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Welcome to the Fort Worth PMI Chapter Network—a hub for Project Management enthusiasts across the metroplex! We’re a vibrant mix of PM professionals who are all about connecting, sharing, and learning, both online and in-person. Our group hosts a variety of social gatherings, from morning coffee meetups to engaging dinner discussions, tailored specifically for individuals passionate about project management. Whether you're looking to share insights, explore new methodologies, or simply enjoy good company, we've got something for everyone. Join us for our next event to network, exchange ideas, and add a few more friends to your professional circle. Don't miss out on social events designed to bring Project Managers together. See you there!
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•OnlineFWPMI Toastmasters Club
Online## Details
Are you looking for ways to improve your communication effectiveness? Does the thought of public speaking have you quaking in your shoes? You're not alone, but you can learn the tools required to become an effective and engaging speaker.
Communication and leadership skills are critical to your professional (and personal) success. Toastmasters International is the world's leading not-for-profit educational organization. Its primary purpose is to provide an atmosphere that promotes growth and development in two primary areas: communication and leadership - skills that are essential for every project management practitioner.
The Fort Worth Project Management (FW PM) Toastmasters club is for members of the FW PMI and Dallas PMI chapters. It provides a fun and safe venue to improve these core competencies. We focus on project management topics, and these meetings qualify for 1 PDU.- When: Meetings are held the first and third Tuesdays of each month.
- Where: Meetings will be virtual via Zoom. (Please register for Zoom link.)
- Cost: There is no cost for visitors to attend this meeting. Membership fees apply.
- Questions and registration: If you'd like more information, please go to http://fwpmtoastmasters.com/ and/or the club toastmaster site.
2 attendees
FWPMI Dinner Meeting: Navigating Project Management Certification & Education
Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Drive, Hurst, TX, USREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT HERE
**Please remember that all events must be registered and paid for using the link above.**### Agenda
6:00-6:30 pm - Networking and Dinner
6:30-6:45 pm - Chapter Announcements
6:45-7:45 pm - Speaker Presentation and Q&A
7:45-8:00 pm - Closing Activities### Presentation Overview:
Topic: Navigating Project Management Certification & Education: Insights from Regional Experts
As the field of project management evolves, continuing education and upskilling are more vital than ever for professional growth. This timely panel brings together three distinguished leaders to help you map your next steps in certification and training:Sharron Frohner
With extensive leadership in project management and people development, Sharron will break down the value of PMP (Project Management Professional) and CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) certifications. Her segment will clarify the application process, eligibility requirements, exam strategies, and how these credentials open doors for both early-career and experienced PM professionals.Blake McMillan
Drawing on a successful track record delivering complex Agile programs, Blake will introduce the spectrum of Agile and Scrum certifications, what they mean for career progression, and where to start if you want to boost your adaptive delivery skills. He’ll dispel common myths, describe typical roles and responsibilities, and offer practical guidance on making Agile frameworks work in the real world.Dr. Michael Savoie
As a respected faculty member and director at UNT, Dr. Savoie will outline UNT’s suite of project management coursework with a special focus on Lean Six Sigma. He’ll discuss the unique advantages of university-backed PM education and how Lean methodologies are shaping the future of operational excellence. Expect insights into program structure, course options, and how to pair academic learning with industry-recognized certifications.Who Should Attend?
- New and aspiring project managers exploring their credential path.
- Experienced PMs looking to diversify their skills or pursue advanced certifications.
- Professionals interested in Lean Six Sigma and university-based programs.
Takeaways:
- A clear understanding of PMI’s PMP and CAPM options
- Agile and Scrum certification demystified
- How to leverage Lean Six Sigma training for process improvement
- Tips on balancing work, study, and continuing education for career growth
Join us for this engaging discussion and have your questions answered by local experts invested in your success!
This meeting is $25.00 for Chapter Members and $35.00 for non-members. Dinner is included.
3 attendees
FWPMI Book Club (Wichita Falls)
8th Street Coffee House, 901 8th St, Wichita Falls, TX, USOverview:
There are many ways to improve your professional knowledge and skills. One way is to increase your knowledge by reading current and relevant project management and professional leadership books. We've created book clubs that are designed to be small discussion groups led by a facilitator.It's an informal group meeting for a Saturday morning where one person serves as the facilitator to guide and promote discussion. It is an excellent way to meet other project professionals and open a dialogue regarding trends and challenges experienced by those in project management roles.
And, earn PDUs!NOTE: It is not a requirement to be a member of PMI to join this book club meeting.
Current Book:
The Tyranny of Metrics - Kindle edition by Muller, Jerry Z.. Politics & Social Sciences Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.
How the obsession with quantifying human performance threatens business, medicine, education, government—and the quality of our lives
Today, organizations of all kinds are ruled by the belief that the path to success is quantifying human performance, publicizing the results, and dividing up the rewards based on the numbers. But in our zeal to instill the evaluation process with scientific rigor, we've gone from measuring performance to fixating on measuring itself—and this tyranny of metrics now threatens the quality of our organizations and lives. In this brief, accessible, and powerful book, Jerry Muller uncovers the damage metrics are causing and shows how we can begin to fix the problem. Filled with examples from business, medicine, education, government, and other fields, the book explains why paying for measured performance doesn't work, why surgical scorecards may increase deaths, and much more. But Muller also shows that, when used as a complement to judgment based on personal experience, metrics can be beneficial, and he includes an invaluable checklist of when and how to use them. The result is an essential corrective to a harmful trend that increasingly affects us all.
Agenda:
The facilitator will open the session and handle the meeting logistics. The group will rate and discuss the selected book.
Other book club business includes:
>Select the meeting facilitator for the next book (volunteer requested)
>Request a volunteer to write a review for the current book to be posted on the chapter website.
Want to learn more? See the Book Club webpage.
PDUs:
You can earn PDUs by simply reading the book. Under the new CCRS guidelines, reading is its own category ("Education - Read"). You can earn up to four (4) PDUs for reading the book selection. You will also earn two (2) "Informal Learning" PDUs for attending the meeting. One volunteer will earn an additional "Giving Back - Volunteering" PDU for writing a book review or (2) PDUs for facilitating the meeting.
The alignment to the Talent Triangle will vary based on the book selection. Please note that "Giving Back" PDUs has a maximum allowed per certification cycle.
Please note: Category limitations may apply.Questions:
If you have questions, please send an e-mail to pastpresident@fwpmi.org.3 attendees- •Online
FWPMI Toastmasters Club
Online## Details
Are you looking for ways to improve your communication effectiveness? Does the thought of public speaking have you quaking in your shoes? You're not alone, but you can learn the tools required to become an effective and engaging speaker.
Communication and leadership skills are critical to your professional (and personal) success. Toastmasters International is the world's leading not-for-profit educational organization. Its primary purpose is to provide an atmosphere that promotes growth and development in two primary areas: communication and leadership - skills that are essential for every project management practitioner.
The Fort Worth Project Management (FW PM) Toastmasters club is for members of the FW PMI and Dallas PMI chapters. It provides a fun and safe venue to improve these core competencies. We focus on project management topics, and these meetings qualify for 1 PDU.- When: Meetings are held the first and third Tuesdays of each month.
- Where: Meetings will be virtual via Zoom. (Please register for Zoom link.)
- Cost: There is no cost for visitors to attend this meeting. Membership fees apply.
- Questions and registration: If you'd like more information, please go to http://fwpmtoastmasters.com/ and/or the club toastmaster site.
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