From accidental to intentional: Future-proofing your project management career in 2026.
Speaker
Purnima Gore
Agenda
6:30pm - Intro & announcements
6:40pm - Talk
8:00pm - Talk concludes
8:30pm - Event ends
Synopsis
Are you looking to break into Project Management or accelerate your early career? Are the days of the "accidental project manager" over?
Join our expert panel for "The Intentional PM – Navigating Careers in 2026," a dynamic session designed to help you strategically build your career in a rapidly evolving industry.
Whether you are considering an apprenticeship, entering a graduate scheme, or pivoting from another sector, this event will discuss what has changed and how we can leverage those transferable skills and navigate modern entry routes.
We will also explore the impact of AI on the profession, highlighting why "power skills" like emotional intelligence, resilience, and stakeholder mastery are your strongest competitive advantages. Join us to gain invaluable insights, and future-proof your project management career.
About the speaker
Purnima Gore is a highly experienced programme and project manager with extensive expertise in IT and business transformation across public and private sectors. Founder of Project GPS, Purnima brings deep knowledge of consultancy setup, governance, and delivery techniques, including Agile and Waterfall.
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This event is brought to you by: Project Management specialist group (PROMS-G)
