March 2026 Newsletter

Welcome

Great chapters do more than host events, they build community.

PMI Hampton Roads brings together project professionals to learn, connect, share experiences, and grow their careers. From first steps to seasoned leadership, we are here to support your success and help you find your places in a professional community that moves you forward. Think of this newsletter as your roadmap to what’s happening, what's, coming next, and where you can plug in.

PMIHR Highlights

A Message from Our President, René Rosenberg

The Chapter Business Update from our March PMI Hampton Roads Chapter Meeting focused on strengthening member value, expanding engagement opportunities, and positioning the chapter for future growth. Leadership encouraged feedback on the new venue as part of a broader commitment to continuously enhance the member experience.

A key highlight included the upcoming PMI Global membership change in 2027, which is expected to significantly increase local chapter membership. In preparation, the chapter is focused on scaling programming, increasing networking opportunities across both the Peninsula and Southside, and reinforcing access to education, certifications, and professional development offerings. Members were also encouraged to take advantage of upcoming events, including hybrid meetings, new member orientations, AI-focused sessions, and additional Pints & PDUs.

From an operational perspective, the chapter continues to grow, with approximately 1,800 members and steady new member and certification momentum. The update reinforced the importance of the chapter’s volunteer-driven model, with several open leadership and director roles available to support continued expansion.

We are also excited to welcome Kendra Carter as our new Director of Local Communities for the Peninsula. In this role Kendra will focus on engaging directly with our Peninsula membership, ensuring we are addressing your needs, gathering feedback, and helping shape additional events, programs, and opportunities that enhance overall member value. Strategic initiatives such as Communities of Practice (Excel, AI, and potential Power BI), mentorship programs, company coordinator engagement, and military and student outreach reflect a strong focus on career advancement, skill development, and community impact.

Overall, the chapter business update reinforced PMIHR’s position as a dynamic, member-focused organization building the infrastructure and programming needed to successfully support its next phase of growth.

Upcoming Chapter Events

A good chapter gives you more than meetings—it gives you reasons to show up. Every month, PMI Hampton Roads offers chapter events, networking opportunities, and community gatherings where you can learn something useful, earn PDUs, meet other professionals, and maybe even enjoy yourself more than expected. Explore the events below or visit the PMIHR website for more details.

Community of Practice For Microsoft Excel - (Virtual - MS Teams)

If Excel has ever made you question your life choices, this forum may be for you. Join Adriane Thomas for PMI Hampton Roads’ monthly Microsoft Excel Q&A Forum, a free online session designed for users at every skill level. It is an open, interactive space to ask questions, explore features, and get help with real Excel challenges. The session takes place on the third Thursday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, with the meeting link provided upon registration.

Community Of Practice - Artificial Intelligence (Virtual - MS Teams)

The best way to understand AI is to talk about how people are actually using it. Join Stacey (Hang) Reinke-Bui for an informal, interactive session exploring AI tools, practical insights, and real-world Generative AI examples. After a short kickoff, the conversation will open into a collaborative Q&A where attendees can ask questions, exchange ideas, and learn from one another. It is a welcoming space for both beginners and more experienced users alike. Join us Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00. Click HERE to register.

PMIHR New Member Meet & Greet - Virtual

Joining a new chapter should not feel like being handed a login and wished good luck. Our Virtual New Member Meet & Greet on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 5:30 PM is designed to help new members get connected and feel at home in PMI Hampton Roads. Kathy Harper, VP of Membership, will lead the session, with support from our Chapter President and other board members and directors. We will cover PMI resources, chapter programs, volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and leave time for questions and discussion. Please click HERE to register.

