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Overview

The rise of artificial intelligence has sparked both hopes and fears regarding the impact this technology will leave on society. For every technological advance in fields like machine learning, there are concerns among many about the potential of machines to replace humans in the workforce.

Yet future-leaning organisations continue to show the potential in embracing a proactive approach - not simply reacting to technological disruption, but actively leveraging technology to shape the future.

This event will commence with a presentation on AI and the role of AI in Project Management by Matt Tomlinson from the PMI Board of Directors. Matt will share his perspective on how the continued emergence of AI should be seen as an opportunity - not a threat - to help project professionals drive greater value and bring ideas to life.

Following Matt's presentation, join us for a panel discussion with other members of the PMI Board of Directors as well as accomplished leaders from the Queensland community, moderated by Martin McKern, Immediate Past Chair of PMI Queensland. Panelists will share how they are forging their own path in the AI world with innovative ideas, skills, and what it all means for us as project professionals.

This event is a great opportunity to meet the PMI Board of Directors and other leaders from the Project Management Insitute IN PERSON. Bring your colleagues and leaders from your organisation along to this informative event!

Takeaways/Lessons

• Trends influencing the impact of AI on projects and project management;
• AI-related technologies and capabilities that professionals should cultivate; and
• Best practices to consider integrating into AI/Data Science-related projects.

Speaker Introduction

Matt Tomlinson

Strategy Oversight Committee Chair | PMI Board of Directors

Matt Tomlinson is a PMI board member and chairs the Strategy Oversight Committee (SOC). In this role, his focus is to help PMI chart a course through the changes to our profession, enabling the organization to stay relevant for our chapters and members. As a PMP, PgMP, and long-term PMI volunteer, Matt has participated in several iterations of how our members and credentials are moving forward.

Matt also works as a product management leader at Indeed.com, where he focuses on helping millions of people around the world find their next job. This role allows him to bring a unique perspective on how our volunteers, members, and credential holders can highlight their skills and experiences and stay current with their professional development.

The Panel Moderator

Martin McKern

Immediate Past Chair | PMI Queensland

Martin has 20+ years of experience in complex Program and Project Management. His passion to equip and support the leaders of change and improvement initiatives touches his professional work and also drives his involvement as a leader on PMI's Queensland Board as Immediate Past President. Martin focuses on teamwork, practical outcomes, engagement, and continuous learning: helping drive enterprise success, reduce corporate risks & empower team members. Martin continues to relish new challenges and enjoys meeting new people. In business, this translates into driving varied small or large breakthrough improvement programs. It also includes professional blogging, mentoring, guest lecturing on project management and advising on Masters Level Curriculum, and spending time encouraging the leaders of tomorrow.

Our Panelists

Tony Appleby

Immediate Past Chair | PMI Global

Tony is passionate about organizational project management and helping businesses and governmental entities across the globe achieve their business objectives. He has been involved with delivery engagements on six continents and works with corporate governance, specifically in the areas of strategy execution and compliance. He is currently Chair Emeritus at the Project Management Institute and serves as an independent non-executive director for two Silicon Valley companies. He is a Chartered Director and a Fellow of the Institute of Directors (UK) as well as a Certified Director and Fellow of the National Association of Corporate Directors (USA).

Ike Nwankwo

Director | PMI Global

Ike Nwankwo, an independent project management consultant, provides project, program and portfolio management consultancy and interim management services to a broad international client portfolio and assists organizations to deliver value through the effective implementation of their projects and program and the delivery of their organizational, strategic, and corporate objectives. Ike a passionate and active volunteer to the project management profession; has several professional degrees and project management certifications, and is enthusiastic about volunteerism, mentoring and giving back to society.

Dr. Greg Usher

Executive General Manager | RPS Australia Asia Pacific

Dr. Greg Usher (Ph.D.) is an Executive General Manager at RPS and is responsible for managing over 200 client-side consultant project managers. He has almost 20 years of experience in construction and project management. He has published 17 peer-reviewed papers and presented his research at universities and conferences in Australia and internationally. He is an Adjunct Research Fellow at the University of Southern Queensland, a Project Management Online Learning Facilitator at the Australian Institute of Business, a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Project Management, a Certified Practising Program Executive, and holds a board position with Housing All Australians. In August 2021 he released his book "Project Management in the 21st Century: What you need to know about the Elephant, Eco-system, and Experience" through Springer.

Jordan Duffy

Chief Information Officer - Pacific Labour Facility | Co-founder - Buckham & Duffy Consultants

An entrepreneur, innovator, and strategist at the forefront of technology and business automation, co-founder and Director of Strategy at B&D, Jordan Duffy works with CxO and strategic managers in Australia's largest companies to provide innovative technology strategy, software development, and IoT/AR development services. Creating technology solutions as marketable products or internal process automation/optimisation systems requires not just technical expertise, but strategic business thinking. Jordan and his team at Buckham & Duffy seek returns for clients in the form of new revenue, saved time, and exquisite customer experiences. B&D's bimodal programs allow rapid experimentation and integrated continuous delivery for large platform builds.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Event Type: IN-PERSON

Refunds: You may request to cancel your registration for a full refund, up to five (5) working days before the date and time of the event. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.

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