A message from the President: PMI MN Chapter Members!
Hello PMI Minnesota Chapter Members
The month of November always reminds me of the end of daylight-saving time. Here in Minnesota, we all have to set our clocks back by one hour. I don’t know about you but that usually messes up my routine. On the bright side there are a lot of things to look forward to in the month of November, such as Thanksgiving. A time where we make it all about family, spending time with loved ones and being thankful for our blessings. I especially like that I get a free pass to eat all day at thanksgiving without judgement 😊
Members, I hope this letter finds you well as we enter the month of November and start to prepare for Thanksgiving. Last Saturday the chapter had its Annual Strategy Planning Meeting, and I am excited to welcome our 2024 leaders to the Board and Operations. It was a successful meeting filled with great ideas, collaboration and enthusiasm to serve our members. We would like to use this opportunity to appeal to you to consider volunteering with the Chapter. Community involvement is a cornerstone of our profession; a commitment to giving back and serving others. If interested in volunteering, please visit our website at www.pmi-mn.org
Mark your calendars! Our Annual Member Meeting is just around the corner. The meeting will be virtual and will be held on November 20, 2023, at 6 pm CST. PMI MN leadership would like to take this moment to express our appreciation for your continued support and engagement. Your contributions to our community make it stronger and more dynamic each day. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and activities, as we work together to advance our profession.
The 2023-2024 PMI MN Scholarship application is still open. If you are pursuing a degree in project management or know someone, we encourage you to apply for our scholarship award. The deadline to apply is November 30, 2023, and the tentative scholarship award date is January 31, 2024. Please click on the link for more details. PMI-MN Scholarship | PMI Minnesota Best,
Geraldine Marks, MBA, PMP®, CSM® CSPO® PMI MN President, CEO
Volunteer of the Month: Anaya Twum
The PMI MN Chapter is honored to present Anaya Twum as our November 2023 Volunteer of the Month.
"I am thrilled to share my heartfelt recognition for Anaya Twum, whose exceptional work in hosting our first seminar has left a profound impact on our Professional Development Committee and the entire Project Management community. Anaya's dedication, commitment, and outstanding performance have truly gone above and beyond our expectations, and her contributions have been nothing short of amazing. Anaya's impressive track record as a seasoned project manager, with extensive experience in handling complex projects, has been an invaluable asset to our committee. Her ability to swiftly provide guidance and support to the Professional Development Committee is truly remarkable, and it has significantly accelerated our progress. We are incredibly fortunate to have Anaya as a key member of our team, leading seminars and certifications. Her passion for project management and her willingness to volunteer her time and expertise have made a substantial impact on our professional community. Her contributions align perfectly with our mission of enhancing skills, knowledge, and networking opportunities for project managers. Anaya, your exceptional work, and the dedication you bring to our committee are highly commendable. We are genuinely thankful for your volunteering efforts, your commitment to professional development, and the positive influence you have on the project management community. Your contributions are deeply appreciated, and we look forward to achieving more milestones under your leadership. Thank you, Anaya, for making a meaningful difference."
Thank you, Maggie Pittelko
Thank you, Anaya, for all of your enthusiasm, time and energy for this role and project! OUR UPCOMING FALL EVENTS
Nov 14 The Future of Project Management & New Member Orientation Nov 17 Professional Scrum Product Backlog Management (PSPBM) Skills Nov 27 Certified Scrum Master (CSM®) Certification Class Nov 29 Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO®) Certification Class
Dec 01 Lean Six Sigma Courses Dec 29 CAPM Certification Prep Class Dec 29 PMI-ACP® Certification Prep Class PMI ® Global Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion PMI, as a global organization, has established a position about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This statement is posted on the PMI website:
As a global leader enabling individuals to create a positive impact through projects, PMI champions a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community – one that serves our millions of stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, members, credential holders, and the profession at large. We embrace and celebrate our differences, and work to create an environment of respect, trust, integrity and fairness in our words and actions. We commit ourselves to empower individuals to do their best work. We aspire to act as a catalyst to bridge cultures, geographies, and differences, and to enable people and organizations to positively impact society.
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