
Kellye Franklin-Nelson, MBA
CEO/Leadership Coach & Consultant, Kellye Franklin LLC
Session Details
Beyond the Gantt Chart: Developing Business Acumen
Results-driven organizations expect project managers to do more than just deliver projects on time and within budget. To become truly impactful leaders, they must deeply understand how their projects contribute to business success. This requires developing strong business acumen—the ability to think strategically, interpret financial and industry data, and make decisions that align with organizational priorities.
In this dynamic presentation, attendees will explore how to elevate their project management approach by integrating business-focused strategies. You’ll learn how to identify and communicate the strategic value of your projects, use industry and financial insights to strengthen decision-making, and build stronger relationships with key stakeholders by speaking their language. By stepping beyond traditional project management frameworks, you’ll gain the tools to increase your influence, drive business outcomes, and position yourself as a trusted leader within your organization.
Whether you are an experienced project manager or an emerging leader, this presentation will provide actionable strategies to help you think beyond the Gantt chart and lead projects that create long-term organizational value.
Learning Objectives
Discover how to connect your projects to overarching business objectives and strategic priorities.
Gain practical knowledge of essential financial concepts to make data-informed decisions.
Learn how to effectively engage stakeholders by demonstrating the business impact of your projects.
About the Speaker
Kellye Franklin-Nelson is the trusted Leadership Coach and Consultant for ambitious, non-executive leaders determined to make an impact while designing the life they desire. With over two decades of leadership experience at Fortune 50 companies, Kellye has mastered managing multi-billion-dollar budgets, leading high-performing teams in business operations and program management and exceeding strategic objectives. Her unparalleled expertise and proven frameworks empower leaders to navigate challenges, thrive in their current roles, and prepare for intentional career growth.
Kellye’s coaching goes beyond professional development—she helps leaders align their personal and professional goals, fostering clarity, confidence, and fulfillment. Known for creating safe, transformative spaces, she is the guiding force behind countless success stories. Whether helping leaders elevate their influence or find harmony between life and career, Kellye is dedicated to unlocking their full potential.
Her mission is clear: to help evolving leaders transition from where they are to where they’re meant to be—leading with purpose, power, authenticity, and impact.