Seasoned Program Management Director with expertise in leading large software releases and strategic programs. Proven ability to manage diverse teams, optimize processes, and deliver complex programs.
We had an incredible meeting on November 16, 2024! A big thank you to everyone who participated and made it a success. ? The session kicked off with Adriana Valladolid, PMP, our Sergeant at Arms, followed by an inspiring speech from our President, Joan Bradee, MBA PMP SAFe LPM CSM. Joan set the tone for a meeting designed to inspire, educate, and promote networking under our theme: “Don’t let Perfection be the Enemy of Progress.” Joan Bradee, our Toastmaster, presented our theme, “Communication Plan” and introduced “Tidings” as the Word of the Day. ? We enjoyed some fantastic speeches: Joan Bradee shared "AI: Your Secret Weapon for Toastmaster Success" Bisola Onajin-Obembe delivered "Future Directions" Bob Beideck, CSM, CSPO, DASM, DTM spoke on "Nonprofits, Volunteers, and Dreams" Adriana Valladolid led an interactive Table Topics segment on Communications Plan, helping participants improve their impromptu speaking skills. Members and guests also enhanced their evaluative skills during Shotgun Evaluations. ? Special congratulations to our award winners: ?? Best Speech: Joan Bradee ?? Best Table Topics: Brittney Seals ?? Best Evaluator: Chuck Kerby, MBA, PMP, ITILv3, CSM, CSPO, SSGB ? Please mark your calendars for December 21th when we will explore "Agile Spider Diagram" in our next gathering – another opportunity to be inspired, to learn, and to engage in networking! Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/g5MfBSWN ? Stay tuned for more updates and happy speaking! #Toastmasters #PMIDallas #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #Communication #PMIDallasToastmasters #projectmanagement #programmanagement?#career