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Cloud Computing for Project Managers: Introduction and Key Considerations
Description
The use of Cloud Computing varies greatly from company to company. Some technical teams rely on Cloud Computing for 100% of their IT business while others have yet to embrace the Cloud. Cloud Computing for Project Managers will provide a brief introduction to the different cloud computing categories from a project managers view point. This talk will cover some of the pitfalls project managers should be prepared to address when planning to move to or leverage the cloud.
About the Speaker
Tom Cook is a technical strategy leader and agile product manager currently leading Cloud Computing for the CIO office at IBM where legacy data carefully meets the cloud. Prior to leading Cloud Computing in the CIO office, Tom led a set of teams to deploy DevOps and Design tools to over 65,000 IBM users by collaborating with startups Slack.com, GitHub.com, and Mural.ly; from closing contract deals to cybersecurity assessments of cloud based tools. Tom has a history of breaking with tradition by leading self-directed teams to leverage cutting edge technology.
Earn 2 PDUs (1-Technical, 1-Strategic & Business) while enjoying an engaging presentation and a delicious dinner.
IN THIS ISSUE:
Announcements 1 Job Postings 2 Items of Interest 2 Training Opportunities 3 Sponsor Corner 4 Chapter Info 5
Maximizing Business Value
Nov. Dinner Meeting
Date: Wednesday, Jan. 18th Time: 5:30 pm – 8:15 pm Location: DoubleTree Hotel 1117 Williston Rd S. Burlington, VT 05403
Register Here
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ACP Certif. Prep Boot Camp Date: Jan 19th – 20th Time: full day Location: Best Western S. Burlington, VT
To register: Phone: 1-844 GO DESAI (1-844-463-3724) email: [email protected]
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JOB POSTINGS
If you are looking for a new job or have an opening to post, check out the chapters Job Bank. As a service to our members and the local PMI Champlain Valley Chapter community, this is a forum to post openings for professionals in the project management field as well as an information exchange for those in the field to pursue employment opportunities in the area.
If you have a job opening related to
project management that you would
like posted here, please e-mail a
Job Title and Description along with
a point of contact to
[email protected] NEW POSITIONS:
State of Vermont - Information Technology Business Analyst III
REMAIN OPEN:
Ascension Technology Corporation- Project Manager
State of Vermont – Vendor Manager (IT Project Manager IV)
State of Vermont – Vendor Manager (IT Project Manager III)
Antioch University – Evaluation Coordinator
2016 Business Sponsorship
Be Part of Our Mission
Does your employer or your business would like to be a Proud Sponsor of the
PMI Chapter and its mission? Let us know! There are benefits to sponsorship.
The Chapter is interested in partnership with businesses - profit and nonprofit
alike - in our local communities to continue providing education, connecting
members, and expanding the awareness of the profession in Vermont.
Sponsorship packages are available in Bronze, Silver, Gold & Platinum. Each
package accommodates different level of commitment and benefits for the
sponsor.
If you have suggestions for sponsors, or want to be a sponsor or have ideas for
partnerships let us know. Send us an email or chat with us at any of our events.
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
Engagement Coordinator - Click Here
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Items of Interest
President Barack Obama Signs the Program Management Improvement and Accountability Act
President Barack Obama has signed into law S.1550, the Program Management Improvement and Accountability Act of 2015 (PMIAA), which will enhance accountability and best practices in project and program management throughout the federal government. The legislation, strongly endorsed by the Project Management Institute (PMI), was approved by both chambers of Congress with overwhelming bi-partisan support. President Obama signed it into law on Wednesday, December 14. Read More...
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PARTNER TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
2 Day Agile Certified Professional (ACP) Certification Test Preparation Boot Camp
PMI Champlain Valley Chapter and Desai Management Consulting have partnered to offer Agile Project Management training programs to the PMICV members. The first training offering is a 2 days PMI ACP Bootcamp scheduled for January 19 and 20 at the Best Western
Conference Center in South Burlington, VT.
In the last three years, Desai Management Consulting trained over 250 professionals and have a 99% success rate for those who have gone on to take PMI certification exams. Desai offers high-quality instruction built on the industry-leading Velociteach project management and certification training methods and materials. All materials are consistent with the latest PMI PMBOK version 5.0.
