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Thomas Walenta
Global Expert in Project Economy Non-Executive Director
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Thomas Walenta has worked on projects, programs, and PMOs since 1974 and se-lected Project Management as his profession in 1988. He holds PMP and PgMP certifications. Thomas worked for IBM clients in diverse industries and geographies for 31 years. In parallel, he served as a volunteer since 1998, as PMI Chapter President, and as PMI Board Director. He received the PMI Fellow award in 2012.
Philip Gleeson 7 months ago
New MemberProject Manager at PM Group,12 Sep 2025 at 11:18 amA project manager with PM Group working across all phases of projects from Concept through to handover. Always on the lookout for better solutions to achieve projects on budget and on time.
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Toyin Precious Adedokun 7 months ago
PM at NHS,11 Sep 2025 at 10:54 pmAs project professionals we’re constantly dealing with change. I’d love to hear from others here. What’s one practical thing you’ve done to help people adapt to change in your projects?
Looking forward to your tips and experiences!
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Hi Toyin. In my experience, the key has been slowing down enough to check in with the team. I’ve learnt that no matter how strong the plan is, if people don’t feel supported, resistance creeps in. By giving them space to share their thoughts and acknowledging what’s difficult, the transition becomes less about managing pushback and more about building confidence together.
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Community Development ManagerSophia Adam
Project ManagerA user story keeps development focused on real user needs rather than just technical requirements. It bridges the gap between stakeholders and developers, making requirements easier to understand.
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Johnathan Rannachan 7 months ago
New MemberProject Management at Intel,11 Sep 2025 at 09:55 amHi I’m Johnathan Rannachan, A project manager in the manufacturing industry and Looking to further my Career and be more efficient. I strive to create a balanced portfolio of Experience and Education in order to be a great value to my employer and any employer in the Future.
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Community Development Manager at IPM,11 Sep 2025 at 11:16 amWelcome to the community, Johnathan. Your dedication to developing skills and striving for efficiency will add meaningful contributions to our conversations. I look forward to learning from you.
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Alan Paul Devlin 7 months ago
New MemberSenior Project Manager at Swietelsky Construction Company Ltd,10 Sep 2025 at 01:51 pmI help rail organisations deliver complex ETCS projects on time, safely and efficiently. With deep experience in project governance, resource optimisation and stakeholder management, I drive operational excellence and ensure successful project outcomes. Passionate about PMO strategy and rail innovation, I thrive on turning challenging programmes into measurable success.
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Community Development Manager at IPM,11 Sep 2025 at 11:13 amGreat to have you here, Alan. Your background in rail project delivery and focus on PMO strategy and innovation is inspiring, and I’m looking forward to learning from your insights.
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Blanca Fernandez 7 months ago
New MemberDigital Transformation Project Manager at Educate.ie,10 Sep 2025 at 12:53 pmHello, I’m Blanca Fernández, a PMP and Agile-certified Project Manager with experience across international projects. I enjoy aligning stakeholders, improving processes, and delivering results in complex environments. I look forward to connecting with peers here, with a strong interest in Agile practices and risk management.
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Community Development Manager at IPM,11 Sep 2025 at 11:13 amWelcome to the community, Blanca. It’s great to have someone passionate about Agile and risk management in the mix, and I’m excited to see your thoughts on Agile practices and risk management in our discussions.
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Gina Saad
Project ManagerDo 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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Gina Saad
Project ManagerWhether 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
New MemberProgram Scheduler at Cognizant (@Google),08 Sep 2025 at 04:36 pmI 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.
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Community Development Manager at IPM,09 Sep 2025 at 04:49 amIt’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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