PMO Roundtable

The PMO Roundtable is a targeted forum designed for professionals who are involved with or interested in the strategic and operational dynamics of the project management office (PMO). This roundtable focuses on the latest PMO strategies, best practices, and challenges, providing an opportunity to engage in conversations with peers and leaders who share a common interest in maximizing the effectiveness of PMOs. Whether you’re looking to establish a PMO, enhance an existing one, or simply learn more about their role and impact within various organizations, this session offers valuable insights and solutions. It covers a broad spectrum of topics that always touch upon some aspect of the PMO.

The PMO Roundtable is structured to foster an environment of collaborative learning and problem-solving. Participants are encouraged to bring their questions, experiences, and ideas to the table, creating a rich dialogue that explores the multifaceted aspects of PMO management. Facilitated by experts with extensive experience in PMO leadership and development, these discussions not only illuminate the complexities of PMO functions but also highlight innovative approaches to overcoming common obstacles.

Roundtable Membership

Chapter members who have an interest in PMOs are encouraged to join the group. Monthly meetings will be shared with roundtable members for session registration.

Meeting Details:

When: 2nd Tuesday of the month

Where: Virtual via Zoom

Time: 6:30-7:30pm EST    

Content Structure:

PMO Roundtable meetings vary in format, including presentations, informal roundtable talks, panel discussions, demonstrations, Q&A, gamification, training workshops, and more.    

Organizers

Deb Cote, PMP

Chair: [email protected]  

Deb Cote, PMP is the Senior Director of Strategic Planning & Performance at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI), a Harvard teaching hospital, leading an organization responsible for setting standards, maintaining best practices, and measuring performance for projects and IS operations. She is a faculty member at Harvard, teaching classes in the Harvard Extension School as well as the Harvard Professional & Executive Development program. In addition to Harvard University, she is also on the faculty of Northeastern University, where she teaches project management, change management, business analysis, and leadership courses. She is a guest speaker at numerous healthcare, project management, and business analysis conferences. Deb is a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI), HIMSS, CHIME, MPUG, and The Standish Group.