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Our Mission:
The Fort Worth Chapter of PMI uses a friendly and individualized approach to promote the growth of the project management profession and best practices through high-quality educational events and networking opportunities in the communities we serve.

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Our Vision:
The Fort Worth Chapter of PMI will be recognized as a vital and innovative leader in project management practices and a respected community contributor by prompting awareness, effectiveness and value to local practitioners and organizations.  


EVENTS (EARN PDUs)
TOASTMASTERS    
Meets first and third Tuesdays

Become the leader and communicator you need to be to advance your career. Learn how to communicate your message in a way that people really listen. Improve your confidence and eliminate stage fright! Toastmasters provides a supportive and friendly environment to learn these skills.  
 
Location: DFW Marriott South, 4151 Centreport Dr, Fort Worth, TX  76155 Map
Tue 02Feb2016  6:30 - 8:30 PM Register
Tue 01Mar2016  6:30 - 8:30 PM Register 
 
Location: TCU campus, 2805 S. University Dr., Room #214, Fort Worth, TX 76129 Map 
Tue 19Jan2016  6:30 - 8:30 PM Register
Tue 16Feb2015  6:30 - 8:30 PM Register
Tue 15Mar2016  6:30 - 8:30 PM Register 
Effective Workplace Communications
Thursday 1/21/2016 - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Dinner Meeting) DFW Marriott South - 4151 Centreport Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76155 Map 
Topic: Effective Workplace Communications    
Effective communications are essential in all relationships and at work is no exception. Join us as Dr. Johny Garner leads a discussion of communication styles in the workplace. You'll learn more about your own communication style and its strengths and weaknesses.

Presenter: Our speaker is Dr. Johny Garner is an associate professor of organizational communication at Texas Christian University (TCU). 
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Book Club South 
There are many ways to improve your professional knowledge and skills. One way is to increase your knowledge by reading current and relevant  project management books.  Please be prepared to participate in a discussion of this book at this meeting. 
Sat 23Jan2016 - 08:00-10:00 AM (2 PDUs) Register (Title: Good Leaders Ask Great Questions by John C. Maxwell by, Author: John C. Maxwell)    
Sat 20Feb2016 - 08:00-10:00 AM (2 PDUs) Register (Title: Teamwork is an Individual Skill: Getting your work done when sharing responsibility, Author: Christopher M. Avery and Meri A. Walker)   

Location:  La Madeleine restaurant, 4626 SW Loop 820,  Fort Worth, TX  Map
 
The Un-Meeting: PM tips and tricks
Wednesday 01/27/2016 - 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (Lunch Meeting) Texas Land and Cattle Steakhouse - 1813 Highway 121, Bedford, TX  76021 Map 
Topic: An "Un-Meeting"    
Join us for an "un-meeting". An un-meeting means there's no formal presentation. Attendees will select the topics and discuss them in small group style under the direction of the facilitator.

Presenters: Our speaker is Nikki Choyce, PMP who is the chapter's past president. Nikki's experience as a project management consultant across multiple industries and leadership experience within the chapter will be evident in this un-meeting experience.
 
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New Member Orientation
Saturday 1/30/2016 - 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Location: Webinar
 
Purpose:  Learn more about the Chapter and the events, services and opportunities members have available to them.  

Intended audience:  those who have recently joined the Chapter.  Note, you must be a current chapter member to register for this event.  Space will be limited so those who have recently joined the chapter will be given first priority.  

Information & Registration 
 
 
Communicating Effectively
Saturday 02/06/2016 - 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM (Training) Hampton Inn, 1600 Hurst Town Center Drive, Hurst, Texas 76054 Map 
Topic: Communicating Professionally: Effectively Sharing Your Message & Avoiding Miscommunication  
This workshop will address issues of miscommunication in workplaces.  Following that, participants will consider their personal style of communication and how they can adapt to others' styles in their organization.

Key Takeaways
- Awareness of common sources of miscommunications in the workplace
- Awareness of how one communicates at work
- Evaluation of others' styles of communication
- Understanding of how to adapt to others' style to more effectively communicate
- Awareness of the importance of listening in the workplace

Instructor: Dr. Johny Garner is an associate professor of organizational communication at TCU. He has taught classes on Organizational Communication, Conflict Management, Training and Development, Business and Professional Speaking, Communication Assessment, and Incivility in the Workplace.
 