Boot Camp Participants Will Receive... 16 classroom hours (2 days) of intensive project management training (contact hours)*
11 hours of online exam preparation study (contact hours)*
Guidance in the PMI application process
Numerous practice questions and Hands-on experience taking structured exams
Post-training / pre-exam study group
World-class Velociteach materials with 6 months' access to the Velociteach exam prep online simulator
*Total contact hours (21) required by PMI in order to take the test.
Why Desai is Your Best Choice for Training?
World-class materials are only effective with proven training techniques. Our experienced and credentialed instructors use an unparalleled level of detail and numerous reference scenarios to ensure participants understand the material and concepts. Our methods include: Active class discussions with Participative learning
Real-world examples and Best-practice discussions
Effective exam strategies, tips and tricks
Memorization techniques
Practice tests after each subject module
Study Group
Desai-led ACP study groups are available for participants who wish to continue their exam prep beyond Boot Camp, at no charge. Our study groups offer facilitated discussion and continued learning, including: Reinforcement of materials covered
Shared study habits
In-person and virtual sessions
Shared lessons learned
For questions, or to register for the Boot Camp, please contact Desai Management Consulting
Phone: 1-844 GO DESAI (1-844-463-3724) email: [email protected]
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SPONSOR CORNER
Who is Desai?
Desai Management Consulting is a Vermont-based, minority-owned small (professional services) business serving customers in all industry sectors throughout the US and Canada.
Our Staff Augmentation Solutions
Talent Acquisition
In the Talent Acquisition (TAC) solution, Desai can help with customer staff augmentation aligned with business needs, through the recruiting of professionals for the short or long term, resulting in local or remote placement in full- or part-time capacity, for project management and business analysis skills.
Role-Based Interim CxO
Desai’s Role-Based Interim CxO (RIC) solution helps businesses of all sizes and maturities deploy qualified professionals to address business needs, resulting in interim leadership staffing in key areas (such as COO, CIO and CPO). One of the greatest levers that Desai can bring to a customer is an ability to contribute to their workforce. Whether the customer is looking for temporary technical staff augmentation, key leadership assistance, or a permanent hire, Desai’s Staff Augmentation solutions utilize best practice processes for identification and preparation of the best possible candidates. Resource candidates can be available quickly for consideration and onboarding, providing the right skills and experience to add business value.
See What We’re Up to at UVM Continuing and Distance Education
Get a competitive edge in the ever-changing world of business. Enhance your skillset with our Professional Certificate in Leadership or our other short, intensive online programs like Digital Marketing Fundamentals,
Project Management, and Healthcare Administration. Click Here
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Certificate in Leadership and Management. Click Here
In today’s fast-paced business environment, the ability to effectively manage projects is a critical skill. UVM’s Project Management Certificate provides the tools and techniques to improve the approaches and outcomes of project managers. Click Here
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Contact Us:
Web: http://www.DesaiMgmt.com
Phone: 1-844 GO DESAI
1-844-463-3724
Email: [email protected]
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Chapter Board of Directors
2016 Board
Patricia Ireland President
Elena Yakimova VP-Programs
David Kearns VP-Membership
Dan Wetzel VP-Education
Magdalena Salemno VP-Finance
Alain Caron VP-Communications & Website
Tom Kennedy VP-Marketing
Neil Delaney VP-Registrar
Nik Patel VP-Networking
About the Chapter
PMI Champlain Valley Chapter is a volunteer-only non-profit organization that provides a forum for project management professionals to promote the principles of the Project Management Institute through networking with other project managers, sharing project experiences, providing and receiving training, and supporting Project Management Professionals in their certification efforts.
Proud Sponsors of PMI Champlain Valley:
MEMBERSHIP CREDENTIALS
TOTAL MEMBERS 278 PMP ® 198
NEW MEMBERS (LAST 60 DAYS)
5 PMI-ACP ® 8
CERTIFIED MEMBERS 212 CAPM ® 3
MEMBERS WITH MULTIPLE CERTIFICATIONS
9 PGMP ® 1
PMI-SP® 2
