Presentation Title

REACH for Project Success

Presentation Speaker

Gregg D. Richie

Presentation Abstract

REACH for Project Success is not just another project management presentation -- it's a new way of thinking about project success. This presentation will reveal why projects fail even when they follow all the "right" processes - and how to lead them to true success instead.

Built on the author's Five Diamonds™ of the REACH Framework: Risk, Engagement, Alignment, Communications, and Habits, this groundbreaking approach moves beyond traditional tools and techniques to focus on the human, behavioral, and strategic factors that determine whether a project simply finishes... or truly succeeds.

Drawing from more than four decades of real-world experience across military, corporate, and consulting environments, Gregg blends practical lessons, leadership principles, and project-tested insights into a cohesive, actionable roadmap. Each diamond of REACH represents a key dimension of project mastery:

Risk - Understanding risk as opportunity and culture, not just control.
Engagement - Building commitment and trust across every stakeholder.
Alignment - Ensuring every decision, deliverable, and direction supports the mission.
Communications - Turning information into influence and clarity into collaboration.
Habits - Sustaining excellence through consistency, reflection, and discipline.

Attendees will learn how to:
- Diagnose why some projects succeed when others stall.
- Apply REACH principles to planning, leadership, and decision-making.
- Transform teams into high-performing, purpose-driven collaborators.
- Create project cultures that value outcomes over output.
- Sustain results through habits that reinforce accountability and learning.

If you've ever felt that success means more than finishing on time and on budget, this presentation will redefine what achievement looks like in your world.

Because project success isn't accidental -- it's achieved when you REACH for it.

Speaker Bio

Gregg D. Richie is a seasoned project management expert with over 40 years of experience in construction and civil engineering. He has taught over 400 PMP courses to more than 5,000 professionals, imparting valuable project management skills and knowledge. Gregg is a certified PMP and PSP (Project Success Practitioner), co-author of Business Continuity Planning: A Project Management Approach, and author of three books in the MOAC Series on MS Project. His career spanned nearly 20 years as an active-duty US Navy SEABEE, followed by work in Fortune 500 companies, consulting with the US Navy and Fortune 100 organizations. He holds an MBA with a specialization in project management, a BS in workforce education, and a Master's Certificate in Project Management. An educator at heart, Gregg believes that every individual's greatest asset is their capacity for learning. His philosophy of "The biggest room in the world is the room for improvement" is at the core of his teaching approach.

NEW/PROSPECTIVE MEMBER ORIENTATION & NETWORKING

PMICIE LIVE! IN-PERSON! FREE 

1.0 POWER SKILL PDU PRESENTATION - TAMMO WILKENS

YOU ALWAYS HAVE ENOUGH TIME 

Join us on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Mimi's Cafe in Corona, CA.
This event is for all new, prospective, and current members.
We'll also have a random drawing for a $25 Amazon eCard - be sure to reserve your seat.
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Mimi's Cafe
2230 Griffin Way
Corona, CA 92879
Phone: (951) 734-2073
https://www.mimiscafe.com/locations/corona/

Presentation Speaker

Tammo T. Wilkens, MBA, P.E., PMP, CSM

Presentation Title

You always Have Enough Time

Presentation Abstract

Too often, I hear the refrain: "We need more time" as a defense for not getting the project done by the established/approved deadline. This presentation examines the thought processes that lead to this all-too-simple excuse and demonstrates that there is indeed enough time to get "it" done. It builds on the theme that Failure is not an Option! And, in sync with the current catchphrase in project management, we will look into how AI is helping project teams get it done. Participants will have an immediate opportunity to apply what they have learned from the presentation. Learning outcomes include:
• Thinking outside the box, business as usual is your worst enemy.
• Understanding that Free Float is your best friend.
• Recognizing that your team needs to own the schedule! Stay out of the way!
• Accepting that when things go wrong, it's not the end of the world.
• Realizing that AI is well on the way to joining your team.

Speaker Bio

Tammo Wilkens has 46 years of experience, including 31 in project management. He has managed many projects in software development, engineering, and construction industries, in both the private and public sectors. He has lectured and presented papers across 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 employees, training students in scheduling software systems, and developing and delivering PMP exam preparation courses. Tammo currently teaches the Certificate in Project Management courses at Cal State Dominguez Hills. He is the author of the MS Project Training Manual and a content provider on the 'PMBOK® Guide "Project Management Maturity - Back to the Basics'. To learn more about Tammo, please check out his LinkedIn Profile and website.

Agenda

5:30 PM - Networking & Check-In
6:10 PM - Chapter Announcements
6:30 PM - Speaker Presentation
7:20 PM - Q & A 
7:30 PM - Raffle/Wrap-up
8:00 PM - Adjourn

Price

Free

PDUs

1.0 Power Skills

We hope to see you there!

