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The start of the movement to capitalize on the power of project management has existed in earnest (not in the Ancient Egyptian times) since the 50s & 60s. This management “wake-up call” was led by government agencies attempting to control late delivery/over-budget projects.  What was initially called Cost/Schedule Control System Criteria (C/SCSC) later morphed several times into what is now known as Earned Value Management System (EVMS). While the EVMS didn’t turn out to be the panacea it was hyped to be, it did demonstrate the importance of utilizing concepts, tools, and techniques that would improve performance in cost-effective delivery of products or services.

From Lee R. Lambert: "I have been involved in much of this growth and expansion of project management. I initiated my entry into private industry when the Gantt chart (circa 1910) was one of the only useful methods of planning a project and eventually showing progress against that plan. Clearly, the Gantt chart left a lot to be desired, and as the need for integrating multiple components of a project with budgets and resource allocations the focus on improvement became obvious.  Then along came critical timing of multiple project interface relationships and the demand for further improvement and sophistication became paramount to success.      

It was 1966 when, what later was to become my career, I started my first official project management job out of school working for Chicago Bridge & Iron in Salt Lake City, Utah. My job was to do the engineering design for large, double-walled cryogenic liquid storage tanks. I want to share with the audience the truth about the serious lack of project management skills, tools, and processes I remember I discovered.  I was a bit shocked knowing that the more sophisticated the project the more likely the failure (meaning late/over cost—scope was often an afterthought). The expansion of project management as a “way of doing business” started to become an area of serious attention in the 70s-80s. I moved out of engineering and focused my work life on finding or creating a better way of managing projects. While I personally did not create these important improvements, I did learn how to use them and provide mentorship to staff who would need to be very good at capitalizing on the power of this rapidly growing career option."

This session will share the experiences of someone who has been there through it all. More than 55 years of involvement have exposed the good, the bad, and the ugly of project management. The fact is that project management has grown from one obvious individual need into multiple professional organizations seeking answers for their members worldwide. The current status is a testament to the success of an approach and a demonstration of the validity of making a career transition. Why has this happened? What will happen next? We have gone from basic project scheduling to comprehensive integrated project planning to an Agile explosion that has had the impact of a 7.5 quake on the Richter Scale, and we aren’t done yet as AI is threatening to change everything (again). And let’s not forget Supply Chain and Change Management and the role they will play in the effective use of project management. 

Following the webinar, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions.

Learning Objectives:

For this session, participants will:

• Will understand how the profession has expanded
• Will recognize “highest” ROI tools/techniques
• Will anticipate/understand future options

Speaker: Lee R. Lambert 

Lee R. Lambert is considered throughout the world as one of the project management profession’s thought leaders. He has been spreading the PM word for over 50 years and was one of the Founders of the PMP. Lee has been recognized by the Project Management Institute as one of only 70 PMI Fellows. He brings a “real world” message to those hoping to excel in their role of managing projects. His unique and humorous style creates an enjoyable and productive learning environment.

Lambert has implemented four enterprise-wide project management information systems and his work in developing High Performance Teams has been judged a miracle. He has prepared and delivered user training to thousands of employees at AT&T, IBM, General Electric, Microsoft, Roche, and countless others. His value-add consulting and training have been instrumental in creating successful PMOs to drive rapid implementation. He has provided “public” training programs for more than 50,000 professionals in 23 countries. Lee loves sharing his experience and knowledge. Lee is currently VP of Knowledge Transfer for Roeder Consulting in Cleveland, Ohio. Lee can be reached at leeceopmp@gmail.com.

Agenda

• 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM - Registration; Networking; Dinner
• 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM - Chapter Announcements
• 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM - Presentation
• 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Q&A

SPECIAL OFFER! Private Tour of the Battleship USS IOWA 

Meal

• Buffet style with the following menu options: Chicken Parmigiana, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Chicken Broccoli Alfredo, Shrimp Pesto Pasta
• Includes Hawaiian Rolls and Garden Salad
• Variety of soft drinks

PDUs

A total of 2 PDUs will be awarded to the attendees, with the following breakdown:

• 1.0 PDU - Power Skills 
• 1.0 PDU - Business Acumen 

No further action is required.

Price

EARLY BIRD Pricing for Registrations BEFORE August 2, 2023, 11:59 PM (Deadline)

• $35 for PMI-LA Members
• $40 for Non-Members
• $25 for Students and Military

Registrations AFTER the Early Bird Deadline

• $45 for PMI-LA Members
• $50 for Non-Members
• $25 for Students and Military

Students & Military:

• Contact vpprograms@pmi-la.org with your school or military ID number to receive a code for special pricing ($25) 

Location

Battleship USS Iowa Museum

250 S Harbor Blvd
Los Angeles (San Pedro), CA 90731

The Wardroom

[Click Here for Directions]

The Wardroom is the most formal setting for crew dining. The Wardroom was where generations of junior officers were served by white-clad orderlies. Special event guests will long remember the spacious and open atmosphere of Iowa’s wardroom. Easy sightlines accommodate speaking programs and award presentations against the nautical backdrop of large portholes with heavy brass fittings. The Wardroom has a fixed seating arrangement, projector, screen, and basic audio.  

Face masks are optional. The Chapter will have some available should you feel more comfortable wearing one.

Parking

Parking is free for the first hour and $2 per hour after that. You will need a credit card upon exit.

You can park in the lot closest to the Battleship.

Event Sponsors - Thank You!

Questions, Suggestions, Volunteer Inquiries

Contact the Flagship Team at vpprograms@pmi-la.org