August 2026 Evening Meeting "PMBOK Guide 8th Edition" feat Joshua Parrott

 

August 20, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Abstract: 

The PMBOK Guide 8th Edition is here, and it's changing the game.

Why another edition?

What actually changed?

And how does it impact your career as a project manager?

In this session, you'll learn:

  • Why PMBOK 8 is the most data-driven standard yet
  • How processes and principles work together for stronger outcomes
  • Why AI and sustainability are no longer optional skills
  • How rising expectations are reshaping the PM role

Bio

Prior to joining PMI in August of 2021, Josh spent 15 years in Higher Ed working in the academic publishing sector across numerous roles. Including sales, sales management, marketing and product management.  As a Product Manager with PMI covering the PMBOK® Guide, he leads project teams consisting of subject matter experts, content managers, marketing partners and DevOps in revisions of core textbooks, practice guides, ANSI standards, online courseware and standardized assessments.   With a focus on maintaining a deep understanding of the market, customer experience and developing solutions that are focused on solving problems to delight end users.   

Meeting Details:

Pre-registration Expires:  Day of event @10A CST. Registration is capped at 100 attendees.

Cancellation Policy: Event will be cancelled if we do not have a minimum of (6) or for other reasons out of our control. All attempts will be made to re-schedule it.

PDUs: 1 (.5 Ways of Working + .5 Business Acumen)

Meeting Agenda:

  • Announcements/Business Update - 6PM-6:05PM CST
  • Presentation and Q&A - 6:05P-7P CST

Note:  Registrants will receive an MS Teams link via the confirmation email after registration.  Those using employer issued machines at home and connecting VPN may need to use phone for audio and a Smart device (table, PC or Smartphone) to view slides and video.  To increase engagement on an online event, we sincerely encourage you to enable your camera.  Use a Smartphone if your PC or MacBook does not have a camera.  

Substitution Policy: 

Substitutions will be allowed. Alternate Attendee will need to notify us who they are replacing. Contac[email protected] for any cancellations or Substitutions.

Video/Photo Release:

With the permission of our speaker/presenter, the Chapter reserves the right to record and share this session on its official platforms (e.g., YouTube Channel) in full or in part within 4–8 weeks after the event. By registering/attending this event, I understand the PMI Central Illinois Chapter or its representatives may take video/photographs of attendees at the above-identified event. I agree that the PMI Central Illinois Chapter may use such video/photographs of me with or without my name and for any lawful purpose, including, for example, such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and Web content. (Note: "If I do not wish to be photographed, I understand it is my responsibility to notify chapter representatives at the event.")

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