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Chanda Monroe-Williams
Future-Proofing Project Management: Leveraging Virtual Teams, AI, and Your PM Toolkit for Success | 1:00 - 1:50 PM | Room 1410
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Executive Director of Urban Impact and Project Learning, the Carl H. Lindner College of Business (COB) & Adjunct Professor in the Operations, Business Analytics & Information Systems (OBAIS) Department
Chanda Monroe-Williams, GB, PMP
Chanda Monroe-Williams founded CM-W Consulting in 2008 after 18 years of leading and managing strategic teams, programs, and initiatives for Fortune 500 & 100 companies, including GE Money and Great American Insurance. She leverages her Six Sigma, Project/Program Management (PMP), and Lean Manufacturing expertise to build strategic partnerships with corporate and private executive teams, including Standard Register, Toyota, and Procter & Gamble, to name a few. Her niche: Refining business strategies to achieve desired goals.
Chanda is also the Co-Owner of Executive Trendz Beauty & Barber Boutique, a family business founded in 2011. In 2014, after six years of serving as Ohio Advocacy Chairs for the American Diabetes Association, she and her son were instrumental in helping to pass HB 254 Safe at School Legislation. They formed the MonWill Family Foundation in 2019 to address Digital Literacy and Health Inequities in Black and Brown communities.
She is currently the Executive Director of Urban Impact & Project Learning for the Carl H. Lindner College of Business (COB) and Adjunct Professor in the Operations, Business Analytics, and Information Systems (OBAIS) Department. She sits on the COB's International Program and UC's Service-Learning Councils. She teaches courses undergraduate & graduate courses such as Project Management & Product Development, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Quality and Project Management, Information Technology, Managing Projects, and IS Project Management: Agile and Scrum. In addition to her UC role, Chanda was the Co-program Lead Adjunct Professor for Spelman College's eSpelman Project Management Certificate Program.
In an era where digital transformation is rapidly reshaping the business landscape, the need for innovative project management approaches has never been greater. This session will provide a deep dive into the cutting-edge strategies and tools that are redefining project management. Attendees will gain valuable insights into harnessing the power of virtual teams, leveraging AI for enhanced project outcomes, and utilizing remote tools to drive efficiency and collaboration.
Key highlights include:
- Mastering Virtual Teams
- Harnessing AI for Project Success
- Optimizing Remote Tools
- Adapting to Emerging Trends
- Building Resilient Processes
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Key Takeaways:
In an era where digital transformation is rapidly reshaping the business landscape, the need for innovative project management approaches has never been greater. This session will provide a deep dive into the cutting-edge strategies and tools that are redefining project management. Attendees will gain valuable insights into harnessing the power of virtual teams, leveraging AI for enhanced project outcomes, and utilizing remote tools to drive efficiency and collaboration.
Key highlights include:
- Mastering Virtual Teams: Learn how to effectively manage dispersed teams, overcome communication barriers, and foster a cohesive virtual work environment.
- Harnessing AI for Project Success: Explore the latest AI technologies that streamline project planning, execution, and monitoring, driving better decision-making and outcomes.
- Optimizing Remote Tools: Identify essential tools and software that support remote project management, ensuring seamless integration and productivity.
- Adapting to Emerging Trends: Stay ahead of the curve by understanding and preparing for the future trends shaping project management.
- Building Resilient Processes: Develop robust project management processes that are adaptable, resilient, and capable of withstanding disruptions in a dynamic business environment.
