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PMI Sydney Chapter Evening Event: 23 September 2021 - PMI Construction Initiative

PMI Sydney Chapter PMI Construction Initiative BRIEF: PMI is applying its vision and mission to help address key challenges faced by the global construction industry to better equip professionals with the skills needed to bring these projects to life. Ben will share firsthand why this initiative is so important in upskilling the changemakers in the construction industry. Learn more here (https://www.pmi.org/certifications/construction). LEARNING OBJECTIVE: At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to explain the importance of PMI's construction initiative to transform the industry through developing innovative learning methods and practices. SPEAKER: Ben Breen | Managing Director, Asia Pacific; Head of Global Construction Ben Breen is Managing Director, Asia Pacific, and Head of Global Construction, where he will oversee business development and represent the chapters in the region bringing us closer to the needs of our customers. Ben also will spearhead the Construction Working Group for greater reach and focus. Originally from Australia, Ben moved to Singapore in 1994 and has since supported or led hundreds of projects including iconic developments such as Marina Bay Sands and the award-winning Suntec Convention Centre. He has founded several project management and design companies, helping them to grow and develop into best-in-class providers. Before joining PMI, Ben served as Managing Director, South East Asia at Space Matrix Design Consultants Pte Ltd, Singapore, where he was responsible for servicing Space Matrix’s clients who were looking to expand their global footprint across Asia. He has also led the company’s digital transformation – moving it to the forefront of digital technology for interior design and build[ing] firms. Ben has a Bachelor of Engineering degree in building engineering from Victoria University of Technology in Melbourne, Australia, and is based in PMI’s office in Singapore.