The Indispensable Project Manager
Presenter: Frank P. Saladis PMP, PMI Fellow
Effective project management is essential in today’s rapidly changing business environment. Economic uncertainty, emerging technologies, and evolving organizational priorities require project managers to do more than deliver projects; they must lead through change, engage diverse stakeholders, and create measurable business value.
Today’s project managers must balance leadership and management responsibilities while serving as trusted partners and organizational ambassadors. As organizations increasingly seek adaptable and value-driven project leaders, professionals who demonstrate a strong personal brand, credibility, and leadership presence are better positioned for career advancement and project success.
This presentation explores the evolving role of the project manager and the importance of continuous growth, adaptability, and becoming a trusted “go-to” leader. Participants will gain practical insights into aligning projects with business goals, creating visible stakeholder value, and intentionally building a strong professional brand.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the evolving role of the project manager and the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and leadership in today’s business environment.
- Identify ways to create visible value for stakeholders through effective project leadership and collaboration.
- Strengthen and intentionally manage their personal brand to become a trusted “go-to” leader within their organization.
Time and Date: Thursday, June 18, 6:30 – 7:30 PM. Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Agenda
- 6:30 - 6:35 p.m. Welcome and Announcements
- 6:35 – 7:20 p.m. Presentation
- 7:20 – 7:30 p.m. Q&A and Closure
Location: Online - Zoom
Frank P. Saladis, PMP®, PMI Fellow, is a Consultant and Instructor / Facilitator within the project management profession. He is a Project Management Professional and has been a featured presenter at the Project Management Institute ® Annual Symposia and World Congresses and many other project management events. Mr. Saladis is a graduate of the PMI Leadership Institute Masters Class and has held several positions within The Project Management Institute including President of the NYC Chapter, President of the Assembly of Chapter Presidents and Chair of the Education and Training Specific Interest Group. Mr. Saladis held the position of editor of the internationally distributed newsletter for allPM.com from 2004 to 2011 and is the author of several project management books and numerous articles about project leadership. He is a contributor to the monthly publication “PM World Journal”, and co-author of the books – Keys To Our Success, issues one and two, published in 2015 and 2020, and “How Successful Organizations Implement Change", published by PMI ® in 2017. Mr. Saladis is the originator of International Project Management Day and was recognized as PMI® Person of the Year for 2006. Mr. Saladis received the prestigious award of PMI Fellow in October 2013 and was the recipient of the PMI Distinguished Contribution Award in October 2015.
