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State of the Chapter Message from the President Membership Stats Strategic Plan Progress Upcoming Events A Message From the President Hello PMI Central Ohio Chapter:   As we welcome the arrival of spring, I’m filled with excitement and anticipation for the new season ahead. Spring symbolizes renewal and growth and I’m eager to see the fresh ideas and initiatives that will blossom within our chapter. This month, we have a special occasion to celebrate: National Volunteer Week, which takes place from April 20th to April 26th. This is a wonderful opportunity for the PMI COC Board of Directors to recognize and express our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated volunteers in our chapter. Your selfless contributions have been instrumental in driving our projects forward and making a positive impact in our community. To all our volunteers, thank you for your unwavering commitment and hard work. Your efforts are truly appreciated and we’re grateful for the time and energy you invest in our shared goals. I encourage everyone to consider pursuing volunteerism for causes that matter to you. Volunteering not only enriches the lives of those we help but also brings a sense of fulfillment and purpose to our own lives. Whether it's within our organization or in other areas of your life, your involvement can make a significant difference. Wishing you all a vibrant and inspiring spring season! Jenna Livingston Membership Stats: January - March 2025 The board recently performed an analysis of our Chapter's membership demographic data to gain a better understanding of our members, and to inform our planning for upcoming programs, events and services.  We are happy to share the following key points from this analysis:  We currently have nearly 1800 members. Our chapter membership has been growing at a rate of approximately 5% annually for the past 3 years.   Over 90% of our members live in Ohio, with a large concentration of members living in the central Ohio area, however, we have members living throughout Ohio. In addition, we have over 60 members that live outside the state of Ohio, representing nearly 20 different states, and several other countries.  The average age of our members is 49 years old, with an average chapter membership duration of 9 years. Our youngest member is 18; our oldest member is 79. Our members work for many of the companies in Central Ohio, and work in all industries including Technology, Finance, Government, Healthcare, Higher Education, Energy, Manufacturing, and Construction. Approximately 1200 (70%) of our members hold PMI certifications, with over 130 members holding more than one certification. Over 1130 members hold the PMP. Our younger members are more likely to hold the CAPM certification if they hold any PMI certification.  Nearly 45% of our members have been with the chapter for 5 years or less. On average we have approximately 35 New Members join the chapter every month, but we lose almost as many.   From this analysis and other inputs we know that our younger and newer members are most interested in obtaining certifications, receiving career guidance and development and networking, whereas our mid-career members are mostly interested in professional development, networking and earning PDUs to maintain their certifications.  Our late-career members are interested in opportunities to give back to the chapter and to the profession through volunteering and mentoring.  The board plans to use this information to offer a variety of programs and services going forward. Looking Ahead: Monthly Themes that Reflect Our Values As part of our effort to bring meaningful engagement and connection to our members, we’re excited to introduce monthly themes that spotlight important causes, celebrations, and community values. These themes are designed to align with PMI’s Core Values, while offering timely opportunities for members to engage, learn, and make an impact.   Each month, we'll focus on a different theme that ties into programming, events, and communications—helping us celebrate what makes our community strong.   Q2 Monthly Themes & PMI Core Values: April – Volunteering Aligned with PMI Core Value: “Together We Can” We believe in the power of collaboration and community. Volunteering brings us together to drive meaningful change. May – Military Appreciation & Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Aligned with PMI Core Value: “Be Welcoming” We celebrate diversity and create inclusive environments where all voices are heard and valued. June – National Safety Month Aligned with PMI Core Value: “Embrace Curiosity” We encourage lifelong learning, exploration, and innovation—even in areas like safety, where awareness can lead to progress. Spotlight on April: Volunteering | "Together We Can"   This month, we’re shining a light on one of the cornerstones of PMI and our chapter—volunteering. Our April theme, "Together We Can", aligns with the PMI Core Value of Collaboration and Community. It celebrates the incredible impact our members make when they give their time, skills, and energy to support each other and advance the project management profession.   Whether you're mentoring, helping at events, serving on a committee, or contributing behind the scenes—your efforts help shape the future of our chapter. Volunteering is not just about giving back; it’s also a powerful way to grow your network, develop new skills, and find purpose through service.   National Volunteer Week: April 20-26 Join us in recognizing the amazing contributions of volunteers and all of the work that is making a global difference during this special week! It is the perfect time to make your impact count by logging your volunteer hours for Hours for Impact. Hours for Impact is a PMI global initiative that encourages members to log their volunteer hours in support of causes aligned with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). From mentoring and community service to chapter engagement and project work that supports local nonprofits—every hour counts. By logging your volunteer time, you’re not only celebrating the spirit of service—you’re joining a worldwide movement of project professionals creating real, measurable change.   How It Works: Volunteer your time in any way that contributes to a better world—big or small. Log your hours on PMI’s Hours for Impact page. See the impact grow, as your efforts contribute to a global total. Why It Matters: Showcases the power of project managers to drive meaningful change Amplifies the impact of your time and effort Inspires others to get involved and give back Whether you’re helping with a local event, mentoring an aspiring PM, or supporting a nonprofit, your hours can inspire action and demonstrate what’s possible when project leaders lead with purpose. Ready to make your impact? Start logging your hours today: pmi.org/hours-for-impact Strategic Imperatives Progress: The GOLDEN Framework in Action We believe strategy comes to life through action and we’re proud to share how we’ve been making progress on the strategic imperatives using the GOLDEN framework. G – Global  | We’re embracing opportunities to collaborate beyond our chapter: Deborah Ducmanas, Past-President, was appointed to North America Advisory Group for the PMI New Membership Model —strengthening our chapter's voice at the global table. Chapter Partnerships: We’ve continued exploring sponsorship opportunities to partner with local colleges & universities - details coming soon! Global Connections: Deepening our connection with fellow Region 4 Chapters through Board Members' attendance at the upcoming PMI Southwest Ohio Gala. Fostering inter-chapter relationships by planning for member connections at PMI Global Summit 2025 & LIM 2025 PMI:Next & Values in Action: We're aligning monthly themes with PMI’s values—like January’s "Together We Can" and March’s "Be Welcoming", and actively participating in evolving discussions around PMI’s new membership model. O – Onset  | We’ve welcomed new faces and highlighted inspiring contributors: Member Recognition: Kicked off new Quarterly Member Recognition of newly acquired certifications & certification spotlights. Volunteer Spotlight: Lixmar Minier's story inspired us all—one of many volunteers making a difference. Read her Volunteer Spotlight below. New Roles: Several new volunteers have stepped into leadership and support roles across our committees. Get Involved: Open volunteer roles are posted regularly on our Volunteer Engagement Platform (VEP). Now’s a great time to plug in! L – Leadership  | We're growing the next generation of leaders through mentoring and involvement: Mentorship Program Launch: Our pilot program kicked off strong with numerous mentors and mentees, creating meaningful one-on-one connections. Leadership Opportunities: Interested in joining the board or volunteer team? We encourage members to learn more about roles up for election this year! D – Discover | We’ve deepened our understanding of our members and community: Membership Demographics Review: We conducted a detailed analysis of who our members are—see the highlights in this issue. Recent Events: From the New Member Networking Night to International Women in Project Management Day, we've hosted events that connect, educate, and inspire. E – Engage | Our programs continue to support professional growth and community building: Certification Study Groups: Led by Joyce Lok, our groups are helping members prepare for exams and grow their careers. Community Outreach: Further defined program objectives for the community outreach areas of Military Engagement and Construction Sector Connections. Stay tuned for more opportunities to connect within your industry! N – Nurture | We're building relationships and recognizing those who make our chapter stronger: Networking Night at Forbidden Root: A great turnout and great conversations! Q1 2025 Volunteer Spotlight   We're excited to kick off the year by recognizing a dedicated volunteer, Lixmar, whose passion, commitment, and impact has made a meaningful difference in our chapter. The Q1 2025 Volunteer Spotlight honors an individual who has gone above and beyond to support our mission, inspire others, and contribute to the success of our initiatives. Lixmar joined our Member Services team in early 2024 and immediately became very involved as our Membership Services Data and Analysis Specialist.   Lixmar provides in-depth analysis and reporting on our membership numbers, demographics and trends, and supports our monthly membership recognition communication processes.  In addition, she attends every one of our in-person events, providing logistical support and helping to make the event a success.  She is also very involved in the PMI Latin America Chapter and is now starting to volunteer directly with PMI Global.    She always has a smile on her face. We appreciate all that Lixmar brings to our chapter and are very happy to recognize her in this Spotlight!   Work industry/ Job title Oil and Gas / Design Engineer   PMICOC committee/position Membership Services Data and Analysis   Years served on this committee/role 8 months   What motivated you to volunteer with PMICOC? I have been a volunteer with PMI since 2023, starting with PMI Latam, where I gained enriching personal and professional experiences. Moving to the Central Ohio Chapter's area of action, I joined PMICOC to further expand my volunteer opportunities. My motivation to volunteer with PMICOC is driven by the opportunity to continue my professional development, contribute to the local project management community, and build valuable connections within the Central Ohio area.   What makes this volunteer experience a meaningful use of your time? This volunteer experience is meaningful because it allows me to contribute to the project management community while simultaneously gaining valuable knowledge and contacts. I was particularly drawn to the opportunity to learn new concepts and approaches and explore diverse project management methodologies.   What is the biggest personal benefit you receive as a volunteer with PMICOC? The biggest personal benefit is the expansion of my network, leading to job opportunities and professional development. My volunteering journey with PMICOC has been a transformative experience, allowing me to grow professionally, connect with inspiring individuals, and contribute to meaningful projects. The support and opportunities provided by PMICOC have been invaluable, and I encourage others to embrace the rewarding experience of volunteering.   Tell us a fun fact about yourself? I'm a global citizen when it comes to project management, I actively volunteer with both PMI Latam and PMI North America, connecting with passionate professionals across the Americas and learning about diverse project management approaches.   Your favorite mantra or quote? “You must do the thing you think you cannot do” by Eleanor Roosevelt Other Ways to Get Involved: Volunteering Opportunities Get involved with PMICOC and make an impact by volunteering—whether you're looking to develop leadership skills, expand your network, or give back to the project management community. Visit the Volunteer Engagement Platform (VEP) for current opportunities or reach out to info@pmicoc.org to find the perfect fit for your skills and interests!

