Calendar of Events

PM Breakfast Meeting - Mountain View/Sunnyvale - Oct 2020

When: October 2, 2020 7:30am - 9:00am Where: virtual event Description: Monthly the chapter holds seven geographically dispersed (Project Management) PM Breakfast Meetings in San Francisco’s Peninsula, South Bay and East Bay. Each of these is a small gathering (10 to 15) project managers for a discussion of the current PM environment, sharing of information, and brainstorming of current challenges. The meeting's agenda is the topics brought by the attendees. Every meeting is facilitated by a chapter volunteer.

Women in Project Management Forum - Oct 2020

When: 02 October, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Where: Virtual event Description: The Forum’s mission is to provide a community for women interested in the Project Management profession, focused on mutual growth and sharing of knowledge through informal meetings, networking and mentoring. Through mutual sharing the group seeks to provide insights into Project Management issues common to multiple industries. This interaction enables participants to make significant positive changes to their work environment.

The Silicon Valley Project - Branding You: Take Charge of Your Future - Oct 2020

The Silicon Valley Project speaker series present: Branding You: Take Charge of Your Future Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2020 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Virtual Speaker: Marie Spark, MBA, PMP Event Focus: Event Description The world of project management has expanded at a rapid pace, but now, in the midst of the pandemic and all the change it brings, we need to rethink our careers and take charge of branding ourselves to be successful in the future. In this interactive online discussion with Marie Spark, MBA PMP®, a project management thought leader and mentor to adult learners and professionals in transition, you will explore tools, resources, and most importantly an understanding of the required mindset to handle the changes coming your way. Learn what you need to survive and thrive amid new technologies, business disruption, the explosion of Agile techniques, and the increase in virtual collaboration. It all provides opportunities as well as challenges for both newcomers to the project management profession and experienced PM leaders. Topics Trends in project management careers: power skills, recruiting, and more Professional development: how to stay in the continuous learning zone Agile trends: movement to the enterprise, virtual teams, and certifications The transformation of the PMBOK & PMP standards Professional responsibility: increased focus on ethics, diversity, and sustainability Speaker Marie Spark, M.B.A., PMP® Director of the Project Management Graduate Program at Golden Gate University Registration (virtual access details to be distributed upon registration) PMISV Members: $5.00 Non-members: $5.00 UCSC Active Students: $5.00 Veterans: Free (Request a veteran code to attend all PMISV events for free.) Additional Information Meeting Leader: Contact Rich Condon, PMP, PMI-ACP PDU: 2.0 (1.0 - Leadership, 1.0 - Strategy) ♦PDU claiming instruction

PM Insight Fremont - Leadership in Today's New Virtual World

PMISV Toastmasters Meeting

PM Breakfast Meeting - Santa Cruz/Capitola - Oct 2020

When: 09 October 2020 7:00 am-8:00 am Where: Virtual Meeting (Registrants will receive joining details from Meeting Leader) This is a facilitated roundtable discussion on agenda topics solicited from the attendees during introductions. The intent of the meeting is to promote an informal gathering of a dozen project managers to discuss current topics in the profession, receive suggestions from the other attendees on current project challenges, or share/receive information on items of interest.

PM Breakfast Meeting - San Jose - Oct 2020

When: 9 October 2020 7:30 am-9:00 am Where: Virtual Meeting (Registrants will receive joining details from Meeting Leader) This is a facilitated round table discussion on agenda topics solicited from the attendees during introductions. The intent of the meeting is to promote an informal gathering of project managers to discuss current topics in the profession, receive suggestions from the other attendees on current project challenges, or share/receive information on items of interest. These meetings are open to anyone who is interested. The only cost is what you order form the menu, separate checks.

2020 PMI Silicon Valley Annual Symposium

Symposium 2020

Register Now! 2020 Annual PMI Silicon Valley Symposium Working Together, Apart - Leadership skills, tools, and practices for building inclusiveness in disconnected project teams October 09, 1:00 to 5:30 pm Pacific and Oct 10, 8:00 am to 12:30 noon Pacific Virtual Event Register NOW

2020 PMI Silicon Valley Annual Symposium

Job Search Breakfast Meeting Oct 12, 2020

When: October 12, 2020 7:30 am - 9:00 am Where: Virtual Meeting (Registrants will receive joining details from Meeting Leader) Description: This group is established to provide job search support for Silicon Valley project management professionals. It is sponsored by the Silicon Valley chapter of the Project Management Institute - PMI (www.pmisv.org) to help our members in transition improve their probability of landing a future job. In conjunction with the chapter's Career Management Seminars and Career Development Workshops, the Job Search Group focuses on providing:

PM Breakfast Meeting - San Mateo- Oct 2020

When: 13 Oct 2020 7:30 am - 9:00 am Where: Virtual Meeting (Registrants will receive joining details from Meeting Leader) Description: Monthly the chapter holds seven geographically dispersed (Project Management) PM Breakfast Meetings in San Francisco’s Peninsula, South Bay and East Bay. Each of these is a small gathering (10 to 15) project managers for a discussion of the current PM environment, sharing of information, and brainstorming of current challenges. The meeting's agenda is the topics brought by the attendees. Every meeting is facilitated by a chapter volunteer.

