Program Managers Roundtable
Program Managers Roundtable
We are bringing together five Program Management leaders from different sectors, with different career trajectories and different experiences.
What they have in common is the discipline of program management and the fact that they are joining us in Geneva to share insights on a profession that is often discussed less than project management.
What other commonalities we uncover, and what other differences you discover, is what this session is all about.
We'll explore the following areas:
- The difference between project and program management in practice
- The progression from project to program leadership
- The real-world value of the PgMP, and other credentials, including their limitations as well as their benefits
- Skills required of Program Managers (including stakeholder management and leadership)
- Practitioner perspectives from the field
- Pitfalls to avoid
If you are a practising Program Manager looking to connect with peers, a senior Project Manager weighing up the move into program leadership, or simply feel this part of the profession has been under-represented in recent years and want to know more, then join us.
We'll have a facilitated discussion, an audience Q&A, and a networking apéro to explore program management in practice.
We'd like you to leave with:
- Insights from our peer-led, candid discussion with Program Managers
- Clear inspiration for senior Project Managers considering the next step
- A showcase of strong Program Management leadership from across our region and different sectors
- Answers to the questions that matter most to you on this theme
Please note that this is an interactive discussion, and the conversation will naturally follow the interests of the audience. Some themes may therefore receive more attention than others. Come to listen, understand, ask questions, and share your perspective.
Location
Hotel Royal
Rue de Lausanne 41
1201 Genève
Pricing
Non PMI-Switzerland member : 55 CHF
PMI-Switzerland member : 35.00 CHF
Our speaker(s)
Luca Sironi MSc, MEng, MArch, PgMP, PMP
Program Manager, tertiary / institutional sector — FER Genève | 5 years as Program Manager Luca leads three distinct programs focused on Lean Management, Innovation, and the structuring and use of unstructured data. He previously contributed to an international program in Malaysia supporting the development of a new semiconductor manufacturing facility, an experience that broadened his exposure to large-scale programs in a global context. Beyond work: Passionate about hiking in the Swiss mountains, which helps him disconnect and recharge.
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Mitra Kharazmi PhD, MBA, PMP, PMO-CP
CDMO Program Management Lead, Pharma / Biotech | 12 years as Program Manager A Process Engineer with a PhD in Biotechnology from the University of Hohenheim and an MBA from American Graduate University, Mitra brings 22 years of professional experience across life sciences, pharma and biotech. Her work spans tactical and strategic roles in development, technical operations, CMC, and supply chain, including launch and life cycle management. She finds each of her programs interesting and value-adding in its own way. Beyond work: Recharges by being in nature and practising mindfulness.
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Karim Radwan CAIA, PMP
Consulting & Training (not sector-specific) | 15+ years as Program Manager Karim helps organizations achieve ambitious objectives with the resources they already have. His most notable program identified recurring issues in a real estate group, built the standards to address them, and created a blueprint for identifying and solving operational problems in any business. Beyond work: Passionate about sports and particularly martial arts — he has trained kickboxing world heavyweight champion Jérôme Le Banner.
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Carmen Gonzalez
Fund Portfolio Manager, The Global Fund — international organizations & global health | 20+ years Carmen oversees multi-country programs, driving strategic alignment, operational execution, and performance management across diverse stakeholders. She brings deep expertise in program governance and results-based approaches, including innovative financing mechanisms, and is recognized for her ability to manage complexity, foster collaboration, and translate strategy into impactful, sustainable outcomes.
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Claude Promonet, PMI-PMOCP, PMI-CPMAI, PMP
Program & Portfolio Manager, Industry / Technology | 20 years across project, program, portfolio and organization
Claude has over 30 years leading complex, cross-functional initiatives across hardware, software, industrialization, and organizational transformation, and is recognized for building high-impact PMO structures, strengthening governance, and aligning strategy with execution in innovation-driven environments. His current focus is a software platform transformation program. He is also deeply engaged with PMI as a PMO Global Awards Judge for 2025–2026 and a member of the Technology Strategy Insight Team since 2023, helping shape PMI’s thinking on PMO, technology, and AI.
Beyond work: Chess player and Swiss Championship team member; a fan of nature and animal photography to perform a digital detox and regenerate.
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Cancelation Policy
100% refund is possible for a ticket if canceled until the 10th September at midnight
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Event Information
| Event Date | 17-09-2026 18:00 - 21:00 |
| Individual Price | 35.00 - 55.00 CHF |
| Event language | English |
| No. of Business Acumen PDUs | 0.5 |
| No. of Ways of Working PDUs | 0.5 |
| No. of Power skills PDUs | 0.5 |
| Location | Hôtel Royal (Geneva) |