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Hi everyone, I'm Jagruti Dhande, and I'm currently a Technical Program Manager with experience leading large-scale programs, most recently in the electric vehicle industry at Rivian.

When I was growing up, I wanted to be an inventor and engineer! Having seeing my engineer parents performing those complex home projects, I was fascinated by how things worked and loved taking apart and rebuilding anything I could get my hands on. That curiosity and drive to create ultimately led me to engineering and then to project management. Beside my current role, I am also a Founder and CEO of GreenUrth, an ecommerce platform for eco-friendly and healthy products, based in Ontario, Canada.

I'm a big fan of tools that help teams collaborate effectively. I've used Jira, Microsoft Project, Asana, and Trello extensively for project tracking. For document management, I rely on tools like SharePoint, Google Suite, and Confluence. I'm also proficient in data analysis and visualization tools like Excel, Power BI, and Tableau. I'm always looking to learn more about the latest project management technologies, especially in areas like AI-powered project planning and risk management.

What drew me to project management was the challenge of bringing complex projects to life. I love the process of organizing teams, strategizing, and overcoming obstacles to achieve a common goal. What's kept me in it is the satisfaction of seeing a project through from conception to completion and knowing that I've made a tangible impact towards sustainability and decarbonizing transportation.

One of my proudest accomplishments was leading the launch of several vehicle programs at Rivian. By implementing program management best practices and streamlining processes, we were able to reduce rework significantly and deliver successful launches despite significant manufacturing and supply chain challenges. This not only improved customer satisfaction but also resulted in cost savings above industry standards. It was incredibly rewarding to see the hard work of the team pay off and to contribute to the success of such an innovative company.

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"Hello everyone, my name is Ghani Ur Rehman, and I’m a structural engineer based in Saudi Arabia. I’ve been working as a structural engineer for ten years, specializing in designing of reinforced concrete & steel commercial & residential buildings, Pipe rack steel structural design for pipeline industrial projects. I have experience in designing and analyzing structures, ensuring safety and compliance with local regulations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful projects. I hold a Master Degree in Structural Engineering, and I’m passionate about applying innovative solutions to real-world engineering challenges.

I’ve recently joined the PMI community to connect with fellow project management and engineering professionals. I’m particularly interested in learning more about the intersection of project management and engineering practices, as well as best practices for leading multidisciplinary teams. I hope to contribute by sharing my experiences in structural engineering and offering insights into the technical aspects of managing large-scale construction projects.

I’m looking forward to engaging with this vibrant community and learning from all of you. Please feel free to reach out if you’d like to connect or discuss anything related to structural engineering, project management, or industry trends. I’m excited to be part of this group!"**

Hello, I am from Nepal. I am working in Project from last 12 years and as a Project Manager in telecom sector. I am passionate about technology . I am skilled at story telling managing project . My hobby in mediation running cycling and hiking. I enjoy traveling and meeting new people. Solving complex problem motivates me in my work.
I am new member of PMI and plan for my PMP exam on march. I want to be involved in larger and biggest project in the world.

Hello everyone,
I am Iriobe Ofunre, and I'm thrilled to be joining PMI. With over 14 years in academia and a researcher, I've had the privilege of teaching courses and conducting research in marketing, business, and entrepreneurship development at the university level. This experience has not only honed my skills in strategic thinking and problem-solving but also given me deep insights into the dynamics of business growth and innovation.

Growing up, I wanted to be a technical person especially an engineer however, life prepared other paths for me. Beyond academia, I've spent considerable time as a consultant, focusing on developing strategy for small businesses. This role has allowed me to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, helping businesses navigate through complex challenges and achieve sustainable growth through resource optimization, risk mitigation, and scalable growth strategies.

What excites me most about joining PMI is the opportunity to collaborate with professionals who share a commitment to excellence, adaptability, and continuous improvement. I was initially intrigued by the terms Agile and Scrum, thinking they were computer programming languages until I started studying project management – Lol! Now, I particularly admire these methodologies for their emphasis on collaboration, adaptability, and delivering value incrementally. The role of a Scrum Master, in particular, fascinates me as it embodies leadership, facilitation, and continuous improvement—qualities I deeply respect and aspire to develop further.

For my proudest accomplishment, it was managing an event with over 10,000 participants – I consider it my first attempt at project management, and it earned me the nickname – troubleshooter, from my team members. Also, completing my PhD in Management Science is another accomplishment I am proud of.

I'm eager to share my experiences and learn from this community to further enhance my skills in project management, particularly in how it intersects with marketing, entrepreneurship and business strategy. I also want to contribute to discussions, and explore opportunities where I can apply my skills in project planning, team leadership, and strategic execution. I look forward to collaborating with all of you and contributing to our collective success.

Thank you for this opportunity and I look forward to engaging with everyone.

Hello - Greetings from the Washington, DC area. I am currently the deputy IT communications lead in the Office of the Chief Information Officer for NASA. I just started this position and am applying my project management expertise to launch effective communication strategies. For the past 20 years I have been spearheading projects for government programs with a focus on IT modernization and have designing digital tools to facilitate stakeholder collaboration on a global scale.

As a child, I wanted to pursue a career as a music composer and write the soundtracks for films. That creative passion evolved into storytelling through television and writing, and making contributions to public service, I have been able to make an impact on projects throughout my career where I applied my creative talent and project management best practices.

During the past ten years I have focused on change management and user adoption. I am a big fan of Jira and user adoption tools that assess stakeholder readiness to adopt a new IT solution and build user support into project plans. I learned about PMI when I was a consultant at Deloitte and immediately found the project management approach to be crucial - I really appreciate the PMI community and on-going professional development opportunities that PMI provides.

One of my proudest accomplishments was speaking at the 2018 PMI Global Conference about Channeling Your Inner Change Agent. It was an exciting opportunity to share my knowledge of change management with fellow practitioners and help project management practitioners become change agents in their role to ensure project success.