1. Agenda Validate Our Chapter’s Mission Vision for EOY 2003 Modified SWOT Develop Chapter Goals for the year Establish Goalkeepers Establish Milestones

2. GNO PMI Chapter Strategic Planning Session President Tony Pittari VP Administration Ian Cockburn VP Membership Greg Wilde VP Programs Yana Lemann Asst. VP Programs Stone Davis VP Communications Mary Whitfield Newsletter Editor Jim Varnado VP Education Rob Martin, VP Special Projects Jim Wetherington VP Marketing Geoff Hingle VP Finance Steve Gaiennie PM of Scholarship Program Kate Simister

3. PMI Chapters PMI® Chapters PMI has over 200 chartered and approximately 55 potential chapters geographically dispersed over 67 countries. When you apply to become a PMI member, you may choose to join a chapter(s), which provides you with a "network of expertise" in your local area. Chapters provide face-to-face contact with peers from various organizations and industries working in the project management field. Chapters advance the mission and objectives of PMI by promoting project management professionalism within local businesses, universities and professional organizations in the chapter area. Project management professionalism is enhanced through chapter activities, meetings and other educational programs designed to strengthen the knowledge, awareness and understanding of project management principles, tools and techniques.

4. GNO PMI By Laws Bylaws Article III - Objectives Section 1: Provide a professional forum for the exchange of knowledge and ideas related to the management of project-oriented tasks. Section 2: Provide a unifying influence on the advancement of project management with emphasis on all aspects of planning, scheduling, and control of project-oriented tasks. Section3: Conduct meetings, seminars, and other activities, which support the above.

5. Vision for EOY 2003 If we had a press release at the end of the year documenting what we have done as a chapter, what would it say? Press Release:

6. Modified SWOT Strengths Weaknesses

7. Develop Chapter Goals for the year 2003 Goals/Milestones

8. President Responsibilities: The President has the overall responsibility for operation of the Chapter consistent with its established goals and objectives, and in alignment with the goals and objectives of the Institute.

9. VP Administration Responsibilities: The VP of Administration is responsible for maintaining all Chapter records. Complete implementation of Chapter Library Submit chapter annual survey in timely manner Accomplish analysis of chapter statistics Develop alternative payment methodologies Plan and participate in ACP meetings Examine and adjust PM Roles

10. VP Membership Responsibilities: The Vice President of Membership and Recruiting will be responsible for the development and maintenance of a Chapter membership plan that assures continued growth through aggressive recruiting and partnering with major Greater New Orleans employers. New Member Orientation Packet Directory of Services Member Demographics and profiles Member Directory Corporate membership Resume review service Mentoring program Student Membership Membership retention

11. VP Programs Responsibilities: The VP of Programs is responsible for the development and delivery of programs relating to project management for each scheduled Chapter meeting. The content of these programs is to be consistent and in accordance with the objectives of the Chapter and with approval of the Chapter Board. Maintain program schedule on web Focus programs on future PM trends Training Other economic organizations Programs outside the monthly meeting How rather than why Identify projects of interest and invite a speaker Interactive discussions after the programs

12. VP Communications Responsibilities: The VP of Communications is responsible for the timely dissemination of information both to and from the Chapter membership, using various tools to accomplish the objective. Increase Distribution of mass mailings Improve the website Create web email list server Ecommerce by mail Monthly news letter Meeting announcements Develop and distribute Chapter Brochure Calendar of Events (GNOPMI and other organizations) Media contacts project PMI Hotline to communicate events

13. VP Education Responsibilities: The Vice President of Membership and Recruiting will be responsible for the development and maintenance of a Chapter membership plan that assures continued growth through aggressive recruiting and partnering with major Greater New Orleans employees. PDD Business luncheons Updates on PMI certifications Study Groups Scholarship program More opportunities for PDU attainment Explore usage of CBT Explore use of webinars and elearning opportunities

14. VP Special Projects Responsibilities: the VP of Special Projects will be responsible for the coordination of special one-time efforts identified by the Chapter Board that cross functional areas of responsibility and provide support to various Chapter Board members and the Chapter as a whole. Establish a speaker bureau Work with communications to establish the volunteer organizations support bureau Enhancing relationship with other organizations (Baton Rouge chapter)

15. VP Marketing Responsibilities: The VP of Marketing and Sponsorship will be responsible for creating all publicity of the local Chapter and PMI and partnering with local, national and international businesses media and vendors to advance the Chapter and the profession of Project Management. Identify Publicity opportunities Develop a Brochure Target organizations Advertise in newspaper Mission vision on back of receipts PMI quote for the month at chapter meetings Develop marketing plan Event sponsorship

16. VP Finance Responsibilities: The VP of Finance will be responsible for the solicitation of input from the Board members for development of financial goals and objectives for the Chapter and the presentation of an annual financial plan. Manage finances with in chapter guidelines Publish financial reports Insurance Taxes

17. GNO PMI Project Managers Section 1: PM of the Newsletter The PM of the Newsletter will be responsible for the monthly publishing and distribution the chapter newsletter. The PM of the Newsletter will send to the VP of Communications the monthly newsletter not less than ten (10) days before all general meetings. Section 2: PM of the Website The PM of the Website will be responsible for the technical maintenance of the Chapter's official website. Content of the website will be coordinated through the Board of Directors.

18. GNO PMI Project Managers Section 3: PM of the Professional Development Day The PM of the Professional Development Day will be responsible for the production of the chapter's Professional Development Day. The PM will coordinate with the VP of Education and Certification for course content. The PM will coordinate scheduling, registration, production of course material, booking of facilities and all other necessary activities. Section 4: PM of the Scholarship Program The PM of the Scholarship Program will be responsible for the establishment and maintenance of the chapter’s Scholarship Program. The PM will coordinate with the Board of Director’s regarding the program definition including criteria definition, funding and selection of awardees. The PM will also coordinate with representatives of local universities to determine potential candidates for the scholarships.