Pints & PDU's Networking Event @ Pleasure House Brewery

If professional development comes with chapter updates, good networking, and free beer, that sounds like a solid use of time. Join PMI Hampton Roads on March 26, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Pleasure House Brewing, 2032 Pleasure House Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, for an evening with fellow members and featured speaker Dr. John Cordle. In “Institutionalizing PMP for Navy Leaders,” Dr. Cordle will share why he believes formal PMP training and certification should be integrated into Navy training pipelines—and how doing so could improve effectiveness, readiness, and long-term value for both the Navy and individual Sailors. Please click HERE to register.

Pints & PDU's Networking Event #2 @ Coastal Fermentory Uptown

March gives us a rare and dangerous opportunity: a friendly competition between the Southside and the Peninsula. Join PMI Hampton Roads on March 31, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Coastal Fermentory Uptown, 12515 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, VA 23602, for a round on us, chapter news and updates, and a great evening of networking with fellow members. There is no guest speaker lined up just yet, but that will not stop us from putting on a good event. Consider this your chance to help decide which Pints & PDUs location earns the bragging rights for March. Please click HERE to register.

Monthly PMI Hampton Roads Board Meeting
Closed Meeting – Board of Directors

Not every important chapter event comes with networking and appetizers. The PMI Hampton Roads Board of Directors meets on the second Wednesday of each month to handle the strategic, financial, and operational work that keeps the chapter moving in the right direction. The next virtual Board meeting will take place on April 8, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The meeting is closed, but if you have a topic the Board should consider, you are encouraged to reach out to the Chapter President at [email protected].

15-Apr-2026 Chapter Meeting (Virginia Beach / Hybrid)

Project management has always been about getting the impossible done, it just looks a little different now. Join PMI Hampton Roads on April 15, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Topgolf Virginia Beach, 5444 Greenwich Rd., Virginia Beach, VA, for a session with Jon McGlothian, President of TMOG, LLC.

In “The Evolution of Project Management: From the Gaza Temple to AI,” Jon, bringing over 30 years of experience and multiple PMI certifications, will trace how the discipline has evolved from ancient construction efforts to today’s AI-supported environments. The takeaway is simple: the tools change, but the responsibility grows. Today’s project manager is not just managing tasks—they are shaping outcomes in increasingly complex systems. Click HERE to register.

Education and Self-development

Some professional development asks for a travel budget, a hotel, and half your calendar; this one just asks you to log in. PMXPO 2026 is PMI’s premier free virtual event, scheduled for March 26, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. EDT, and built to help project professionals step up their skills, knowledge, and impact. PMI highlights a full agenda of speakers and sessions, plus access to learning, networking, and PDUs for those looking to stay sharp in a fast-changing profession. Register here

PMIHR Communities of Practice (COP's)

Let’s just say if an event shows up twice in the newsletter, it is not by accident. Our Communities of Practice are some of the most practical learning opportunities we offer, built to foster collaboration, shared knowledge, and skill development that translates directly to better workplace performance. If you are interested in joining any of the Communities of Practice below, reach out to our VP of Professional Development at [email protected]

The AI Community of Practice meets March 24th from 6:00–7:00 p.m., giving members a chance to explore AI skills, tools, and practical use cases in an open, low-pressure format. The next meeting of the Excel Community of Practice will be April 16th from 6:00–7:00 p.m.

PMIHR Weekly PMP Study Group

Let’s be honest: if the PMP exams were easy, it would not mean much. That is why our PMP Study Group meets every Thursday from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. to help members prepare with purpose and stay on track toward certification. And if you already have your credential, do not disappear into the mist—come join us and keep those skills sharp. For more information, reach out to [email protected].

PMIHR Mentoring Program

Good mentoring can save people years of learning everything the hard way. That is the heart of our mentoring team's mission: to give PMI Hampton Roads members seeking individual development through 1:1 mentoring a chance to learn project management best practices and grow their ability to deliver successful outcomes. Mentoring is important because books, courses, and certifications all matter—but there is still no substitute for real guidance from someone who has lived the work, made mistakes, solved problems, and learned what actually holds up under pressure. Ready to get started? Sign up to be a mentor and/or mentee.

