PMI Houston North: "Orchestrating Intelligent Mega Transactions: From Vision to Value with AI"
Pre-Dinner Presentation: Enhance the Productivity of the Team: The human element and work environment matter.
M. Aslam Mirza
CEngr, MBA, LMG, PMP [Practitioner of Strategic Project Management]
Professional Strengths
a) 4 -Books on “Project Management and Leadership Challenges” Vol I-IV, Published by BEP, US, under the theme of AURA, distinctive energies surrounding a person or a team developed with enhanced competence.
Vol –I – Applying Project Management Principles for Organizational Transformation
Vol – II – Understanding Human Factors and Workplace Environment
Vol – III – Respecting Diversity, Building Team, Meaningfulness, and Growing to Leadership
Vol – IV – Agility in Project Management and Collaboration
b) PMI - PMP – Certification 2006 – valid until 2027
c) PMI Leadership Institute - Organizational Leadership Certificate – 2007
d) Hands-on exposure to Business Management, Consulting, and Corporate Training.
Application of Project Management Approach Leveraging AI for Smart Results.
• Founder and CEO, PMOStrategists, [pmostrategist.com], Jan 2025, helps businesses move strategically with building organizational muscles for change management, and corporate training for reskilling, upskilling, and right-skilling to face current challenges.
• Managing Director & CEO, Integrated Corporate Management Solutions Pvt Ltd, Management Consulting for Strategic Project Management approach, and
Corporate Training. 1996 - 2024
• Project Engineering Co. (Pvt) Ltd, a Construction & Engineering company. 1982 - 1995 Built professional strength & business acumen with extensive exposure to the business challenges of the construction industry in Pakistan and the UAE.
• Progressed all through 40+yr in capacities of Project Manager, and project executive with multinational companies, and ran business in CEO & MD positions
Research-based contribution to Standards - PMI, US. He participated in the task force for Standards since late 1998, for prime projects: Development of (OPM3)
Organizational Project Management Maturity Model and CMBOK, an Extension for Construction. Besides other contributions, he initiated and authored the Claim
Management Chapter for CMBOK. He continued with the task force for PMI-Standards: Portfolio/Program Management 1st & 2nd Ed, OPM3 Update Project-2008, Standards for Project Manager Competence Framework, and CMBOK Update-2008.
Topic Synopsis:
Enhance the Productivity of the Team: The human element and work environment matter.
You can't enhance productivity if your work environment is holding you back. Are you struggling to focus? Do you feel drained by the end of the day? The solution isn't just about working harder—it's about working smarter by optimizing your surroundings. The presentation will reveal how your physical and digital workspace directly impacts your productivity, creativity, and overall well-being.
You will find a blueprint for being more productive, balanced, and successful in your work life.
Imagine a workday where you feel focused and energized. Your space supports your goals, not sabotages them.
Manage Human Elements with actionable strategies.
· Reduce distractions and achieve deep focus.
· Organize your digital and physical space to save time and reduce stress.
· Boost your energy and well-being with simple environmental changes.
· Feel more in control with AI Support in your work and your time.
Manage Work Environment
a) The physical Environment
b) The Digital Environment
c) The Psychological Environment
Apply the Project Management approach for continuous improvement.
1. Assess the Current State
2. Implement Targeted Interventions
3. Monitor, Adapt, and Sustain
Productivity on an endeavor isn’t a one-time fix; it's a Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle.
· Progress: Use key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the impact of your changes. These could be quantitative (e.g., number of completed tasks per week, reduction in meeting time) or qualitative (e.g., team satisfaction scores).
· Hold Regular Check-ins: Schedule brief, recurring sessions to discuss what's working and what isn't. This allows the team to provide real-time feedback and suggest adjustments.
· Refine the Approach: Based on the data and feedback, be willing to adjust your strategies. If a new tool isn't working, try a different one. If a new meeting structure isn't effective, adapt it. This continuous adaptation is the key to long-term success.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Takeaways
- Strategies for managing human elements
- Managing work environment
- Project Management Approach for Enhancing Productivity
- Enhancing Satisfaction in Work Life
PDU Triangle:
0.5 Ways of Working & 0.5 Power Skills PDU
Dinner Presentation: Orchestrating Intelligent Mega Transactions: From Vision to Value with AI
Akin Oni is a lifelong leadership student and senior project executive with expertise in Transactions, Capital Investments Governance & Assurance, Megaprojects Delivery, Project Management Services, and Engineering Project Management Training in multi-industry environments – Oil, Natural Gas, LNG, and Mining, and across continents.
Akin holds a bachelor’s degree, with honors, in Mechanical Engineering, an executive MBA in Project Management and various practice credentials. Akin is a member of professional groups such as the PMI, SPE, ASME, AACEI, Toastmasters International, etc. He is a 2-Time Distinguished Toastmaster, and sits on the Education Board of the AACE International.
As a professional, he enjoys working with senior business executives and project leadership teams to bring strategies to live, in a manner that culminates in value creation and measurable growth. He also writes and delivers papers at conferences, mentors up-and-coming project management professionals, facilitates roundtables, and participates in global industry forums.
When he is away from his desk, he enjoys spending quality time with his family, travelling, photography, volunteering, writing, wellness and all things real FOOTBALL (a.k.a. SOCCER)!
Topic Synopsis:
Acquisitions and divestments (A&D) are among the most powerful levers of corporate strategy - they reshape industries, redefine competitive landscapes, and unlock transformative value. Yet, these projects remain some of the most complex and risk-laden endeavors leaders face: fragmented data, diverse stakeholders, regulatory minefields, and compressed timelines.
In this era of exponential data, evolving risks, and relentless speed, Project and Deal Leaders must move beyond traditional approaches. AI is not a magic bullet - it is a strategic enabler that can elevate leadership, accelerate clarity, and orchestrate intelligent outcomes.
In this executive session, we will explore practical frameworks, proven AI levers, and real-world case studies that show how visionary leaders are using AI to drive smarter, faster, and more resilient Mega Transactions - from opportunity assessment through seamless integration.
You will walk away with actionable tools, including:
· The 5 Strategic AI Levers that enhance deal precision and risk management.
· A 5-Step AI Integration Framework for embedding AI into every phase of transaction execution.
As undeniable stewards of organizational transformation - regardless of industry or business size - Project Managers and Executives sit at the forefront of this shift. This session will close with thought-provoking Calls to Action to help you lead the future of A&D project success in the AI era.
Come ready to think differently. Let’s rub minds - and orchestrate what’s next.
Learning Objectives:
This speech aims to:
1. Illuminate the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in driving intelligent, value-creating outcomes across acquisitions and divestments (A&D).
2. Present a strategic, leadership-focused framework for integrating AI tools, methodologies, and mindsets throughout the lifecycle of Mega Transactions.
3. Equip Project Leaders and Deal Teams with actionable insights to navigate the evolving complexities of A&D projects in an AI-enabled global business landscape.
4. Inspire forward-looking executives and industry leaders to adopt AI-driven practices for smarter, more ethical decision-making and sustainable long-term impact.
PDU Triangle:
1 Business Acumen PDU
Event Information
| Event Date | 10-02-2025 5:00 pm |
| Event End Date | 10-02-2025 8:00 pm |
| Cut Off Date | 10-02-2025 8:00 pm |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Individual Price | $20 Members / $40 Guests |
| Location | Valley Ranch Grill & Barbeque |