Presentation Title

There’s No AI Without HI – Part 1 - Introduction

Presentation Speaker

Professor Kevin Reilly, PMP, PMI-ACP, PMI-ATP Instructor, CSM, CSPO, CSP

Presentation Abstract

There has been considerable discussion about AI and its applications in various aspects of life. The impact of AI has already proven to be exponential compared to the previous technological wonder – the Internet. However, there is no reason to fear AI. Once we understand it overall and start using it to become more productive in all aspects of our lives, we can then embrace it. But there is one caveat: there is no Artificial Intelligence without Human Intelligence. AI is not replacing us — it is reflecting us. It embodies our logic, biases, imagination, curiosities, and ambitions.

In this presentation, Professor Kevin Reilly will discuss the close interconnection between Human Intelligence (HI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). As humans, we need to interpret AI’s outputs, define its ethical boundaries during its use, and determine who will provide the foundational data and scientific principles from which these systems are built. This reality underscores an inseparable synergy between human intelligence and artificial intelligence, reminding us that machines are not independent thinkers but rather tools and mirrors of our own ethics, values, and decisions. Learning Objectives include:
• A brief history of Artificial Intelligence
• The relationship between Artificial Intelligence and Human Intelligence
• Ethical considerations when using Artificial Intelligence
• AI Tools: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering
• The future of AI

Speaker Bio

Professor Kevin W. Reilly is an expert Project Management and Agile instructor, renowned for his comprehensive approach to teaching and commitment to student success. He has over 15 years of experience guiding business professionals through PMI Exam Prep Training, Project Management Courses, and General Agile Courses, as well as over 25 years of project management experience in the Software Development and IT sectors. He currently teaches courses for PMI chapters, private corporations, nonprofit organizations, military and government agencies, and universities worldwide.

Volunteerism is another hallmark of Professor Kevin’s career. For over 15 years, he has been a member of all five Southern California PMI Chapters and has served as a volunteer at the Annual Conference and Professional Development Day as well as at the VP and Director levels He is currently the Director of the Speakers Bureau and Programs for the PMI California Inland Empire Chapter (www.pmicie.org), as well as a keynote/special event speaker for PMI chapters around the United States and around the world.

Professor Kevin currently resides in Temecula, CA, Southern California Wine Country. In his spare time, he enjoys volunteering for other non-profits, such as St. Vincent de Paul and TEDx, as well as traveling, playing golf, and visiting historical attractions with his wife. His mantra is “The past is gone, so don’t dwell on it, but learn from it. The present is a gift, so embrace it. The future is unknown, so don’t worry about it, but plan for it.” To learn more about Professor Kevin, please check out his LinkedIn page.

6:05 PM - Breakout Room Networking
6:25 PM - Chapter Announcements
6:30 PM - Speaker Presentation
7:30 PM - Speaker Q & A
7:45 PM - Closing
8:00 PM - Adjourn

Price

$15.00 - Members
$20.00 - Non-Members*
$10.00 - Military

*Note: $5.00 off for other SoCal PMI Chapter members. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for a discount code.

PDUs

2.0 Power Skills

We hope to see you there!

Presentation Title

Break Through Hidden Resistance: Ignite the Human Edge That Drives Results

Presentation Speaker

Anastasia Montejano - Creator & Keynote Speaker - Change Breakthrough™

Presentation Abstract

What if the most significant risk to your project isn’t the scope, the budget, or the deadline, but the conversation that never happened? Most change doesn’t blow up. It bleeds out in polite nods masking hesitation, in quiet delays, and in friction no one sees but everyone feels. The result? Drained budgets, exhausted teams, and results that fall painfully short. Each year, organizations lose over $900 billion due to failed change initiatives. This is not from a bad strategy, but because the change didn’t stick. In a world where AI, regulatory shifts, and market volatility collide, disruption is just another Tuesday. The margin for error is shrinking rapidly, and ignoring resistance isn’t just risky; it’s also expensive, it stalls execution, fractures teams, and burns out your best people.

That’s why leaders turn to Anastasia Montejano, a globally recognized transformation expert with 20+ years of experience leading enterprise people change across five continents.  Her Change Breakthrough™ framework helps leaders decode resistance, dismantle hidden barriers, and lead change that actually sticks. The outcome? Faster adoption, higher engagement, and more substantial ROI because change isn’t the enemy, it’s your edge. Are you leading it or chasing it? Learning Outcomes - In this presentation, you will learn how to:

• Recognize how change is breaking the playbook and how to lead through it
• Identify four hidden barriers that sabotage change and how to dismantle them
• Decode hidden resistance signals before they derail progress
• Shift the silent stories that stall momentum
• Use the Change Breakthrough™ matrix to map resistance and drive results

Speaker Bio

Anastasia Montejano has spent two decades leading enterprise people transformation across five continents, from mergers and acquisitions to organizational shakeups to global-impact transformations, not from the sidelines, but in the trenches. A former Global Change executive, she didn’t just study resistance; she lived it, coached through it, and cracked the code. Her Change Breakthrough™ framework was built under pressure and designed to work in real-world complexity.

