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.
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Upcoming events
Certification Info February 2026
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 - Chapter Leadership Program Cohort 9 (PMI Silicon Valley and other PMI Chapter Members ONLY)
PMISV - Chapter Leadership Program Cohort 9:
PMI Silicon Valley Leadership Program Cohort 9
(PMI Silicon Valley and other PMI Chapter Members ONLY)
The purpose of the Leadership Program is to expand and deepen the leadership team by offering a training program for managers, or equivalent, whose performance and initiative has demonstrated leadership potential.
Takeaways:
- Build awareness, knowledge and competencies in areas such as public speaking, strengths, budget and finance, leading remotely, lean thinking and practice, and more
- Gain practical leadership skills and experience
- Break down silos
- Grow professionally and personally under the guidance of a mentor
- Network with leaders
About the Instructor:
Bhanu Viswanadha
Bhanu is a PfMP, SPC, TOGAF, CISM, DPBoK, CCSK, DASSM,PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, SASM, SA, POPM, SDP, KMP1 and is currently working as an 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 andSimulation from University of Pune, India. Bhanu is a PMI LIMC20 graduate.
Program Agenda
Week 1 - Introduction to Agile
Week 2 - Servant Leadership
Week 3 - Adaptive, Situational leadership
Week 4 - Leading vs Managing
Week 5 - Emotional Intelligence
Week 6 - Mentoring vs Coaching vs Training
Week 7 - Radical Candor
Week 8 - Group project presentation
Team Lunch - TBD
Meeting Leader: Aarti Sharma
Online Registration
PMI Silicon Valley Members: $20.00
Other PMI Chapter Members: $20.00
Students & Veterans: Free (Please contact the Meeting Leader for the discount code)
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.
PM Breakfast Meeting - Cupertino
When: Monthly Every Third Tuesday 7:30 am-9:00 am
Where: Virtual Meeting (Registrants will receive joining details from Meeting Leader)
PMI Silicon Valley Chapter holds seven geographically dispersed Project Management (PM) Breakfast Meetings in San Francisco's Peninsula, South Bay, and East Bay monthly. Each is a small gathering (10 to 15) of project managers to discuss the current PM environment, share information, and brainstorm current challenges. The meeting's agenda is the topics brought by the attendees. A chapter volunteer facilitates every meeting.
This is a facilitated round table discussion on agenda topics solicited from the attendees during introductions. The intent of the meeting is to promote an informal gathering of project managers to discuss current topics in the profession, receive suggestions from the other attendees on current project challenges, or share/receive information on items of interest.
These meetings are open to anyone who is interested.
Program Agenda:
7:30 AM - Program Begins
9:00 AM - Adjourn
PMISV South Bay Happy Hour
PMISV South Bay Happy Hour
When: Monthly Every 3rd Tuesday (February 17th 5PM - 7PM)
Where: Agape Grill, 845 Stewart Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Join us for an informal get-together in the South Bay. This will be a facilitated discussion with agenda topics suggested by attendees during introductions. The intent of the meeting is to promote networking among project management professionals, provide a forum to discuss current topics in the profession, receive suggestions on project challenges, and share or exchange information on items of interest.
This is a great opportunity to meet and network with Chapter leaders, members, and volunteers in a relaxed setting, while building professional relationships and sharing experiences. The meeting is open to anyone who is interested.
Light snacks will be provided.
Registration: The registration is FREE for anyone interested. Walk-ins are welcome, although registration online is preferred to help the Event Host with planning and reserving space.
Cost: Only cost is what you order from the menu, separate checks. Please drink responsibly.
Event Leader: Ronnie Gerola Contact Event Host
PMI Silicon Valley Chapter & Second Harvest Food Bank February 2026
Joint Meeting
PMI Silicon Valley Chapter & Second Harvest Food Bank
When: February 19, 2025 from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
Where: Cypress Center Location, 4001 N. 1st St. San Jose, CA 95134
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 February 16th by registering through Second Harvest directly here
Enter Reservation Group ID: GR-36423 - 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.
- Volunteers under the age of 18 require a guardian's electronic consent at least 48 hours before the volunteer shift.
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.
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 :
Nehru and Ramneik | Event PM | outreach@pmisv.org
PDU Info: 2 PDUs
Registration:
FREE - There is no charge for this event. Spots are limited to 25 volunteers.
Registration will close two days 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.
Chapter Membership
- Be part of the largest PM community
- There are many perks for being a PMISV member
- Member discounts to chapter events, workshops, bootcamps, and more
Active-Duty Military or Veterans?
- Active-duty military or veteran can attend our chapter events for free
- Thank you for serving our country and keeping America safe!
Contact our Chapter President for a code to register our chapter events
Membership Statistics
| Total Members | 2319 |
| New Members This Year | 61 |
| PMP® Members | 1318 |
| PMI-ACP® Members | 87 |
| Members with no Certification | 941 |
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.
