PDC 2026

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF PMINYC

Elevate & Embark: Elevate your practice. Embark on what’s next.

Monday, July 20, 2026

Conference
1:00 - 5:30pm • Jay Conference Chelsea • 159 West 25th Street, 3rd Floor, NYC

Harbor Cruise
6:30pm • Pier 61 at Chelsea Piers, NYC

Join us on Monday, July 20 for an unforgettable experience! Grow professionally, connect socially, or do both as PMINYC marks its 40th Anniversary!

We are offering three exciting options:

Elevate & Embark: Bundle & Save on two events in one continuous experience
Why choose one when you can have both at a 15% discount? When you attend the conference and the boat cruise, you get the best of both professional growth and meaningful connection. Plus, bundled pricing offers a 15% discount on conference registration, making it easier to say “Yes!” to the full experience.

Registration includes a recorded version of the conference, sent post-event.

CONFERENCE PROGRAMMING [JUMP LINK]

Elevate: Professional Development Conference 1:45 - 6:00pm (4 PDUs)

Project Management in the Age of Influence, Intelligence, and Impact
Gain valuable insights, hear from inspiring speakers, and expand your network. This is your chance to invest in your growth and leave with actionable knowledge you can use right away.

Registration includes a recorded version of the conference, sent post-event.

Embark: Harbor Cruise Experience 6:45pm @ Pier 67, Chelsea Piers

Unwind, connect, and enjoy a memorable time as the sun sets over the city skyline. This relaxed setting is perfect for building relationships and continuing conversations beyond the conference for those who register for the Elevate & Embark bundle.

Conference (Elevate), cruise (Embark), or both (Elevate & Embark),

choose the option that works best for you.

Questions? Contact us at PDC@pminyc.org

We look forward to seeing you there!

REGISTRATION OPTIONS

	Elevate & Embark: 15% Discount Bundle Conference & Cruise (includes conference recording)	Elevate: Professional Development Conference (PDC) (includes conference recording)	Embark: Harbor Cruise Only
Student	$95	$50	–
Member	$130	$95	$60
Non-Member	$275	$115	$160

By registering for this event, you acknowledge that the event may be photographed and recorded. Photos and video may be used on LinkedIn and other marketing materials by PMINYC.

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Cancellation Policy

Harbor Cruise: All sales are final. No refunds are available for the harbor cruise, whether registered individually or as part of the Elevate & Embark package.

Conference: Cancellations made more than 5 business days before the event are eligible for a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations within 5 business days of the event.

Elevate & Embark Package: If you registered for the bundle and wish to cancel, a partial refund equivalent to the conference ticket price will be issued if requested more than 5 business days before the event. The harbor cruise portion remains non-refundable.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN THE AGE OF INFLUENCE, INTELLIGENCE, AND IMPACT

Elevate your knowledge base and network at the 2026 Professional Development Conference

1:00 - 1:30

Check in

1:30 - 1:45

Opening Remarks

1:45 - 2:30

Keynote: Leading with Intelligence and Integrity: Using AI and data responsibly while maintaining ethical leadership

Ijeoma Mbabmalu, CTO, ACLU

PDU: 1 (Power Skills)

2:30 - 3:15

How Project Leaders Build Trust, Influence Outcomes & Drive Change with Cross-Generational Teams

Learn practical strategies to collaborate effectively with Gen Z team members by adapting leadership, communication, and mentoring approaches. Build stronger, cross-generational teams that stay aligned and high performing

Moderator: Frank P. Saladis, President, Blue Marble Enterprises Inc.

Georgia Barrett - Bowen Graggs & Co

Cameron Bracey, BCG

Josh Scherr, Charcoal Blue

PDU: 1 (Power Skills)

3:15 - 3:45

Networking: Coffee, Refreshments & Conversation

3:45 - 4:30

Turning Data Strategy into Project Outcomes: From Insight to Execution Today’s PMs need more than status updates - they need actionable insight. Join us for a practical discussion on how to use data strategy to improve project execution, communicate risk, and drive measurable outcomes.

Speaker: Arvin Andrada, Sr. Vice-President, Bank of New York

PDU: 1 (Business Acumen)

4:30 - 5:15

Shameless Project Marketing

Learn how to effectively showcase your projects, highlight team achievements, and build personal brand credibility within your organization.

Moderator: Michael Benavides, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Business and Systems Operations, Segal

JoAnn Paradiso, NYC Health & Hospital

Fawn Lipton, Wells Fargo

Gene Gendel, KSTS Consulting

PDU: 1 (Ways of Working)

5:15 - 5:30

Closing Remarks

Program details will be updated on a rolling basis.

SPONSORSHIP

Interested in sponsoring? Email PDC@pminyc.org

Partnering with PMI NYC through sponsorship is a powerful way to connect with one of the largest and most engaged project management communities in the region.

By sponsoring, your organization will:

● Gain exposure to our 4,000+ chapter members through event promotion and communications.

● Reach an extended audience via virtual engagement channels before, during, and after the conference.

● Showcase your brand, products, and services to project professionals across industries who influence business outcomes and organizational strategy.

● Demonstrate your commitment to supporting professional development and the advancement of the project management profession.

Whether you choose to sponsor, exhibit, or both, you’ll be joining us in creating an impactful experience for attendees while putting your organization in front of decision-makers and rising leaders alike.