State of the Chapter Message from the President Paving the Path to Another 50 GOLDEN Years Membership Highlights Upcoming Events A Message From the President Hello PMI Central Ohio Chapter: How did January feel like a zillion years long and now February has just flown by?! Anyone else…or is it just me? 😊 As we continue through 2025 I would like to send a heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every one of you for your membership and engagement. You are the reason our chapter exists; our strategic plan for 2025 is being designed to support, encourage and empower you. The PMICOC board and I are working hard to finalize our strategic plan, and we wanted to give you a sneak peek below. This year, we’re focused on listening to your needs, building out action plans to serve you in innovative ways and ensuring a strong alignment back to PMI Global in everything we do. I’m looking forward to serving you as president and please know that my door is always open for a meeting, an email exchange or a chat on LinkedIn! Thanks again for all you do to make our chapter great, Jenna Livingston Paving the Path to Another 50 GOLDEN Years Guided by our three strategic imperatives—Member Engagement & Value Creation, Volunteer Development & Leadership Growth, and Global Alignment & Integration—the GOLDEN framework brings our strategy to life. We are committed to Global alignment with PMI initiatives, ensuring our chapter stays connected to the broader vision. We enhance the Onset experience for new members and volunteers, fostering seamless integration into our community. Through Leadership development and Discovery of member needs, we cultivate a strong, engaged, and informed membership. By Engaging members in meaningful interactions and Nurturing a sense of belonging, we drive lasting value, growth, and alignment across all chapter activities. ProjectBites LIVE! | PMICOC Discover a transformative approach to the PMO's role that spans the entire strategy lifecycle, aligning goals, execution, and value realization. Learn actionable steps to accelerate the delivery of your organization's strategy & create measurable business impact that leaders will recognize & reward. Membership Networking Night | PMICOC Join us at Forbidden Root for our first networking night of 2025. Meet the chapter board and other members while networking with PM's from around the area. Enjoy light snacks and beverages throughout the evening. Transforming Project Outcomes: The PILL Framework Learn how the Project Integrated Lessons Learned (PILL) Framework can revolutionize your project outcomes. This session introduces an evidence based, systematic approach to capturing, analyzing & applying lessons learned, ensuring continuous improvement & success in delivery. PMXPO 2025 Unlock the skills and insights that empower you to drive meaningful change in your projects and our world. This free virtual event provides new and experienced Project Professionals the opportunity to explore our groundbreaking resources, earn PDUs, and discover how the project profession is making. New Member Recognitions Coming Soon! We will soon begin featuring our members achieving major milestones like new certifications earned. Stay tuned to our bi-weekly bulletins and newsletters for more. Other Ways to Get Involved: Volunteering Opportunities Get involved with PMICOC and make an impact by volunteering—whether you're looking to develop leadership skills, expand your network, or give back to the project management community. Visit the Volunteer Engagement Platform (VEP) for current opportunities or reach out to info@pmicoc.org to find the perfect fit for your skills and interests! Join the Chapter Mentorship Program-Pilot The PMICOC Mentorship Program is a six-month initiative designed to foster meaningful, one-on-one mentoring relationships that empower both mentors and mentees. By connecting emerging project professionals with experienced leaders, the program enhances career growth, expands professional networks, and strengthens chapter engagement.

