Chapter News

Brought to you by PMI Netherlands Chapter and hosted by Shalini Mansharamani, Deputy Director of Development, the PMI Talk Show has already unpacked a wealth of lessons. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a future leader, these episodes remind us that plans are only a small part of project management. You have to think about purpose, people and progress.

Here’s a quick look at the conversations that have shaped our journey so far.

Episode 1 - Leading the Future with Yolanda Cabrera Sybesma

Topic: Vision, Inclusion, and Social Impact
Guest: Yolanda Cabrera Sybesma, President PMI NL Chapter

In our premiere episode, Yolanda shares her strategic roadmap for the chapter, anchored in:

• Growth: Membership expansion, corporate partnerships, youth outreach
• Inclusion: First female president in 25 years, promoting women in leadership
• Sustainability & Social Good: Refugee support programs, education, and ESG
• PMI Alignment: A 25-year anniversary strategy that reflects PMI Global’s mission

💡 “We’re not just building a chapter - we’re building a movement.”

🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYyxqHSw7dE&t=83s

 

Episode 2 - Rethinking Project Management with Gabriel Nerys

Topic: Adaptive Mindset, PM Maturity, and Integration
Guest: Gabriel Nerys, Senior Project Management Leader

Gabriel dives deep into what makes modern project management truly effective:

• Beyond Agile vs. Waterfall: It’s about predictive, adaptive, or hybrid choices
• Key Success Factors: Leadership, functional knowledge, and project methodology
• AI & PM: A supportive tool, not a replacement
• Global Maturity Differences: Americas = process-driven, Middle East = human-centric, Europe = balanced

💡 “Project management is a profession, not a stepping stone.”

🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEXOTYS6oUc&t=1268s

Episode 3 - IWD 2025: Women in Project Management

Topic: Gender Equality, Inclusion, and Authentic Leadership
Guests: PMI NL Board Members & Volunteers

In celebration of International Women’s Day, we spotlighted voices shaping a more equitable future in project management:

• Diversity Initiatives: Inclusive event planning, female leadership targets, academic outreach
• Authentic Reflections: Balancing career, personal life, and volunteering
• Male Allyship: Crucial for long-term cultural transformation
• Call to Action: Share your voice, mentor others, build equitable systems

💡 “Leadership is not about doing it all, but about knowing when to let go.”

🎥 Watch the full discussion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGIYspNRq3o

Episode 4 - Beyond Delivery: Leading with Strategic Intention

Topic: Strategic Leadership and PMI’s MORE Framework
Guest: Kelly Swart, Consultant & PMI NextGen Outreach Member

Kelly introduces the MORE mindset for modern leadership:

• Manage perceptions – define success early
• Own project success – take accountability beyond handover
• Relentlessly reassess – stay adaptive, not reactive
• Expand perspectives – connect work to real-world value

She urges project professionals to lead from the very first question—not just from kickoff.

💡 “You don’t need a title to lead. Impact starts with perspective.”

🎥 Listen to the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1HntizQuQ4&t=335s

You can find all the episodes on our website as well.