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Asen Conev

Head of PMO

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Asen Conev is a seasoned executive leader with 15+ years of expertise in project management. He specialises in leveraging project management and portfolio oversight to drive transformative business changes and strategy execution. He also specialises in establishing and leading high-performance PMOs from the ground up, predominantly in the Technology and IT sectors.

  • At its core, Agile is about delivering value early and often, collaborating closely with customers, and adapting quickly to change.

    Created in 2001 by a group of software developers, the Agile Manifesto was a response to rigid, traditional project management methods that often failed to adapt to change or meet real user needs.

    Learn more about Agile with our Agile Project Management Diploma: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/courses/agile-project-management-diploma/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=agile+manifesto_10apr2026

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    Nilakantha Bhoi 2 weeks ago

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    Procurement Specialist at International,09 Apr 2026 at 06:50 pm

    Looking forward to learn from each other’s experience!

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      Nilakantha
      Procurement Specialist at International,09 Apr 2026 at 07:17 pm

      Would be happy to discuss with peers on my area of work (public procurement)

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        Nilakantha
        Procurement Specialist at International,09 Apr 2026 at 07:20 pm

        Lets share our experience to gain insight on the key drivers impacting new era project management

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        Procurement Specialist
      • Leading a successful project requires effective leadership skills, clear communication, and dedication to achieving your vision. With the proper strategy and team, it is possible to take a project from its inception to exceptional results. Check out this IPM’s Leading and Negotiating for Project Success course to learn more: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/courses/leading-and-negotiating-for-project-success/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=how+to+lead+effectively_08apr2026

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      • How do you think this will impact the project management field?

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      • The phase-gate process is a project management methodology that breaks down a project into a series of phases, each with its own set of deliverables and gates.

        At each gate, the project is reviewed to ensure that it is on track and that the risks are manageable. This helps to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Read our article: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/successful-project-manager-v-making-the-most-out-of-phase-gate-process/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=stage+phase+gate_03apr2026

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      • A project management framework consists of the processes, tasks, and tools used to take a project from start to finish. It encompasses all the key components required for planning, managing, and governing projects. Gain comprehensive insights: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=component+pm+framework_01apr2026

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        Nikola Jugov 4 weeks ago

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        Member at Institute Project Management,27 Mar 2026 at 10:56 am

        One thing that stands out to me from recent discussions is how much project success depends on managing trade-offs rather than just following a plan.

        Balancing time, cost, scope, and increasingly sustainability or stakeholder expectations requires constant decision-making, often with incomplete information.

        It seems that the real value of project management is not only in planning, but in making the right decisions under pressure and adapting when conditions change.

        I’m interested to see how others approach decision-making in complex or uncertain project environments.

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      • Discover project management courses in Toronto for 2026. Compare costs, certifications, and flexible learning options.Read moreResouces Feed Grid ImageProject Management Courses Toronto: 2026 Guideinstituteprojectmanagement.com

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        Sarika Seervi 5 weeks ago

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        Community Development Contributor at IPM,19 Mar 2026 at 04:32 am

        With so many teams now working remotely / virtual setups, the way we learn and grow at work has also changed.
        I’m curious to hear from professionals here 👇

        If your company could offer short, engaging workshops or trainings (say 1–2 hours), what topics would you actually find valuable — and why?
        It could be anything, such as:
        • Speaking confidently/better communication within teams
        • Productivity & focus while working remotely
        • Stress management
        • Team engagement
        • Fun/motivation sessions

        Also curious to know:
        1. Why would you want your company to invest in such training?
        2. How do you think it would benefit you or the team?

        And one more thing-
        1. How many of you have attended a workshop or training virtually that genuinely added value to your work?
        2. Would you like to have more such sessions in your organization?
        3. Would you recommend similar training to others?

        Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and experiences.

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          Barbara
          Commercial Marketing Assistant at IPM,20 Mar 2026 at 11:51 am

          Hi Sarika, That’s a great question — this is something I’ve been thinking about a lot with remote work becoming the norm.

          For me, the most valuable short workshops would be:
          • Clear communication & feedback — especially in virtual teams where tone and intent can easily get lost
          • Deep work & focus strategies — managing distractions at home is still a real challenge
          • Stress & energy management — not just avoiding burnout, but sustaining performance long-term

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            Sarika
            Community Development Contributor at IPM,28 Mar 2026 at 11:01 am

            Hi Barbara, those are great points, I too work remotely and totally agree with it.

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