FREE SPECIAL DISCUSSION PANEL VIRTUAL EVENT
'REACH: Translating Military Precision into Civilian Success'
SPONSORED BY PROJECT SUCCESS ACADEMY
Featuring Professor Kevin W. Reilly
PMICIE Chapter Volunteer and U.S. Navy Veteran

Discussion Panel Abstract:

How do veterans take the discipline, accountability, and precision of military service and translate them into thriving civilian careers? This panel explores that question through the lens of REACH (Risk, Engagement, Alignment, Communication, and Habits).

Over the course of 60 minutes, our panelists will share real-life stories of transition, highlighting how battlefield-tested skills can bridge cultural gaps in the workplace and enhance team performance.

From reframing risk-taking to modeling engagement, from aligning teams around a clear mission to communicating with clarity and building high-performance habits, this conversation will offer both inspiration and practical strategies.

Whether you’re a veteran navigating your own transition, an employer seeking to harness veteran talent, or a leader looking for proven ways to strengthen accountability and ownership in your organization, this session will leave you with actionable insights to REACH higher in leadership and success.

Bring your questions. Share your voice. Be part of the mission.

Discussion Panelists

Professor Kevin W. Reilly, PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, CSPO, CSP
Cheryl Barnett, PMP
Russell Parker, PMP, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP
Tanya Boyd, PMP, PMI-ACP
Brandon Carpenter, PMP, PMI-ACP
Shane Dixon, PMP
Anh Taylor-Garcia, PMI-ACP
Gregg D. Richie, PMP
Russell Parker, PMP, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP
Cheryl Barnett, PMP
Chris Wickman

To learn more about Project Success Academy, please visit their website and LinkedIn page.

Price

Free

PDUs

None

Questions? Send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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.

UC Agile/PMICIE Chapter
Project Management Boot Camp
35 Education Hours Toward the PMP Application
35 Professional Development Units

Dates & Times: Tuesday, 10/21/25 -  Friday, 10/24/25 - 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific Time

Cutoff Date & Time: Monday 10/20/25 -  10:00 PM Pacific Time 

Pricing: $749.00 - Chapter Members & Guests

Location: Live Online via Zoom 

About the Course 

This course is sponsored by the PMI California Inland Empire Chapter and UC Agile and is taught by Professor Kevin Reilly. This course will provide project managers with the knowledge of best practices, principles, concepts, terminology, and techniques from Waterfall/Predictive, Agile/Adaptive, and Hybrid Project Management and product development approaches to help ensure project success. In a 4-day, 35-hour format, this course will include a combination of slide deck presentations and a hard copy of Andy Crowe’s best-selling book, How to Pass the PMP on the First Try – 7th Edition. The course will also be supported by practice questions, interactive exercises, and additional study materials provided by the Project Management Certification Coach.

This intensive course will examine the fundamentals of developing a well-defined, planned, and executed project. Students will learn how to define, plan, and execute a project, whether the goal is simple or complex. They will gain the tools and knowledge necessary to deliver projects on time and within budget, while meeting performance specifications. Additionally, they will explore the essential components of project management, including the project and product lifecycles. This course will also help students determine the correct development approach to utilize and learn how to develop a project charter, assemble and manage a team, analyze and control risk, monitor project milestones, and close out the project, among other key skills.

Although this course is aligned with the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide, 7th Edition, and will provide 35 education hours to be eligible to sit for the PMP certification exam, it is not a PMI-Authorized Training Partner (ATP) PMP Exam Prep Boot Camp.

PMP Course Materials 

• Presentation slides
• Sample questions for each topic 
• Breakout Room discussions and exercises
• A hard copy of Andy Crowe's best-selling book.
• And more...

Course Outline 

• L01.00 - Course Introduction
• L02.00 - Foundational Elements
• L03.00 - Integration Management
• L04.00 - Scope Management
• L05.00 - Schedule Management
• L06.00 - Cost Management
• L07.00 - Quality Management
• L08.00 - Resource Management
• L09.00 - Communications Management
• L10.00 - Risk Management
• L11.00 - Procurement Management
• L12.00 - Stakeholder Management
• L13.00 - Agile Mindset & Principles
• L14.00 - Agile Methods

Important Note: This registration is the first step. After registering here, you will receive an email with a link to the UC Agile Upcoming Events page. Click on the event, then select the course with the $749.00 price, and proceed to pay the $749.00. Then, you will be fully registered.

Questions? Send an email to Professor Kevin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We hope to see you there!

