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701: Preparing to Lead: Critical Project Management Skills for the HR Executive
This pre-conference program is an optional add-on and requires a separate registration fee.

Managing projects effectively is no small feat, especially when they stretch across divisions, time zones and even continents. The stakes are high: a poorly managed project can derail careers and jeopardize organizations while a well-executed one can catapult you into a position of influence and secure your seat at the table. Are your Project Management skills ready to lead at that level? This dynamic and highly interactive session will equip you to: 1. Build a strong, results-driven foundation for success 2. Confidently lead teams and resources. 3. Ensure measurable outcomes. 4. Control scope, resources, and timelines to stay on time and budget. Whether you’re overseeing a small initiative or a global, cross-functional project, this session will equip you with the expertise to lead with confidence and deliver with excellence for career-defining success.
Session Type: Preconference Workshop
Session Tracks: Leadership & Development
Learning Outcome 1: Master the Strategic Foundations of Project Management: Learn how to scope, plan, and execute enterprise initiatives that align with organizational strategy, financial goals, and stakeholder expectations.
Learning Outcome 2: Drive Results Through Precision and Influence: Gain practical tools for managing timelines, budgets, risks, and resources—while communicating deliverables in business terms that resonate with senior leaders.
Learning Outcome 3: Lead Projects with Confidence and Control: Apply proven frameworks and digital tools (RACI, Gantt charts, Smartsheet, and more) to monitor progress, manage risk, and deliver measurable outcomes that elevate your leadership impact.
  • Monday, Jun 151:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
    (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM GMT)

Speakers

Valerie Grubb

President, Val Grubb & Associates Ltd.

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