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PMICIC Mentoring Network
Robert Kirkman, PMP®

Our chapter mentoring network matches new project managers with experienced mentors, resulting in a relationship beneficial for both parties. Currently, the opportunity exists for veteran professionals to contribute to the future of our industry by serving in mentor roles.

Making a career move in uncertain times
Patrice Waidner

These days, there are scores of articles offering advice to those now seeking jobs, but what about those who already hold a position? Career plans, though certainly affected by uncertain economic times, shouldn't be ignored. Using some familiar project management themes to evaluate your decision, this article discusses how to translate knowledge into action through the creation of a solid plan of action.

But I Don’t WANT To Take Baby Steps!
Chris Hanks, PMP®

Chapter President Chris Hanks follows up on his first quarterly update by adding specific initiatives to the strategic goals listed in the previous article. In this article, he brings a strong sense of urgency to the task of turning goals into actionable steps within a volunteer organization.

Lean Project Management: Moving from Agile to Lean
Scott Medawar, MBA, PMP®

With a focus on operations project management, PMICIC member Scott Medawar offers a thoughtful, detailed explanation of how to combine industry techniques while moving from Agile to Lean efficiency.

Region 2 Leadership Conference: Plugging in to a wealth of ideas
Mark Thomas

Important enough to drive the recent decision to move chapter elections up, the PMI Region 2 spring leadership conference provided our current chapter leaders the valuable experience of meeting with other chapter leaders to compare notes. Our newest leaders will be elected in time to attend the fall installment of this conference, with an agenda picking up on the work begun last month in Chicago.

Education Committee offers more than bang-for-bucks: A model for effective use of volunteers helps deliver quality benefits.
Mark Thomas

Arguably the busiest, most active committee of our chapter, the education committee offers members "quality training at a good value." While the duties of the group have recently expanded, notable success in building a long-term volunteer base helps keep up with new challenges.

Which PMI Credential is Right for me?: Aligning your career goals with the appropriate certification.
By Cornelius Fichtner, PMP®

Today, an increasing number of job descriptions include as a "must have" qualification the requirement for one of the five PMI professional certification designations. Factors such as one's industry and career path come into play when deciding on which designation to obtain. Cornelius Fichter's timely article offers help in making a decision that supports your overall career trajectory.

PMPlatform™ picked up by pair of chapters: Chapters in two states opt to use PMICIC web resource
Mark Pendergast, PMP®

Many members may use the website you're now viewing without knowing that the internet tool that runs our website program is an enterprise system owned by the Central Indiana Chapter. PMPlatform^TM gives this website its look and allows for the posting of its content. The PMPlatform Committee of our chapter has just secured two new "clients" within the "North Central North American Region," better known as Region 2. Other chapters are considering the use of our product, that, as the article explains, is gearing up for a major update that will significantly expand the level of service for chapter members.

Annual Chapter Business Meeting Set for 17th: Election of officers heads agenda

The PMICIC annual business meeting will take place on the June 17 monthly event at The Mansion in Carmel. The business meeting features the election of officers and voting for any proposed changes to by-laws.