PDD Registration Winners Announced Upcoming Events Member Recognition: New Certifications Certification Spotlight: PMI-PMOCP Get Involved: Open Volunteer Leadership Roles Global Pulse: What's New at PMI Congrats to the 2025 PDD Registration Winners We're excited to announce the winners of the paid registration to the 2025 Professional Development Day, a special event celebrating the 50th anniversary of our chapter! One winner was selected during the 2024 Annual Membership Meeting, and the other was randomly chosen from those who completed their Chapter Engagement Survey. 2024 Annual Membership Meeting Winner: Christian Hootman 2024 Chapter Engagement Survey Winner: Robert Rappier We can't wait to celebrate this milestone event with each one of you. Stay tuned for more ways that you could become a winner throughout the year. Celebrating Our Members! Please join us in congratulating our newest members on achieving their certifications! This milestone is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Let’s celebrate their success and continue supporting each other as we grow together! Congratulations to all! Certification Spotlight Introducing a new section in our newsletter where we’ll spotlight different certifications. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the diverse certifications available within PMI and the valuable skills they represent. Whether you're considering a new certification or looking to expand your knowledge, this feature will provide insights and inspiration. Stay tuned as we showcase the hard work and dedication of our certified members! As a chapter, we're excited to introduce you to PMI's newest certification focused specifically on PMO professionals. This certification was launched globally in February 2025 and represents an important addition to PMI's certification portfolio. The PMI-PMOCP certifies your expertise in leading and shaping Project Management Offices (PMOs), demonstrating your ability to drive strategic value. It shows you understand the unique needs, challenges, and culture of each organization in crafting an optimal PMO structure. This is not just another project management certification—it specifically validates your ability to create, lead, and support effective PMOs. The exam tests your knowledge across six key domains, with the heaviest focus on strategic elements, design, and effectiveness. This is the first PMI certification specifically targeting PMO professionals, filling a gap between project-level certifications and organizational strategy. The certification is ISO-accredited and based on extensive research with PMO practitioners worldwide. One of our own PMI Central Ohio members recently earned this certification - join us in congratulating them on this amazing achievement. Exciting Volunteer Leadership Opportunities We’re currently looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to step into open volunteer leadership roles within PMICOC. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact, grow your leadership skills, get exposure to what the Board positions entail, and contribute to the success of our chapter. We will have multiple Board roles up for elections later this year too. If you're interested in taking on a leadership position and helping shape the future of PMICOC, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in making a difference—reach out today to learn more about available roles! Current Postings: Contact: Bruce Halley, Director-at-large1@pmicoc.org Application Deadline: March 31   The VP of Professional Development Programs & Events is responsible for organizing and delivering monthly virtual and in-person professional development programs and events to benefit the chapter members. Contact: Kelsey Ward, Director-at-large2@pmicoc.org VEP Post Coming Soon This position assists in collecting, organizing, composing and distributing the chapter email communications. These include biweekly bulletin, quarterly newsletters, membership emails, and event-specific needs. Contact: Kelsey Ward, Director-at-large2@pmicoc.org VEP Post Coming Soon The Web Content Manager is responsible for maintaining edits to the chapter website. This role will ensure all info is accurate, up-to-date, engaging, user-friendly and aligned with the chapter branding goals. Other Ways to Get Involved: Volunteering Opportunities Get involved with PMICOC and make an impact by volunteering—whether you're looking to develop leadership skills, expand your network, or give back to the project management community. Visit the Volunteer Engagement Platform (VEP) for current opportunities or reach out to info@pmicoc.org to find the perfect fit for your skills and interests! Global Pulse: What’s New at PMI Bringing you the latest news from PMI Global, highlighting key PMI Global initiatives, thought leadership, and resources to help you stay informed and connected with the broader PMI community. Stay informed on initiatives, new programs, and ways to engage with PMI through your membership. The Shift Code™ Podcast  Step into the C-Suite with PMI CEO Pierre Le Manh to hear candid conversations with top leaders dedicated to driving successful organizational transformation through leadership, change management and real-world impact. Academic Scholarship Applications are Open Each year, PMI invests in student success by funding scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study in project management or project management-related fields of study. How To Apply For PMI Scholarships: Review Scholarship Application Guidelines & FAQs Prepare materials for your application Submit application through Submittable between 1 March 2025 and 1 May 2025 Nominations are Open for the PMI Awards 2025 We know you’ve seen greatness-now help celebrate it. Nominations for the PMI Awards 2025 are open through 18 April, and there’s a category for just about every kind of game-changer. Rising leaders. Impactful projects. Community shapers. Lifelong legends. 🔗 Check out all the categories and get nominating Introducing CPMAI™ Training & Certification Designed for Project Professionals, data experts, technologists, and business leaders, Cognitive Project Management in AI™ v7 offers a structured, vendor-neutral approach to managing AI initiatives successfully. 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Dear PMI Central Ohio Chapter Members, As I conclude my term as President of the Central Ohio PMI Chapter, I want to take a moment to reflect on our shared achievements and express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for your support, dedication, and collaboration throughout this incredible journey. It has been an honor to serve in this role, and I am immensely proud of what we’ve accomplished together during my tenure. Our chapter has always been about more than just meetings and events – it's about building a strong community of professionals who are passionate about project management and helping each other grow. I truly believe that we have done just that, and I want to share some of the key highlights from our work over the past few years. Community is much More than belonging to something; It’s about doing something together that makes belonging matter. ~ Brian Solis Key Accomplishments During My Tenure: 1. Membership Growth & Engagement:  When I took on the role of President, one of our main priorities was increasing membership and fostering engagement across the board. I am pleased to share that we’ve seen a notable increase in our membership numbers, reflecting the value and relevance of our chapter in the region. We’ve worked hard to reach a wider audience, including younger professionals and individuals from diverse industries, and have expanded our efforts to engage both existing and new members. We launched more dynamic communication initiatives through our newsletter and social media platforms, ensuring everyone stays informed and connected to the activities that matter most. 2. Professional Development Programs:  Another significant focus of our time together has been professional development. Through workshops, webinars, and PMI certification prep courses, we’ve offered robust learning opportunities that help our members advance in their careers. Whether it was improving your skills or networking, we’ve worked diligently to equip our members with the tools they need to succeed. 3. Advocacy & Community Outreach:  I’m also incredibly proud of the work we’ve done in promoting PMI as a thought leader in project management. From hosting successful conferences to facilitating knowledge-sharing events, our chapter has played an active role in advancing the field. Additionally, we’ve supported initiatives that advocate for best practices in project management, further solidifying our reputation as a resource for both professionals and the broader community. 4. Technology & Innovation:  As we all know, technology is transforming every industry, and the project management field is no exception. During my time as president, we embraced new technology to streamline our operations and improve member experiences. We revamped our website to make it more user-friendly, enhanced our event registration system, and upgraded our virtual event capabilities to ensure that our members, regardless of location, could continue to participate in chapter activities. 5. Financial Stewardship:  Managing our chapter’s financial health was a priority during my time as president, and I’m proud to report that we’ve maintained a solid financial position. Through careful budgeting and securing valuable sponsorships, we were able to fund numerous initiatives while keeping costs affordable for our members. This has provided a strong foundation for the continued success of the chapter. 6. Leadership Development:  One of the most rewarding aspects of my presidency has been working closely with our volunteer leaders. I am confident that the next generation of leaders within our chapter will continue to drive the mission of PMI forward and keep this chapter growing. Small Acts, when multiplied by millions of people can transform the world  ~ Howard Zenn  Acknowledgments and Thanks: None of these achievements would have been possible without the hard work and dedication of the countless volunteers, board members, and sponsors who have supported the chapter. Thank you to the leadership team for your tireless efforts and to the volunteers who’ve given their time and energy to make our events and programs successful. Your commitment has been vital to everything we’ve done. To the chapter’s members, thank you for your participation, enthusiasm, and feedback. You are the heart of this chapter, and I have deeply appreciated the opportunity to serve you all. Gratitude is the memory of the heart ~ Jean Baptiste Massieve Looking Ahead: As I step down, I have complete confidence in the future of the Central Ohio PMI Chapter. The incoming president and leadership team are incredibly talented and capable, and I know they will continue to build on the foundation we’ve laid. I encourage you to stay involved, continue to grow, and take full advantage of the amazing opportunities that lie ahead for all of us in the project management community. There are exciting initiatives on the horizon, and I have no doubt that our chapter will continue to thrive and evolve to meet the needs of our members. Be the change you want to see in the world  ~Mahatma Gandhi Closing: Thank you, once again, for the incredible honor of allowing me to serve as your president. I have learned so much from each of you, and I look forward to seeing all that the Central Ohio PMI Chapter will accomplish in the future. It has been a privilege to be a part of such a dynamic and passionate community, and I am excited to continue supporting the chapter as your Past President in 2025. Warm regards, Deborah Ducmanas Past President, PMI Central Ohio Chapter   Hello PMI COC members and Happy New Year!   It’s been awesome to be a part of the PMI family since 2015. Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the opportunity to obtain my PMP, join the PMI COC as an Outreach Committee member, serve as the VP of Outreach and, for the past two years, serve as President-elect of the PMI COC board of directors. I can’t believe that I have the opportunity to be our chapter president during PMI COC’s 50th anniversary this year—what an honor! I’ve leaned so much from our past chapter presidents, especially Stephanie Monroe and Deb Ducmanas. They have paved the way for us to continue as a successful and impactful chapter for many years to come.   It’s been a joy to meet many of you during chapter events and I’m looking forward to seeing even more of you this year. You—our amazing members--are what make this chapter strong. We couldn’t make the amount of impact on our communities without your volunteerism, engagement and support. It’s my goal as president over the next two years to serve you and our communities in new and innovative ways. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me on LinkedIn with your feedback and ideas!   Thanks, Jenna Livingston President, PMI Central Ohio Chapter

