Be Resilient
As Project Managers, we are resilient to challenges and often rise to the occasion through plan B's and C's. As we turn the page to a new year, PMISV will continue to host our monthly events virtually.
Visit our PMISV Events page for available virtual events.
Join our LinkedIn Group and stay connected to your peers.
Upcoming events
Certification Info January 2025
Project Managers interested in obtaining information on PMI's certification programs are welcome to attend the Monthly Certification Information Meeting. Its intent is to provide an understanding of the application process, exam content and structure, exam environment and available tudy resources.
PMISV Mentorship Program 2025
PMI Silicon Valley Chapter & Second Harvest Food Bank
Joint Meeting
PMI Silicon Valley Chapter & Second Harvest Food Bank
When: Janaury 24, 2025 from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
Where: Cypress Center Location, 4001 N. 1st St. San Jose, CA 95134
Register Today!
Expand your network while participating in a charitable cause: Join your PMI Silicon Valley member peers and Second Harvest of Silicon Valley for our next team-building event where your volunteering will contribute directly to Second Harvest's mission to end hunger in our community
How to Register: Secure your spot no later than January 22nd by registering through Second Harvest directly here
Enter Reservation Group ID: GR-32888
-- Note -- Registration is FREE. If registration is full, please check back closer to the event, as spots often open up when registered individuals have to cancel.
What to expect: This volunteering work is to help sort and box the fresh produce and healthy groceries that SHSV provides to neighbors in our community. Duties may include sorting and quality control, assembly line work, lifting boxes onto pallets, or unloading produce. Volunteer shifts include clean-up time as well. Please note these shifts are fast paced and active and may require lifting up to 25 pounds.
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley distributes nutritious food to over 500,000 needy people per month in Silicon Valley through food recovery, with the help of a large network of partners, volunteers, and donations.
Food rescue, also called food recovery, is the practice of collecting fresh, edible food that would have otherwise gone to waste from restaurants, grocers, and other food establishments and distributing it to local social service agencies. Food rescue is extremely effective because it simultaneously gets food to those who need it most and reduces food waste, minimizing the amount of toxic emissions from food waste in landfills.
This volunteering work is for sorting and packing food in boxes that will be distributed by Second Harvest Food Bank (SHFB) to needy people.
PMI Silicon Valley Chapte
Meeting Format:
1:15pm - Arrive to front lobby
1:15pm - 1:30pm Check In & Name ID
1:30pm - 1:45pm Orientation and safety instructions by SHFB staff
1:45pm - 3:00pm Sort and box the fresh produce and healthy groceries
3:00pm - 3:10pm Break where light refreshments will be provided
3:10pm - 3:30pm Cleaning work
3:30pm - Check out PMISV staff
Meeting Contacts :
Vishal, Besma | Event PM | outreach@pmisv.org
PDU Info: 3 PDUs
Registration:
FREE - There is no charge for this event. Spots are limited to 25 volunteers.
Registration will close one day prior to event date, or when the capacity of 25 is reached.
If registration is full, please check back closer to the event, as spots often open up when registered individuals have to cancel.
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP: PMP boot camp (4 day)
When:
January 25,26 & Feb 1,2 2025 Sat & Sun 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Where: Online
Pricing:
Early Bird: PMISV member: $550 Non-PMISV member: $650
Regular: PMISV member: $600 Non-PMISV member: $700
This PMP boot camp is designed to prepare you for the PMP exam.
Get PMP certification before August 1, 2025, and get a $200 refund of the registered price.
- This course satisfies the 35 hours requirement for sitting for the PMP® exam
- Access to digital materials from PMI
- Instructor led PMP training
- Test-Taking Strategies and Techniques
- PMI Authorized training partners
Agenda:
08:30 AM – 09:00 AM: Sign in & Networking
09:00 AM – 05:00 PM: Class
About the Instructors
Bhanu Viswanadha
TOGAF, CISM, DPBoK, CCSK, DASSM, PMP, PMI ACP, CSM, SASM, SA, POPM, SDP, KMP1 is currently working as IT Architect at NetApp. Previous positions include Program Manager at a major retail and healthcare company and Technical Leader at APL Ltd. While he was the PMO manager at Safeway Inc., he implemented a process for recruiting, mentoring,and motivating the Safeway project management community. Mr. Viswanadha’s other projects include delivering a training program for project manager coaching/mentoring in both waterfall and Agile methodologies. He has also been an Adjunct Professor at Golden Gate University, Cogswell University of Silicon Valley and he is a Past President at PMI Silicon Valley. Bhanu is a PMI approved ATPInstructor. Bhanu has Masters in Mathematics from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India and Master of Technology in Mathematical Modeling and Simulation from the University of Pune, India. Bhanu is a PMI LIMC20
graduate.
Hanu Malineni
Hanu is a Program Manager, Agile Coach, and Trainer based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) and PMP (Project Management Professional) training. As a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP) Instructor andcertified SAFe SPC (SAFe Practice Consultant), Hanu has a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and
project management practices, making him well-suited to guide professionals across various industries.
