PMI Houston Energy Corridor: "AI-Powered Agility: Transforming Project Management"
Pre-Dinner Presentation: Leaders LEAD!
Julia C. Rock is an employment expert and career coach who is passionate about transforming workplace dynamics to create collective success between organizations and their employees.
As a former senior finance leader in the oil and gas sector who has managed and scaled global teams, Julia has personally overcome workplace burnout, disengagement, and inequality to coach and empower 1000+ employees to build meaningful careers. She has been featured in several major publications and platforms, including: Fortune, Business Insider, and xoNecole.
Julia is a keynote speaker, presenter, and workshop facilitator who not only captivates and engages her audience, but also spurs them to action.
With years of experience in speaking to both corporate and community audiences, she is skilled in connecting with groups from all walks of life.
Some of her past speaking credits include notable platforms such as: TEDx, Entrepreneur, and National Urban League, amongst various other organizations and universities.
Julia is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP).
She is also a published Author, co- authoring two books focused on helping athletes achieve career success after sports: The Six-Figure Athlete, and Athlete to Entrepreneur Vol II.
Topic Synopsis:
The significance of effective leadership cannot be overstated when it comes to the profitability and sustained success of any organization. Repeated surveys emphasize the importance of trust in leaders, the impact of leadership on an organization, and the necessity of adapting leadership styles to cater to different generational groups. Moreover, organizations worldwide face the ongoing challenge of identifying suitable individuals to lead their organizations through ever-changing economic and social landscapes. This session offers the LEAD framework to identify untapped leadership skills within your organization, attract and develop high-performing leaders, and increase engagement, ultimately improving financial performance.
Learning Objectives:
Attendees will gain insight into how they can:
- Actively Listen to identify pain points and areas of improvement that can become new opportunities for leadership development.
- Engage and empower your organization to understand its strengths, increase productivity, and deliver better results.
- Assess whether you have the right people in the right positions to inspire, motivate, and activate your organization, enabling them to accomplish more than they thought possible.
- Develop and unleash key talent for leadership, ensuring the capability to achieve your strategic and financial
.
PDU Triangle:
1.0 Power Skills PDU
Dinner Presentation: AI-Powered Agility: Transforming Project Management
Samant Kumar is a seasoned Portfolio Manager and Agile Program Manager at Capgemini, boasting over 21 years of extensive experience in Agile Program/Project Management and software solution delivery across diverse domains. His professional journey is marked by a rich repertoire of certifications including SAFe SPC, ICP-ACC, A-CSM, CSM, and CSPO, solidifying his reputation as an agile champion.
Having previously contributed to IBM, Samant has cultivated a career focused on agile coaching, leadership, and management across product, program, and project dimensions. His proficiency spans agile tools, virtual collaboration tools, and career guidance, underscoring his commitment to achieving successful project outcomes and nurturing team excellence.
Samant's educational background includes a postgraduate degree in Finance and Marketing, complementing his Bachelor of Technology credentials. Actively engaged in the Agile community, he is a distinguished speaker at Agile/PM conferences like Agile 2024, PMI Houston 50th conference and Expo, other Universities Symposiums, and local PMI chapters. His contributions have earned him recognition such as the Globee Award 2024, along with numerous accolades from Capgemini and IBM.
He is affiliated with esteemed professional associations including IEEE, PMI, Asian Society of Indian Engineers (ASIE), International Association of Engineers, Scrum Alliance, Agile Alliance, Scrum.org, and Keep Austin Agile (KAA). Samant has also served as a judge in prestigious events like the Stevie Award, Globee Award, Texas Science and Engineering Fair (TXSEF), and Science Exhibition of Houston. Committed to mentorship, he actively participates in programs at Katy ISD School District, Texas, and adplist.org.
Samant has contributed to several publications featured in prominent platforms such as UT Dallas Project Management Symposium, IGI Global Publishing, Dzone, and SIUE PM Symposium. Beyond his professional commitments, he resides in Katy, Texas, with his wife and two children, finding joy in reading, cooking, meditation, and mentoring on spirituality.
Samant Kumar's multidimensional expertise and dedication establish him as a valuable asset in the domains of Agile and project management, embodying leadership and innovation in his professional endeavors.
