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The Value of Volunteerism in Project Management: Empowering Professionals, Strengthening Communities

Speaker/Facilitator: 

Lisa Fetrow will facilitate an inspiring and practical session that explores how volunteerism can be a powerful catalyst for career growth, leadership development, and chapter volunteer opportunities. Whether you're a seasoned project manager or just starting your PMI journey, this meeting will show you how giving back can move you forward.

Lisa Fetrow currently serves as the PMI Mid-Missouri Chapter Vice-President of Volunteers and is a Project Manager responsible for the TouchNet Marketplace ecommerce platform at the University of Missouri.

Talent Triangle PDUs:

Ways of Working – 0

Power Skills –1

Business Acumen – 0

TOTAL – 1

Event ID: (yyyymmdd-1)

20250925-1

PDU Claim Code: 

TBD

Date / Time of Event: (Month Day Year Time AM/PM)

Thursday, Sep 25, 2025 / 12:00 pm-1:00 pm

Location / Meeting Invitation:

A Zoom meeting link will be provided when registration is submitted.

Attendee Cost: (Include any Discount)

N/A

Benefits:

Participants will experience the following featured content:

• • • Presentation: The Value of Volunteerism in Project Management
      Learn how volunteering aligns with PMI’s mission and enhances your professional journey.
    • Podcast Spotlight:
      Highlights from The Project Management Podcast Episode 220 featuring Kevin Reilly, PMP, who shares his six-step framework for strategic volunteering and how it helped him earn his certification and build a thriving network.
    • Interactive Discussion:
      Learn about chapter volunteer opportunities, how volunteering elevates your career path and discover how easy it is to get involved.
    • Networking Opportunity:
      Connect with fellow professionals, chapter leaders, and potential mentors in a welcoming environment.

  Recommended Audience: (For example, project managers, business analysts, new members, etc.) 

  • Open to chapter members and non-chapter members
  • PMI members and credential holders
  • Aspiring project managers
  • Anyone curious about how volunteering can elevate their career

  Prerequisites or Requirements:

  None required

  Description:

  Join us for an energizing PMs@Lunch: September PMI Chapter Meeting focused on The Value of Volunteerism in Project Management. Learn how volunteering can accelerate your career, expand your network, and earn PDUs—all while making a meaningful impact.

  💡 Key Takeaways

  • How to leverage volunteerism for career advancement
  • Practical steps to get involved by volunteering with PMI Mid-Missouri Chapter
  • Overcoming common barriers to volunteering
  • Earning PDUs while making a meaningful impact