Now, Anastasia brings those insights to stages and boardrooms, equipping leaders to build change-ready cultures, shatter hidden barriers, and drive change that sticks. No jargon and no fluff, just real strategies for real humans doing hard things in fast-moving times. Her insights have been trusted by brands like American Express, CBRE, City National Bank, Capital Group, and Harley-Davidson, because results matter. To learn more about Anastasia, please check out her LinkedIn Profile and website.

Agenda

6:05 PM - Breakout Room Networking
6:25 PM - Chapter Announcements
6:30 PM - Speaker Presentation
7:30 PM - Q & A and Raffle
7:45 PM - Closing & Wrap-up
8:00 PM - Adjourn

Price

$15.00 for PMICIE Chapter Members
$20.00 for Non-Members*

*Note: $5.00 off for other SoCal PMI Chapter members. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for a discount code.

PDUs

2.0 Power Skills

We hope to see you there!

BRAND AND LAND COMES TO PMICIE – DO NOT MISS IT – THIS IS FOR EVERYONE

Is your career toolkit ready for today’s job market?

• Is your resume designed to stand out and make an impact?
• Is your LinkedIn profile positioning you as the professional employers want?
• Do you feel confident walking into a job interview?
• Are you struggling to build a strong, people-centered network?

If you answered “no” or even “I’m not sure” to any of these questions, it’s time to act! You deserve the tools and confidence to brand yourself and land your next opportunity.

The PMI California Inland Empire Chapter is excited to bring back the Brand and Land Main Event!

Following the overwhelmingly positive feedback we received last year, we’re thrilled to partner once again with John Signo and his team to deliver an unforgettable learning experience.

What is Brand and Land?
This dynamic, hands-on, one-day event is packed with actionable insights to help you enhance your marketability and increase your chances of securing your dream job or promotion. Over 5 hours, you’ll master essential skills, including:

• Resume Writing: Craft a standout resume that gets noticed.
• LinkedIn Optimization: Create a profile that tells your professional story and attracts opportunities.
• Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): Learn how to beat the system and get your resume in front of recruiters.
• Networking: Build authentic connections that open doors.

Why attend?
Whether you’re actively job hunting or simply looking to sharpen your professional edge, this event will equip you with the skills and confidence to take your career to the next level.

The Brand and Land Advantage:
This year, two lucky attendees will have the chance to participate in a special live coaching session during the event. Imagine getting real-time feedback on your resume and LinkedIn profile from the experts—and helping fellow PMI members learn in the process!

To be considered for this unique opportunity, submit your resume and LinkedIn profile by September 11, 2025, for a chance to join the “Fab 2.”

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 11^th
Time: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm PST
Location: Virtual (Zoom link to be provided by PMI CIE Chapter closer to the event)

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to invest in your career and connect with other professionals in your community. Sign up today and take the first step toward branding and landing your next success!

 For more information, check out the Brand and Land video!

SPEAKER BIO – JOHN SIGNO

John Signo is currently a Senior Project Manager at Bank of America, managing cybersecurity projects with the goal of reducing identified risks while protecting the enterprise and its clients. He has served as a project manager and/or systems engineer at J. Walter Thompson, IBM, and BNSF Railway. John is an active member of both the PMI Dallas Chapter and the PMI Dallas Toastmasters.  He currently holds the PMP and ACP certifications, as well as numerous ISACA certifications, to demonstrate his proficiency in project management and cybersecurity.  Since the founding of Signofied, LLC, he created the “Brand and Land” program to share his insights with others on how to optimize your LinkedIn profile and resume for today’s ATS software.  Additionally, he continues to mentor candidates for the PMP and ACP certification exams.

SPEAKER BIO – MOHUN SUNDAR

Mohun Sundar has been a member of the PMI Dallas Chapter for over 10 years.   He has earned PMP, PMI-ACP, and PMI-RMP certifications.  He has 10 years of experience in healthcare project management, working with business and IT groups to achieve successful outcomes. In addition, he is a Distinguished Toastmaster.  Currently, he works as a senior program manager at Health Care Service Corporation.

As a senior instructor with the Brand and Land team, he looks forward to the opportunity to help others in their journey to improve and optimize their professional brand.  Additionally, he is a certified professional resume writer and LinkedIn specialist, offering private career coaching services in job search strategy, resume writing, LinkedIn profile optimization, interview preparation, and ChatGPT prompt engineering.