PMI Houston: Project You: Optimize Your Brand

Project You: Optimize Your Brand

With over 30 years of professional experience, Benny Kinsey brings a well-rounded and mission-driven approach to training, recruitment, talent analytics, and workforce development. His career spans the military, manufacturing, and corporate sectors—including leadership roles in both government and Fortune 100 organizations—giving him a deep understanding of how to build, lead, and retain high-performing teams in diverse environments.

As a U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major (Retired), Benny developed a strong foundation in operational planning, team building, and strategic execution. Transitioning from the military into roles across the automotive industry, state corrections, tech, and aviation, He has consistently applied those same principles—discipline, integrity, and adaptability—to the business world.

Currently holding an Executive MBA from Texas A&M University, along with certifications in Human Resources, Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, and Executive Coaching, Benny continues to evolve as a leader focused on driving measurable results through people-first strategies. He has a strong passion for helping others navigate career transitions, especially fellow veterans, through mentoring, coaching, and volunteer work with organizations like FourBlock and United4Vets.

His leadership style is grounded in transparency, accountability, and ethical performance. Benny is deeply committed building resilient teams to accomplish unprecedented results while fostering cultures of trust, respect, learning, and innovation.

Whether he's building apprenticeship programs, guiding emerging leaders, or creating new pipelines for underrepresented talent, he is motivated by service, continuous learning, and helping others achieve their potential.

Topic Synopsis:

Your most important project is you. Project You: Optimize Your Brand is an interactive professional-development event designed to help participants define their unique value, strengthen their presence, and communicate their story with confidence.

Through practical insights and guided exercises, attendees will learn how to align their skills, values, image, and online presence into a clear, authentic personal brand. Whether pursuing a new role, growing a business, or preparing for the next stage of their career, participants will leave with actionable strategies to increase their visibility, build meaningful connections, and create opportunities.

It’s time to take ownership of how you show up and ensure your brand reflects where you’re headed.

Learning Objectives:

1. Transition from Military to Civilian life
2. Prepare for the job search
3. How to present yourself

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