Hello, Central Ohio Chapter Members! As we close out another impactful year, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on our journey together and celebrate the incredible strides we’ve made as a chapter. This year has been full of growth, resilience, and commitment to our community, thanks to each of you—our members, our volunteers, and our board. Get Ready to Volunteer! "Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much." — Helen Keller Thanks to everyone who has generously given their time this year. Volunteering is at the heart of our chapter, and as we look ahead to a new year, I encourage each of you to think about how you can make an impact. Whether it’s helping organize an event, lending a hand at one of our outreach programs, or joining us as part of our social media team—your contributions make all the difference! Visit the Volunteer Engagement Platform to find opportunities that suit your interests. Let’s make 2024 a year of extraordinary teamwork! Reflecting on 2024 Achievements Before we welcome the new year, let’s celebrate some of the remarkable accomplishments of our chapter: Record-Breaking PDD:  We had high attendance and exceptional reviews from our 2023 Professional Development Day. Thank you to all who attended, spoke, and volunteered! Expanded Networking Events:  From monthly member meetings to special industry sessions, 2023 offered more chances than ever to connect and grow. Diverse Speaker Lineup:  This year, we celebrated variety in our event topics and speakers, making for a richer, more inclusive community experience. New Initiatives:  From PMI-CP certification programs to the return of on-demand PDUs with ProjectBites, we’re staying ahead in the world of project management. Engaged Membership:  Our social media, newsletters, and outreach efforts have blossomed, with higher engagement across platforms—making it easier for members to stay in the loop. We also made strides in aligning with PMI Global initiatives, with PMICOC team members engaged in the PMI Project Success Team, an invaluable program aimed at defining the key elements of project success. As we continue developing our chapter’s future, we are also planning forward-looking initiatives such as our student mentorship pilot, launched this year, and we’re working with key community partners to extend our outreach efforts and expand our chapter's influence. Our progress this year has been made possible by the hard work and dedication of our board, committees, and countless volunteers. Your passion and commitment to advancing our chapter and profession are truly inspiring. Together, we’ve deepened our operational efficiency, expanded access to professional development resources, and redefined the volunteer experience. To all who’ve contributed your time and talent, I extend my heartfelt thanks. Exciting Plans for 2025 We’re just getting started! The upcoming year is packed with initiatives designed to support your growth and enhance our chapter community: More In-Person Events : Look out for even more opportunities to network and earn PDUs. Enhanced Outreach Programs : Join us for in-person Hours for Impact, where we’ll come together to support our local communities. Expanded Social Media Presence : Stay tuned as we explore new platforms like TikTok and YouTube to keep the community engaged and connected. Early PDD Planning : We’re already in the planning stages for our 2024 PDD, aiming to make it even better than before. Stay tuned for the call for speakers! "The best way to predict the future is to create it." — Peter Drucker As we move forward, I encourage all of you to stay engaged and active within PMICOC. We have exciting plans on the horizon, including our 50th-anniversary celebration next year—a true milestone we hope to share with all of you. We look forward to your continued involvement, support, and insights as we prepare for an even brighter future. I have proudly said that I am the Central Ohio PMI President for these last 2 years and I am hoping you as our community that has embraced me and our board have felt the changes, we have done for each of you. I hope all of you, when you receive your PMI survey will fill it out and allow this team to know what a GREAT Job, they have done for you. I would love for this Chapter, to be the Chapter of the year for your 50th anniversary in 2025. It would be just the icing on the cake as I step over to the PAST President position next year. Thank you to every board member, volunteer, and chapter member for making 2024 a year to remember. I look forward to building an inspiring and impactful 2025 with each of you! As we close out this incredible year, I hope this message finds each of you in the excitement of the season with you and your family . 2024 has flown by, and I'm thrilled to share what’s on the horizon as we gear up for a brand new year with a wonderful new President, Jenna Livingston.
Connect with Us! Become a part of our online family! Follow us on our platforms for the latest on events, news, and chapter updates. Facebook : PMI Central Ohio Chapter | Columbus OH Instagram : PMI Central Ohio Chapter LinkedIn: PMI Central Ohio Chapter LinkedIn : Project Manager Network of Central Ohio – Sponsored by PMI COC Twitter : PMI Central Ohio (@PMICOC)   Sincerely, Deborah Ducmanas, PMP President, PMI Central Ohio Chapter

