Presentation Title

John Halberstadt - AI Governance for Project Managers: From Principles to Practice in 90 Days

Presentation Speaker

John Halberstadt

Presentation Abstract

Artificial intelligence is already influencing how projects are planned, delivered, and governed. Project managers are increasingly expected to understand not only how AI can improve delivery, but also how to govern its use responsibly. Aligned with PMI's newly released Standard for Artificial Intelligence in Portfolio, Program, and Project Management, this session presents a practical, technology-agnostic framework that helps project professionals integrate AI governance into existing project management practices.

Participants will explore the three domains where AI creates governance responsibilities, examine common AI risks, and learn a practical 90-day governance approach that emphasizes accountability, human oversight, and measurable business outcomes without introducing unnecessary bureaucracy.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the three domains of AI governance for project managers.
• Identify common AI risks affecting projects, project teams, and AI-enabled products.
• Apply a practical 90-day framework for introducing AI governance into existing projects.
• Understand how AI governance aligns with PMI's new AI standard and existing project management practices.
• Identify immediate actions to establish governance, accountability, and oversight for AI initiatives.

Speaker Bio

John Halberstadt is Executive Consultant and Head of Consulting Operations at En Dash, specializing in AI governance, PMO and portfolio leadership, product strategy, and organizational transformation.

A project management leader at the enterprise level since 1997, he has more than 25 years of executive leadership experience spanning technology, product management, applied AI, and business modernization. His AI experience dates back to 2008, including leadership of applied AI and natural language processing products and the development of AI governance frameworks, implementation playbooks, and executive training.

John is the author of "Getting Started with AI Governance", as well as "Values-Based Consulting, the Field Guide to Doing Good, Doing Better and Doing Well". He is also current VP of Strategy, former VP of Professional Development for the PMI Northern Nevada Chapter. He is a frequent speaker on AI governance, project leadership, and organizational transformation.

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.

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NEW/PROSPECTIVE MEMBER ORIENTATION & NETWORKING

PMICIE LIVE! IN-PERSON! FREE 

1.0 PDU PRESENTATION

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Presentation Title

 The Strength Within: Building Resiliency in Projects and People

Presentation Speaker

 Parmjit Kaur

Presentation Abstract

 In today’s complex and ever-changing project environments, success is no longer defined solely by schedules, scope, and budgets — it is defined by our ability to adapt, recover, and move forward with purpose. The Strength Within: Building Resiliency in Projects and People explores resiliency as both a professional capability and a deeply human skill.

Through real-world project scenarios, reflective storytelling, and practical frameworks, this session reframes challenges not as failures, but as opportunities for growth and renewed strength. Participants will examine how resiliency shows up in projects when plans break down, and in people when life inevitably intersects with delivery. Rather than “pushing through,” the session emphasizes recovery, flexibility, and compassionate leadership as essential components of sustainable success.

Attendees will walk away with actionable tools to build resilient plans, lead with calm and intention, and support the human side of project delivery — creating environments where both projects and people can thrive, even in uncertainty.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1) Reframe project challenges as opportunities for learning, adaptation, and long-term strength using a Reflect → Reset → Rise mindset.

2) Apply resilient leadership behaviors that promote calm, clarity, and compassion during periods of uncertainty or disruption.

3) Support resilient teams and individuals by recognizing the human realities that influence performance and engagement.

4) Identify simple, practical takeaways that can be applied immediately to improve both project outcomes and personal well-being.

Speaker Bio

Parmjit Kaur is a dynamic leader at the intersection of project management, podcasting, and international speaking. Born in the U.K. to Indian parents, her multicultural upbringing shaped her global perspective, resilience, and people-first leadership style. She is the host of the Your Life Projectized podcast and a sought-after speaker, known for engaging audiences with her signature CPR framework—Communication, Project Management, and Resiliency. Her talks explore how clear communication drives alignment, how project management principles apply to both business & life, and how resilience enables individuals and organizations to navigate complexity & change with confidence. Her speaking engagements include PMI chapters worldwide, Health 2.0, PA eHealth Initiative, TUMHAA, NJ-HITEC, and CXO’s Leadership Conference in Dubai. Through her consultancy, Parmjit Kaur, LLC, and her speaking work, Parmjit continues to inspire meaningful, resilient, and human-centered change. 

Presentation Title

 Understanding Business Acumen and Decision Performance

Presentation Speaker

 Derick Brownell, PMP, SAFe, PMI-ACP

Presentation Abstract

Join us for an engaging session on Business Acumen and Decision Performance. Derick Brownell, PMP, SAFe, PMI-ACP, will guide us through an interactive program that explores the value of measuring decision performance and its impact on day-to-day decision-making. This event will provide valuable insights into how we can improve our business decision-making. Learning Objectives include
• Learning how to help your teams realize their potential and avoid their pitfalls by rethinking the work foundation.
• Taking small steps, learning from them, and adjusting your direction, instead of planning and executing a big transformation.
• Understanding the importance of identifying work value streams and their flow and adaptability.

Speaker Biography

Derick Brownell became a Phoenix Chapter member in 2007 and has been a Director on the Phoenix Chapter Board of Directors over the past five years, focused on Programs, Partnership, and Sponsorship. He has worked in Project Management, PMO Director, Lead Consultant, Sales, and Owner/President roles, attributing success to the continuous improvement fostered by the project management community. Currently, Derick is a Senior Account Executive at Axway Software, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. His focus is on Healthcare and Life Sciences Compliance and Security software and services. In his spare time, Derick Owns and Invests in an Executive Coaching firm and actively coaches in the Arizona Youth Olympic Development Program (ODP). To learn more about Derick, please check out his LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derickbrownell