learning and engagement. Together, these speakers will not only share knowledge but also actively help participants move forward with clear, career-focused outcomes.