UC Agile/PMICIE Chapter
Project Management Boot Camp
35 Education Hours Toward the PMP Application
35 Professional Development Units

Dates & Times: Tuesday, 10/21/25 -  Friday, 10/24/25 - 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific Time

Cutoff Date & Time: Monday 10/20/25 -  10:00 PM Pacific Time 

Pricing: $749.00 - Chapter Members & Guests

Location: Live Online via Zoom 

About the Course 

This course is sponsored by the PMI California Inland Empire Chapter and UC Agile and is taught by Professor Kevin Reilly. This course will provide project managers with the knowledge of best practices, principles, concepts, terminology, and techniques from Waterfall/Predictive, Agile/Adaptive, and Hybrid Project Management and product development approaches to help ensure project success. In a 4-day, 35-hour format, this course will include a combination of slide deck presentations and a hard copy of Andy Crowe’s best-selling book, How to Pass the PMP on the First Try – 7th Edition. The course will also be supported by practice questions, interactive exercises, and additional study materials provided by the Project Management Certification Coach.

This intensive course will examine the fundamentals of developing a well-defined, planned, and executed project. Students will learn how to define, plan, and execute a project, whether the goal is simple or complex. They will gain the tools and knowledge necessary to deliver projects on time and within budget, while meeting performance specifications. Additionally, they will explore the essential components of project management, including the project and product lifecycles. This course will also help students determine the correct development approach to utilize and learn how to develop a project charter, assemble and manage a team, analyze and control risk, monitor project milestones, and close out the project, among other key skills.

Although this course is aligned with the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide, 7th Edition, and will provide 35 education hours to be eligible to sit for the PMP certification exam, it is not a PMI-Authorized Training Partner (ATP) PMP Exam Prep Boot Camp.

PMP Course Materials 

• Presentation slides
• Sample questions for each topic 
• Breakout Room discussions and exercises
• A hard copy of Andy Crowe's best-selling book.
• And more...

Course Outline 

• L01.00 - Course Introduction
• L02.00 - Foundational Elements
• L03.00 - Integration Management
• L04.00 - Scope Management
• L05.00 - Schedule Management
• L06.00 - Cost Management
• L07.00 - Quality Management
• L08.00 - Resource Management
• L09.00 - Communications Management
• L10.00 - Risk Management
• L11.00 - Procurement Management
• L12.00 - Stakeholder Management
• L13.00 - Agile Mindset & Principles
• L14.00 - Agile Methods

Important Note: This registration is the first step. After registering here, you will receive an email with a link to the UC Agile Upcoming Events page. Click on the event, then select the course with the $749.00 price, and proceed to pay the $749.00. Then, you will be fully registered.

Questions? Send an email to Professor Kevin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We hope to see you there!

Presentation Title

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

Presentation Speaker

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!

PMICIE Chapter 2025 Professional Development Day
Implementing Effective Organizational Change
Live In-Person Event - 3 PDUs

Business Acumen - 1.0 PDU | Ways of Working - 1.0 PDU | Power Skills - 1.0 PDU 

$20.00 - Members / $25.00 - Guests

Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown
3505 Market Street
Riverside, CA 92501
951-788-5000
Website URL

Agenda
08:30 AM - Continental Breakfast
09:00 AM - Pre-Event Slide Show & Networking
09:30 AM - Opening Remarks/Membership Meeting - Dr. Ray Seraile
09:50 AM - Break
10:00 AM - Speaker # 1: Mike Sanders
10:50 AM - Break
11:00 AM - Speaker # 2: Tim Rumbaugh
11:50 AM - Break
12:00 PM - Speaker # 3: Allison McGuire
01:00 PM - Wrap-Up

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Speaker 1: Navigating Large Organization
Key Challenges and a Roadmap for Success

Mike Sanders | TED Speaker, PMP, CSM, SAFe, Prosci, ServiceNow, Generative AI | Senior Program Manager - American Express | 1.0 PDU - Business Acumen

Presentation Abstract:

In this presentation, Mike Sanders will lead a discussion on the challenges we all face when managing projects in our corporations. This presentation identifies these challenges and provides tools and techniques to overcome them. Armed with these techniques, navigating an organization becomes much more pleasant and provides a foundation for growth, success, and happiness.

