Speakers at WiPM

The speakers at a glance

EMMA rOSITER

BJSS

Embracing Uncertainty In A Rapidly Changing World

Uncertainty is a given in project management, so how can you and your team embrace it and perhaps even thrive with it? We’ll look at the human impact of uncertainty in projects – how it feels for you as an individual and how it feels for your team; the issues it causes; and what we can do to navigate it successfully. We’ll explore ways to build resilience and psychological safety within your team, and how to open up to the opportunities we can create from uncertainty. .

Emma has over 20 years’ experience in technology project and programme management. She is the Country Manager for BJSS Ireland and has worked on the delivery of complex projects across a range of industries for numerous multinational clients. Emma is PMP and Agile certified, and a certified Transformational Coach.

Violeta Saviechyna

BANZA

The Multi-Generational Workplace: Strategies for Project Success

This presentation explores the art of building effective cross-generational collaboration. You'll learn how to identify the unique strengths and motivations of each generation, from Baby Boomers to Gen Z, and use that knowledge to build a dynamic, high-performing team. Discover practical strategies for fostering communication, synergy, and shared understanding across generations that drive project success and maximizing team performance with a diverse and engaged workforce.

Skilled Portfolio PM with a proven track record of delivering successful IT projects within complex and challenging environments. More than 10 years extensive experience in managing teams, coordinating stakeholders and driving projects from inception to completion. Hold PMP certification and Master's degree in IT PM.

Emily Luijbregts

CASCALE

What Does A Culture of D E & I Really Look Like?

DE&I can sometimes have a negative connotation in our workplace today but I believe that we all have a role to play in creating and advocating for each other and creating the most effective workplaces for us to all succeed and thrive. During this presentation, I'll give you some key skills and ideas for what you can do, right now, to support a better working environment and why our role as leaders is so critical to it's success.

Emily has been working in Project Management for over 15 years and her focus has always been on empowering other Project Managers through coaching, training and creating an environment where Project Managers are able to excel and thrive. She has been speaking internationally since 2016.

Coca Pitzer

Laya Healthcare

Redefining Project Success:
A Product-Centric Approach

Product orientation is more than just a buzzword; it's a paradigm shift that prioritises customer needs, continuous improvement, andinnovation.This talk introduces the concept of a product orientation approach, covering the basics to help you get started in this direction of work, and to equip yourself with the knowledge to begin a transformation of your project management practices and achieve remarkable results.

Experienced strategist specialised in Agile & Digital transformation, my expertise lies at the intersection of Agile coaching and enterprise culture change. Constantly seeking out new technologies and ways of working to drive progress and enhance organisational effectiveness to craft adaptable workplaces that thrive.

Nisrine Louh

APCO TECHNOLOGIES

Navigating Complexities in Institutional Space Projects:
Lessons from the Frontlines

Navigating institutional space projects presents unique challenges that require a deep understanding of complex decision-making processes, rigorous compliance demands, and stakeholder management. Drawing on APCO Technologies extensive work with organizations like private space companies and the European Space Agency (ESA), this presentation will explore how to navigate the complexities of international collaboration, strict compliance requirements, and diverse stakeholder expectations.

Nisrine is a project manager in the space industry with over 8 years of experience. She manages satellite structures mainly for European space projects within portfolios valued between 5 and 10 M€. Nisrine holds a Master’s in Space Materials and Structures Engineering, and an IPMA certification for Project Management.

Eva-Marie Granz

emg Consulting

Effective Communication in Interdisciplinary Teams – Your Key to Successful Projects

This workshop empowers you to master communication in diverse project teams. You’ll learn why effective communication is vital for project success, how to focus on interests rather than positions, and the importance of choosing your words with care. We’ll explore strategies to help you stand strong, lead with confidence, and understand key communication dynamics. By the end, you’ll gain a practical toolkit for presenting to clients, motivating your team, and negotiating with suppliers.

With over 18 years of experience in project implementation and management, Eva-Marie specialises in process optimisation and supporting teams in high-pressure environments. She focuses on establishing organisational structures that ensure both sustainable project success and mindful work environments.

Subha Ramadoss

AMAZON

LEGO Your Change:
From Blocks to Breakthroughs

This presentation introduces an innovative LEGO-inspired approach to change management. By breaking the process into essential "building blocks," participants will learn which elements to use at different stages and how to navigate unexpected challenges. Real-world examples will illustrate the practical application of this method, fostering connection to participants' experiences. Attendees will leave with actionable insights equipping them to build a resilient change strategy!

Subha, with 23+ years of experience, offers expertise in data, software, and analytics solutions across various domains. Certified as Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, her roles have spanned from developer to Sr. Director, leading global engineering teams. She serves as a Sr.TPM in data and privacy domains for EU ATS.

Barbara Hamill

RBESG

Sustainability Transformation

The objective of this presentation is to encourage participants to think of sustainability, not as a set of environmental initiatives which are implemented by one function or department within a company but rather as a transformation programme or project that should be implemented across the entire company. The presentation will describe sustainability as a measure of impact across environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters and explain why it requires the formality of a programme.

Barbara Hamill is the Founder of RBESG, a sustainability products and services company based in Dublin, Ireland. Barbara specialises in large-scale transformation programmes and believes the best way to make a difference to our planet is to empower companies to identify, assess, manage and transform their impact.

dicle kaymaz

Education Volunteers Foundation of Türkiye (TEGV)

Corporate Project Management in a Non-Governmental Organization

Project management is critical for implementing value-adding projects in Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). With limited resources, NGOs must develop effective strategies to achieve social impact and ensure sustainable success. It not only secures goal attainment but also guarantees transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement. For NGOs, project management is a driving force for accelerating social change and is essential for creating significant impact at local and global levels.

Dicle is an Industrial Engineering and earned her Master's degree in Engineering Management. She worked in TEGV's Planning & Project department on Strategic Planning, Project Management, Process Improvement and Quality. Her interests include leadership, sustainability, social entrepreneurship and art.

Vicky Poole

Event Founder and Host

Vicky launched the Women in Project Management (WiPM) event in 2019 to bring together the leading female voices in the industry to share their knowledge, while encouraging and growing the next generation of female project management leaders.

Vicky is a founding member of the PM Summit since its inception, and also serves as a director at Program Management Information Services (PMIS) in Blessington. With over a decade of experience behind her, she pulls the double duty of overseeing the management of day to day duties for both the PM Summit and PMIS.

While managing the internal team organising our events, Vicky is the main point of contact for most of our speakers and attendees, and she takes the lead in coordinating with external service providers and vendors. She has been instrumental in maintaining and growing the high quality of keynotes and speakers, while also guiding first-time and novice speakers into making top quality presentations to their peers.

Maia Dunphy

MC

Maia Dunphy is a Writer and Broadcaster who stepped in front of the camera after over a decade writing and producing behind it. Maia has written for many comedy shows over the years, but her first solo venture on screen was 'From Boom to Maternity' which she wrote and hosted for RTÉ as part of the Reality Bites Series. Her second documentary Merlot & Me was the highest rating Reality Bites series that year. She then went on to make two successful series of Maia Dunphy's What Women Want, followed by Maia Dunphy’s Truth About.

Maia set up parenting blog The M Word following the birth of her son in 2015, which soon after won Parenting Blog of the Year, and subsequently published a book of the same name. She won the coveted Irish Tatler Woman of the Year Award for Entertainment in 2014. Maia also has a great interest in the environment and wildlife, and since 2019 has hosted What Planet Are You On? for RTE, a groundbreaking show which helps families and viewers alike to make changes to their carbon footprint.