PMI Sydney Chapter - Ask the CEO

Overview
Ask the CEO brings project professionals and executive leaders together for a direct conversation about what drives project success, what gets in the way, and how expectations are shifting in an environment shaped by transformation, change fatigue and AI enabled delivery. The evening opens with short research-based insights on project success and then moves into a practical panel discussion with CEOs and executive leaders.
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For project professionals |
For CEOs and executives |
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Understand how senior leaders define success, what they most value from delivery teams, and where projects often fall short from an executive perspective. |
Hear directly from the project community delivering change and shape a more realistic conversation about expectations, trade-offs and organisational readiness. |
Panel
Helen Masters is an accomplished International Executive Vice President and General Manager with over 20 years of experience driving transformative outcomes. Helen is known for her visionary leadership, achieving significant revenue growth, and fostering high-performing teams across international markets. A champion of inclusivity and a Great Place to Work advocate, Helen's expertise in SaaS solutions and her passion for driving growth make her a dynamic force in the industry. Helen is currently Managing Director, Smartsheet APJ.
Event flow
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6:00 pm |
Arrival and networking |
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6:30 pm |
Welcome and opening remarks |
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6:40 pm |
Research insights on project success and AI enabled delivery |
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7:00 pm |
CEO panel discussion |
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7:45 pm |
Audience Q and A |
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8:15 pm |
Networking and close |



