PMI Bulgaria Chapter

🎄 Make a wish for Christmas and see miracles come true with PMI Bulgaria Chapter and #PMIBulgariaMentorshipProgram! You have the unique opportunity to participate in the 2nd intake of the Mentorship Program like a Mentor or Mentee - the choice is yours. 🔗 Application process is open until 02 Feb 2025. Details https://lnkd.in/dcm4iibp 

What makes our community thrive? 🤔 💡 It's the power of connection, knowledge sharing, and growth!  We're thrilled to announce the (𝗿𝗲)𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺, specially designed to support project management professionals at every stage of their careers. Imagine having a mentor to guide you, share invaluable insights, and help you navigate your career path. This is your chance to learn, grow, and succeed together! For more information and to sign up, visit our website:  🔗https://lnkd.in/dcm4iibp Join us and experience the true strength of community because #TogetherWeCan! 🙌 #PMIBulgariaMentorshipProgram #projectmanagement #community

🙌 Young people are tomorrow's global leaders! We are proud to continue our partnership with 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 this year to support and prepare youth for success. This amazing program, designed for students from 5th to 11th grade, aims to uncover natural leaders among children and help them develop crucial qualities and skills, including project management, to realize their leadership potential. Because working with the youngest is the most inspiring thing, we are offering our project management expertise, resources, and volunteers to aid them in their missions. http://dla.bg/bg/item/963/ #ProjectManagement #PMIBulgaria #Leadership #Youth

𝗣𝗠𝗜 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 - 𝟭𝟮𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽! As we wrap up another incredible year, we were thrilled to host our final event in partnership with Businessmap (formerly Kanbanize), as one of our main Chapter sponsors. Together, we’ve shown that collaboration allows us to reach more project professionals, drive greater impact, and empower success in today’s fast-changing world. This highly practical and engaging session featured Sensata Technologies and their Agile consultant. They shared their inspiring journey of doubling productivity and achieving significant results through the right approach to work and collaboration with Businessmap. 💡 Key takeaways:  ✔️ Visibility brings positive results ✔️ Avoid fragmentation tasks within the project, this can hinder efficiency  ✔️ Dashboards are easy way to pinpoint issues We have also recognized one of the student teams from the PMI Student Hackathon for their remarkable achievement of winning a special award for “𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻”. A huge thank you to our speakers Ivaylo Gueorguiev and Dimitar Panayotov for sharing their valuable experience and insights! We also extend our gratitude to our gracious hosts at Laura Catering for providing a wonderful venue. As we conclude 2024, we are already looking ahead with excitement to continuing our collaborations and celebrating 15 years of the Chapter in 2025! Stay tuned for a series of impactful initiatives and celebrations that will highlight the incredible journey of our community. #ProjectManagement #PMIBulgaria #ThankYou #MonthlyMeeting #2025

𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁-𝗚𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰: 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂! 🙏 A huge thank you to all our amazing workshop facilitators who shared their expertise at the Next-Gen Project Management Summit 2024! Your insights and practical tools will undoubtedly help attendees excel in their project management roles. Here's a recap of some of the insightful workshops: ✔ RAID Log Quick-Start Workshop by Kim Essendrup, PMP: This workshop demystified the power of RAID logs (Risks, Actions, Issues, Decisions) and equipped attendees with the knowledge and tools to keep their projects on track, manage challenges effectively, and ultimately achieve success.  All attendees received a complimentary 6-month license for RAIDLOG.com, the leading software for RAID log management. ✔ LEGO® Serious Play® methodology by Ralitza Stanoeva: This interactive workshop explored the theme "Me and the Leader in Me" using the LEGO® Serious Play® methodology. Participants gained valuable self-reflection, explored their leadership potential, and learned how to cultivate an authentic leadership style. ✔ GenAI Landscape for Project Professionals by Tomasz Grochowski: This hands-on session showcased the power of generative AI tools. Attendees learned how to leverage AI to enhance their project workflows, streamline tasks, and gain valuable insights for decision-making. The workshop covered popular tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, empowering participants to optimize their projects with cutting-edge technology. ✔ Dealing with Challenging Behaviors in Projects by Gergana Markova: This interactive workshop provided participants with the skills to manage challenging behaviors in project teams. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of different types of difficult personalities, learned strategies for effective communication, and discovered how to foster a positive and productive project environment. ✔ Agile and Waterfall: Friends or Foes? by Ivan Vaptsarov: This workshop deconstructed the often-misunderstood relationship between Agile and Waterfall methodologies.  Participants learned how to create effective hybrid methodologies that combine the strengths of both approaches to tailor project management strategies to individual project needs. The workshop also featured a hands-on exercise where attendees practiced building their own hybrid methodologies. We extend a heartfelt thank you to all our workshop facilitators for sharing their expertise and passion with our attendees. A big thank you also goes to all the participants for their active engagement and willingness to learn. #NextGenPMSummit #ProjectManagement #Workshops #ThankYou #PMIBulgaria

𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 The echoes of the Next-Gen Project Management Summit 2024 are still ringing in our ears. It was an incredible day filled with inspiring keynotes, insightful panel discussions, and invaluable networking opportunities. 🙏 We want to express our sincere gratitude to our amazing speakers: 🔹 Rich Maltzman, PMPⓇ (毛睿智),  Inspired us to think beyond traditional project management, exploring the potential of sustainability and AI to revolutionize the industry. 🔹 Lloyd J Skinner Shared practical insights on leveraging AI to optimize project outcomes and make data-driven decisions. 🔹 Tony McMurray FCMA CGMA Inspired us with his personal journey of leadership and shared insights on how to empower teams, drive innovation, and achieve organizational excellence. 🔹 Diana Stefanova Shared her vision for the future of work and how to leverage emerging technologies to drive innovation and create sustainable solutions. 🔹 Marta Krafta PMP Took us on an extraordinary journey, sharing her experiences managing projects in the harsh Antarctic environment. 🔹 Chris Cashell Redefined the project delivery by emphasizing the importance of human-centric leadership, collaboration, and adaptability in navigating the complexities of modern project management. 🔹 Lukas Zenk Left us captivated with his inspiring words and interactive exercises, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended. Your knowledge and insights were invaluable! 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 We’re still relishing the memory of the insightful panel discussions at the Next-Gen Project Management Summit 2024. These sessions brought together brilliant minds to explore the future of project management. 🙏 A special thanks to our panelists: 🔹 Gen AI’s Next Inflection Point: Georgi Ganev, Baycho Georgiev, Krum Markov and moderated by Theodor V Panayotov 🔹 How to Lead the DANCE in an Uncertain World: Dinna Temelkova, Andon Simeonov, Tommy Ver Elst and moderated by Petya Rasheva 🔹 Sustainable Growth: Moving Beyond Why to How: Irena Komitova, Marina Stefanova, PhD, Kalin Ivanov and moderated by Kamelia Slaveykova Together, we explored the transformative power of AI, the importance of adaptable leadership, and the need for sustainable project practices. Take a look at the pictures gallery at our website https://lnkd.in/dZugvKF3 #PMSummit2024 #NextGenPMSummit #ProjectManagement #UnlimitedPotential #PMIBulgaria

📣 Event Announcement 🌟 We are happy to invite you to our 127th Monthly Chapter Meeting, in collaboration with our sponsor Businessmap (formerly Kanbanize)'s knowledge-sharing series - Reinvention in Action! Join us to hear from Sensata Technologies and their Agile consultant how, through the right approach to work and collaboration with Businessmap, they were able to double their productivity and achieve significant results. 🗓️ WHEN: November 28, 18:30 EET 📍 WHERE: Sofia, Laura Catering, National Palace of Culture, A4 entrance (on the side towards Vitosha blvd.), floor 2 You can find out more about this event here: https://lnkd.in/dc3VxNHE 🔗 REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/d2YmdQDp 🇧🇬 The language of the event is Bulgarian. 🎓 For this event, certified participants will receive 1 PDU (0.5 Ways of Working, 0.5 Power Skills).

🎉 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our community as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of International Project Management Day this November! On this special milestone, we honor your hard work, dedication, and the invaluable contributions you make to the field of project management. Here’s to celebrating your successes and continuing to drive excellence in every project you undertake! This year, our community celebrated our professional holiday by organizing the project management event of the year, the 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 "𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁-𝗚𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗿𝗮 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹" held on November 6 in Sofia. With a remarkable gathering of industry professionals, innovative sessions, and inspiring keynotes, the event set a new benchmark for excellence in project management. We were delighted to see so many of you in attendance, actively participating, and contributing to the vibrant exchange of ideas. Your participation and enthusiasm contributed immensely to the event's success. The Next Gen PM Summit kicked off with inspiring opening speeches by the President of the PMI Bulgaria Chapter, Boyana Zahova, and Aneliya Chervenova, VP of Professional Development. They highlighted the importance of: ✔ Synergy between business and project goals ✔ Sustainable project practices ✔ Effective leadership ✔ Leveraging AI for project success ✔ Mentorship and community engagement Let's continue to drive innovation and shape the future of project management together! 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁! 🚀 We're excited to announce the launch of the PMI Bulgaria Chapter Student Club and the Student Hackathon, focused on sustainable solutions. These initiatives aim to inspire young professionals, foster collaboration, and drive innovation in the project management field. Let's inspire and support the next wave of project leaders! 🙏 Seeing such a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to advancing project management was a pleasure. We hope you found the sessions insightful and that the connections you made will be valuable to your personal and professional growth. Thank you for making this event unforgettable! Marina Petrova Nadya Ilieva Ivalina Alexieva, PMP Aglika Boyadzhieva Dobrina Milusheva, PMP Aleksandr Kartomin Maria Hristova Tanita Pampulova Slavena Dudrenova Assya Kirova, MBA, PMP® Elena Baillie, PMP, AHPP™ Elena Elenkova Gabriela Mitsova Hristina Ruseva Maria Stoyanova, PMP, ITIL, PSM, PSPO, PRINCE2, SAFe Tseno Tsenov, PMP Svetlana Philpott #PMSummit2024 #NextGenPMSummit #ProjectManagement #UnlimitedPotential #PMIBulgaria

Happy International Project Management Day!

🚀 We can't wait to meet you tomorrow! The most important project management event of the year - 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁-𝗚𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗿𝗮 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹, is about to happen in a day and it will be remarkable!  Our wonderful team of dedicated volunteers will be there for you! Tomorrow you will: 🎤Learn from inspiring speakers! 💡 Participate in amusing workshops! 💥Exchange ideas during the panels! We are so thrilled! See you tomorrow!  📅Date: November 6, 2024 📍 Venue: Hall 3, National Palace of Culture, Sofia #PMSummit2024 #NextGenPMSummit #ProjectManagement #UnlimitedPotential #PMIBulgaria #Workshops