With over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, Hanu has a proven track record of leading successful program and Agile transformations. He has mentored
numerous Scrum Masters, Product Owners, managers, and project managers, fostering environments that enhance innovation, efficiency, and adaptability. Hanu is a chapter volunteer leader and current Board member of PMI Silicon Valley. Hanu's expertise is backed by a comprehensive suite of advanced certifications, including PMP, ACP,
PMI-ATP, DASSM, PSM II, KMP, ICP-ACC, CSaSP, Agility Health, and SAFe SPC. He iscommitted to continuous learning and professional development.
Meeting Leader: Arti Sharma
Meeting Leader Email: Aartisharmak11@gmail.com
At-the-Door Registration: No walk-ins allowed. Please register for the course online in advance
Cancellation Policy:
This event is a professional society meeting, held for the benefit of its members. The Plan Ahead registration fee paid is based on the registrant's ability to commit to attendance, ahead of time. The Plan Ahead registration fee will not be refunded for any reason, other than event cancellation, after normal business hours (5:00 PM, Pacific) on the registration deadline day. The PMI - Silicon Valley Chapter reserves the right to make last-minute changes to program content and speakers, as circumstances dictate.
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP: PMP boot camp (4 day)
When:
January 25,26 & Feb 1,2 2025 Sat & Sun 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Where: Online
Pricing:
Early Bird: PMISV member: $550 Non-PMISV member: $650
Regular: PMISV member: $600 Non-PMISV member: $700
This PMP boot camp is designed to prepare you for the PMP exam.
Get PMP certification before August 1, 2025, and get a $200 refund of the registered price.
- This course satisfies the 35 hours requirement for sitting for the PMP® exam
- Access to digital materials from PMI
- Instructor led PMP training
- Test-Taking Strategies and Techniques
- PMI Authorized training partners
Agenda:
08:30 AM – 09:00 AM: Sign in & Networking
09:00 AM – 05:00 PM: Class
About the Instructors
Bhanu Viswanadha
TOGAF, CISM, DPBoK, CCSK, DASSM, PMP, PMI ACP, CSM, SASM, SA, POPM, SDP, KMP1 is currently working as IT Architect at NetApp. Previous positions include Program Manager at a major retail and healthcare company and Technical Leader at APL Ltd. While he was the PMO manager at Safeway Inc., he implemented a process for recruiting, mentoring,and motivating the Safeway project management community. Mr. Viswanadha’s other projects include delivering a training program for project manager coaching/mentoring in both waterfall and Agile methodologies. He has also been an Adjunct Professor at Golden Gate University, Cogswell University of Silicon Valley and he is a Past President at PMI Silicon Valley. Bhanu is a PMI approved ATPInstructor. Bhanu has Masters in Mathematics from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India and Master of Technology in Mathematical Modeling and Simulation from the University of Pune, India. Bhanu is a PMI LIMC20
graduate.
Hanu Malineni
Hanu is a Program Manager, Agile Coach, and Trainer based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) and PMP (Project Management Professional) training. As a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP) Instructor andcertified SAFe SPC (SAFe Practice Consultant), Hanu has a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and
project management practices, making him well-suited to guide professionals across various industries.
With over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, Hanu has a proven track record of leading successful program and Agile transformations. He has mentored
numerous Scrum Masters, Product Owners, managers, and project managers, fostering environments that enhance innovation, efficiency, and adaptability. Hanu is a chapter volunteer leader and current Board member of PMI Silicon Valley. Hanu's expertise is backed by a comprehensive suite of advanced certifications, including PMP, ACP,
PMI-ATP, DASSM, PSM II, KMP, ICP-ACC, CSaSP, Agility Health, and SAFe SPC. He iscommitted to continuous learning and professional development.
Meeting Leader: Arti Sharma
Meeting Leader Email: Aartisharmak11@gmail.com
At-the-Door Registration: No walk-ins allowed. Please register for the course online in advance
Cancellation Policy:
This event is a professional society meeting, held for the benefit of its members. The Plan Ahead registration fee paid is based on the registrant's ability to commit to attendance, ahead of time. The Plan Ahead registration fee will not be refunded for any reason, other than event cancellation, after normal business hours (5:00 PM, Pacific) on the registration deadline day. The PMI - Silicon Valley Chapter reserves the right to make last-minute changes to program content and speakers, as circumstances dictate.
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- There are many perks for being a PMISV member
- Member discounts to chapter events, workshops, bootcamps, and more
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Membership Statistics
| Total Members | 2108 |
| New Members This Year | 600 |
| PMP® Members | 1220 |
| PMI-ACP® Members | 80 |
| Members with no Certification | 849 |
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Project Management Institute, with members in 135 countries, is the world's foremost authority for the project management profession. PMI sets industry standards, conducts research, and provides education and certification opportunities designed to strengthen and further establish the profession. PMI Silicon Valley is the 23rd largest PMI chapter, worldwide, with 2,200+ members. Sponsorship with PMI Silicon Valley is an excellent way to showcase and promote your PM-based products and services to our members and visitors.