PMO Round Table Breakfast Meeting - October 2020

When: 14 October 2020, 7:30 am-9:00 am Where: Virtual Meeting (Please register for the event - Host will share the Zoom details) The Chapter holds a Breakfast Round Table focused upon the PMO Practice and Operations once a month. This round table group provides a general forum to discuss various issues, problems, and challenges related to organizing, operating and managing a PMO within any organization. The format is open, with round-robin topics decided by the attendees each month. If you are, or have been, involved in any of the following activities, this round table will be for you.

PM Insight Sunnyvale Virtual Meeting - Lifecycles of Disciplined Agile

Disciplined Agile does not have just one lifecycle that teams prescriptively follow. DA has multiple lifecycles, providing choices for teams based on the context and situation they face. This presentation will cover an overview of the DA lifecycles, how teams select which one to use, and real-life examples.

PMISV Toastmasters Meeting

PM Breakfast Meeting - Milpitas - Oct 2020

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP: Agile Estimation & Contracts

Certification Info Oct 2020

Project Managers interested in obtaining information on PMI's certification programs are welcome to attend the Monthly Certification Information Meeting. Its intent is to provide an understanding of the application process, exam content and structure, exam environment and available tudy resources.

PM Breakfast Meeting - Cupertino - Oct 2020

When: 20 October 2020, 7:30 am-9:00 am Where: Virtual Event Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 236 389 3643 One tap mobile +16699009128,,2363893643# US (San Jose) +13462487799,,2363893643# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) Meeting ID: 236 389 3643 Find your local number: Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing Monthly the chapter holds seven geographically dispersed (Project Management) PM Breakfast Meetings in San Francisco's Peninsula, South Bay and East Bay. Each of these is a small gathering (10 to 15) project managers for a discussion of the current PM environment, sharing of information, and brainstorming of current challenges. The meeting's agenda is the topics brought by the attendees. Every meeting is facilitated by a chapter volunteer. This is a facilitated roundtable discussion on agenda topics solicited from the attendees during introductions. The intent of the meeting is to promote an informal gathering of a dozen project managers to discuss current topics in the profession, receive suggestions from the other attendees on current project challenges, or share/receive information on items of interest. These meetings are open to anyone who is interested. The only cost is what you order form the menu, separate checks. Meeting Leader: Bobby Wen Is a PMP certified project manager, specializing in high availability multi-tier systems. He runs e-commerce sites, warehouse management system and electronic medical records, ensuring they operate 24x7x365 in a regulatory compliant manner. He has installed and managed PCI, MasterCard, AmEx, HIPA, DSS and SOX compliant systems . Bobby has two engineering degrees and an MBA, and has hosted the PMISV life sciences group, San Bruno Happy Hour and Cupertino Breakfast. About Monthly Breakfast Meetings: The PMISV Chapter hosts geographically dispersed Breakfast Meetings in San Francisco's Peninsula, South Bay and East Bay regions. Each meeting is a small gathering of project managers for a discussion of the current career environment, sharing of information and brainstorming on current challenges. The meeting's agenda is the topics brought by the attendees. Every meeting is facilitated by a Chapter Volunteer. These breakfast & group events around the Bay Area are to support chapter members and the project management community. The chapter encourages professionals to attend and participate by bringing their questions and issues to their colleagues. PDU Info: 1.5 - Category "Education - Informal Learning" - PDU claiming instructions Program Agenda: 7:30 AM - Program Begins 9:00 AM - Adjourn Food: The only cost is what you order from the menu. Separate checks. Registration: The registration is FREE for anyone interested. Walk-in welcome. Please register online in advance to help the Meeting Leader plan and arrange seats.

PMISV Toastmasters Meeting

Job Search Breakfast Meeting Oct 26, 2020

When: October 26, 2020 7:30 am - 9:00 am Where: Virtual Meeting (Registrants will receive joining details from Meeting Leader) Description: This group is established to provide job search support for Silicon Valley project management professionals. It is sponsored by the Silicon Valley chapter of the Project Management Institute - PMI (www.pmisv.org) to help our members in transition improve their probability of landing a future job. In conjunction with the chapter's Career Management Seminars and Career Development Workshops, the Job Search Group focuses on providing:

PM Insights Foster City Virtual Meeting: Applying Document & Debate Culture to Projects

PMISV Toastmasters Meeting

PM Breakfast Meeting - Dublin - October 2020

When: 30 October 2020 7:30 am - 9:00 am Where: Virtual Meeting (Registrants will receive joining details from Meeting Leader) Description: Monthly the chapter holds seven geographically dispersed (Project Management) PM Breakfast Meetings in San Francisco’s Peninsula, South Bay and East Bay. Each of these is a small gathering (10 to 15) project managers for a discussion of the current PM environment, sharing of information, and brainstorming of current challenges. The meeting's agenda is the topics brought by the attendees. Every meeting is facilitated by a chapter volunteer.