Setting Strategies to Manage Stakeholders Expectations

Every successful project hinges on not just planning and execution, but on how well we engage and manage our stakeholders. These are the individuals or groups who can affect or be affected by our projects. Understanding their needs, expectations, and influences is crucial to navigating the complex landscapes in which we operate. Effective stakeholder management ensures smoother project execution, minimizes conflicts, and fosters a collaborative environment conducive to success.

During this interactive workshop, we will learn how to identify and categorize stakeholders effectively and develop tailored engagement strategies to manage diverse stakeholder groups. This workshop is designed to be a dynamic learning environment where we all contribute to each other’s understanding.

Guest Speaker: Meeta Autrey, PMP 

Meeta Autrey is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of expertise in project management, IT management, and financial services. Beyond her impressive professional journey, Meeta is a dedicated volunteer with the PMI Los Angeles Chapter, where she currently serves as the VP of Finance on the Board. Specializing in a strategic approach to digital platforms and process improvement, and with her passion for delivering innovative solutions, Meeta recently founded Blue Chair Projects, as the go-to problem-solving consultancy for momtrepreneurs, which evolved her weekend activities to encouraging operational excellence in her local community. Her involvement goes beyond the ordinary, as she brings a unique perspective and creative problem-solving skills that enhance strategic decision-making by introducing fresh insights and alternative viewpoints. Recognized as a dynamic leader and thought innovator, Meeta thrives on igniting inspiration in every endeavor, project, and mission.

PDU Value: 1.0 (Ways of Working) 

Agenda

7:30 AM - Meeting room open/networking

7:50 AM  - Chapter Announcements/Introductions

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM - Presentation