The Value of the PMP Today: Relevance, Reality, and the Future

In a time when agile delivery, AI-powered tools, and new ways of working are reshaping the profession, many are asking a bold question: does the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification still hold its value?

Join us for an engaging fireside chat with Lee R. Lambert—cofounder of the PMP and one of the world’s most respected voices in project management—as he reflects on the origins of the certification, the vision behind its creation, and how it has evolved alongside a rapidly changing industry. This conversation will explore what the PMP truly represents today, why it continues to matter, and how project leaders can ensure it remains relevant and impactful in modern organizations.

This informal Lunch & Learn offers more than just discussion—it’s a rare opportunity to hear directly from a pioneer who has helped shape the global project management profession for over 50 years.

**About the Speaker:**
Lee R. Lambert, CEO, PMP, PMI Fellow and past President of the Central Ohio PMI Chapter, is widely recognized as a global thought leader in project management. As one of the original founders of the PMP certification, he has spent decades advancing the profession worldwide. Named among the top project managers globally and honored as one of only a select group of PMI Fellows, Lee also received the 2024 Distinguished Leader in Project Management Award from the IEOM Society.

With experience spanning organizations such as AT&T, IBM, General Electric, Microsoft, and Roche, Lee has implemented enterprise-wide PM systems, developed high-performing teams, and trained over 50,000 professionals across more than 50 countries. Known for his practical insights and engaging, humorous style, he brings real-world wisdom that continues to inspire and elevate project leaders around the globe.