🚀 The AI-Era PM: Becoming a Strategic Technology Leader
🤖 Lead with Confidence in the Age of AI
AI is transforming how organizations plan, build, and deliver technology. Today's project managers are expected to do more than execute—they must think strategically, influence decisions, and bridge the gap between business and technology.
Join PMI San Francisco Bay Area for an engaging virtual session exploring how project managers can thrive in the AI era by developing the skills that matter most.
Whether you're leading technical initiatives today or preparing for the future of project management, this session will provide practical insights to help you elevate your impact.
🚀 Why Attend
As AI continues reshaping industries, project managers who combine technical understanding with strategic leadership will be best positioned for success.
In this session, you'll learn how to:
- Understand how AI is changing the role of project managers
- Develop stronger technical and strategic leadership skills
- Apply product thinking to drive better business outcomes
- Build organizational influence and strengthen decision-making
- Leverage AI tools to increase productivity and deliver greater impact
- Stay competitive in an evolving technology landscape
Walk away with actionable ideas you can begin applying immediately in your projects and career.
🎯 Who Should Attend
This session is ideal for:
- Project Managers
- Technical Program Managers (TPMs)
- Product Managers
- Agile Practitioners
- Technology Leaders
- Business Analysts
- Professionals interested in AI and digital transformation
- Anyone looking to future-proof their project management career
💡 What You'll Learn
During this interactive webinar, we'll discuss:
- The evolving expectations of project managers in AI-driven organizations
- Why technical depth, product thinking, and business judgment matter more than ever
- How AI can enhance—not replace—the role of project leaders
- Practical strategies for becoming a more influential technology leader
Whether you're early in your career or an experienced PM, you'll gain valuable perspectives on adapting your skills for the future.
🎙️ Event Host
Sneha Gogia
https://www.linkedin.com/in/snehagogia/
Board Sponsor for Professional Development, PMI San Francisco Bay Area Chapter
Sneha Gogia serves as the Board Sponsor for Professional Development at PMI San Francisco Bay Area, supporting programs that help project professionals grow their technical, leadership, and strategic capabilities through impactful learning experiences and community engagement.
🎤 Featured Speaker
Ankur Gupta
https://www.linkedin.com/in/agupta03/
Senior Staff Technical Program Manager
Ankur Gupta is a Senior Staff Technical Program Manager at LinkedIn with extensive experience leading complex technology initiatives at scale. Passionate about the intersection of AI, technology, and leadership, Ankur helps organizations build high-performing teams while driving strategic innovation. In this session, he'll share practical insights on how project managers can evolve into influential technology leaders in the AI era.
🌐 Why PMI San Francisco Bay Area
PMI San Francisco Bay Area is one of the world's largest and most established PMI chapters, offering professionals access to:
- 3,000+ members across diverse industries
- 50+ years of project management leadership
- Professional development opportunities year-round
- Industry experts, networking, and career resources
- A thriving community dedicated to lifelong learning
💬 What to Expect
This 60-minute virtual session is designed to be:
- Practical and insightful
- Focused on emerging industry trends
- Interactive with opportunities for Q&A
- Applicable to real-world project environments
Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or already leading technology initiatives, you'll leave with fresh perspectives and actionable strategies.
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Paid Events
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Free Events
We understand that plans may change. If you are unable to attend a free event, we kindly ask that you cancel your registration in advance whenever possible. This allows others the opportunity to participate and helps our volunteers plan more effectively.




