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Management Consultant at TryDown

United Kingdom

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Paul Taylor is a consultant with over 36 years of experience implementing change across financial services, oil and gas, charity, and professional sectors. Author of several books on financial services, technology, contracting, and change management. He has also served as Chair and NED for various enterprises and mentors individuals on career development. Furthermore, Paul is an Associate Lecturer at the Open University STEM School, teaching Technology Management.

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    Abdulrahman Abdelsalam 10 months ago

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    STUDENT at NO,06 Jul 2025 at 07:57 pm

    I am a highly motivated student with a deep passion for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. I enjoy building AI-powered systems that solve real-world problems and have hands-on experience with Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Generative AI. I’m also a technical instructor, currently teaching others the fundamentals of programming and AI. I’m eager to grow, learn new technologies, and contribute meaningfully to innovative projects.

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    Community Development Manager at IPM,07 Jul 2025 at 02:10 pm

    Hi Abdulrahman, it’s great to have you here! Your passion for AI and cybersecurity really shines through, and it’s inspiring to see how you’re already sharing that knowledge with others through teaching. That mix of curiosity, hands-on learning, and community-mindedness is such a powerful combination. Looking forward to seeing where your journey takes you and what you’ll share with the community!

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    Aidan Kelly 10 months ago

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    Business Implementation Project Manager at Fexco,06 Jul 2025 at 03:19 pm

    Project Management professional with a track record of leading digital transformation and implementation initiatives across tech, retail, and service industries. With over four years of hands-on project delivery experience—including roles at Fexco and LabWorks—I specialize in aligning digital strategy with operational execution. I bring a unique blend of technical aptitude, stakeholder communication, and business insight, built on a foundation in interactive media and fortified by a Diploma in Project Management and Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification. Passionate about process optimization and team-driven success, I thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environments where innovation and structure go hand-in-hand.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,07 Jul 2025 at 02:09 pm

    Hi Aidan, welcome! It’s great to have someone in the mix who brings such a dynamic blend of digital, operational, and strategic experience. I really appreciate how you’ve bridged tech and business through hands-on implementation, and your perspective on aligning digital strategy with real-world execution is something I know many here will relate to. Looking forward to learning more from your journey!

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    Muhammed Yusuf Sahin 10 months ago

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    Project Management Expert at (In Transition),06 Jul 2025 at 12:24 pm

    Hello, I’m Muhammed Yusuf Sahin, a results-oriented professional with over 11 years of experience managing infrastructure and PPP portfolios exceeding $1 billion across construction, healthcare, and public transportation sectors. Throughout my career, I have led major capital projects with full lifecycle project management responsibilities, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget. I hold an Executive MBA from MBSC, with a concentration in Financial Excellence, and possess internationally recognized credentials including High Honors Degree in both CPFM (certified Project Finance Modeller) and CPFA (Certified Project Finance Analyst), PMP, PMI-PMOCP, FMVA, and more. Currently, I am excited to explore roles that sit at the intersection of project delivery and finance; particularly in Project Finance, Investment, or Financial Analysis, where I can build on my end-to-end project experience and apply my growing expertise in financial modeling and analysis. At the… Read more

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,07 Jul 2025 at 02:06 pm

    Hi Muhammed, it’s a real pleasure to welcome you. The way you’ve combined hands-on infrastructure delivery with deep financial expertise is genuinely impressive – especially at a time when the connection between project execution and finance is more important than ever. I’m really looking forward to the conversations and insight you’ll bring to the community.

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    Luis Vargas Rojas 10 months ago

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    North America Digital Solutions at Sensia Global,05 Jul 2025 at 09:30 pm

    With over 20 years of experience in operations engineering and project management, I have delivered complex and innovative solutions for the oil and gas industry across various countries. I have a strong background in control and automation systems, data analytics, and real time applications, as well as certifications in project management and agile.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,07 Jul 2025 at 02:01 pm

    Hi Luis, welcome to the community! With your two decades of experience delivering digital and operational solutions across the oil and gas sector, I’m sure your perspective will be incredibly valuable here. I’d love to hear more about how you’ve seen real-time applications and data analytics shift project delivery over the years. Looking forward to learning from your experience!

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    Steve Pollard 10 months ago

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    Global Lead for Project Delivery (retd.) at Temenos,04 Jul 2025 at 08:25 pm

    Forty years’ experience in a number of consultancy and management roles for a variety of banks globally. Involved in numerous roles in the implementation of various banking systems.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,05 Jul 2025 at 04:23 am

    Hi Steve, welcome to the community. It’s an honour to have you here. Reading about your decades in global banking really made me pause — I can only imagine the span of transformation you’ve witnessed across systems, roles, and industries. I’m sure that kind of journey shapes a rare and valuable perspective. I’m truly looking forward to learning through the lens of your experience.

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    Tom Blennerhassett 10 months ago

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    Head of I.T. at Law Society of Ireland,04 Jul 2025 at 12:56 pm

    Hi, I’m Tom and my expertise really lies in leadership, change management and project management. At the moment I’m just here for resources and to see how this community grows.

    Sarika Seervi

    Community Development Contributor at IPM,04 Jul 2025 at 04:05 pm

    Hi Tom, welcome to the community! Your expertise in leadership, change management, and project management is a valuable addition. Great to have you with us — looking forward to your insights!

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    Aidan Walsh 10 months ago

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    Technical Officer at MTU Kerry,04 Jul 2025 at 12:08 pm

    Hello, I am Aidan Walsh. I work in the Munster Technologicla University in Kerry. Within my role I lead and create a series of projects that meet the needs of a live campus, but also addresses the needs of the students, staff and visitors to the campus. I’m eager to embark on collaborative ventures within this dynamic community. I am interested in PMO

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    Community Development Contributor at IPM,04 Jul 2025 at 03:57 pm

    Hi Aidan, welcome to the community! Your work at Munster Technological University sounds both impactful and purpose-driven. Looking forward to learning from your experience and your interest in PMO. Great to have you with us!

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    Tracey Roche 10 months ago

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    ICT Project Office Senior Manager at Technological University Dublin,04 Jul 2025 at 11:10 am

    Managing a team of IT Project Managers in a University. Interested in techniques to manage resources and priorities in a busy environment with many demands.

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    Hi Tracey, great to have you here! That mix of academic and tech priorities must keep things interesting. Looking forward to learning how you’re navigating it all.

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  • For project managers, the ability to navigate competing interests, align stakeholders, and find common ground is what distinguishes successful leaders.

    Start by reading our article “Successful Project Manager VIII: The Art of Negotiation“ to gain more insight into negotiation: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/successful-project-manager-viii-the-art-of-negotiation/?utm_source=membership&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=5+steps+negotiation_4july2025

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    Amine Khair 10 months ago

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    Civil/Project Engineer at n/a,03 Jul 2025 at 02:23 pm

    in 2023 i decided to write this Booklet for myself summarising a decade of experiences with ideas emerging from lessens learned , then decided to share it with others , so far reaching +900 views and +1500 views from snipped illustrations on LinkedIn ,

    the construction industry is by far the most complicated to be managed , i hope that this booklet serves you well and would love to get your honest feedback on the topic.

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      Hi Amine, thank you for sharing this with us. I really admire how you’ve taken your own lived experience and shaped it into something so thoughtful and shareable.
      The construction world is indeed very complex, and it’s rare to find insights that come straight from the field, grounded in both challenge and practice. I’m sure your insights will resonate with many here, looking forward to learning more from you.

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