About the Leadership Institute Webinar Program
PMI Volunteer Essentials: Webinars for Success showcases the most relevant topics for our community, including chapter management, chapter successes, and leadership development. Through these webinars, we aim to provide PMI chapter leaders and volunteers an opportunity to share best practices and be recognized for their experiences and expertise. We record these live webinars and post to our evolving library of webinars, a place where volunteers can strengthen their skills and knowledge on-demand.
Upcoming Webinars
Elevating Chapter Impact: Engaging C-Suite Leaders and Employers (Peer-to-Peer)
14 May 2025, 7.00 PM - 8.00 PM Universal Time UTC/
3.00 PM - 4.00 PM Eastern Time EST
Earn 1 PDU!
Learn how PMI Manitoba expanded its visibility and impact by connecting with 1,700+ employers and engaging C-suite leaders across the province. Rafael Vitorelli, PMI Manitoba Chapter President, and Darwin Hudson, Director of Professional Development will share real-world examples and practical strategies for driving chapter growth through structured outreach and executive engagement. Attendees will gain actionable tools to build strategic partnerships, extend community reach, and strengthen long-term chapter sustainability.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify effective strategies for engaging employers and C-suite leaders to enhance chapter visibility and influence.
- Develop actionable approaches for creating and revitalizing chapter programs that drive member engagement and participation.
- Leverage event planning techniques to build networking opportunities and foster career development within the chapter community.
Delivering Projects on Purpose: How Your Chapter Can Make a Measurable Impact (Presented by PMI)
28 May 2025, 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM Universal Time UTC/
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM Eastern Time ET
Earn 0.75 PDUs!
Your chapter has the skills to drive positive social impact— and now, you have the tools to make it happen. Join us for a practical walkthrough of PMI’s new social impact enablement for chapters, designed to help you connect with nonprofit partners and support purpose-driven projects in your community. You'll gain a clear understanding of PMI’s updated definition of social impact, PMI's Social Impact Programs, and how it informs our chapter-led efforts moving forward.
This session will walk you through the new enablement resources available in the marketing portal, demonstrate how to activate this work through PMWB, and give you an exclusive look at the upcoming “Delivering Projects on Purpose” campaign launching in June. Whether your chapter is ready to start a project or just beginning to explore nonprofit engagement, this session will show you how to turn your passion for project management into purpose.
Learning Objectives:
- Define PMI’s latest vision for social impact and understand how chapters can lead change locally.
- Navigate the new enablement tools and steps for launching a PMWB project with nonprofit partners.
- Identify the right entry point based on their chapter’s readiness—and know where to go for support.
Call For Proposals
Any PMI community member may submit a webinar proposal for consideration, including current and past Chapter Leaders, non-chapter volunteers and PMI employees.
Presentations will be on topics relevant to chapter management, chapter successes, and leadership that align with the PMI strategy. Topics could include:
Power Skills
Team building, collaborative leadership, coaching & mentoring, time management, emotional intelligence, team management, negotiation, etc.
Chapter Specific
Annual Planning Management, Using tools such as Chapter System, ThoughtSpot, Volunteer Engagement Platform, Event Marketing, Member and Volunteer Onboarding, Resource Management, Volunteer Recognition and Appreciation, etc.
Ways of Working
Artificial Intelligence, Agile Practices, etc. (as applicable to volunteer roles).
Submission Deadlines: Quarterly deadlines will be announced. Please submit proposals through the call for proposals system.
Additional Guidelines:
- Webinar content should be globally relevant.
- Webinar content cannot promote any product (including a book) from which the presenter will profit directly or indirectly.
- Webinars on PMI and other products (e.g., software, online tools) must be informative (not marketing) and relevant to chapters. That is, the products can be used in chapter work, or the course informs chapters to share information with members.
- Topics must be chapter volunteer/volunteer focused.
- PM ways of working are acceptable if applied to chapter or volunteer work.
- The presentation and assets therein must be original to the presenter.
- Submitters are responsible for acquiring and sharing any needed copyright permissions for materials used in their presentation.
- Submissions of presentations given at a PMI event or on a PMI channel are acceptable.
- Contributors must agree to and sign the Presenter Acknowledgement and follow PMI volunteer Code of Conduct and other governance arrangements.
Watch On-Demand Webinars
Missed a Webinar?
Catch up on previous sessions with our on-demand recordings!
Stronger Together: Engaging All Ages for Social Good
Learn how to build intergenerational volunteer programs that blend traditional project management with people-first strategies. Featuring insights from PMI Taiwan Chapter, this session offers practical tools to strengthen community connections and align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The Future of Chapter Operations: Unlocking Potential with AI
Discover how artificial intelligence can enhance your chapter’s operations and engagement. In this session, Vinay Babu Tarala shares practical ways to use AI tools for automating tasks, creating content, planning events, and making data-driven decisions—all while improving member experiences.
Elevating Member Engagement: Effective Approaches from PMI UAE Chapter
Discover powerful strategies to boost member retention, involvement, and satisfaction, drawing on proven approaches from the PMI UAE Chapter. Gain actionable insights and practical techniques to elevate engagement within your own chapter.
PMI: Event Essentials: Strategies for Planning, Promoting, and Branding Success
Great chapter events don’t just happen—they’re strategically planned. In this on-demand webinar, explore essential strategies for planning, promoting, and branding successful events. Whether you're a first-time organizer or a seasoned planner, gain practical tools, insights, and inspiration to create events that leave a lasting impact.
PMI Culture – 2024 Survey Results and 2025 Plans
Explore key insights from the 2024 Culture Survey and our exciting plans for 2025. See how your feedback shaped our strategy, celebrate milestones, and discover how we’re strengthening a culture aligned with PMI’s purpose and values. Access presentation deck here.
Peer-to-Peer: Enhancing Chapter Communication: Strategies for Global Engagement and Member Retention
In today’s digital age, effective communication is crucial for building and retaining a vibrant chapter community. This webinar will guide chapter leaders in developing dynamic, member-centric communication strategies that foster deeper connections across diverse regions.
PMI Fellow Award: What to Know as a Nominator
Watch our recent webinar to learn more about the PMI Fellow Award, the enhancements and how to prepare for and carry out the role of a nominator for PMI’s highest and most prestigious individual honor.
PMI Global Chapter Awards: Key Program Updates
Watch our recent webinar, where we explore the important updates to the PMI Global Chapter Awards program, launching in January 2025. As part of our efforts to achieve the aspirations of PMI:Next, the PMI Community Team is evolving programs and processes to better support chapters, serve our global community, and strengthen a sustainable chapter and volunteer support system. These updates are designed to enhance the program's relevance and alignment with chapters worldwide.
Best Practices on Partnering with Universities
Catch our November webinar featuring the PMI Global Accreditation Center, where we’ll dive into best practices for partnering with universities to elevate project management education and cultivate future talent. Whether you're looking to form new partnerships or enhance current ones, this session offers valuable insights and strategies for creating impactful collaborations.
Evolving PMI’s Brand: Navigating the New Visual Identity & Empowering Chapters
In October’s webinar, Sally Bryden and Zoë Nissman introduced PMI chapter leaders to the “Light the Way” platform, showcasing PMI’s brand evolution. The session provided tools and resources to ensure brand consistency and engage communities, including the “What Lights You Up” campaign and marketing materials to amplify chapter impact.
Maximize Your Attendee Experience: How to get the most out of your PM event participation
Learn how having clear goals, knowing your event visitor type, doing a bit of preparation, and applying a few life hacks will help you to get the most out of your project management event participation.
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