President Q3 Message   Welcome to Fall to all of our Central Ohio Chapter Members,   I do not know about you, but summer went so quick for me. I would love roll it back for a moment. As we move into the last quarter of the year, I want to say I am feeling so Grateful for the PMI Board, PMI Volunteers and the Central Ohio Chapter Members. I am so very proud of our chapter and I am looking forward to talking about all of you as we are at Global and also at LIM this year, and completely beaming, as I know I am a part of the BEST chapter in the US and World. The Board and the Volunteers are working so hard for you to have the most wonderful PDD coming up November 8, 2024.   So as you prepare for the spooky season of Halloween coming next month make sure you are preparing to learn and enjoy hanging out with us the following week. Come have fun in your PM community. I love getting to know each and every one of you.   We have some AMAZING Speakers this year’s Keynotes are fantastic. Make sure to get there early and get some amazing Swag from us.   What is more fun than coming together as a PM community learning and laughing on a Friday!    Remember to not wait too long to buy your PDD tickets. We Sell Out every year!  It is still early bird pricing. I have attached the link for your convenience 2024 PDD | PMICOC     Member Focus The Third Quarter we have been focused on doing a lot of events. Please make sure you check your calendars. We have a lunch and learn in September and three additional events for October. Please bring a friend to one of our exciting and creative events, maybe they would like to be a part of the Central Ohio Chapter! I loved seeing so many members at our most recent AI event in New Albany!   The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.                                   ~Phil Jackson   Global Summit I will be attending the Global summit other Board Members in September in LA, CA, and I am so excited to represent the Central Ohio Chapter. I am also can’t wait to learn more from other Chapters that maybe we can use for our own chapter.   2024 Board & Election   We have elections coming up make sure to vote!     Be Come Our Friends! We have several social media platforms to keep you updated on our Chapter's events and share latest details with you. Below you will find our groups. Become our friends and stay in touch with us:   Facebook: PMI Central Ohio Chapter | Columbus OH | Facebook Instagram: PMI Central Ohio Chapter LinkedIn: (18) Project Manager Network of Central Ohio – Sponsored by PMI COC | Groups | LinkedIn Twitter - PMI Central Ohio (@PMICOC) / Twitter Outreach Come be a part of our Outreach team. We are always looking for Project Managers to help our non-Profits and go and forecast some hours that can help your favorite cause or community. See the link below    Pledge Your Hours for Impact | Hours for Impact ( pmi.org )   Volunteers don’t get paid not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.                                      ~ Sherry Anderson        Thank you to the Board and all our Volunteers I want to personally THANK every Board Member and all of our wonderful Volunteers for all their time and hard work. COC Board ·        Maria McGuire – Secretary ·        Jenna Livingston – President Elect ·        Steven Sicilian – Treasure ·        Kelsey Ward – Director At Large ·        Bruce Halley – Director At Large     Sincerely,   Deborah Ducmanas, PMP Central Ohio PMI Chapter President

Welcome to Spring Central Ohio Chapter Members! I hope this message finds you all in good spirits and high anticipation for the exciting quarter ahead.  I am thrilled to share some noteworthy updates and dynamic initiatives that continue to propel our chapter to new heights.                                  Military Liaison Program   With the relaunch of PMI’s Military Liaison program, PMICOC’s own Doug Hamon is diving into ways to reaffirm our commitment to supporting our military community and fostering cross-regional collaboration. Additionally, with the introduction of the innovative Construction Ambassador program, Luke Wadsworth is representing our chapter to strengthen our connections within the construction industry. Together, we're forging stronger bonds within our community and PMI Global as we expand our reach like never before. Thank you for your Service       Planning for our much-anticipated Professional Development Day is well underway, and this year promises to deliver like no other! Registration is slated to open in June/July so stay tuned for more details. The team has compiled fresh new ways to partner with PMICOC through customizable sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities. If interested, please reach out to info@pmicoc.org  for details. Be Come Our Friends! We have several social media platforms to keep you updated on our Chapter's events and share latest details with you. Below you will find our groups. Become our friends and stay in touch with us:   Facebook: PMI Central Ohio Chapter | Columbus OH | Facebook Instagram: PMI Central Ohio Chapter LinkedIn: (18) Project Manager Network of Central Ohio – Sponsored by PMI COC | Groups | LinkedIn Twitter - PMI Central Ohio (@PMICOC) / Twitter   There could be no definition of a successful life that does not include service to others.   President George H.W. Bush Outreach Excitement is palpable as we welcome George Rapp as our new Vice President of Outreach, setting the stage for even greater impact in the months to come. George's expertise and dedication through our Outreach team over the years will play a pivotal role in advancing our initiatives. June 1 we will be doing in person hours for impact to help our community. Get all the details here. Hours of Impact Day - Sunrise Sanctuary | Site_Ver1.0 ( pmicoc.org ) We also are looking for some new members for outreach please look on the Volunteer Engagement Platform. See the link below: https://volunteer.pmi.org   In general, I pled with everyone to be a part of the Central Ohio Chapter sign up for hours for impact. This is a forecast on what you think you will be able to do for the year of 2024 to make your community a better place.   Below if the web page to be able to check it out.   Pledge Your Hours for Impact | Hours for Impact ( pmi.org )   In Closing…  We are all hard at work to continue to deliver on our strategic objectives for this year and the momentum is building. Buckle up and get ready to be part of something truly extraordinary as we chart a course toward progress, innovation, and collective success!     If a Strategy Meets a Goal: It’s Working. If a Strategy Meets a Target: It’s a Success. Michael Porter   Thank you to the Board and Volunteers I want to personally THANK every Board Member and Volunteer for all their time and hard work. COC Board ·        Maria McGuire – Secretary ·        Jenna Livingston – President Elect ·        Steven Sicilian – Treasure ·        Kelsey Ward – Director At Large ·        Bruce Halley – Director At Large       Sincerely,   Deborah Ducmanas PMPCentral Ohio PMI Chapter President

