About
The Professional Development Conference (PDC) is the annual premier educational and networking event for project management professionals in Southeast Virginia! This annual conference draws attendees from our 1823 membership and beyond. This is a full-day experience designed to help you adapt with confidence, lead with purpose, and deliver results that matter.
Throughout the day, you'll gain practical insights you can apply immediately:
- Strengthen your ability to lead through change and uncertainty
- Learn how to strategize in complex, evolving environments
- Explore ways to adapt your approach using modern tools and techniques
- Build connection with professionals who are shaping what's next in project Management
Whether you're leading programs, managing projects, or building your career, PDC 2026 is your opportunity to sharpen your edge and expand your impact.
Theme
This year's theme, "The Future-Ready PM: Adapt, Lead, Strategize, Transform," reflects the reality of our profession today. The pace is faster. The tools are smarter. The expectations are higher. The opportunity to lead has never been greater. —Be Future-ready!
Date and Time
PDC 2026 is on November 13, 2026, and will start at 7:30 AM and conclude at 6:00 PM. Pro tip: Invite a connection to meet you there a little early and squeeze in some pre-conference networking and business development time!
Ticket Prices
Members:
$165.00 (Early bird price until June 15 is $140.00)
NOTE: Prices increase 30 days prior to event: $190.00 after 11:59 pm October 14
Non-Members:
$175.00 (Early bird price until June 15 is $150.00)
NOTE: Prices increase 30 days prior to event: $200.00 after 11:59 pm October 14
REGISTER PDC HERE: 2026 PDC Registration
Discounts available for Military, Students and PMIHR members who have become members in 2026.
Contact Bonnie at [email protected] or Thomas at [email protected] to obtain your code!!!
Reasons to Attend PDC
Get insights into the latest trends and technologies
Expand your knowledge and find solutions to problems
Network with vetted experts, vendors, and thought leaders
To get inspired and reignite your passion
To obtain PDUs to meet certification requirements
Ticket Timeline:
Refund Policy:
Refund requests and registration cancellations must be communicated in writing to [email protected]. Registrations cancelled 31 days before the start of the event will receive a 50% refund (must be cancelled on or before 10/13/2026). Registrations cancelled on or after 10/14/2026, or 31 days before the start of the event will not receive a refund. There is no virtual option for this event, however in the event that a registration is cancelled prior to the event, there registrant will still be entitled to any distributed educational materials. PDUs will not be awarded to any cancelled registrant.
PDU Policy:
You must check in at the event to receive event PDUs. Registrants must then sign in to each session to receive session PDUs. PDUs will be reported on your behalf based on sign-in and attendance details. In the event that a registrant cancels or no-show, PDUs will not be awarded. There is no option for virtual attendance. PDUs will not be awarded to any cancelled registrant.
Venue
Not sure where to park? We got you! Refer to this parking guide.
The Founders Inn
5641 Indian River Road
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464
