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Sunday. 18 January, 2026 - Saturday. 24 January, 2026
WEEK 04
Monday. 19 January, 2026
5:30 pm

Certification Info January 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.

6:00 pm

PMISV - Chapter Leadership Program Cohort 9 (PMI Silicon Valley and other PMI Chapter Members ONLY)

Virtual Event

 

PMISV - Chapter Leadership Program Cohort 9:

PMI Silicon Valley Leadership Program Cohort 9

(PMI Silicon Valley and other PMI Chapter Members ONLY)

 
When:   January 19, 2026 - March 9, 2026 (6PM - 7PM Mondays)
 
Where:  Virtual Meeting 
 
Last Date for On-line Registration is 1/18/2026 at 11 PM
Registrants will receive meeting joining details from Meeting Leader by afternoon on the event day.
 
Description: 
 

 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:

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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

Contact Meeting Leader:  aartisharmak11@gmail.com

 

PDU Info:

Power Skills: 7.0 Total PDUs

PDU claiming instructions 

  

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.

 
 
Tuesday. 20 January, 2026
7:30 am

PM Breakfast Meeting - Cupertino

Virtual Event

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

5:00 pm

PMISV South Bay Happy Hour

See Event Description For Details

PMISV South Bay Happy Hour

When: Monthly Every 3rd Tuesday (January 20th 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

 

 

Thursday. 22 January, 2026
5:00 pm

PMISV Tri Valley Happy Hour

Canyon Lakes Restaurant and Brewery

PMISV Tri Valley Happy Hour

When: Monthly Every 4th Thursday

Where:  Canyon Lakes Restaurant and Brewery 640 Bollinger Canyon Way, San Ramon, CA 94582

Description:

Join us for an informal get-together in the Tri-Valley. 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:  Ramneik Dua and Shilpa Maroju Contact Event Host