President Q1 Message   Welcome to 2024 Central Ohio Chapter Members! I hope you are all staying warm or getting away to a warm place for a week or two.   Wow did 2023 GO FAST! I feel like I just began my Presidential journey with you and here I am in my finial year as your President!   I am looking forward to an AMAZING 2024 with all of you!   VOLUNTEER! Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can. Arthur Ashe I want to Thank everyone who has so far volunteered. We are reviewing our Organization Chart and will be posting all the open Volunteer Positions, for you in order to allow you to pick what you would like to do.  They will be posted on the Volunteer Engagement Platform (see link in the outreach area of this newsletter). We will let you know when they are posted. For those that are thinking about volunteering please also review those post and if there is something you do not find, let us know what you might be interested in. We need Volunteers for everything – maybe it is just volunteering for one event or being our IT Guru and we have everything in between.  We can never have too many volunteers. We also currently have posting for our Outreach Team on the Volunteer Engagement Platform. We are excited to build a strong team and board so it has a lot of depth for the future growth of the Central Ohio Chapter. I hope you will be apart of it.   The biggest Happiness is when at the end of the year you feel better than at the beginning.   Henry David Thoreau   I would like to do a year in review a call out some of the amazing things your Board and Volunteers did in 2023. -      PDD was scored very high in attendance, speakers and overall review was very well received -      PMI COC had more networking events then in the years past -      PMI COC had 13 member meetings throughout the year -      PMI COC had more diversity in speakers and topics -      PMI COC introduced the latest PMI certification – PMI-CP with PMI Global -      PMI COC Leadership worked with several other chapters (nationally and internationally) to help us set up new ways of working and finding out the latest items their chapters are rolling out  -      PMI COC started updating the website -      PMI COC brought in on demand PDU with ProjectBites -      PMI COC had a high level of forecast in the Hours for Impact -      PMI COC brought back online all our social media formats and increased our engagement -      PMI COC not only got more consistent with our newsletters, but we updated the format making it easier to view -      PMI COC started posting Job Opportunities in our newsletters -      Plus Much More…         Member Focus The PMI COC will continue to be driven by being of value to all members. In 2024 the PMI COC will be working on the following: -      More in person meetings -      More available PDU -      Quarterly networking events   -      PMI COC board will continue to work with other PM communities -      PMI COC will drive more Hours for impact as a team -      PMI COC will be planning PDD even earlier this year o   PDD call for speakers will be posted soon -      PMI COC will be working with other partners to promote certification training -      PMI COC will send welcome letters and certification congratulation and anniversary letters -      PMI COC will continue to work on the website and we will work on more branding opportunities -      PMI COC will be breaking out our newsletters so you can get the news you want -      PMI COC will be working on other social media sites we hope to be on Tik Tok, You Tube and others wait for future information. PMI COC Board is very excited about the year to come. I hope you will all get involved in one way or another.           The best time to make Friends is before YOU need them.                                                             Ethel Barrymore     Be Come Our Friends! We have several social media platforms to keep you updated on our Chapter's events and share latest details with you. Below you will find our groups. Become our friends and stay in touch with us:   Facebook: PMI Central Ohio Chapter | Columbus OH | Facebook Instagram: PMI Central Ohio Chapter LinkedIn: (18) Project Manager Network of Central Ohio – Sponsored by PMI COC | Groups | LinkedIn Twitter - PMI Central Ohio (@PMICOC) / Twitter   Small Acts, when Multiplied by Millions of People, Can Transform the World.                                            Howard Zinn Outreach This year we will be doing in person hours for impact to help our community. Please be on the lookout for that information coming. We also are looking for some new members for outreach please look on the Volunteer Engagement Platform. See the link below: https://volunteer.pmi.org   In general, I pled with everyone to be a part of the Central Ohio Chapter sign up for hours for impact. This is a forecast on what you think you will be able to do for the year of 2023 to make your community a better place.   Below if the web page to be able to check it out.   Pledge Your Hours for Impact | Hours for Impact ( pmi.org )   The Strength of the Team is each individual member. The Strength of each member is the Team. Phil Jackson   Thank you to the Board and Volunteers I want to personally THANK every Board Member and Volunteer for all their time and hard work. COC Board ·        Maria McGuire – Secretary ·        Jenna Livingston – President Elect ·        Steven Sicilian – Treasure ·        Kelsey Ward – Director At Large ·        Bruce Halley – Director At Large       Sincerely,   Deborah Ducmanas PMPCentral Ohio PMI Chapter President

Welcome to Fall to all of our Central Ohio Chapter Members, Wow did that Third Quarter go FAST! I hope all of you are enjoying your Pumpkin Spice Warm Drinks and have your costumes picked out for Halloween! FALL ALSO Means PDD is coming up soon on November 10th! I am so excited to see all of you there, and meet each of you in person!!!
We have some AMAZING Speakers this year our Keynotes are fantastic and the first keynote will be giving out prizes so make sure you get there early and get some amazing Swag from us and also hopefully win a prize or two! What is more fun than coming together as a PM community learning and laughing on a Friday! Make sure to sign up as soon as possible so that you can be entered into the drawing for a LinkedIn Profile Review, valued at $250. This could be worth so much more as our LinkedIn profiles have become so important to our professional careers.
Remember to not wait too long to buy your PDD tickets. We Sell Out every year! I have attached the link for your convenience PDD v0 2023 | Site_Ver1.0 (pmicoc.org)
We Need Your Help! Our PDD team is actively seeking volunteers to help with Registration, Breakout session check-ins, and other roles. All volunteers get a free tee with lunch and parking included. If interested, reach out to Kate Wood at woodk12@nationwide.com

Alone we can do so little; Together we can do so Much! - Helen Keller
Member Focus In the Third Quarter, we have been focused on doing a lot of events. Please make sure you check your calendars. Please bring a friend to one of our exciting and creative events, maybe they would like to be a part of the Central Ohio Chapter! Did you know Central Ohio is one of the largest PMI chapters in the US? How cool is that fact. I loved seeing so many chapter members at our Volunteer & Recruiting Event on August 29th at the Crooked Can. We had so much fun! Global Summit I am excited to announce my participation in the upcoming Global Summit in October in Atlanta, GA. As a representative of the Central Ohio Chapter, I will be accompanied by a fellow Board Member. This is a great opportunity to gain insights from other Chapters and contribute to the growth and development of our chapter. 2023 Board & Election We have elections coming up make sure to vote! Become Our Friend! We have several social media platforms to keep you updated on our Chapter's events and share the latest details with you. Below you will find our groups. Become our friend and stay in touch with us: Facebook: PMI Central Ohio Chapter | Columbus OH | Facebook Instagram: PMI Central Ohio Chapter LinkedIn: (18) Project Manager Network of Central Ohio – Sponsored by PMI COC | Groups | LinkedIn Twitter - PMI Central Ohio (@PMICOC) / Twitter Outreach Jenna Livingston always has amazing things going on in Outreach. This year we will be doing two in-person hours for impact to help our community. An “Hours for Impact” in-person, volunteer opportunity with LifeCare Alliance will be posted soon – We were supposed to do this on June 24, 2023 however we had low volunteerism so we will try again in September – Please look out for this opportunity We will have another "Hours for Impact" volunteer project later in the year with Furniture Bank of Central Ohio, most likely in August/September In general, I plead with everyone in our Central Ohio Chapter to sign up for hours for impact. This is a forecast of what you think you will be able to do for the year 2023 to make your community a better place. Below is the web page to be able to check it out. Pledge Your Hours for Impact | Hours for Impact (pmi.org) I want to be the pebble in the pond that creates the ripple for change. - Tim Cook Thank you to the Board and all our Volunteers I want to personally THANK every Board Member and Volunteer for all their time and hard work.
COC Board Maria McGuire – Secretary Jenna Livingston – President-Elect Steven Sicilian – Treasure Kelsey Ward – Director At Large Bruce Halley – Director At Large Norm Wilson – Strategic Program Director Stephanie Monroe – Past President