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Book Club North    
There are many ways to improve your professional knowledge and skills. One way is to increase your knowledge by reading current and relevant  project management books.  Please be prepared to participate in a discussion of this book at this meeting. 
Sat 06Feb2016 - 08:00-10:00 AM (2 PDUs) Register (Title: Teamwork is an Individual Skill: Getting your work done when sharing responsibility, Author: Christopher M. Avery and Meri A. Walker 
Sat 12Mar2016 - 08:00-10:00 AM (2 PDUs) Register (Title: Leaders Eat Last: Why some teams pull together and others don't, Author: Simon Sinek)    

Location:  La Madeleine restaurant, 900 West Highway 114, Grapevine, TX 76051 Map  
 
Are You Linked In?
Thursday 2/18/2016 - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Dinner Meeting) DFW Marriott South - 4151 Centreport Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76155 Map 
Topic: Are you Linked In? 
LinkedIn is a social networking site designed specifically for business professionals. We'll delve into LinkedIn's capabilities, functions and features and provide you with the information you need to maximize your LinkedIn presence.

Presenter: Our speaker is Kathryn Norris of JP Morgan Chase.  More information coming soon.
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Thinking on Your Feet
Tuesday 02/23/2016 - 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (Lunch Meeting) Texas Land and Cattle Steakhouse - 1813 Highway 121, Bedford, TX  76021 Map 
Topic: Thinking on Your Feet   
Join us to learn simple techniques designed to improve your ability to think fast and present well!

Presenters: Our speakers are Bonnie Crawford and David Adams. More information coming soon.
 
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NEWS & OPPORTUNITIES
Make a Difference        
We need 20 Volunteers to help sort and inspect food for the Tarrant County Food Bank.  Volunteers must be 18 years of age.
 
Saturday 2/13/2016 - 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Tarrant Area Food Bank
2600 Cullen St. Fort Worth, TX 76107

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For safety reasons, all volunteers must wear:
* Closed-toe shoes that cover the entire foot. Sneakers or boots are appropriate.
* Jeans, long shorts and t-shirts are strongly recommended.
Logistics:
* Please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early.
* Parking is available in the lot surrounding the building. If this lot is completely full, you may park along Cullen Street.
* It is strongly recommended that you leave all personal belongings at home or in the trunk of your car. Tarrant Area Food Bank is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
 
Email [email protected]
 
PMI Fort Worth Partners with PMIEF Grantee to Sponsor Special Award          

Chapter works locally to bring project management awareness to an existing youth competition program.


The Fort Worth Chapter has developed a creative way to engage with local youth, and increase their awareness of project management, through a popular national student competition program.  
 
Future City is a program that allows 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to think like engineers by identifying problems, brainstorming ideas, designing solutions, and sharing their results at local, regional, and national competitions.
 
By sponsoring a special award, the Forth Worth Chapter recognizes a project team whose members work to best manage risk in their "city" projects.   
Joining Forces         
PMI is proud to partner with the United States Federal Government on an inspiring initiative known as Joining Forces.
 
The Joining Forces program is a non-partisan national initiative led by the White House in support of service members, veterans and their families. The initiative is intended to mobilize public and private sectors to ensure that these individuals have the tools and resources they need to succeed throughout their lives.
 
In the spirit of "Serving those who have Served" the Fort Worth Chapter has launched a Military Outreach program with the following objectives:
 
*Provide networking and educational opportunities for local veterans and active duty personnel interested in transitioning into Project Management
*Assist local companies interested in supporting the successful transition of veterans
*Tap into trained leaders from the military to help FWPMI increase the community of servant leaders
*Increase awareness of PMI and FWPMI and contribute to community outreach
*Increase certifications of members, through training, education and mentorship
*Increase general membership in our local chapter
 
If you are current or former Military or would like to help us "serve" please let us know.
 