Topic Synopsis:
"AI-Powered Agility: Transforming Project Management" explores the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Agile project management practices. This presentation will illustrate how AI can enhance Agile methodologies by providing predictive analytics, automating repetitive tasks, and delivering actionable insights. Attendees will learn how AI tools can improve sprint planning, optimize resource management, and facilitate real-time risk assessment. By integrating AI into Agile frameworks, teams can achieve greater efficiency, make data-driven decisions, and swiftly adapt to evolving project demands. This session will showcase practical applications of AI in Agile environments and offer strategies for leveraging these technologies to drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and achieve superior project outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
- Explore AI Integration: Demonstrate how AI enhances Agile processes
- Provide Practical Strategies: Offer actionable insights for implementing AI tools and techniques within Agile frameworks.
- Highlight Benefits and Challenges: Assess the impact of AI on project efficiency and decision-making, addressing
- potential challenges
PDU Triangle:
1.0 Ways of Working PDU
Event Information
| Event Date | 11-14-2024 5:00 pm |
| Event End Date | 11-14-2024 8:00 pm |
| Cut Off Date | 11-14-2024 8:00 pm |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Registered | 21 |
| Individual Price | $25 Members / $30 Guests |
| Location | Home2 Suites Energy Corridor |
Agendas
| 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Registration & Networking |
| 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Pre-Dinner Speaker Presentation |
| 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Networking, Dinner Opens, Chapter Announcements |
| 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Dinner Speaker Presentation |
Speakers
Julia Rock
Julia C. Rock is an employment expert and career coach who is passionate about transforming workplace dynamics to create collective success between organizations and their employees. She has coached and empowered 1000+ employees to build meaningful careers. She has been featured in several major publications and platforms, including: Fortune, BusinessInsider, and xoNecole. Julia is also a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Certified Employment Interview Professional(CEIP). She is also a published Author, co-authoring two books focused on helping athletes achieve career greatness after sports: The Six-Figure Athlete, and Athlete to Entrepreneur Vol II. When she is not working, Julia enjoys exercise, traveling, writing, and adding to her ever-growing sneaker collection.
Samant Kumar
Samant Kumar is a seasoned Portfolio Manager and Agile Program Manager at Capgemini, boasting over 21 years of extensive experience in Agile Program/Project Management and software solution delivery across diverse domains. His professional journey is marked by a rich repertoire of certifications including SAFe SPC, ICP-ACC, A-CSM, CSM, and CSPO, solidifying his reputation as an agile champion. Having previously contributed to IBM, Samant has cultivated a career focused on agile coaching, leadership, and management across product, program, and project dimensions. His proficiency spans agile tools, virtual collaboration tools, and career guidance, underscoring his commitment to achieving successful project outcomes and nurturing team excellence. Samant's educational background includes a postgraduate degree in Finance and Marketing, complementing his Bachelor of Technology credentials. Actively engaged in the Agile community, he is a distinguished speaker at Agile/PM conferences like Agile 2024, PMI Houston 50th conference and Expo, other Universities Symposiums, and local PMI chapters. His contributions have earned him recognition such as the Globee Award 2024, along with numerous accolades from Capgemini and IBM. He is affiliated with esteemed professional associations including IEEE, PMI, Asian Society of Indian Engineers (ASIE), International Association of Engineers, Scrum Alliance, Agile Alliance, Scrum.org, and Keep Austin Agile (KAA). Samant has also served as a judge in prestigious events like the Stevie Award, Globee Award, Texas Science and Engineering Fair (TXSEF), and Science Exhibition of Houston. Committed to mentorship, he actively participates in programs at Katy ISD School District, Texas, and adplist.org. Samant has contributed to several publications featured in prominent platforms such as UT Dallas Project Management Symposium, IGI Global Publishing, Dzone, and SIUE PM Symposium. Beyond his professional commitments, he resides in Katy, Texas, with his wife and two children, finding joy in reading, cooking, meditation, and mentoring on spirituality. Samant Kumar's multidimensional expertise and dedication establish him as a valuable asset in the domains of Agile and project management, embodying leadership and innovation in his professional endeavors.