We are looking for a project manager who can manage complete ecommerce project builds and long-term program relationships. We build ecommerce projects on Magento, the fastest growing ecommerce platform on the market. We’ve building sites on this platform since it came out in 2008, and are expanding our team to satisfy the ever-growing demand for quality companies who can build Magento ecommerce sites.

The Company:

Classy Llama Studios, according to its namesake, is a bit different. Our culture is a bit zany, our approach to business is a bit unconventional, and it seems to be working quite well. We have a team of highly committed llamas that care about each other and care about the clients we serve. We have each other’s backs, and what we do is more than a job; we are fulfilling a mission and pursuing a vision that we are passionate about. There’s meaning to what we do, and that’s the most important thing we have to offer new team members.

Click HERE for more information.

— Joe

Joining a PMI chapter provides the opportunity for you to advance your career in project management by:

— Joe

5th Annual Roaring River Conference
April 14, 2011 8:00 AM to April 15, 2011 5:00 PM
Roaring River Conference Facility
Highway 112 – Cassville, MO 65625

Earn up to 14 PDUs for this 2 day event
$1,500.00 Roaring River Conference – Departmental Discount

The 5th annual NWA PMI PDU event is being held Thursday & Friday, April 14 & 15 at the Roaring River Conference Facility in Cassville, MO (about 40 minutes north of Bentonville).

In four sessions over two days, participants will work on Project Scheduling Skills and Challenges, Communication Techniques for Success, and Communicating Up to Influence Management Decision Making.

Sessions run from 8AM – Noon and 1PM to 5PM on Thursday.

Friday’s schedule runs from 8AM to11:15 AM and 12:15PM to 3:30PM. A total of 12 PDUs are available for participants in these sessions.

A panel discussion between the session leaders will be held from 3:30 to 5:00PM. The panel will be moderated by a NWA PMI chapter member. Participants will be asked to submit questions in advance.

Overnight lodging is not included in the conference fee, but special room rates are available at the Conference Center. Please call the Conference Center at the number listed on the Roaring River material attached, and indicate you are a participant in the NWA PMI conference.

A light continental breakfast will be available from 7:15 to 8AM. Lunch will be served from Noon to 1PM with a mid-morning and mid-afternoon break. Dinner on Thursday is not included. Typically, conference attendees arrange to carpool to Eureka Springs.

NWA PMI chapter members – $399 (or $350 before 4/1)

SWMO PMI chapter members – $399

Link to Conference Documents:
Registration
About the presenter
Loging Reservations
Directions

— Brad

. Please direct all inquiries to symposium@pmimilehisym.org, or visit the Symposium website, www.pmimilehisym.org.

 There is a discount for Region 6 chapters, so if you are interested, you can contact Juanita for the code. Her email is president@pmiswmo.org.

— Juanita

Here is a direct link to their webpage that is advertising the Cruise: http://www.pmi-charleston.org/sea .

— admin

 This year there are two positions available:

 VP Programs and Professional Development

The Vice President of Programs and Professional Development shall be accountable 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 PMI Southwest Missouri Chapter and with approval of the Chapter Board of Directors.  Additionally, this position is responsible for promoting the project management profession through the development of educational publications, seminars, and workshops designed to enhance and expand the skills and knowledge of project managers.

 Click here for a copy of the Operating Guide and detailed requirements of the position.

 VP Marketing and Communications

The Vice President of Marketing and Communication shall be responsible for publicity of the local PMI Southwest Missouri Chapter and PMI to internal and external publications and through collaborating with local businesses. This position should also promote the project management profession through the planning and coordination of special events, as identified by the Chapter Board, designed to enhance and expand the skills and knowledge of project managers.  In addition, VP Marketing and Communication shall be responsible for promoting the local chapter through publications, newsletters, web media and other documentation designed to enhance and expand the Chapter and PMI.

 Click here for a copy of the Operating Guide and detailed requirements of the position.

Board positions are two year terms beginning January 1st of the year following the election.  In order to run for a Board position you must be an active PMI SWMO chapter member in good standing.  You must possess a valid PMP Certification.  You must be willing to fulfill all of the requirements of the position to include attending monthly Board Meetings.

 To apply for the position, download, complete and return the Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (click here) along with your resume, a biography to be referenced for the online election ballot and an electronic photo (optional).  The completed documentation can be emailed to admin@pmiswmo.org.  To mail your documentation send an email request for a mailing address.  The Nomination Committee will review all submissions to verify the candidate meets all of the requirements of the open position. 

 All documentation must be received no later than September 14, 2010.

The election will be conducted electronically.  Results will be announced no later than the November Chapter Meeting.

— Pam

(Okay, maybe not all – but at least 2)

The board is looking for two chapter members to volunteer to work on the Nomination Committee. The Nomination Committee is responsible for coordinating the annual Chapter Board Elections. 

This is the Chapter’s first election so we are afforded the opportunity to frame how future nominating committees may work – based upon the PMISWMO Chapter Bylaws.

This year, two positions will be filled in the election:

• VP – Programs and Professional Development
• VP – Marketing and Communications

As a Nomination Committee Volunteer, you will be required to attend meetings between now and when the election is completed in November.   Schedules and select duties will be ironed out at the first meeting. 

Since this is our first election and since we are still small I anticipate about 3 hours of effort on everyone’s part.

This is a great opportunity to earn one (1) Continuing Certification Requirements PDU, under category 5B.

If you are interested, please email me at admin@pmiswmo.org. 

Thanks!

Pamela Abdon, PMP

VP – Administration and Finance

— Juanita

This course introduces students to project management principles and strategies commonly used in project management situations in various industries. Students will apply globally accepted concepts and methods from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) to a project from conception to closure. Highlighting key management techniques and business models, this course will guide students through the organization, integration, scope, scheduling, cost, quality control, human resources, communications, risk management and contingency planning involved in project management. Other topics will include the project manager, the project team and the project life cycle. Standard project management software will be used to plan and control a project.

It is being taught this Fall semester which begins August 23d. If you are interested, please visit the OTC website at www.otc.edu.

— admin

Human Resources Project Manager

You may need to register at LinkedIn to view the position.  Alternatively, you can visit the BKD website at www.bkd.com.

— Juanita

If you are a current IT project manager and meet the qualifications stated in the attached document, please consider participating in this survey.

Link to File: USDOL Occupation Study Region 5

Your efforts will greatly benefit the profession by spreading awareness of the profession and selected participants will receive monetary compensation for their contributions.

The deadline for response is 30 June, so it does need to receive your prompt attention if you choose to participate.

The attached document contains all the information needed to understand and participate in the study.

Thank you in advance for your assistance!

Juanita Woods,
PMI SWMO Chapter President

— Juanita