Chanda Monroe-Williams, PMP, with Josette Riep | PDU:1 Business Acumen
Agile was built for human collaboration, but what happens when your newest team members don't sleep, don't eat, and don't make typos? As Al tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and predictive project engines reshape how we plan, code, test, and deliver, project managers must evolve into orchestrators of hybrid teams that include both people and intelligent machines.
In this provocative session, Chanda Monroe-Williams, GB, PMP, Director of Portfolio Management Services at the University of Cincinnati, strategic consultant, and educator-explores what "Agile" looks like in the age of artificial intelligence. From Al-driven sprint planning to redefined Scrum roles and ethical automation, you'll learn how to harness the strengths of Al without losing the human heart of your projects. Leave with a playbook for creating smarter, faster, more inclusive teams-and a vision of the future that you can lead, not chase.
Key Takeaways
- Garner an understanding on how AI tools are reshaping Agile practices, including sprint planning, coding, testing, and overall project delivery;
- Learn strategies to lead and manage hybrid teams composed of both human members and AI Tools;
- Apply ethical and human centered approaches to integrating AI in portfolio and project management without compromising the team culture or values.
about the speaker
Chanda Monroe-Williams, GB, PMP
Chanda Monroe-Williams (GB, PMP) leads portfolio management at the University of Cincinnati and teaches in the Operations, Business Analytics & Information Systems department. Her 32-year career spans global firms like GE Money and American Financial Group, and her consulting practice, CM-W Consulting, has helped leaders at companies such as Toyota, P&G, Macy’s, Home Depot and Walmart refine strategy and operations. Today’s session will show you how to evolve from traditional Agile to hybrid human-AI teams for continuous innovation and impact.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Josette Riep
Josette Riep leads the University of Cincinnati’s data, DevOps, and AI enablement strategy, advancing responsible innovation through initiatives such as Bearcat AI Ready, BearcatGPT, and the Modern Data Architecture.
She bridges technology and human insight to create AI-empowered environments that enhance learning, research, and operations. An intentional voice in bias-aware modeling and digital transformation, Josette advocates for an ethical, human-centered approach to AI that empowers people to innovate with confidence.
