25-10-2025 10:00 am - 25-10-2025 12:15 pm
Virtual
* Empowering Project Professionals Through Skill & Strategy *
📅 Date: 25th October 2025 (Saturday)
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 Venue: Virtual Session
🎯 Organized by: Project Management Institute, Chennai Chapter
🎓 PDU’s: 2
PMI Chennai Chapter proudly presents a Dual Knowledge Sharing Session (KSS) — a power-packed learning experience designed to equip professionals with actionable insights and practical strategies for project success.
This event brings together two insightful sessions that go beyond traditional learning — helping you transform how you manage, communicate, and deliver projects. Whether you are a project manager, team leader, or a student aspiring to build a project management career, this is a must-attend event to learn, connect, and grow with the PMI community.
Why Attend?
- Learn directly from seasoned practitioners with decades of industry expertise.
- Gain cross-domain insights applicable across data-driven and field-based project management.
- Expand your professional network and engage with PMI’s vibrant community of project leaders.
Session 1: Building Effective Communication in Construction Projects – The Missing Link to Project Success
Speaker: Tony Jacob
Director & Principal Consultant, Constask Management Solutions LLP, India
Ineffective communication is one of the leading causes of project delays, rework, and disputes — especially in construction projects.In this session, Tony Jacob draws on his 22+ years of global experience to help professionals master the art of structured and transparent project communication.
Session Highlights:
- Designing and executing an effective project communication plan.
- Managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring team alignment.
- Leveraging tools such as Big Room, PMIS, and COMPASS Diagnostics for improved transparency.
- Enhancing workflow, accountability, and collaboration.
About the Author:
Tony Jacob is a seasoned Construction Project Delivery Specialist with 22+ years of global experience in enhancing project performance and team productivity. A certified expert in Lean Construction and Project Management, he empowers organizations across Asia and the Middle East through consulting, training, and process excellence initiatives.
Session 2: 10x Time-Saving Tips in Excel – Unlock Productivity with Smart Excel Hacks!
Speaker: Arumugam Mariappan
Senior Program Manager, Unisys
VP – Technology, PMI Chennai Chapter
Boost your productivity and efficiency with practical Excel techniques designed for real-world use. This session focuses on actionable hacks that simplify data handling, automate tasks, and elevate reporting accuracy. These proven methods will help participants streamline day-to-day operations and improve data-driven decision-making.
Key Takeaways:
- Discover 10 powerful techniques to reduce manual effort.
- Experience live demonstrations of shortcuts, formulas, and hidden features.
- Learn real-world applications that enhance efficiency and decision-making.
- Participate in an interactive Q&A and receive downloadable quick-reference sheets.
About the Author :
Arumugam Mariappan is a Senior Program Manager with over 24 years of experience in IT Infrastructure, Data Centers, Security, Service Delivery, and Project Management. He holds multiple global certifications, including PMP, PMI-ACP, CISM, ISC2 CC, and ITIL v3, and currently leads strategic programs at a CMMI Level 5 global IT firm.
🚀 Don’t Miss Out!
Join us for this dual-impact learning experience that empowers both your technical and managerial capabilities.
Mark your calendars for 25th October 2025 — where knowledge meets practice!