April 2022

  PRESIDENT'S CORNER

Chapter President Rochelle Petty, MBA, PMP, SPHR

Happy April members!

As we enter the second quarter of the year, Spring has officially sprung, and we have stepped into National Autism Awareness month. As business leaders we leverage our teams effectively, develop their strengths and work to improve on “weak” areas. While project management is not a field that all persons with autism can flourish in, it’s worth noting that there are many with the skills to do the job effectively. Project Management is a field which requires both good time management and meticulous attention to detail. This career also often involves high-level thinking and the ability to see both detail and the big picture at the same time. These are all qualities that some people with Asperger's syndrome possess in abundance.

These strengths can come with limitations, so in addition to recognizing what a teammate with autism can bring to the table, let’s also consider how we can better support them and ensure project success. Individuals with Asperger’s syndrome tend to struggle with social situations, such as extensive meetings and people-facing activities. Being open to less face to face or group settings by leveraging alternative collaboration tools for communication can be a great help.

As business professionals, we should always seek ways to collaborate with our teammates and find creative ways to accomplish goals. This is one more way we can proactively and consciously support our peers.

Register now for our Virtual Spring Conference on Friday, May 6th! I look forward to connecting with each of you. The call for speakers has closed and we will be announcing the agenda soon. If you’d like to volunteer your time to support the conference or the chapter in general, please contact Penelope Luedtke at vp_membership@pmi-portland.org. It would be an honor to have you contribute to the Chapter’s success.

Welcome and Thank You to all the members that have joined or renewed your membership this month. The Portland Chapter thrives on your support and we are grateful that you have decided to trust us for another year. Don’t forget to register and enjoy the events that our volunteer team have put together!

Best,
Rochelle Petty, MBA, PMP, SPHR
President, PMI Portland Chapter

   ARTICLES

Volunteer of the Month: Dominique Bradley

By Membership Selection Committee

Dominique Bradley embodies the best of PMI Portland volunteers: belief in the good that project management can bring to the world and passion for delivering what the members need to meet the profession's challenges.

She began her volunteer journey with PMI Portland in February of 2020, drawn to this amazing, diverse community of project management professionals. Her advice for those wondering if they should volunteer with PMI Portland is a resounding “Yes.” She asserts there is no better time to volunteer than right now, when we are all searching for community and connection.

As Assistant VP of Outreach she has planned, coordinated, and produced 6 virtual outreach ZOOM events for the PMI Portland chapter, creating over 700 high-quality community interactions with over 125 non-PMI member engagements. Her administrative, marketing and technical prowess enabled PMI Portland to successfully deliver the first ever virtual chapter meeting to its members.

Dominique is a tireless, dedicated professional committed to providing the greater Portland Project Management community with the highest quality professional development opportunities, social interactions and professional networking. She has the ability to keep a cool head under pressure and handle anything that comes her way.

Her one ask of members is to provide feedback on events and programming. She takes the customer service aspect of her volunteer role seriously and reviews each survey. So, next time you are given the opportunity to provide feedback to PMI Portland, know that Dominique is listening!

A Message from the Membership Selection Committee:
Have you volunteered with someone from the PMI Portland Chapter who goes above and beyond expectations? Nominating your fellow volunteers is easy! Nominations can come from Board members, Directors and fellow volunteers. Candidates are chosen based on hours worked and the impact of the work on the Portland Chapter. Click here to submit your nomination form.

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   EVENTS

Chapter Meeting | Understanding the PMBOK®

Tuesday, April 19, 2022 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
In Person at the Melody Center
1 Technical PDU

Join our April 2022 PMI Portland Chapter Meeting for a special presentation on the new PMBOK Guide - Seventh Edition, where the PMI Standards and Publications Product Managers, Danielle Ritter and Leah Huf, will discuss the changes brought about in the seventh edition and key takeaways.

The radical changes brought about in the PMBOK® Guide - Seventh Edition can be clearly demonstrated by the fact that the guide is only 250 pages in comparison to the 700-page Sixth edition. It uses a principle-based structure that summarizes the what and the why of project management.

Register Here

*** All Recommended COVID protocols will be followed ***

What:    PMI Portland April Chapter Meeting
When:   Tuesday April 19th, starting at 5:30pm
Where:  The Melody Center- Morrison Rm, 615 SE 6th Ave  Portland, OR 97214

Networking Event | ¡Quiero Fiesta!

Thursday, May 3rd, 2022  |  6:00pm - 8:00pm
In-Person Event
Sponsored by Apex Systems

Say YES to extra guacamole with your PMI Portland and Apex Systems amigos as we kick off the 2022 Virtual Spring Conference! So come on down to Rocio’s in South East Portland to spice up your week, smash the WFH pinata over margaritas.

PMI Portland volunteers and Apex Systems recruiters are eager to discuss your project management career, your job search, new jobs you may be offering or discuss the wonderful benefits of chapter membership. Pass the word to your colleagues, family and friends as we lift a cerveza to the upcoming 2022 Spring Virtual Spring Conference.

Register today! Space is limited.

*** Recommended COVID protocols will be followed ***
What: PMI Portland In-person Networking Event
When: Tuesday, May 3, starting at 6PM
Where: Rocio’s | 2850 SE Gladstone St. Portland OR 97202
PDU: None

Roundtable | Volunteer

Webnesday, April 27, 2022  |  12:00pm - 1:00pm

Every fourth Wednesday of the month join Penelope Luedtke, Vice President of Membership, and others from the Membership portfolio for a roundtable discussion on what chapter volunteers are doing and learn about currently open volunteer positions.

This is an opportunity to engage with different portfolios, catch up on chapter news, ask questions about specific volunteer positions, and mingle with current volunteers. Volunteer opportunities range from short-term commitments to long-term team lead roles. Whatever your skills or schedule, we will find a way to utilize your talents! Join in to learn about these exciting opportunities, hear what other volunteers are up to and what’s coming next. Come and make a difference with us.

Moderator: Penelope Luedtke 
What: Monthly Virtual Volunteer Roundtable
When: April 27, 2022 at 12:00pm
Where: Virtual via Zoom
PDU: None

Spring Conference | LEAP

Friday, May 6, 2022  |  8:00am - 12:30pm

PMI Portland Conferences have provided professionals premier educational experiences in project management for 21 years. You are invited to this year's Spring Conference, with the theme LEAP: Learn from the past, engage in today, adapt for tomorrow, plan for the future. Join us, as we gather with the best in the profession to expand your knowledge, make connections, and elevate each other.

Learn the most up-to-date information and register here. 

Register soon - space is limited.

What: Spring Conference
When: May 6, 2022 at 8:00am
Where: Virtual via Zoom
PDU: 7.0

   COMMUNITY

Roundtable

A roundtable is a meeting where Project Managers discuss issues they face on a daily basis. Roundtables are held throughout the Portland-Vancouver area and each meeting has its own personality. They usually follow a basic pattern but sometimes use a different format for ongoing discussions. The meetings always start with introductions and usually a solicitation for topics. Topics tabled from previous meetings, that are still current issues, are given priority. The topics are selected by attendees based on that roundtable’s rules and opened for discussion. Sometimes topics are prearranged, such as when preparation time for topic facilitation is needed.

These meetings are worth 1 PDU to PMPs, and can be extremely valuable and fun. There is often a balance of junior and senior Project Managers from a variety of disciplines to provide an eclectic viewpoint.

For details about a specific Roundtable meeting, see the URL below:
https://pmi-portland.org/activities/roundtables

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