What initially motivated you to join the PMI Global Community?

Hello Francisco and Laura,
Thanks for raising this important question. For me, the primary motivation to join the PMI Global Community was to connect with like-minded professionals who share a passion for project management and continuous learning. Being part of a global network offers diverse perspectives and insights that help me grow both personally and professionally.

I expect to gain knowledge from experts, exchange best practices, and contribute back by sharing my own experiences. It’s a place to stay updated with industry trends while building meaningful professional relationships.

I originally joined the PMI Global Community while preparing for my PMP certification. At the time, I was looking for advice, tips, and insights from others who had already walked that path. What I didn’t expect was how quickly I would feel connected and inspired by the community.

After earning my PMP, I wanted to stay involved and give back. I began participating in discussions and volunteered to deliver a webinar with Yasmina Khelifi . I connected here with Aaron Porter that step led me to engage with my local chapter, PMI Northern Utah, through some early collaborations.

The real turning point came when I attended an in-person PMI global event. There was a Leadership Institute Meeting (LIM) happening at the same time that the main conference, and I had the chance to meet board members from the PMI Northern Utah Chapter in person. I also visited the "Ask the Expert" booth (There was a booth with the headliners of this community like Kiron Bondale and suddenly my virtual engagement and local volunteering felt like they had come together in one place. It was a powerful moment that made everything feel more connected and real.

Since then, I have continued my collaborations with PMI. I served as Community Champion here and had a few roles at PMI Northern Utah Board.
My expectations are high, but PMI consistently delivers. Whether it is virtual or in person, local or global, there is always space to contribute, to grow, and to feel that you belong to something meaningful. Something that can create real impact in the community.
Long story short, I came here simply to learn, and almost ten years later, I’m still here, sometimes helpful others being a little "troublemaker".

The journey has been full of growth, opportunities, and genuine connections that continue to motivate me to stay involved and give back.

It's great to see the group! My involvement with PMI began in 2013. Honestly, my focus at the time was to obtain the PMP certification, as it was a significant professional differentiator back then. Twelve years later, I've noticed that PMP and MBA are now often prerequisites for most Project Manager position