FREE: PMI OAKLAND Virtual Roundtable: "Own Your Onboarding: Your First 90 Days"

The Oakland Virtual Roundtable is a monthly meeting that features a variety of speakers and topics chosen by YOU, our PMI members and community.

OVR meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month (excluding holidays, in which case the meeting will be rescheduled to the second Tuesday).

For certified PMs seeking PDU credit:

• PDUs: 1.5
• Register HERE– choose “Oakland Virtual Roundtable”

📅 Date: October 7, 2025

🕔 Time: 7:15 – 8:45 PM

📍 Location: Virtual

The October Oakland Virtual Roundtable will feature Kate BonDurant, who will present:

"Own Your Onboarding: How to Lead Your First 90 Days Like a Project Manager"

Most onboarding programs are treated like passive experiences — a calendar of meetings, a welcome packet, and a hope that everything will fall into place. But for project managers, the first 90 days aren’t just a ramp-up period — they’re your first high-stakes project.

In this talk, we’ll explore how to apply the principles of project ownership to your own onboarding. You’ll learn why orientation and onboarding are not the same thing, how to avoid the New Hire Trust Trap, and how to reframe your goals to build trust, credibility, and traction from day one.

We’ll cover how to align expectations with stakeholders (your manager and team), manage ambiguity, and self-scope your work before you're officially handed the reins. Whether you’re stepping into your first PM role or transitioning into a new organization, this session will show you how to approach your first 30/60/90 days with the same strategic thinking you bring to every project. |