Presentation Title

Elevating Leadership: Unlocking Excellence by Leading with Purpose

Presentation Speaker

Brian Alementi

Presentation Abstract

This presentation doesn’t just inspire; it elevates mindsets and energizes the room from the very first moment. Through transformative storytelling, dynamic audience participation, and practical, real-world takeaways, Brian Alementi creates a powerful shared experience that lifts spirits, shifts perspective, and sparks meaningful change. Attendees don’t simply listen; they engage, reflect, and leave re-energized with tools they can apply immediately to create real impact.

At the heart of the presentation is the PG3 model, a transformative framework that empowers individuals to unlock their potential through positivity, passion, perspective, gratitude, grace, and generosity. These principles come to life through relatable stories, interactive moments, and actionable strategies that resonate across roles and industries. The result is not just inspiration, but clarity around how to lead with intention, connect with others, and create environments where people and performance thrive.

Learning Objectives include how to:
• Apply a purpose-driven leadership mindset to improve employee engagement, resilience, and accountability across teams by using actionable PG3 Model tools to support change, reduce burnout, and drive sustained performance by aligning people, purpose, and organizational goals
• Identify and implement practical strategies to strengthen workplace culture, build trust, and enhance collaboration between leaders and employees.
• Carry the positive energy and engagement from the presentation into both personal and professional areas, increasing morale, strengthening relationships, and positively influencing those around them.

Speaker Bio

Brian Alementi is an acclaimed inspirational keynote speaker, award-winning leader, certified Master Trainer, and CEO of Alementi Elevates, LLC. Known for high-energy presentations that blend inspiration with practical application, he brings experience from a Fortune 500 Hall of Fame learning and development division, where he helped build high-performing teams. Featured on NBC, FOX, ABC, and the TEDx stage, Brian empowers audiences to unlock potential and drive meaningful results.

Through his MVP Performance Model and PG3 Leadership Model, he equips organizations with actionable strategies to strengthen culture, elevate resilience, and align people with purpose. With more than three decades of speaking experience, Brian delivers transformative sessions that spark momentum and lasting impact. An 18-time marathon finisher, and counting, a devoted husband for nearly 25 years, and a proud father of two, he models the passion and perseverance he inspires in others.

Presentation Title

My Life with Alex; AI for Project Management and Beyond

Presentation Speaker

Tammo Wilkens

Presentation Abstract

This presentation will focus on using AI immediately in our daily tasks and in managing projects. It is based on the author's experience in adopting AI every day and especially in the author's project management courses at Cal State Dominguez Hills.
Attendees will be given an opportunity to actually apply AI right there in the meeting.
The attendees will be able to overcome any resistance or apprehension regarding the coming of AI.
One of the highlights will be an example of how the author is creating his own, focused GPTs to augment his live courses.
And, the mystery of "Alex" will be disclosed.

Speaker Bio

Tammo T. Wilkens, MBA, P.E., PMP, CSM has 46 years of experience, including 31 years of experience in project management. He has managed various projects in software development, engineering and construction industries, for both contractors and owners and both in the private and public sectors. He has lectured and presented papers in multiple areas of project management and is a recognized subject matter expert in planning & scheduling and earned value management. His experience includes professional development and mentoring of employees, training students in scheduling software systems, as well as developing and delivering PMP exam preparation courses. Tammo currently teaches the Certificate in Project Management” and “Microsoft Project 2019 Scheduling” courses at Cal State Dominguez Hills. He is the author of the MS Project Training Manual and "Project Management Maturity, Back to the Basics"