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Senior Project Manager at EDC

Canada

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Kevin McGowan is a senior Project Management and programme leader with experience delivering complex initiatives across public, non-profit, and technology organisations. He has held executive leadership roles and led national-scale programmes, focusing on clarity, consistency, and leadership in uncertain delivery environments.

  • Do you recognise the uncommon ways emotional intelligence manifests in leadership? Beyond the usual traits like empathy or self-regulation, emotional intelligence also appears in subtle habits like maintaining optimism in challenges.

    As projects grow more complex, emotionally intelligent leaders are better equipped to navigate conflicts, foster trust, and inspire their teams to perform at their best. How many of these rare signs can you spot in yourself?

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  • Whether it’s face-to-face interactions or virtual collaborations, the mode and timing significantly influence communication styles.

    In traditional settings, synchronous gatherings in the same place ensure real-time exchanges, while remote teams rely on asynchronous communication tools to bridge geographical gaps and time disparities.

    Which of these communication methods resonates with your work environment?

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    Surya Barker 7 months ago

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    Program Scheduler at Cognizant (@Google),08 Sep 2025 at 04:36 pm

    I have 10 years of experience as a Project Coordinator, at a tech nonprofit and later Accenture for a client in data center hardware quality and reliability, and was recently hired as a Program Scheduler for hardware development.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,09 Sep 2025 at 04:49 am

    It’s great to meet you, Surya – your mix of experience across sectors feels really valuable, especially as projects become more complex and interconnected. I’m sure your perspective will spark some really meaningful discussions here.

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    Community Development Contributor at IPM,10 Sep 2025 at 05:45 am

    Hi Surya, Great to have you with us!

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    Ahmad AFANEH 7 months ago

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    PMO Director at Nurve Partners,08 Sep 2025 at 12:18 pm

    PhD Civil Engineer & AI-driven PMO Director with 15+ years of global experience in Saudi Arabia, UAE, France, and Jordan. Specialized in Smart Cities, GIS, Data Analytics, and Project Governance, delivering sustainable, AI-powered solutions aligned with Vision 2030 and global standard

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,08 Sep 2025 at 02:30 pm

    Great to have you with us, Ahmad. Your expertise in project governance, AI innovation, and smart city development will bring valuable insights to our discussions. Looking forward to learning from your experience and contributions in the community.

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    Community Development Contributor at IPM,10 Sep 2025 at 05:45 am

    Hi Ahmed, Great to have you with us!

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    Nadja Fertasi 7 months ago

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    Founder of "Thrive with EQ" at Thrive with EQ,08 Sep 2025 at 11:50 am

    Hi everyone, Thank you for inviting me to be part of your community. I am Nadja El Fertasi, founder of Thrive with EQ – a mission to equip every generation in the board room, at home and the spaces in between with emotional intelligence and resiliency skills for the digital age. My focus is on teaching emotional intelligence as a skill to foster digital safety and resilience, leadership resilience and well-being. My background stems from a nearly two-decade career at NATO in the world’s largest security and crisis management as stakeholder engagement executive in my most recent position. Now I leverage the power of authentic and artificial intelligence to teach leaders how to up skill in the age of AI through emotional intelligence. Project management is the foundation for change management regarding policies, plans and processes whilst emotional intelligence helps you manage change with people, which is a whole other dimension of change. I am a single mother to a… Read more

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,08 Sep 2025 at 02:25 pm

    Welcome to the IPM community, Nadja! Your work on emotional intelligence and resilience feels so needed in today’s project world, and I’m really glad you’re here to share it with us.

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    Kate Cleal 7 months ago

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    Principal Consultant at Answer Digital LTD,08 Sep 2025 at 11:15 am

    Change and transformation delivery specialist experienced in leading Discovery activities, exploring the Art of the Possible, establishing the Why, stakeholder management, designing requirement workshops and requirement recording & playback. Expert in leading change in an Agile environment especially in the regulated sectors!

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,08 Sep 2025 at 02:23 pm

    Great to have you here, Kate. Looking forward to learning from your deep experience in leading change and transformation programmes.

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    Cavelle Hendry 7 months ago

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    Executive Engineer at Sligo County Council,08 Sep 2025 at 11:14 am

    Hello, I’m Cavelle Hendry, an Executive Engineer in the public sector with a background in project management and infrastructure delivery. My experience spans managing projects from planning through to completion, ensuring efficiency, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction throughout. I’m passionate about contributing to sustainable development and applying structured project management approaches to achieve impactful results. With a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, I focus on delivering projects that create long-term value for both communities and organisations.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,08 Sep 2025 at 02:22 pm

    Welcome to IPM Community, Cavelle! We’re delighted to have you here and look forward to learning from your experience in engineering, infrastructure, and sustainable project delivery!

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  • Creativity is essential for business success. From sparking innovation to boosting adaptability, creative thinking keeps your organisation dynamic, productive, and primed for growth. Embrace creativity to drive impactful results. Read our blog to gain more insights: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/?utm_source=membership&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=creativity+in+business_08sep2025

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      Blanca Fernandez
      Digital Transformation Project Manager at Educate.ie,10 Sep 2025 at 01:00 pm

      Completely agree — creativity is often underrated in project management, yet it’s what helps us adapt when plans meet reality.
      Some of the best outcomes I’ve seen came from encouraging the team to think differently, experiment, and find innovative ways to solve problems. It’s definitely a driver of long-term success.

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    • For project managers, the ability to navigate competing interests, align stakeholders, and find common ground is what distinguishes successful leaders. Learn more: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/courses/leading-and-negotiating-for-project-success/?utm_source=membership&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=5+steps+of+negotiation_05sep2025

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    • Discover the critical role of portfolio management in bridging strategy and execution within public sector transformation.Read moreResouces Feed Grid ImageBridging Strategy and Execution: The Role of Portfolio Management in Public Sector Transformationinstituteprojectmanagement.com

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