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Join the PMI Greater New Orleans Chapter on Thursday, November 19, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at The Deutsches Haus for our Holiday Celebration and Annual General Meeting!
Enjoy a flavorful buffet catered by a local chef, featuring several gluten-free and vegan options. Gain insights from our guest speaker, participate in our Annual General Meeting, and connect with fellow project management professionals as we celebrate the season and our chapter community. Attendees are welcome to bring a plus-one!
Location: The Deutsches Haus

1700 Moss St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Ticket Price: $39

Ticket Includes:

• 1 PDU
• Buffet dinner
• Wine and beer

Buffet Menu

Small Bites

• Curried Shrimp Deviled Eggs, Pickled Red Onions (GF)
• Heirloom Carrot Hummus, Spiced Pepitas, Chili Oil (V, GF)

Greens

• Pickled Mirliton, Winter Greens, Shaved Fennel, Apple, Pear, Candied Pecan, Cayenne Vinaigrette (V, GF)

Main Dishes

• Harissa-Lemon Braised Short Ribs, Collard Kimchi (GF)
• Miso Glazed Gulf Fish, Sautéed Pea Vines (GF)
• Coconut Braised Oyster Mushrooms, Water Spinach, Butternut Squash (V, GF)

Sides

• Roasted Green Chickpeas, Preserved Citrus, Sweet Peppers (V, GF)
• Charred Scallion Rice, Crispy Garlic (V, GF)

Something Sweet

• Sweet Potato Mousse, Fermented Honey, Black Sesame Brittle (GF, Veg)

Presentation Description
What if the greatest skill a project manager brings to an organization isn't managing schedules, but connecting people and perspectives?
In The Creative Navigator: The Missing Language Between Strategy and Execution, Tanya Boyd explores how project professionals can become powerful connectors between departments, leadership, and organizational goals. Through engaging stories, practical examples, and creative collaboration techniques, attendees will discover how to break down communication barriers, align competing priorities, build trust, and turn business strategy into meaningful results.
Participants will also be introduced to the FACTS framework—Frame, Align, Connect, Translate, and Surface—a practical approach to improving collaboration, navigating uncertainty, and influencing organizational success.

PMI Talent Triangle PDU Allocation:

Business Acumen: 100%
Power Skills: 0%
Ways of Working: 0%

For a 60-minute presentation, this would equal 1.0 Business Acumen PDU.

 

Speaker Bio:
Tanya Boyd, PMP, PMI-ACP, ATP
Director of Creative Collaboration | Project Success Academy
Tanya Boyd is an experienced project management professional, creative collaborator, and speaker who brings a unique perspective to leadership, communication, and organizational success.
Her professional journey spans multiple industries, including banking, finance, government, healthcare, engineering, marketing, and education. This diverse background has shaped her ability to connect people, bridge communication gaps, and help organizations navigate complex challenges.

Tanya previously served as a volunteer leader with the PMI Baton Rouge Chapter for seven years (2017–2024). Through her work with Project Success Academy, she encourages project professionals to think beyond schedules and deliverables and become influential leaders who connect strategy, people, and business outcomes.

 

Speaker Links and Contact Information
Organization: Project Success Academy
Website: https://projectsuccessacademy.com
Email: tanya.boyd@projectsuccessacademy.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-boyd-pmp-project-personality/