With Member Appreciation the theme of the night, the program will start with a State of the PMI Montgomery County MD Chapter Briefing to further empower you as the members that keep our chapter going—keeping you informed on the inner workings both locally and within the larger PMI Global Enterprise. You’ll gain insider insights into upcoming initiatives, strategic priorities, and how your contributions shape our collective impact. Plus, it’s a chance to connect with fellow changemakers, celebrate our shared successes, and reignite your passion for project leadership.
We will then pivot to a kick-off of the Holiday Season. Long-time member, Technology Leader and USMC Veteran Dr. Jeffrey Jones has recently pivoted from his life of an IT Project Manager to being a proxy for our North Pole Super Star, Santa Claus during the 2-month lead-up to the big day on December 25th. Learn the origin of this professional journey and walk away with an appreciation into how this seasonal project is managed.
Discover how agile planning, stakeholder coordination, and gig-based execution come together to deliver joy at scale. This festive case study offers a playful yet practical lens into short-cycle project management and the power of purpose-driven work.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Gain a deeper understanding of the PMI Montgomery County MD Chapter’s strategic direction and how member engagement drives local and global impact.
- Explore the principles of agile planning and stakeholder coordination through a festive case study on seasonal gig project management.
- Recognize the value of purpose-driven work and short-cycle execution in delivering high-impact results during time-sensitive initiatives.
Dr. Jeffrey Jones is a seasoned technology leader, retired federal executive, and longtime PMI Montgomery County MD Chapter member whose career spans decades of public service and project leadership. With a distinguished tenure at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Dr. Jones has led complex IT initiatives and strategic transformations across government systems, earning recognition for his expertise in data management, systems integration, and organizational change. He holds multiple certifications including Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified Data Professional, and has long championed the intersection of technology, governance, and human-centered design.
In retirement, Dr. Jones has embraced a joyful seasonal pivot—serving as a proxy for Santa Claus during the holiday season. This whimsical yet operationally demanding role draws on his deep project management skills to coordinate logistics, stakeholder engagement, and customer experience at scale. His story offers a playful lens into gig-based project work, agile execution, and the enduring power of purpose-driven leadership. Whether briefing senior officials or delighting children, Dr. Jones brings warmth, rigor, and a commitment to service that continues to inspire.
That’s Amore Restaurant, 15201 Shady Grove Rd #1, Rockville, MD 20850 (Downstairs Banquet Entrance)
Speaker will be in-person at restaurant with simulcast video option available via Zoom
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Registration Check-In Opens at 5:30pm (Social Hour Begins)
Buffet Service starts @ 6:15pm
Zoom Room Opens @ 7:15pm
Chapter Business Remarks No Earlier Than @ 7:30pm
Program Presentation w/ Q&A to follow – NLT 7:40pm