PMISC Volunteers - 16th October 2024 - Fireside Chat with Franco Guarrella

Power Skills

Join us for an Inspiring Evening: Special Fireside Chat with Franco Guarrella at PMI Sydney Chapter

PMI Sydney Chapter proudly supports International Volunteer Day (IVD), and to celebrate our volunteers at PMI Sydney Chapter, we have organised a special event this year on Wednesday, 16th October 2024.

We are thrilled to invite you to a unique and intimate fireside chat with Franco Guarrella, Senior Project Management Consultant and President of PMI UK Chapter. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain invaluable insights from a leader with extensive experience in managing global projects.

Why Attend?

This event is designed to inspire and engage volunteers by exploring not only project management techniques but also the profound lessons Franco has learned throughout his distinguished career. Expect an engaging discussion filled with actionable insights that you can apply in your own professional and personal life.

Key Topics:

Global Project Leadership: Hear about Franco’s experiences leading large-scale projects across the globe.
Volunteering Journey: Gain insights into his journey, including founding the PMI Rome Chapter.
Personal and Professional Growth: Learn how volunteering with PMI has enhanced his growth.

What to Expect:

A lively and interactive fireside chat.
Actionable insights, practical advice and strategies you can implement.
Networking opportunities to connect with like-minded volunteers and professionals.

Speaker:

Franco Guarrella is an accomplished engineer whose career in the Oil & Gas sector has evolved from design engineering to various leadership roles, including Project Engineer, Project Manager, Director of Projects, Program and Portfolio Manager, and ultimately Managing Director of Snamprogetti Ltd – a major International Engineering and Construction Company (the main Italian Energy Corporation). He has successfully managed large-scale power, chemical, and petrochemical projects globally, including in China, Egypt, India, Iran, Italy, Kazakhstan, Morocco, Malaysia and U.K.

Franco also has a long history with Project Management Institute (PMI). Franco has always been an active volunteer of the PMI, having the distinction of founding the PMI Rome Italy Chapter in 1997 and serving for several years as its President. He has also been Director of Membership for the PMI Northern Italy Chapter. He is the current elected PMI President of the UK Chapter. Additionally, he is a certified PMP #265!

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a thought leader in the field who has transformed organisations and inspired others through both his professional and volunteering efforts.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, 16th October 2024

Arrive: 🕙6:00 PM - Networking and Registration

Session: Sharp start at 6:30 PM to 8 PM - PMI Sydney update + fireside chat

Depart: 8 PM - Close

Venue: Talent International office (Level 12/2 Park St, Sydney NSW 2000)

Professional Development Units (PDU): 1 PDU can be claimed for attending this event

Cost: FREE* FOR PMI SYDNEY MEMBERS & VOLUNTEERS - please use the promotion code provided in your email.

If you are not yet a volunteer but wish to be, then please register your EOI to be invited for this event using the link: EOI FOR VOLUNTEERING

*Complimentary places are limited and served on a first come, first served basis.

Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the best in the field.

Space is limited to 25 people, so be sure to secure your spot by registering before the end of the day Monday, 14th October 📆. First in, best dress!

Please note that by registering for and attending this event, attendees acknowledge and understand that PMI Sydney Chapter may use their likeliness for future promotional purposes. We value your privacy and respect your preferences. If you do not wish to be photographed, please notify the PMI Sydney Chapter in advance by emailing volunteering@pmisydney.org.

Our Sponsor:

We would like to thank our event sponsor for their continuous support in providing the best value to our members, volunteers and project professionals in the community.

Talent International is a leading technology recruitment company headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1995, the company has grown from a small operation in Perth to a global leader in tech resourcing.

Talent International specialises in connecting top-tier digital talent with organisations across various industries. They offer a range of recruitment services, including contract, permanent, and embedded recruitment solutions. Their expertise spans IT, telecommunications, and digital sectors, helping businesses find the right professionals to drive their growth and innovation.