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Dear Readers,

As we step into February, PMI Switzerland continues to foster innovation, leadership, and collaboration within our vibrant project management community.
This month, we bring you inspiring insights from recent events and celebrate the leaders shaping our chapter’s future.

Exploring Creativity in Project Management
On January 15, members experienced a hands-on approach to problem-solving through the LEGO® Serious Play® Workshop in Zürich.
Led by Christian Bless, this interactive session demonstrated how creativity and storytelling can enhance teamwork and project success.
Participants built more than just structures—they uncovered new perspectives on leadership and collaboration.

Empowering Project Sponsors
A successful project requires strong leadership, and the January 14 “Evaluating Your Sponsor” Workshop, led by Eric Fingerhut, tackled a crucial challenge: how to transform sponsors into true project champions. Attendees engaged in real-world case studies, gaining practical tools to assess and enhance sponsor involvement, ultimately improving project outcomes.

Welcoming PMI Switzerland’s Newly Elected Leaders
We are pleased to announce the results of our recent elections!
Congratulations to our re-elected and newly elected leaders, whose expertise and commitment will drive PMI Switzerland forward in 2025 and beyond.

📅 Save the Date: Annual Membership Meeting – February 27, 2025
Join us for our Annual Membership Meeting on February 27, 2025, where we will reflect on our achievements and discuss the exciting plans ahead.
Mark your calendars and be part of shaping the future of PMI Switzerland!

We hope you enjoy this month’s insights and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!

Best regards

Miguel Muinos-Gutierrez, PMP

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Shaping the PMI Volunteer Spirit We’re All Proud Of

Volunteering stands at the intersection of personal and professional life, creating a unique environment, rich in diversity and experience. We’re all here to make a positive difference, to learn from each other, and to grow together. At the heart of our volunteer community of varied viewpoints, backgrounds and cultures is a shared commitment to professionalism, respect, and teamwork.  We embrace thoughtful, respectful, and fact-based dialogue.

Our recent leadership survey shows the importance of a professional and enjoyable space where everyone feels valued and supported. Here are some key focus areas highlighted by the survey respondents:

1. A Clear Vision and Strategy: Volunteers want more structured direction and unified goals. Clearer planning can help everyone feel aligned and motivated.
2. Transparency and Accountability: Volunteers wish for consistent communication and for one another to follow through on their commitments, which is essential in building trust and reinforcing teamwork.
3. Respectful Communication: In their interactions, volunteers expect non-judgmental, fact-based feedback in a way that is constructive and comfortable for all parties.
4. Acknowledge, respect, and celebrate people's differences and preferences, so that each volunteer can contribute their best and strengthen our impact as a chapter.
   

Each of us has a role to play in maintaining the positive culture we all value and ensuring that our community remains welcoming, enjoyable, and constructive for everyone.

If you experience any behavior that is not in line with our values or when in doubt, speak up and contact any member of the Board of Directors starting with the VP for Volunteers, the PMI Switzerland President, or the Chapter Advisory Board. We will listen to you and help you resolve the situation.

Thank you for bringing your passion and energy to this community. Together, let’s continue to make it an inspiring and fulfilling place for everyone.

Your dedicated PMI Swiss Board of Directors and Chapter Advisory Board

‍Mark Your Calendar: Annual Membership Meeting

We are delighted to invite you to our annual membership meeting, taking place on February 27th in Lausanne.

The event will kick off with the official proceedings of the association, followed by an inspiring speaker session. To conclude, we’ll enjoy a networking apéro—a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in a relaxed setting.

Don’t miss this chance to engage with our community and gain valuable insights. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Unlocking Creativity in Project Management: Highlights from PMI Switzerland’s LEGO® Serious Play® Workshop

Unlocking Creativity in Project Management: Highlights from PMI Switzerland’s LEGO® Serious Play® Workshop
On January 15, 2025, PMI Switzerland offered its members an innovative learning experience that combined play with professional growth. Hosted at the prestigious HWZ in Zürich, this unique LEGO® Serious Play® workshop was led by the talented Christian Bless. The workshop provided project management professionals with fresh tools for problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration.

Why This Workshop Was Different

The secret ingredient? LEGO bricks.

While PMI Swiss Chapter events are known for their structured professionalism and punctuality, this workshop added a playful twist that captivated the imagination of every participant.

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Post-event review: Evaluating Your Sponsor: How to Unleash Them Into a Project Champion

On 14th January I had a chance to be a part of the workshop 'Evaluating Your Sponsor: How to Unleash Them into a Project Champion'. The workshop was led by Eric Fingerhut.

As project leaders we are doing our best to make the project meet the targets and help all team members to sing the same tune.
But what if the project sponsor is unhelpful or disengaged? This already happened with your project, right?
How to address the problem and make such important stakeholder collaborate effectively?

During the workshop Eric gave us multiple tips and a smart tool to be used to improve involvement of the sponsor.
Let me share some of the details with you.

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PMI Switzerland Election Results: Congratulations to Our Newly Elected Leaders

We are excited to share the results of the recent PMI Switzerland elections.
It is with greatenthusiasm that we congratulate two current Board members on their re-election and welcome a new member to the Board of Directors:

• Goran Cutura
• Philippe Soupart
• Martin Härri

Additionally, we are pleased to announce that Velan Thangavelu has been elected as a member of the Elections Committee.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all elected members and thank them for their dedication to advancing PMI Switzerland’s mission.
Their leadership and expertise will undoubtedly help shape the future of our organization.

Kathrin Lutz and Marina Satapathy
On behalf of the Elections Committee

[Article]

Successful Next Gen AI PMO

The Next-Gen AI PMO: Real-World AI Innovations in Project & PMO Management event, sponsored by AdEx, brought together 60 participants at the HWZ in Zürich for an engaging evening of learning and networking.

Alexandre Rezende showed the transformative potential of AI in project and PMO management, offering a mix of strategic insights and practical applications.
Attendees gained insights from real-world case studies that highlighted both successful AI implementations and lessons learned from initiatives that didn’t progress as planned.
The presentation also drew a clear distinction between Generative AI and other forms of AI, emphasizing a phased approach from Everyday AI—solving routine challenges—to Game-Changing AI capable of driving innovation and reshaping organizational strategies.

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