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PMO Startup: Project Management Office Strategies (Thursday Meeting)

Presenter: Gary Brower, PMP

According to Gartner research, “A project management office (PMO) is usually created to solve a specific problem.”

There are many potential functions of a PMO, and one size does not fit all;  so, we will examine which strategies may improve results in your organization.  Your company might benefit from a formal Project Management Office or it may be better served by implementing targeted PMO strategies.

We will start by examining key benefits that may be provided by a Project Management Office, and then continue to discuss approaches for implementing PMO strategies.

This interactive session can help you to harness PMO strategies that improve efficiency, consistency, and quality across your projects. 

Presenter Bio:

Gary Brower, PMP, has also earned Oregon Project Management Associate (OPMA) and Oregon State Project Manager (OSPM) certificates.  He has over 20 years of project management experience, working with both private and public-sector organizations.   During this time, he has instituted formal and informal Project Management Offices and PMO strategies in small and large organizations.   

Gary is currently PMO Manager with Oregon’s Office of Information Services (OIS).  OIS’ project portfolio includes technology projects ranging in size from $150,000 to over $200 million.

Presenter Contact Information:

Email: gary.brower@state.or.us

Cell: (503) 899-7470

This presentation fits the criteria to comply with the Leadership value of 1 PDU.