David Cloud, Sharron Frohner and Ron Prowell
Military Liaisons, Fort Worth Chapter
[email protected]
 
News from our BA Community:        
It's All About Collaboration. And It's Critical  

A strong relationship between project manager and business analyst is essential for project success - this month we're featuring collaboration on our Business Analysis Headquarters. Use these assets to facilitate discussion within your chapter, join the global discussion on ProjectManagement.com and get details about exciting additions coming to our BA portfolio. 
FWPMI - Professional Development Conference, May 27, 2016        
Roadmap to Excellence - The Journey to Your Success

Call for Volunteers for the following Committees -
 
Speaker - Identifies keynote speaker and session speakers for the event, serves as liaison to the speakers for all aspects of speaker support - contract execution, travel arrangement (if applicable), topic relevance, and day of event support.
 
Sponsorship - Seek companies/vendors to sponsor PDC 2016, engage companies/vendors to participate in the vendor showcase, complete sponsor paperwork, assure that sponsors feel that they are a valuable asset to the success of PDC 2016, and constant contact with sponsors to receive payment.
 
Registration - Design and configure processes for registration, compile speaker and session data into online event registration system and provide regular registration reporting to Volunteer team.
 
Volunteer - Assure that the appropriate number of volunteers are available for the planning and execution of PDC 2016, coordinate volunteer assignments and activities, deliver training for the day of event.
 
Marketing/Communications - Responsible for all signage for the event, program design/development/production,  all communications for the event - Emails, Postcards, Newsletters, Social Media - Facebook/Twitter.
 
Estimated time commitment - 4-8 hours per month November - May, in person and virtual.
Reward - Earn PDUs for volunteering and complimentary registration to the Professional Development Conference.
 
Email [email protected] if you would like to serve. 
 
FWPMI Job Board       
Job Seekers - have you visited the Job Board recently?  The Job Board is a free service offered to Fort Worth Chapter PMI members.  15+ jobs have been posted since August.

Job Providers / Recruiters - please post your job openings on the Job Board directly, or if you need assistance, please contact the Job Board Administrator at [email protected].

Members - feel free to post jobs forwarded to you by Recruiters or forward to [email protected].

http://www.fwpmi.org/jobboard/joblist.cfm 
Member Advantage - Expand Your Professional Network      
Investing in the development of your professional network is easy when you get involved at local and global levels of PMI.
  • Attend at least one chapter event this month with the goal of meeting five new people and re-connecting with three people that you already know.
  • PMI Career Central provides fresh and useful career information to keep you abreast of career trends. Whether you are looking to excel at your current job or seeking a new opportunity, turn to PMI.org/CareerCentral.
  • Exchange business cards with your new contacts to make it easier to follow-up with them after the event.
  • Read how one of PMI member's participation in his local chapter took him from a lay-off to a new job in just 8 days.
PMI Webinars         
Browse a library of webinars addressing project management trends, best practices, how-to-guidance, and much more - all available to you to help you make meaningful contributions to the projects you lead or work on.
 
http://www.projectmanagement.com/Webinars/
 
The New CCR Program is LIVE!  
On 1 December 2015, the CCR Program was updated to include the employer-demanded skills as outlined in the PMI Talent Triangle™. Placing more emphasis on these skills will help you and your chapter members stay competitive in today's business environment.

Important Links to Remember 
  • View the new CCRS now so you can help guide your chapter members.
  • Manage your activities on http://provider.pmi.org. You can also access this portal when you are on CCRS or myPMI.org.
  • Still need to access to information, tools and webinars about the changes? You can find them on our CCR Updates webpage.
Update your VRMS Profile!
Have you checked out your profile in PMI's Volunteer Relationship Management System (VRMS)?  This system tracks your volunteer roles and provides a way for chapters and communities of practice to "match" your interests with open volunteer opportunities.

Click on the logo to the left; log in to PMI.org and update your interests.  
Does your PMI Profile need to be updated?     
Chapter Member profile information comes from PMI global weekly.  If you want to update your profile information, you must do so at  myPMI Profile Personal Information, and the information will be updated on the Fort Worth Chapter site within 2 weeks. 
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Fort Worth Chapter of the Project Management Institute
PO Box 155335, Fort Worth, Texas 76155