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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

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January 2025
 
As we step into 2025, I am honored and excited to serve as your Chapter President for PMI Southwest Virginia. Our chapter represents the diversity and strength of project management professionals across our region—united by a shared passion for innovation, growth, and collaboration. Building on the momentum of our transformative 2024, we're dedicating 2025 as our "Year of Connection."
 
Since 2003, our vision at PMI-SWVA has been clear: to be synonymous with world-class Project Management expertise and high business value delivery across Southwest Virginia. Our mission remains the same—to foster a community of Project Management excellence. As we move into 2025, we will continue to build on the incredible foundation laid in 2024, expanding our chapter's impact, diversity, and regional connections, ensuring we are supporting all project management professionals, no matter where they are located.
 

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

 

 

Thanks to our Chapter Sponsors

Thanks to our 2025 Symposium Sponsors

Membership Statistics

PMP Members

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This Year New Members

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PMI-ACP Members

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CAPM Members

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Total Members

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Members with No Certification

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PMI-RMP Members

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PMI-SP Members

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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
Remington Hinshaw12-07-2020
David Owen-OQuill12-02-2020
Vinoth Kumar Srinivasan11-09-2020
Eric Anderson09-16-2020
Justin Everage08-02-2020
Deanna Clark07-29-2020
Bernard Creasy06-03-2020
Corrine Woods05-27-2020
William Pulkowski03-26-2020
Scotty Young03-07-2020
Sandy Robbins02-10-2020
Nathan Jones01-25-2020

10th Anniversary (10 Members)

2015
Tom Bailey11-19-2015
Richard DeHart11-14-2015
Wendy Kane11-03-2015
Blake Hanbury11-02-2015
James Walker09-29-2015
Jackson Berry08-21-2015
Dennis Anders08-05-2015
Nathaniel Wade04-30-2015
Fran Getchell02-27-2015
Donald Pizzullo01-23-2015

15th Anniversary (8 Members)

2010
David Adams11-18-2010
Jacqueline Boaz09-30-2010
Shelly Wingfield09-27-2010
Marlene Wray09-06-2010
Rebecca Waterfield08-17-2010
Steve Shively05-17-2010
James Benigno05-13-2010
Melanie Sloan03-10-2010

20th Anniversary (11 Members)

2005
Mark Lukowski12-02-2005
Dirk Carvalho11-11-2005
Ralph Badinelli11-09-2005
Thomas Ruck09-30-2005
Brian Blackwell08-26-2005
Eric Rothwell08-24-2005
Juliana Fields08-15-2005
Russell Matney08-12-2005
William Coblentz08-08-2005
Robert Montgomery02-17-2005
Michael Womack01-07-2005

Name

Date

Certification

Amanda Bowen05-01-2025PMP,CAPM

Name

Date

Certification

Amanda Bowen05-01-2025PMP,CAPM
Caoimhin Cahill-Saylor03-24-2025PMP
Elizabeth Ford02-21-2025PMP
Gillie Henriksen04-15-2025PMP
Joseph Arthur04-09-2025PMP
Katherine Saleeba03-02-2025PMP
Keisha Riley Lemons04-01-2025PMP
Kenneth Pfeifle01-24-2025PMP

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Name

Date

DAVID HAMILTON04-27-2025
Angela Sanabria04-25-2025
Matthew Clark04-23-2025
Joseph Ricketts04-22-2025
Okey Norcutt04-14-2025

Name

Date

DAVID HAMILTON04-27-2025
Angela Sanabria04-25-2025
Matthew Clark04-23-2025
Joseph Ricketts04-22-2025
Okey Norcutt04-14-2025
Adam Craig04-01-2025
Camila Marina Da Silva Marques03-30-2025
Wayne Switzer03-26-2025
Brian Kay03-25-2025
John Netzel03-24-2025
Crystal Calton03-21-2025
Daniel Frueh03-13-2025
Chad Greear03-11-2025
Keisha Riley Lemons02-28-2025
Nicole Maddox Dempah02-20-2025
James Kerr02-18-2025
Megan Williams02-18-2025
Katherine Saleeba02-17-2025
Jeremy Plaster02-13-2025
James Hoffman02-10-2025
Timothy Penick02-04-2025
Patrick Dunn01-29-2025
Ross Cleveland01-28-2025
Kenneth Pfeifle01-27-2025
Jacob Musick01-22-2025

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