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Growth Officer at TAPM at The Ambidextrous Project Manager

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André Castro has been a Telecommunications Engineer since 2002. He did his MBA in Project Management and is experienced in multidisciplinary projects across government, Big Tech, Big4 and mining. He is passionate about helping companies and teams solve complex problems through an ambidextrous approach.

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    Project Manager, Skills Coach at Knowledge brief/ APM fellow and Ambassador,27 Jan 2026 at 10:17 am

    Is AI the next big risk rathe than the next big tool? the tec to produce one is being over taken buy the quantum system that will build them and most of us are already behind in our understanding of how either works . so does this not present a risk

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      Gareth
      Project Manager, Skills Coach at Knowledge brief/ APM fellow and Ambassador,27 Jan 2026 at 10:18 am

      what do you all think?

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        Founding President at Dei Institute - Online University(DIOU),27 Jan 2026 at 10:28 am

        AI is often framed as the next big tool, but it also represents a significant emerging risk. The rapid evolution of technology—especially with quantum computing on the horizon—is accelerating capabilities faster than most organizations and individuals can fully understand or control. The tools to build AI are evolving into systems that may operate beyond conventional oversight, and many are already behind in grasping the implications of either AI or quantum technologies. This gap in understanding, combined with the speed of innovation, creates real risks around ethics, security, decision-making, and governance. It’s not just about leveraging AI as a tool—it’s about managing it responsibly to prevent unintended consequences before they happen.

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      • How can improving your presentation skills lead to project success? Explore practical strategies to enhance your delivery. Visit our blog for additional tips and insights: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=presentation+skills_23jan2026

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        Fiona McIntyre 2 months ago

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        QA Validation Specialist at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals,21 Jan 2026 at 10:21 am

        Hi, I’m Fiona, a QA Validation Specialist with experience in ISO/IEC 17025 equipment calibration and qualification, now working across CQV and CSV in the pharmaceutical industry. I collaborate with cross‑functional teams for site specific projects/ upgrades and capital projects. I’m keen to build my skills in managing projects end‑to‑end, from understanding requirements to assessing risks.

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        Community Development Manager at IPM,21 Jan 2026 at 01:15 pm

        Hi Fiona, great to have you with us! Your experience supporting capital and site projects in pharma will add strong practical insight to the community.

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        Sean Trainor 2 months ago

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        Project Manager at Suretank,21 Jan 2026 at 09:51 am

        Hi, I’m Seán Trainor. With a background in mechanical design, I’ve spent nearly three years in a project management role delivering complex modular E-house projects within Suretank’s offsite manufacturing environment. I’m focused on developing my project management skills and progressing towards best-practice delivery.

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        Community Development Manager at IPM,21 Jan 2026 at 01:13 pm

        Welcome, Seán. Your transition from mechanical design into managing complex modular projects is impressive, and it’s great to see your focus on building strong, best-practice delivery skills.

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      • Good leaders guide, empower, and align employees toward a shared future. Understanding these principles is key to turning change from something people fear into a powerful opportunity for growth and innovation. Get more insights: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=12+change+leadership_21jan2026

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          Seamus
          Project Manager,23 Jan 2026 at 07:57 am

          Strong reminder that effective change leadership is as much about people as it is about strategy. Empowerment and alignment are often the missing pieces.

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          Vivien Olaore 3 months ago

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          Membership Manager at Co-working Company,20 Jan 2026 at 06:58 pm

          Hi! I’m an aspiring Project Manager with a strong background in operational delivery and stakeholder mangaement within service-led environments. I have extensive experience coordinating people, timelines and priorities as well as bringing clarity and structure to complex workflows. I would love to complete the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner certification to formalise practical experience and support my transition hopefully into creative project delivery roles.

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          Digital Transformation Project Manager at Educate.ie,21 Jan 2026 at 08:00 am

          Hi Vivien, welcome to the IPM membership!!.Your experience managing people, priorities, and workflow complexity in service-led environments translates extremely well into project management. Best of luck with PRINCE2 as you formalise that experience and move toward creative project roles.

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          Community Development Manager at IPM,21 Jan 2026 at 08:01 am

          Glad you’ve joined us, Vivien. With your hands-on delivery experience in service-led environments, your transition into formal project frameworks will bring valuable real-world insight.

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          Bailey Coyle Mitchell 3 months ago

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          Student Studying at Construction Management,20 Jan 2026 at 02:08 pm

          Hi my name is Bailey, im currently studying a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Construction Management. I have a keen interest in the construction industry and further would like to become a charterd member of this institute.

          Aulia Qudsi

          Community Development Manager at IPM,21 Jan 2026 at 07:57 am

          Hi Bailey, happy to see you here! Wishing you every success with your Construction Management studies. Looking forward to seeing you grow within the community.

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          Digital Transformation Project Manager at Educate.ie,21 Jan 2026 at 07:58 am

          Welcome to the IPM membership, Bailey! Great to have you here. It’s fantastic to see you already diving into construction management at degree level and planning ahead toward chartered status. Looking forward to seeing your journey unfold!

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          Layla Blue 3 months ago

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          Product Manager at None,20 Jan 2026 at 11:35 am

          Seasoned digital product manager with experience across energy and financial sectors. I have some project management experience although no formal training, so am looking to complete Prince2 foundations while between roles and creating an account as the first step to this journey.

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          Community Development Manager at IPM,21 Jan 2026 at 07:55 am

          Hi Layla, great to have you with us! Your product and delivery background will add real value as you begin your PRINCE2 journey.

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          Digital Transformation Project Manager at Educate.ie,21 Jan 2026 at 07:57 am

          Hi Layla, a warm welcome to the IPM membership! Great to have you here. Your experience as a digital product manager in both energy and financial sectors brings a strong foundation for project work, and it’s fantastic to see you taking the step toward formal certification while between roles. Wishing you a great start to the PRINCE2 journey!

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          Sara Elshahawy 3 months ago

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          Technical Program Manager at Etsy,20 Jan 2026 at 09:23 am

          Project manager in Tech for the past 15 years. Focusing on project requirements, execution, delivery. I worked in a Portfolio Manager capacity for EU compliance and regulations.

          Aulia Qudsi

          Community Development Manager at IPM,20 Jan 2026 at 11:14 am

          Welcome, Sara. Your experience leading technical delivery and managing EU regulatory portfolios is impressive, and I’m looking forward to hearing your perspective on programme and compliance-driven delivery.

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