COC Volunteers Amna Jamal Andy Milano Brandon Schnug Charlene Bridges Cindi Baker Courtney Morse Dave Davis Dr. Sam Akulli Ebony Robinson -Street Erica Mohre Farrah Zemke George Rapp Haley Johnson Jeff Burns Jennifer Patrick Julie VanDelinder Kate Wood Ketti Pryor Marlon McKoy Michelle Johnson Nick Gatlin Ram Vedantam Rich Figallo Sharon Manwarren Shubhada Reddy Ta’Sean Lee Travis Jones Yolanda Mackey Sincerely, Deborah Ducmanas, PMP Central Ohio PMI Chapter President

Happy Summer to all of our Central Ohio Chapter Members,
The Board has not been taking vacation instead we have been busy working for all of you! Wow did that Second Quarter go FAST!
Member Focus The Second Quarter we have been much focused on doing a lot of events. Please make sure you check your calendars.
Please bring a friend to one of our exciting and creative events, maybe they would like to be a part of the Central Ohio Chapter!
Did you know Central Ohio was the 3rd PMI chapter in the US? How cool is that fact. Some of the upcoming events are as follows: July 12, Noon – 1:00, Career Path & Certs Workshop: PMO Centric (PMI-ACP / PMI-PBA / PgMP / PfMP) via Zoom July 26, Noon -1:00 , Career Path and Certs Workshop, DA Value Stream , via Zoom August 23, Noon – 1:00 , PMI Core Path , via Zoom November 10 , PDD

Alone we can do so little; Together we can do so Much! - Helen Keller
Professional Development Day The volunteers and the PDD Board are working so hard to make sure you all have the greatest PDD Day ever this year! Please make sure you are looking for emails and postings to register and we have some exciting reasons to register early. Look for that in your emails soon!
As most of you are aware we SOLD OUT this event last year. When it is time to register jump on this as I am certain we will also SELL OUT in 2023 as well.
Consider putting a placeholder on your calendar for our Central Ohio Chapter PDD Day on Friday, November 10, 2022 , between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm EDT . Please share the details of this opportunity with your friends and professional network.
Don’t just come to get your PDU, come and network, make friends, and find likeminded people. The Central Ohio Chapter is your community.
Global Summit I'm thrilled to share that I'll be heading to Atlanta, GA in October with a fellow Board Member to attend the PMI Global Summit . It's an incredible opportunity for me to proudly represent the Central Ohio Chapter. I'm especially looking forward to connecting with other Chapters and gaining valuable insights that we can potentially apply within our own chapter.
Volunteer Meetings For our VLT Group we will be doing a $15 drawing at our meetings for attendees. We will also be sending out a survey to get a little help on what day works best for everyone. Please look for that from our IT team.
Plus if you are interested in becoming a Volunteer we are very much excited to have you as one of our Volunteers, please reach out to me or one of our board members if you are interested.
2023 Board & Election Exciting news! To better align our chapter with others across the U.S., our Board has voted to extend our Presidential Term Limit from one year to two years. This change will provide greater impact, stability, and continuity to our Chapter. So, what exactly does this mean?
That means the terms will be laid out as follows: President Elect will be 2 Year Term President will be 2 Year Term Past President will be a 2 Year Term
What does that means for your Current President – Elect, President & Past President. Jenna Livingston will be President Elect for 2 Year before becoming President Deborah Ducmanas will be President for 2 Years before becoming Past President Stephanie Monroe will be Past President for 2 Years
We hope this will give us all the time to make the changes to our chapter we see as important to our membership. We all are very committed to you and to PMI.
We will be having an election for all open Board Member positions – Please watch for the call for Nominees in your email.
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Communications Kelsey Ward and her team, continue to deliver excellent outputs with our newsletters and through our social media platforms. These sources will inform you of events and opportunities available directly through our Chapter from PMI Global and our collaborating partners.
Please continue visiting our social media platforms to remain updated on our Chapter's events and share these details with your contacts: Facebook: PMI Central Ohio Chapter | Columbus OH | Facebook LinkedIn: Project Manager Network of Central Ohio – Sponsored by PMI COC | Groups | LinkedIn
Outreach Jenna Livingston always has amazing things going on in Outreach. This year we will be doing two in person hours for impact to help our community. An “Hours for Impact” in-person, volunteer opportunity with LifeCare Alliance will be posted soon – We were supposed to do this on June 24, 2023 however we had low volunteerism so we will try again in September – Please look out for this opportunity We will have another Hours for Impact volunteer project later in the year with Furniture Bank of Central Ohio, most likely in August/September

In general I plead with everyone to be a part of the Central Ohio Chapter sign up for hours for impact.
This is a forecast on what you think you will be able to do for the year of 2023 to make your community a better place.
Below if the web page to be able to check it out. Pledge Your Hours for Impact | Hours for Impact (pmi.org)
Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless. Sherry Anderson
Thank you to the Board and all our Volunteers I want to personally THANK every Board Member and Volunteer for all their time and hard work.
COC Board Maria McGuire – Secretary Jenna Livingston – President Elect Steven Sicilian – Treasurer Kelsey Ward – Director At Large Bruce Halley – Director At Large Norm Wilson – Strategic Program Director Stephanie Monroe – Past President Anurag Sahai – Digital Strategy Advisor

COC Volunteers Amna Jamal Andy Milano Brandon Schnug Charlene Bridges Cindi Baker Courtney Morse Dave Davis Dr. Sam Akulli Ebony Robinson -Street Erica Mohre Farrah Zemke George Rapp Haley Johnson Jeff Burns Jennifer Patrick Julie VanDelinder Kate Wood Ketti Pryor Marlon McKoy Michelle Johnson Nick Gatlin Noor Saqf Alhait Ram Vedantam Rich Figallo Sharon Manwarren Shubhada Reddy Ta’Sean Lee Travis Jones Yolanda Mackey
Sincerely, Deborah Ducmanas, PMP Central Ohio PMI Chapter President