Volunteer Opportunities

Chapters do not run on good intentions alone—they run on volunteers. If you are ready to make an impact on PMI Hampton Roads and the broader profession, we would love to hear from you. Volunteering is a chance to contribute, develop new skills, and help shape the experience of fellow members. And if the right role is not open today, that is not the end of the story. Opportunities open throughout the year, and completing the volunteer interest questionnaire will place you in the pool for future consideration. For more information about available roles, reach out to the VP of Volunteers.

Call for Pints & PDUs Speakers!

Every project manager has at least one lesson learned they wish someone had told them sooner. If you have practical insight worth sharing, PMIHR would love to hear from you. We are seeking speakers for upcoming Pints & PDUs events who can bring real-world perspectives on project management, leadership, risk, change management, business analysis, emerging trends, or other useful topics that help professionals grow. Speaking is a great way to give back, expand your professional visibility, and contribute to the chapter in a setting that is more conversation than lecture. To apply, submit a brief proposal with your topic title, a 2–3 sentence description, and a short bio through the Call for Speakers Application on the chapter events page, or contact Eric Oitzman at vpprofessionaldevelopment@pmihr.org.

Help Us Train Future PMPs!

If we want strong PMPs tomorrow, we need strong instructors today. PMIHR Study Group Instructors lead scheduled PMP Study Groups, onboard new members, and provide the study materials and resource guidance students need, including information on accessing the latest PMBOK. As the new PMBOK release drives increased demand for refreshed content and stronger preparation, our need for instructors is growing right along with it. If you are ready to give back and help prepare future PMPs, we would love to have you on the team.

Do you Have PMI Specialized Certifications? If So, We Need You!

Turns out PMI did not stop at PMP, and frankly, neither should we. PMI offers a strong bench of specialized certifications, including PMI-ACP for agile practitioners, PMI-PBA for business analysis, PMI-RMP for risk professionals, PMI-SP for scheduling specialists, PgMP for program leaders, PfMP for portfolio professionals, and PMI-CP for construction. These credentials recognize deeper expertise in disciplines that students often struggle to translate from theory into practice.

That is where you come in. If you hold one of these certifications, consider joining the Education team and helping prepare the next wave of PMP candidates. We need practitioners who can explain not only what the answer is, but why it matters in the real world. If that sounds like your kind of volunteer work, we would be glad to have you. Please reach out to our VP of Education, Mr. Kip Malone.

Support Transitioning Service Members at the 757 Career Summit

If you are working as a project manager in the civilian sector, WE NEED YOU! PMIHR is looking for project managers to support the "757 Career Summit," an event hosted by Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC). This is a two-day event where contributors will talk one-on-one with military participants and participate in a town hall Q&A discussion. Future event dates and locations are: May 13/14 at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek, September 9/10 at Joint Base Eustis and November 18/19 at Naval Station Norfolk. Reach out to our Military Liaison Director at [email protected] to volunteer or for more information!

In Partnership

TMOG LLC is a leading provider of project management and professional certification training, dedicated to helping individuals and organizations achieve career growth and operational excellence. As a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP), TMOG delivers high‑quality, instructor‑led courses in PMP®, CAPM®, PMI‑ACP®, and Lean Six Sigma. With flexible learning options and a strong commitment to student success, TMOG empowers professionals—especially transitioning service members and workforce development participants—to build in‑demand skills and advance their careers. For more information, visit their website at: https://www.tmogllc.com/

PMI Hampton Roads is very appreciative of all our sponsors and the engagement we have with them throughout the year.

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PMIHR Spotlight

People are the story, and this is where we tell it. The PMIHR Spotlight highlights both our newest members and the achievements of those already in the arena. It is a chance to recognize hard-earned certifications, welcome fresh perspectives, and celebrate the steady progress that keeps this chapter moving forward. Take a look—you may recognize a name, or better yet, see your own.