HR policies, laws, best practices, and hiring trends move at the speed of light and face more complexity than ever. Whether it’s rolling out new AI-driven tech, ensuring your employees stay engaged in their work, or redesigning training and development programs, HR projects are critical to the success of any enterprise organization.
HR doesn’t have a people problem—it has a process problem. That’s where project management comes in.
In this dynamic panel discussion, we’ll explore why project management is the skill set every HR leader needs to confidently navigate AI, tech, and transformation, and how it can be your secret advantage in driving workforce success. No technical jargon or overwhelming processes—just results-driven strategies that help you deliver with clarity, speed, and impact.
If you're tired of redoing, relaunching, or re-explaining your big ideas, this is for you. Join us and start leading HR projects that actually land, last, and drive progress.
Project Management Institute
Platinum Sponsor
Overview
PMI is the leading authority in project management, dedicated to guiding the way to project success. Since 1969, PMI has shone a light on the power of project management and the people behind the projects. With a global community, gold-standard professional certifications, and career-long learning opportunities, PMI empowers current and aspiring project professionals, as well as organizations, with knowledge and resources to lead effectively and create an impact in the communities they serve. Join PMI in elevating our world – one project at a time.
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Product Categories: Business Acumen & HR Strategy > Organizational Planning, Leadership Skill & Development > Certificate Programs, Certifications, Leadership Skill & Development > Seminars, Educational Programs, Leadership Skill & Development > Training Materials & Methods
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How to prevent your critical projects from going off the rails
Simple, proven project tools you can use immediately and tactics for leading through complexity
Why training and development in project management is critical to every part of your workforce
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7:00 a.m. Monday, Jun 30
Monday, Jun 30
Speakers
Kristina Curtiss
Leadership and Emotional Intelligence Expert
Project Management Specialist
Kristina Curtiss, PMP, knows that project success isn’t just about deadlines—it’s about people, strategy, and, sometimes, the perfectly timed pep talk. She is a seasoned project manager with experience across multiple industries, driven by a passion for leading projects to successful outcomes through emotional intelligence. She thrives on understanding people—their motivations, challenges, and communication styles—to foster effective collaboration and meaningful connections. Her desire to help others find their direction, Kristina became a Certified Professional Coach in 2024. Kristina shared her success story in the publication Unstoppable: The Rise of Female Global Leaders and is currently working on a new publication that explores the powerful link between strong leadership and high emotional intelligence. Her work aims to inspire professionals to lead with empathy, awareness, and strategic insight------- preferably with minimal corporate jargon. In her volunteer role as the Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Kristina leads a team of 10 volunteers to support the members of the San Diego Chapter of Project Management Institute (PMI).
Aly Doering
Senior Manager, Customer Success
Humanly
Aly Doering is a Senior Customer Success leader at Humanly, an HR technology company that uses conversational AI to accelerate and humanize hiring and performance processes. She works at the intersection of HR, technology, and strategy—helping Fortune 500 companies implement AI, reimagine talent practices, and lead through disruption. With deep experience in enterprise consulting and organizational effectiveness, Aly translates complex initiatives into clear, people-first outcomes. She offers a practical perspective on AI-driven change, sharing how HR teams can use project management skills to adopt new tools, avoid common pitfalls, and deliver impact without overloading their people.