PMI Central Ohio Chapter Members, I hope you and your families are well. I continue to be grateful to my fellow board members, volunteers, and you, our members, for supporting our Chapter throughout the beginning of 2023. I hope you all have had time to at least be at one of our in-person events. The board members have been working hard on exciting upcoming events and have had some very fun events this past quarter. One of the amazing events coming this quarter that I am personally excited about; Building the Silicon Heartland , make sure you all get signed up for this tremendous opportunity. What a timely and exciting topic! We hope to have a lot of Construction Project Managers there or if you are interested in Construction Project Management you should definitely attend. We will be updating our Calendar of Events , with many opportunities for your development and network. Please visit and participate. If you have not already done so, please sign up for your Newsletter to inform you of our upcoming events and activities. Membership Focus The very first paragraph you see on the PMI website is this: PMI empowers people to make ideas a reality. Through Global advocacy, networking, collaboration, research, and education. PMI prepares organizations and individuals at every stage of their career journey to work smarter so they can drive success in a world of change. For this fiscal quarter, our theme focuses on People and Business Environment. This theme aligns with the new focus of the PMP exam structure. In our ever-changing work environment, I want to make sure the Central Ohio Chapter Members are able to be versatile in the type of Project Management work they do. For example, you may be an IT Project Manager, but you have always dreamed of being a part of building something and you want to be a part of rolling out the latest FDA medication to the marketplace. We want to help get you there. Maybe when you started with the Central Ohio Chapter, you were single, in college, had no children, or had a house full. Now you may be married, have children, finished school, or be an empty nester. Just like our lives go through the season so do our careers and our chapter wants to meet that challenge with you and help give you all the tools and skills you need to move forward in life. Let us help you develop yourself for the new economy. Together we will get through all the new seasons of our lives. We want to grow with you in every phase. PMI Leadership Institute Management (LIM) What Happens in San Diego… Doesn’t Stay In San Diego! I had the great opportunity to represent our Central Ohio Chapter of PMI at LIM. What an amazing and fun conference. I learned and shared so much at the conference. We have a lot of hard work but hopefully fun and rewarding work ahead of us. I will be going over some of the new ideas, tools, and skills with the board to see if they might be a good fit to make a better Central Ohio Chapter for you! However to determine the vision for the future of our chapter. I want to hear from all of you, not just the board. I am certain there are ideas you as members have that you would like to see from our chapter. I would like you to answer the following questions; if you have time: What would help you? What would make this chapter more valuable to you? What would make this chapter fun? Send me your ideas and I will review them and see if we can get them accomplished. I cannot promise all of them; however, I will be sharing what we receive and what we can do. Please email me at President@PMICOC.Org Upcoming Central Ohio Professional Development (PDD) Day As most of you are aware we SOLD OUT this event last year. When it is time to register jump on this as I am certain we will also SELL OUT in 2023 as well. Consider putting a placeholder on your calendar for our Central Ohio Chapter PDD Day on Friday, November 10, 2022 , between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm EDT . Please share the details of this opportunity with your friends and professional network. Don’t just come to get your PDU, come and network, make friends, and find likeminded people. The Central Ohio Chapter is your community. Thank you to Stephanie Monroe, Steven Sicilian and Farrah Zemke for leading the PDD Day Team and all our other Volunteers that are currently working on this project to make it amazing for all of our members of Central Ohio Chapter. Communications Kelsey Ward and her team, continue to deliver excellent outputs with our newsletters and through our social media platforms. These sources will inform you of events and opportunities available directly through our Chapter from PMI Global and our collaborating partners. Please continue visiting our social media platforms to remain updated on our Chapter's events and share these details with your contacts below. Facebook: PMI Central Ohio Chapter | Columbus OH | Facebook LinkedIn: (18) Project Manager Network of Central Ohio – Sponsored by PMI COC | Groups | LinkedIn Feel free to follow us now on Twitter and Instagram as we prepare for our relaunch later this year. Twitter : PMI Central Ohio (@PMICOC) / Twitter Instagram : PMI Central Ohio Chapter Finance Steven Sicilian, Director of Finance, successfully lead the Board through the approval of our FY22 budget. Steven is working hard to lower our cost overhead and find ways that benefit our finances on behalf of our members, volunteers, partners, and vendors. Outreach Jenna Livingston always has amazing things going on in Outreach. This year we will be doing two in-person hours for impact to help our community. An “Hours for Impact” in-person, Saturday volunteer opportunity in June with LifeCare Alliance will be posted soon—families/children are welcome! More details coming soon in bi-weekly email blasts We will have another hour for the Impact volunteer project later in the year with Furniture Bank of Central Ohio, most likely in August/September In general, I pled with everyone a part of the Central Ohio Chapter to sign up for hours for impact. This is a forecast of what you think you will be able to do for the year 2023 to make your community a better place. Below is the web page to be able to check it out. Pledge Your Hours for Impact | Hours for Impact (pmi.org) We brought so many hours in 2022 the Central Ohio Chapter was recognized this week at the LIM conference along with nine other chapters. “ Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country .” ― John F. Kennedy Thank you to the Board and all our Volunteers I want to personally THANK every Board Member and Volunteer for all their time and hard work. COC Board Maria McGuire – Secretary Jenna Livingston – President Elect Steven Sicilian – Treasure Kelsey Ward – Director At Large Bruce Halley – Director At Large Norm Wilson – Strategic Program Director Stephanie Monroe – Past President Anurag Sahai – Digital Strategy Advisor COC Volunteers Amna Jamal Andy Milano Brandon Schnug Charlene Bridges Cindi Baker Courtney Morse Dave Davis Dr. Sam Akulli Ebony Robinson -Street Erica Mohre Farrah Zemke George Rapp Haley Johnson Jeff Burns Jennifer Patrick Julie VanDelinder Kate Wood Ketti Pryor Marlon McKoy Michelle Johnson Nick Gatlin Ram Vedantam Rich Figallo Sharon Manwarren Shubhada R Keesara Ta’Sean Lee Travis Jones Yolanda Mackey Yours Sincerely, Deborah Ducmanas PMP
Central Ohio PMI Chapter President

It is with great pride and pleasure that I start my term as President of the PMI Central Ohio Chapter. My commitment to you, our members, is to give you my best this year as I strive to continue the tradition of exemplary leadership that the Chapter has enjoyed so far. My sincere thanks to the leaders who came before me for their efforts in skillfully navigating the chapter through the recent challenging times.
Allow me to share my vision for the Chapter as we go forward into 2023. We will begin by “re-energizing” our focus to you, our members. This will be the “ Year of the PMI Central Ohio Chapter Member ” as we will aim to offer events and experiences that enhance your careers and provide opportunities for you to learn and grow in the Project Management profession.
∙To enrich and expand our network, we will explore partnering with other Ohio
Chapters for professional development and networking events.
∙We want to grow our membership by reaching out to all the PMs’ out there that
may not be certified or never thought PMI was for them.
∙We will continue to build awareness of PMI and PMI Central Ohio Chapter by
participating in other professional development events.
∙We want to grow our SUCCESSFUL outreach program even more and help other
PMI chapters with their outreach programs.
∙We want to educate more young people how essential and exciting it is to be a
Project Manager and helps with everyday life skills.
Today’s projects are complex and demanding and today’s project manager must have a
diverse skillset and a strong support network to be successful. I hope PMI Central Ohio
Chapter can be part of your support network and I invite you to become an active
member of the PMI Central Ohio Chapter team by joining us at the next professional
networking event.
Finally, if you are looking for an opportunity to build and practice new skills, promote
your “brand” or just earn a few PDU’s, please consider volunteering with the chapter. Talent Wins Games but Teamwork and Intelligence Win Championships” – Michael
Jordan Let’s make a difference together, come be a part of our team! Deb Ducmanas