PMI Northwest Arkansas Chapter Membership Privileges: PDUs submitted on members behalf and certificates for attending NWA PMI Chapter meetings Discounts: Professional Development Days, PMP Prep Classes & other events at lower costs Access: Members area, presentation outlines, job opportunities, PMI Marketing Portal, VRMS, ProjectManagement.com Service Opportunities: Opportunity to give back through Volunteers/Officers/Directors service Provides: The means/opportunity for an professional quality facility & location, presentations, PDUs, networking, personal development & more   Without membership, these advantages, values, & benefits would not be experienced by any! Thank You, for your support!

Upcoming Chapter Meetings with more exciting topics: SAVE THE DATE… Upcoming Chapter Meetings with more exciting topics: 18th June, 2018 16th July, 2018 20th August, 2018

SAVE THE DATE… Did you miss PMXPO Live? Now Event is Open……..

PMI Talent & Technology Symposium 2018 SAVE THE DATE… The PMI Talent & Technology Symposium 2018 is the fusion of two prior events, the Internet Systems & Technologies Symposium, and the Talent Management Conference. Participants will better understand how emerging technologies affect their career and skills progression, as well as the evolving needs of hiring managers as they seek out top project management talent.

PMI® Global Conference 2018 Registration For PMI® Global Conference 2018 is Now Open! SAVE THE DATE… Join Thousands of Other Change Champions For Three Days of Learning and Fun 2-5 October | SeminarsWorld® in Los Angeles (Pre-Conference) 6 October 2018 | PMI® Professional Awards Gala (Day one of the Conference) 6-8 October | PMI® Global Conference 2018 9-11 October | SeminarsWorld® in Los Angeles (Post-Conference)

SAVE THE DATE… https://www.pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership Explore the latest ideas and thinking around key project management topics. Hear from industry leaders and dive deeper into the areas impacting the profession. Learn about original research, information and analysis for results-focused organizations and strategic leaders at all levels. https://www.pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership

2018 Exam Changes SAVE THE DATE… Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® - 21 May 2018 New exam based on PMBOK Guide® – Sixth Edition Includes agile approaches and how they integrate with traditional project management New exam content outline is available Program Management Professional (PgMP)® - 25 June 2018 Updated to align terminology with The Standard for Program Management – Fourth Edition Current exam content outline remains relevant PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)® 25 June 2018 Updated to align terminology with new The PMI Guide to Business Analysis Current exam content outline remains relevant

Are you Maximizing Your Membership Discounts? SAVE THE DATE… Are you Maximizing Your Membership Discounts? As a reminder, part of the value PMI membership delivers is savings. Don’t miss out on reduced member-only pricing for credential fees and renewal fees, PDU’s, virtual and live events, online courses and up to 20% off at The PMI Store.

Online Proctoring for the CAPM® Exam SAVE THE DATE… For the CAPM exam, you can check for locations on Pearson VUE’s website . You can also take your CAPM exam in the comfort of your home or office while being monitored by an offsite proctor through Pearson VUE. More details at https://www.pmi.org/certifications/faq

Networking Find a mentor, friend, or new contact. SAVE THE DATE… Networking Find a mentor, friend, or new contact. Connect with over 1 million global project management peers and experts through live events, learning seminars and online community.   Build a network of peers that you can rely on for guidance, support and idea sharing. Converse with peers locally, in other countries, in and outside your industry that share the same core passion for project management.

SAVE THE DATE… The PMBOK® Guide – Sixth Edition and Agile Practice Guide were created to complement each other. Together these two publications are a powerful tool that enable the right approach for the right project. When you order the PMBOK® Guide – Sixth Edition (in English) you will receive a complimentary copy of the Agile Practice Guide. A complimentary PDF download of this standard is available to PMI members.

Interested in working behind the scenes with Chapter Officers? NWA PMI is looking for volunteers to help with: Educate the next generation Courses we offer Special events Serve as an Officer or Director Without our volunteers there would be no chapter! Please email officers@nwapmi.org for more information.

Watch for Membership Renewals We all forget sometimes… SAVE THE DATE… We all forget sometimes… Keep an eye out for reminders from PMI or visit PMI.org and renew today!

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Need PDUs? Involve in PMI and NWA PMI Chapter Activities and get PDUs Please email officers@nwapmi.org for more information.

How PDUs are earned? Ways to Earn PDUs SAVE THE DATE… How PDUs are earned? Ways to Earn PDUs Education: training, chapter meetings, online or digital media, self-directed reading, informal learning Giving Back: work as a practitioner, create content, give a presentation, share knowledge, volunteer Send questions to: VP of Membership membership@nwapmi.org

Learn and Get PDUs SAVE THE DATE… Grow your knowledge and your opportunities with thought leadership, training and tools. https://www.pmi.org/learning

Career Growth SAVE THE DATE…

Job Growth SAVE THE DATE… Demand over the next 10 years for project managers is growing faster than demand for workers in other occupations. Organizations, however, face risks from this talent gap. As per Anderson Economic Group (AEG) talent gap analysis the jobs and career growth for project managers within the 11 countries, through 2027, is expected to grow by 33 percent, or nearly 22 million new jobs. By 2027, employers will need nearly 88 million individuals in project management-oriented roles. China and India will represent more than 75 percent of the total project management-oriented employment.

Got NWAPMI Membership? Let others know! Your Name Here Purchase an Official NWAPMI metal name badge for about $13 bucks! Email administration@nwapmi.org May also purchase before the start of each Monthly Chapter Meeting – see Christine Bartell

2018 Officers Office Current Officer President Christine Bartell, PMP® VP Administration Pench Batta, PMP®, PMI-ACP® VP Finance Cindy Ragan, PMP® VP Communications Cynthia Cooper, PMP® VP Education Ajay Joshi, PMP VP Programs Manos Stergen, PMP® VP Membership Past President Don Muse, PMP®