2024

International Project Portfolio Management Executive ➤ Mining ➤ Smelting ➤ Recycling ➤ Minerals ➤ Metals ➤ Chemicals ➤ Battery Technology ➤ Mechanical Engineer with over 20 years of experience in successfully delivering international portfolios, programs, and projects across the full business life cycle. A wealth of professional experience in international project management including successful brownfield and greenfield project delivery in mining, smelting, chemicals, mineral processing, and recycling operations across Australia, Southeast Asia, South America, and Europe. Passionate about creating and delivering value through effective stakeholder alignment, business case emphasis, and applying a growth learning mindset to focus people on achieving exceptional results. I enjoy the challenge of managing people by appreciating their strengths and intrinsic motivators to enable a disciplined and accountability-driven performance culture.

Marcus Glowasz is a trusted advisor and specialist in enabling data and analytics capabilities in the project management domain. With nearly 30 years of international experience in technology and data-driven projects, he provides guidance and support to project leaders and teams, helping them become data-literate and enable effective data-informed and evidence-based practices that align with the dynamic nature of today's business environments. Marcus is the author of the book "Leading Projects with Data" which offers invaluable insights into overcoming cultural and behavioral barriers to successfully leverage data-informed practices in projects, empowering organizations to harness the power of data and drive project success.

Eman Deabil is a professional management consultant with 15+ years of total diversified experience, doctorate student, published author, and seasoned speaker/trainer. She obtained a Diploma in ESG from the Corporate Governance Institute. Her MBA is in Project Management and she’s the first certified PfMP Bahraini woman, has IPMO-P, PMP, PRINCE2, Strategy Implementation Professional, and Balanced Scorecard Certified Practitioner. Eman participated as a jury member in PMO Awards competitions. In May 2020, the projects she led were awarded the 3rd and 5th place in the PMO Hackathon organized by the PMO Global Alliance.

Dr. Mona Zoughaib is an esteemed speaker and influential leader, recognized for her remarkable contributions to the field of project management. With an impressive portfolio of speaking engagements at major events across the GCC and MENA region, Dr. Zoughaib has solidified her reputation as a captivating presenter and thought leader. As a featured speaker and panelist at prestigious gatherings such as the PMI UAE Annual Event and the CIO Committee Annual Gathering in Lebanon, Dr. Zoughaib has consistently captivated audiences with her dynamic speaking style and wealth of knowledge. Her ability to engage participants in meaningful discussions and provide valuable insights has established her as a prominent figure in the project management community. In addition to her speaking engagements, Dr. Zoughaib has taken on key roles within industry associations and organizations. She served as a board member on the PMI Lebanon chapter for five consecutive years, demonstrating her dedication to advancing the profession and fostering professional development opportunities. Dr. Zoughaib's expertise extends beyond the stage, as she is a certified trainer for the PWC Academy Middle East and a Premier Authorized Training Partner (ATP) Instructor authorized by the Project Management Institute Global. Her commitment to delivering high-quality training is evident in her PMP certification and her role as a part-time professor at esteemed universities such as the American University of Beirut (AUB) and the Lebanese American University (LAU). With over 20 years of experience in the banking, aviation, and education sectors, Dr. Zoughaib brings a wealth of practical knowledge to her presentations. Her extensive background in senior PMO positions at renowned organizations such as Fransbank and Middle East Airlines has shaped her deep understanding of project management principles and best practices. Fluent in French, English, Arabic, and Spanish, Dr. Zoughaib's ability to connect with diverse audiences further enhances her impact as a speaker. Her passion for project management and commitment to continuous learning make her a highly sought-after speaker for global summits and events.

Gregor Androjna is a Consultant and the owner of PMOexpert business. He is passionate about enhancing value delivery across business strategy execution, project portfolios. Gregor assists organizations in establishing Project Management Office (PMO)-like functions to empower clients, so that they can achieve faster and higher ROI from strategic initiatives. With over two decades of experience in Project Management, Quality Assurance, and the PMO field, he has honed his expertise through energy production investments and mechanical system installations. Now a specialized consultant, Gregor leverages innovative PMO/strategy delivery methodologies like the Impact Engine System®, along with global cutting-edge expert coaches and partners, to focus on business needs and deliver fast results for clients. He is changing local PMO culture by sharing his expertise through speaking events, the PMO Slovenia community and the PMOexpert Mastermind workshops he founded, to make a difference.

Throughout my 17 year career in IT and 14 in project management, I have learned that most portfolio, program, and project management strategies are written as if we live in a perfect world.

Alex has been a project manager and project fixer for over 40 years, helping organizations achieve strategic results and value. Alex's expertise in Outcomes Thinking techniques is highly regarded worldwide, and her life mission is to equip project specialists with these skills.

Anne Hartley, Founder and Principal Consultant for AH Consulting, is a facilitator for change and growth in complexity and ambiguity. Anne’s mission and that of AH Consulting is to help clients and partners set the stage for success, achieve what seems impossible, and deliver industry-defining results. She is known for simplifying the complex, helping clients get organized and aligned, and deriving customized pathways with successful outcomes.

Deborah has over 20 years standing up different types of PMOs across multiple industries. She started her PMO journey at Chevron, incorporating value realization and prioritization. Through multiple tech companies, she ended up overseeing the implementation of PMO at Walmart, the Fortune 1 company, where size alone made for interesting challenges. Since then she has focused in the food retail and distribution sector, helping more immature organizations build and value the capabilities of portfolio management. She has a PhD and Masters in Information Science and a BSc Computer Science.

Lindsay has over 20 years of experience in project management and PMO. She is a Director at PMO Learning, a training company dedicated to PMO, and Co-Founder of the House of PMO, a professional membership organisation for PMO practitioners. Lindsay co-authored the PMO Competency Framework and edited the Handbook of People in Project Management. Lindsay frequently speaks on project management and PMO career topics and offers one-on-one coaching to those seeking to advance their careers in PMO. She loves walking her dog Reginald, an avid reader and collects gin, not necessarily at the same time!