Elevating Excellence in a Changing World
Join us at the PMI National Conference 2026 and rediscover why strong project management fundamentals are more important than ever.
In a world defined by continuous change, increasing complexity, and non-linear career paths, fundamentals act as our lighthouse - guiding decisions, enabling adaptation, and helping us move forward with clarity and confidence.
Through interactive sessions and shared experiences, we will explore the practices shaping modern project delivery, including:
- Sustainability and social impact
- Agility in complex environments and scalable delivery
- Strengthening technical, business, and power skills
Whether you are an experienced project professional or simply curious about how projects create meaningful impact, this conference offers the opportunity to:
- Learn
- Connect
- Exchange ideas
- network with peers and industry leaders
- Engage with organisations shaping the future of the profession
Why Attend
- Earn PDUs
- Connect with industry leaders
- Gain practical insights
- Explore innovation in project management
PMI National Conference 2026 Elevating Excellence: PM Fundamentals Matter More, Not Less
Leading projects in the era of continuous change
Date: May 14th, 2026
Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin 4
Rising Tide Consulting
Tammy Snook
Strategist and Project Leader
Canada
Project Leadership
Tammy Snook is a strategist and project leader from Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, and the founder of Rising Tide Consulting. Her work sits at the intersection of project management, community development, and entrepreneurship, where she transforms organizations from theoretical vision to practical action. She serves as Director of Outreach for the Project Management Institute Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter, where she leads initiatives that expand awareness of project management across the province. Proud of her longstanding Irish heritage, Tammy brings a perspective rooted in place, people, and possibility. Outside of her busy schedule, Tammy enjoys travelling and supporting local coffee shops in search of the perfect caramel macchiato.
Project Management Institute
Kathleen Walch
Director of AI Engagement and Community
USA
AI Adoption & Governance
Kathleen Walch is Director of AI Engagement and Community at Project Management Institute (PMI), where she focuses on advancing practical, responsible AI adoption across the project management profession. In this role, Kathleen works at the intersection of education, community, and real‑world practice to help professionals confidently lead AI‑enabled initiatives.
As an experienced data-focused analyst with a background in marketing, Kathleen’s expertise and experience in project management issues around organizational adoption of data led to the development of the CPMAI methodology. Kathleen is a dynamic presenter, researcher and thought leader on emerging technology best practices. She is a sought after keynoter and presenter speaking to audiences worldwide. Kathleen is also the host of the AI Today podcast and a frequent contributor to publications including CIO, Fortune, Forbes, and TechTarget SearchAI.
