Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining how projects are planned, executed, and led. This interactive session explores how project managers can leverage AI to enhance decision-making, collaboration, and value delivery.

Participants will learn why AI initiatives must be managed as data projects, not traditional software efforts, and how data quality, ethics, and governance drive success.

Through practical examples and audience exercises, attendees will discover how AI can streamline reporting, improve teamwork, and support smarter project insights — equipping today’s project professionals to thrive in an increasingly intelligent, data-driven world.

Learning Objectives:

• Explore how AI is reshaping project management principles and PMI’s Talent Triangle.
• Differentiate between Waterfall, Agile, and Data-Driven project value models.
• Discover how AI can enhance collaboration, communication, and decision-making in project teams.
• Reflect on ethical, human, and governance considerations in AI project leadership.

Dr. Yomi Odedeyi is an accomplished IT Director, ERP expert and a true leader at the intersection of technology, business, and strategic leadership. With a remarkable track record spanning over three decades, his career is defined by consistently delivering enterprise-scale programs and driving significant performance and revenue growth for large organizations, managing multi-million dollar projects with precision and strategic foresight.

He is adept at navigating complex IT environments, leveraging both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and fostering highly effective, cross-functional global teams. Yomi's extensive experience cuts across diverse industries, including healthcare, finance, insurance, high-tech manufacturing, and mining.

He has held pivotal roles at leading companies in Canada, the USA and Nigeria, where he spearheaded digital transformations, and implemented innovative solutions that yielded substantial cost savings and operational efficiencies. His technical proficiencies are vast, encompassing SASS platforms and cloud technologies.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Odedeyi is a dedicated lifelong learner and community contributor. He holds a Ph.D. in Leadership & Policy from Niagara University, an MBA from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Benin. His commitment to professional excellence is further underscored by numerous certifications, including Project Management Professional (PMP), SAP SD Certified Consultant, Certified Financial Consultant (CFC), Associate of the Nigerian Institute of Management (ANIM).

Dr. Odedeyi currently serves in volunteer roles as the President of the Lakeshore Ontario Chapter of the Project Management Institute and as a Director on the Burlington Public Library Board, Dr Odedeyi embodies the spirit of leadership and service.

We look forward to seeing you at our virtual event on January 6^th

Event Date: Tuesday, January 6^th , 2026

Location: Online (link to be emailed to attendees prior to the event)

Agenda:

• 12:00 pm    Speaker presentation
• 1:00 pm      End of session

Fees:

• $10  for Pre-Registered PMI Manitoba Members and Students
• $35+GST for Pre-Registered Non-Members

Event Info:  

• Registration closes Monday, January 5, 2026, at 5:00 pm 
• Event attendance is worth one (1) Ways of Working Professional Development Unit (PDU) 
• No refunds. Substitutions permitted providing the substitute is eligible for the same price.

Please email if you have any questions regarding:

• This event, Director of Monthly Programs -monthlyprograms@pmimanitoba.org
• Registration, IT Director, communications@pmimanitoba.org

PMI Manitoba Chapter no longer issues invoices for monthly program events. Registration can be paid through Debit or Credit Cards. 

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