Welcome to the
PMI Southwest Virginia Chapter
Thank you for visiting PMI Southwest Virginia Chapter. We are dedicated to serving the business and educational community of Southwest Virginia through the advancement of Project Management. We provide a forum for professional Project Managers to promote the principles of the Project Management Institute through networking with other project managers, sharing project experiences, providing and receiving training, and supporting Project Management Professionals in their certification efforts. Please join us at one of our upcoming events or contact one of our board members for additional information.
Message From Our President
Reflections on 2024
In 2024, under the leadership of Past President Emma von der Lieth, we embraced a "Year of Transformation.” Our chapter grew to 375 members, marking a significant increase from 350 members at the start of the year. A highlight of our transformation journey was our annual symposium focused on "Transformation," featuring local and international thought leaders. We also strengthened our community ties through volunteer initiatives with Clean Valley Council and Habitat for Humanity, demonstrating our commitment to making a tangible difference in Southwest Virginia. These achievements have laid the foundation for deeper connections in 2025.Our Vision and Goals for 2025: The Year of Connection
The Year of Connection represents our commitment to deepening relationships—both among our members and with our Southwest Virginia community. Our focus will be on:
Connected Community : Growing our chapter through accessible and engaging remote and in-person member connections while strengthening our regional impact through family-friendly events and volunteer initiatives across Roanoke, Lynchburg, and the New River Valley.
Fostering Growth : Expanding PMI-SWVA's reach through strategic partnerships with higher education and regional organizations across Southwest Virginia.
These goals reflect our ongoing commitment to diversity, inclusion, and regional growth, ensuring that PMI-SWVA remains a vital resource and community for project management professionals throughout Southwest Virginia.
Your 2025 Board of Directors
I am excited to introduce this year’s dynamic and dedicated board, who will work alongside me to bring our vision for 2025 to life:
Past President: Emma von der Lieth
President: Megan Adkins
President Elect: Caleb Sly
VP of Programs: Cassandra Nolan
VP of Technology: Christine Phillips
VP of Finance: Terresa Odum
VP of Professional Development: Kathleen Osborne
VP of Membership: Andrea Martin
VP of Administration: Emma von der Lieth
VP of Marketing and Communications: Rob Erdman
Directors at Large: Iliana Sepúlveda, Alex Hyler, David Williamson, Vicki Kibbe, Maria Marte, Chris Riha, Sonia Laryea-Adjei, Darryl Agee, Nancy Woody, Morgan Myers
Please join me in thanking this incredible team for their passion and dedication.
Get Involved in 2025
Our chapter’s strength lies in the engagement of its members. Whether you’ve been with PMI-SWVA for years, or you’re new to our chapter, there are countless ways to get involved and make an impact. Attend events, volunteer for initiatives, share your ideas—your contributions help strengthen our community and move us toward our shared goals.
If you’ve ever wondered about how to get more involved, whether through volunteering or exploring leadership roles, now is the time to act. Your participation helps foster growth, support diversity, and make a lasting difference in our chapter.
Looking Ahead
Thank you for your continued support of PMI-SWVA. I look forward to working with each of you, from Roanoke to Lynchburg, Blacksburg, and beyond, to make 2025 a year of transformation, growth, and shared success. Let’s continue building a stronger, more diverse, and more connected chapter—together.
Warm regards,
Megan Adkins, PMP, PMI-ACP, CSPO
President, PMI Southwest Virginia Chapter
Membership Statistics
PMP Members
This Year New Members
PMI-ACP Members
CAPM Members
Total Members
Members with No Certification
PMI-RMP Members
PMI-SP Members
Member Recognition
Milestone members (anniversaries)
New credential holders (monthly)
New credential holders (yearly)
New members (monthly)
All members
Name | Year |
|---|---|
5th Anniversary (12 Members) | 2020 |
10th Anniversary (10 Members) | 2015 |
15th Anniversary (8 Members) | 2010 |
20th Anniversary (11 Members) | 2005 |
Grow Your Skills
It is particularly important for Project Managers to maintain and improve their project management knowledge and skills to stay competitive in the market. PMP certification is a critical component. As, during the resent years, project management discipline took a step toward more flexible and dynamic project management methodologies, in addition to the traditional waterfall approach, several new emerging methodologies became in high demand. Thus, training and credentialing in these methodologies became highly sought after among Project Management professionals. It is especially relevant in today's economic climate.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Project Management Institute, with members in 135 countries, is the world's foremost authority for the project management profession. PMI sets industry standards, conducts research, and provides education and certification opportunities designed to strengthen and further establish the profession. Our chapter proudly serves all the local and national professionals in the space of Project Management. We currently have thousands of members - over half of whom hold PMI’s esteemed PMP certification - and represent nearly 400 unique companies across the globe.
Get Involved
Earn PDUs by Volunteering
Volunteering Project Management Professional PDUs can be earned as part of Category E: Volunteer Service. Category E, along with Category D (Creating New Project Knowledge) and Category F (Working as a Professional in Project Management), comprise the Giving Back To The Profession Categories. You can earn PDUs in Category E (Volunteer Service) by providing volunteer, non-compensated project management, and many others.
Get Involved
Find a Volunteer Opportunity
Make your mark on our PMI Chapter and the profession. As a member, you can volunteer to work on and to lead activities that advance the profession and support the chapter business operations by joining our chapter volunteer community. All volunteer openings are managed by the PMI Volunteer Relationship Management System (VRMS). This system includes the ability to search for opportunities, view details about each role and apply online.
Speakers for our Chapter's Events
Our PMI Chapter welcomes proposals from passionate speakers interested in sharing their experiences, knowledge and expertise on such topics as general business and strategy, leadership, project management, and technical or industry-specific specialties. Our Professional Development events provide professional development units (PDUs) of educational information necessary for those attendees maintaining certification designations. Speakers are also eligible to claim PDUs for their creation and delivery of the presentation material.
