November 2025 Newsletter

November is here—crisp air, colorful leaves, and fresh opportunities!

Just like the season of change, this month is all about growth and transformation. From chapter elections to exciting events, like our last Chapter Meeting of the year at EastPark Medical Center tomorrow, November is the perfect time to fall into new ideas, reconnect with your community, and prepare for a strong finish to the year. Let’s make this season count!

The President's Corner

President’s Blog: Reflections from LIM 2025: Elevating Our Purpose Through M.O.R.E.

In his latest blog post, Chapter President Rodney Wendlandt shares insights from PMI’s Leadership Institute Meeting in Phoenix, where he connected with chapter leaders and heard from PMI President and CEO Pierre Le Manh. Rodney highlights PMI’s purpose — maximizing project success to elevate our world — and introduces the M.O.R.E. framework:

Manage perceptions
Own project success
Reassess project parameters
and Expand perspective.

He encourages members to embrace this vision as we work together to foster growth, collaboration, and lasting impact in our projects.

Ready to help us live out this vision? Get involved with upcoming chapter events, volunteer opportunities, and conversations that drive project success. Together, let’s strive for M.O.R.E.!

Read the full post here!

Your Voice Matters: Vote for Our 2025 Board!

Help shape the future of our chapter by casting your vote in the 2025 Board Election. Positions on the ballot include:

Vice President of Finance
Vice President of Professional Development
Vice President of Membership
Vice President of Governance
President

This 2025 Election opened this week and will close on November 21. Members, watch your inbox on November 10 for your voting link, and make your vote count!

Get Ready to Pass the PMP Exam!

February 11 2026 - April 29 2026

Every Wednesday Evening from 6:00 - 9:00PM

Join our focused PMP Exam Preparation Course and take the next step in your project management career. Our program covers every domain of the PMP exam with clear instruction, practical strategies, and real-world examples to help you master both content and test-taking skills.

Whether you’re renewing your certification or pursuing it for the first time, this class gives you the structure, accountability, and expert guidance to succeed. Sign up today and start your path to PMP certification confidence!

Questions about certification? Join PMI Madison's Past President and current Director of Certifications, Keith Thomspon, Certification Open Office Hours, held virtually every second Thursday of the month. These open forums allow for time to both simulate exam prep and open the floor for any questions. Get your questions answered by signing up for office hours here!

Upcoming Office Hours:

Thursday, November 13, 8:00 - 9:00pm
Thursday, December 11, 8:00 - 9:00pm

Final PDU Earning Opportunity of the Year: December Virtual Lunch & Learn

Wednesday, December 10

12:00 - 1:00PM

Online

Free

Cyber risks are evolving faster than ever. Are your projects prepared? Join us virtually on December 10, where Tim Bohn, Deputy Chief Information Security Officer at UW-Madison, will share practical insights into the latest threats and offer strategies to safeguard your projects.

Earn a PDU while learning how to stay ahead in an increasingly complex security landscape.

LAST CHANCE

November Chapter Meeting

Behind the Scenes at UW Health’s

EastPark Medical Center

Thursday, November 13

5:00 - 7:00PM

EastPark Medical Center, Madison, WI

Members: $25, Non-members: $30

Join us TOMORROW for a special PMI Madison chapter meeting where project managers from UW Health will share how they helped bring the new East Park Medical Center to life. At 469,000 sq ft, this state-of-the-art facility represents a massive collaborative effort, from construction and technology to change management and governance.

Attendees will gain insights into real-world healthcare project management and earn 1 PDU toward maintaining their PMI certification. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a high-impact project that’s making a difference in our community!

Stay connected with us for upcoming events and programs, and let’s continue to make 2025 a year of learning, growth, and success together!