PMI Volunteer Essentials: Webinars for Success

Watch this on-demand session to explore the full PMI chapter event lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution and closing, through a creative anatomy framework. Learn practical tips for event purpose, budgeting, speaker coordination, marketing, volunteer roles, and post-event reporting, with real lessons from the PMI Central Indiana Chapter.

Explore this on-demand session to learn how PMI’s two anchor Social Impact Programs can strengthen chapter engagement and elevate the profession in your community. Featuring real chapter examples, this session shares practical ways to design, promote, and sustain social impact initiatives while showing how social value connects directly to project success.

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See how the PMI Japan Chapter is bringing PMI standards to life for younger professionals through manga and storytelling. This on-demand session shares fresh, practical ideas for changing perceptions, making standards more relatable, and creating stronger engagement across generations.

Watch this on-demand session for a high-level overview of PMI’s AI portfolio, including learning products, tools, community programs, and thought leadership, along with an introduction to the AI Champions program, its purpose, pilot cohort, and how champions support chapters in advancing responsible AI adoption.

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Every chapter doing social impact work has a story worth telling—but how you tell it can make the difference between inspiring action and going unnoticed.

In this on-demand session, chapter leaders will explore practical tools, templates, and storytelling frameworks to confidently share their Projects on Purpose stories. Whether your chapter is already delivering social impact projects or just getting started, you’ll learn how to craft compelling narratives, use ready-made templates, apply the right hashtags, and create content throughout the project lifecycle.

Discover how partnering with ATPs enables chapters to offer relevant, high-quality learning experiences while strengthening member engagement and value.

Watch this on-demand webinar to discover PMOGA’s journey and impact. Gain insight into how we support PMO initiatives and enable chapters and volunteers to drive meaningful outcomes across the PMI community.

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Strong leaders don’t just lead—they create more leaders. In this on-demand webinar, learn practical strategies to build leadership pipelines, empower emerging leaders, and strengthen engagement across your chapter or organization.

This on-demand session highlights the latest Marketing Portal updates, helps you activate PMI campaigns locally with confidence, and shares practical insights from PMI Global Social Media to strengthen your chapter’s LinkedIn presence—equipping you with clear, chapter-ready guidance to boost member engagement and retention with measurable impact.

This on-demand webinar helps chapter volunteers strengthen their use of the Volunteer Engagement Platform (VEP). It covers practical onboarding steps, ways to maximize key features, and best practices to manage and engage volunteers more effectively.

This on-demand session introduces PMI’s Awards Program and explains how chapters can align local and regional recognition with global awards. It also covers Global Chapter Award categories, eligibility, timelines, and tips for strong applications, with insights on how awards can boost visibility, volunteer engagement, and member pride.

This webinar equips chapter leaders with the knowledge and tools to create an effective annual plan. You’ll learn how to align chapter programs and services with PMI strategy, set measurable objectives, and ensure initiatives deliver meaningful value to members. The session offers practical, step-by-step guidance on developing, implementing, and monitoring the annual plan while leveraging available resources and tools.

This on-demand webinar brings the PMI volunteer community together to reflect on how our culture shows up in everyday behaviors across chapters and teams. It shares key insights from the 2025 Culture Survey, highlights current and 2026 priorities, and explores practical ways volunteers can strengthen PMI’s culture through recognition, storytelling, meaningful moments, and constructive conflict.

Session Resources

• Webinar Presentation – Slides from the session
• Culture & Diversity Volunteer Hub – PMI culture teams, tools, and resources
• 4 Ways to activate our Culture in 2026 – Practical actions volunteers can take
• Culture Guidebook – Tools and exercises to apply PMI’s values and behaviors
• Free e-book:  “Listen Up, Leader,”  – Practical guidance on listening, dialogue, and connection

Learn a structured approach to persuasion for high-impact communication. This session shows you how to select and structure effective arguments and recognize opposition and unproductive behaviors—so you can communicate with clarity and confidence in any setting.

Discover how generative AI can help chapter leaders streamline operations, boost member engagement, and strengthen strategic planning, all while keeping a human-centered approach. Leave with practical tools and ideas to help your chapter innovate and work smarter.

Get the latest marketing updates, resources, and strategies to help your chapter strengthen engagement and retention. This session covers new tools, campaign rollouts, and volunteer engagement insights — plus a look at PMI 2026 vision from Chief Marketing Officer Menaka Gopinath. You’ll also get quick guidance on upcoming Q4 activations and how to align your chapter’s 2026 plans.

Learn how simple in-person field trips can boost engagement, strengthen community ties, and create $0-cost revenue opportunities — all while giving your chapter fresh, experiential content.

Explore the vital role of sustainability in project management and discover best practices for driving impact. Gain an understanding of the unique GPM-b™ Certification, and learn practical ways to bridge global strategy with local action.

Uncover the psychology of decision-making. See how hidden influences affect leaders and discover practical ways to foster better choices. Book referenced by the speaker in this webinar: Designing for Behavior Change: Applying Psychology and Behavioral Economics by Stephen Wendel.

A simple shift in perspective can transform how you lead. In this on-demand session, Anupama shares how reframing challenges unlocked greater creativity in her leadership journey. Learn 5 practical keys to boost your creative capacity, see new possibilities, and tackle challenges with confidence.

Get the latest on the most impactful PMI products—from updates to certifications like PMP and CAPM to new offerings like PMI-PMOCP, CPMAI, and the AI course series. This fast-paced session for chapter leaders shares what’s new, what’s next, and how to bring more value to your members through the evolving portfolio.

See how PMI chapters in Mexico united through “Proyectando México” to grow membership, boost employability, and expand PMI’s reach. Learn how to apply this impactful model to elevate your chapter and community.

Wise leaders stay calm under pressure, offer thoughtful solutions, and inspire trust. This session explores ten core competencies that make up wisdom—like emotional intelligence and perspective-taking—and how developing them can elevate your leadership and improve your life. Learn how to grow wiser through self-development and lead with greater clarity, composure, and impact.

Discover how your chapter can drive meaningful social impact using PMI’s new enablement tools. This session covers how to connect with nonprofit partners, launch projects through PMWB, and introduces the upcoming Delivering Projects on Purpose campaign. Learn PMI’s updated vision for social impact and find practical steps to get started. Watch now and turn your chapter’s passion into purpose.

Explore how PMI Manitoba grew its reach by connecting with 1,700+ employers and engaging C-suite leaders. In this on-demand session, Chapter President Rafael Vitorelli and Director of Professional Development Darwin Hudson share practical strategies to drive growth, build strategic partnerships, and strengthen chapter sustainability—on your schedule.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.