Dr. Melvin J. Rivers - The Emotionally, Relationally, and Socially Intelligent Project Manager (Live Online)

Presentation Title

The Emotionally, Relationally, and Socially Intelligent Project Manager

Presentation Speaker

Dr. Melvin J. Rivers, D.B.A., CDBAP®

Presentation Abstract

There are many interpersonal skills that every effective project manager needs to be successful, and these have not changed over the years. What has changed is the practice of combining these important interpersonal skills to help project managers become even more effective.

In this presentation, Dr. Melvin J. Rivers will discuss the value and impact of emotional, relational, and social intelligence on the project team. The ability to foster team collaboration, shared values, and a commitment to satisfying the customer is significantly dependent on the project manager’s ability to lead effectively using these skills. Learning Outcomes include:
• Emotional Intelligence Project Leader Characteristics
• Relational Intelligence Project Leader Characteristics
• Social Intelligence Project Leader Characteristics
• Combining these characteristics to ensure project success

Speaker Bio

Dr. Melvin J. Rivers has a Doctorate of Business Administration (D.B.A.) and is the President/CEO of Phronesis Consulting, LLC, a firm that provides effective solutions to complex business and management problems. With over 27 years of experience in consulting, speaking, and authoring, he has the expertise, and research skills to help organizations achieve maximum operational efficiency and profitability.

Dr. Rivers is also the President of The National D.B.A. Society, where he advocates for the value and relevance of the Doctor of Business Administration degree and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration among scholars and practitioners. He has published multiple peer-reviewed articles on topics such as business leadership, labor unions, strategic development, and social change. He is passionate about applying professional ethics and contributing to positive social impact through his work. He speaks fluent French and has a strong interest in biblical education. He currently resides in Charlotte, NC, but had spent many years in Orange County, CA, where he was very active in the PMI-OC Chapter. If you would like to learn more about Doc Rivers, please visit his LinkedIn page.

Agenda

6:00 PM - Chapter Announcements
6:20 PM - Breakout Room Networking
6:30 PM - Speaker Presentation
7:30 PM - Q & A and Raffle
7:45 PM - Closing & Wrap-up
8:00 PM - Adjourn