This presentation offers actionable tools to help you overcome challenges. With these techniques, project managers can navigate organizational dynamics more effectively, fostering growth, success, and team cohesion. Creating a harmonious environment for a team involves fostering a culture of mutual respect, open communication, and collaboration. Learning Objectives include:

• Learning about the key challenges in working within large organizations
• Obtaining the tools needed to deal with these challenges.
• Gaining peace of mind in knowing you can handle whatever challenges you face and thrive

Presenter Biography:

Mike Sanders, MA, PMP, CSM, CAC, is a Senior Program Manager for American Express, where he collaborates with global stakeholders,  enhances efficiencies, and leads a team of project leads, overseeing resource allocation and project prioritization. Other highlights include the development of a comprehensive reporting structure for Senior Management and Leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability in project progress and outcomes.

Mike is also an accomplished author and has presented on business management and personal development topics for over 15 years at corporations, symposiums, conferences, business associations, and government agencies. He presented his personal development model, "Freedom and the 3rd Brain" at TEDx on San Juan Island, State of Washington. Of all his writings, "14 Rules of Engagement in Organizations" is his favorite. To learn more about Mike, please visit his LinkedIn Page.

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Speaker 2: Organizational Progress Management – Your New Tomorrow Team

Tim Rumbaugh, PMP | Vice President, Program Management at Edwards Lifesciences | Keynote Speaker | 1.0 PDU - Ways of Working

Presentation Abstract:

In a world of constant change, most organizations over-prioritize what's urgent and visible and under-invest in the root systems that quietly drag everything down. This presentation introduces a new discipline, Progress Management, a fusion of Project, Process, and Change Management that closes the gap between what we expect and what we achieve. While your current “Today Teams” deliver value now, Progress Management is your new “Tomorrow Team”, envisioning what’s next, building capability, while balancing short-term gain with long-term, foundational systemic impact.. Learning Objectives include:

• Appreciating the value and difference between the Today Team and the Tomorrow Team. 
• Implementing a practical framework that they can apply immediately
• Obtaining clarity on why traditional project methods fall short in dynamic environments
• Gaining inspiration to reframe your role
• Understanding the importance of creativity in project management
• Stimulating and nurturing a culture of creativity in your project teams
• Sustaining the integration of creativity in project management practice

Presenter Biography:

Tim Rumbaugh is an experienced Program Management leader with a demonstrated history in the aerospace and medical device industries. His passion lies in management, leadership, strategy, collaboration, complex new product development, and speaking at conferences about project management fundamentals. He has spent seven years at Edwards Lifesciences, co-leading the Transcatheter Heart Valve PMO focused on structural heart therapy and medical device new product development.

Tim also spent four years at a contract R&D start-up, developing in vitro diagnostic devices for allergy, immunotherapy, and DNA analysis, serving a variety of clients. He also spent over 20 years in aerospace at Parker Hannifin, developing and producing flight control systems for military and business jet clients, including Boeing for the GPS constellation, and Northrop Grumman for the B-2 Bomber program. To learn more about Tim, please visit his LinkedIn Profile.

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 Speaker 3: Leading with Purpose: Driving Digital Transformation in a Rapidly Changing World

Allison McGuire - VP of Marketing & Ecommerce
1.0 PDU - Power Skills

Presentation Abstract:

In today’s landscape of accelerating change, from AI disruption to shifting consumer expectations, marketing leaders must balance innovation and strategy with realistic initiatives. In this dynamic session, Allison McGuire shares real-world insights from her 10-year tenure transforming a century-old retail brand into a modern ecommerce powerhouse. Through candid stories, expert insights, and practical exercises, attendees will learn how to lead teams through digital change and build sustainable growth in an evolving marketplace. Learning Objectives include:

• Understanding how to lead digital transformation with both strategic foresight and human-centered leadership
• Discovering practical strategies for transforming underperforming marketing channels into high-growth engines
• Exploring how loyalty and customer experience can replace discounting as long-term value drivers
• Gaining hands-on tools and frameworks for managing change, building modern marketing stacks, and fostering team buy-in

Presenter Biography:

Allison McGuire is a seasoned VP of Marketing & eCommerce with over 20 years of experience leading digital transformation, performance marketing, and customer experience initiatives across high-growth retail and ecommerce brands. Known for her strategic leadership and data-driven mindset, she has scaled multi-channel programs, revitalized underperforming campaigns, and driven record-setting revenue and profitability. Most recently, Allison led Paper Mart to its most successful years in the company's 100-year history through innovative loyalty, affiliate, and digital programs. In addition to her executive experience, Allison serves as the Los Angeles Ambassador for Women in Retail Leadership Circle, where she helps foster community, networking, and thought leadership among women driving the future of retail and eCommerce.

To learn more about Allison, please visit her LinkedIn Page and website.

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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 be afraid of AI. Once we understand it overall and start using it to help us be 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 - 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!