In this column, we shine the spotlight on our star volunteers from PMI South Asia chapters who have made immense contributions through their dedication and passion. This is your opportunity to know a bit about these remarkable men and women from our practitioner community.

Been a PMI member since: 2020

What attracted me to PMI: It is a one-of-a-kind platform to interact and share experiences with project managers from different verticals

My dream project as a project manager: The two big projects that I’m currently handling as a project manager

My proudest PMI volunteer moment: Initiating and planning a webinar series in 2020

A life lesson I learned as a volunteer: Volunteering gives a sense of fulfillment

I am looking forward to: Contributing more to the chapter, and growing individually as well

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Been a PMI member since: 2020

What attracted me to PMI: Professionalism, quality work, and continuous learning

My dream project as a project manager: To educate my children well

My proudest PMI volunteer moment: feel proud whenever I participate in any PMI work and introduce myself as a
A life lesson I learned as a volunteer: I learn something new every day, and grow my network

I am looking forward to: Becoming the best volunteer

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Been a PMI member since: 2005

What attracted me to PMI: Professional growth and an amazing peer group for networking

My dream project as a project manager: The passport Seva project of the Government of India for which I was a key member of the consulting team

My proudest PMI volunteer moment: Being able to put thoughts on paper and publish them on the editorial page of Spandana for three successive editions. Composing and publishing crisp crosswords, and debating about the magazine design and production issues to ensure high quality outcome.

A life lesson I learned as a volunteer: No matter what you do, always listen to other members. Collaborate, learn, and innovate

I am looking forward to: Enriching the newsletter content with industry leaders’ insights and expand my volunteering footprint

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Been a PMI member since: 2017

What attracted me to PMI: I always dreamed of becoming an entrepreneur. PMI helped me improve my leadership and strategic skills. It is a good platform for networking and fostering social connections

My dream project as a project manager: On-board TECHM client

My proudest PMI volunteer moment: Hosting the chapter’s networking meeting for the first time

A life lesson I learned as a volunteer: Patience is key

I am looking forward to: Connecting with more people

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Been a PMI member since: 2016

What attracted me to PMI: Organized and systematic learning and implementation methodologies that help in successful project management and execution process

My dream project as a project manager: Implementing solutions using a hybrid approach as per the Disciplined Agile framework

My proudest PMI volunteer moment: Being able to implement a project for a village with a focus on holistic development in terms of infrastructure, education, and employment opportunity

A life lesson I learned as a volunteer: The biggest pleasure is to see people you trained, mentored, guided, and upskilled become volunteers for a similar purpose

I am looking forward to: Contributing more projects selflessly to bring change with a strong value system

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