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Keynote

Be the One: How Great Leaders Add Value to Others by Ted Ma

We all have someone who added significant value to our career; the mentor who challenged the way we see ourselves and how we show up in the world. As a result, they become “the one” for us. Our ability to be the one for others doesn’t happen by chance; it is a result of a specific mindset and set of behaviors. Based on a proprietary national research study of over 1,000 professionals conducted during the Great Resignation, this interactive program will teach you how to become a great mentor so you can bring out the best in others and create a culture that people never want to leave. 

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Executive Panel: How Project Value Drives Funding & Prioritization

This CFO panel will expand on how project value is incorporated into financial funding and prioritization decisions. 

Panelists:

Jeremy Behler, CFO, Sargento Foods, Inc

Brian Ollech, CFO, Network Health

Heather Dunn, SVP & CFO, West Bend Mutual Insurance

Lunch & Networking

The Value of the NFL Draft by Gabrielle Dow

The Draft is the NFL’s biggest offseason event. Bringing the 2025 NFL Draft to Green Bay is a major undertaking.  Yes, you might even say it’s a project!  Gabrielle Dow, the Vice President of Marketing and Fan Engagement for the Green Bay Packers, will share information on the efforts required to be awarded the Draft, and the extensive planning and benefits expected from hosting the week-long event in Green Bay.  You won’t want to miss this one! 

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Breakout Sessions

1) Agile vs Waterfall is a Myth by Rob Lineberger

Let’s put this pointless distinction to rest. Rob walks through the
hidden history of the agile movement and how agile vs waterfall is a
sideshow to a deeper issue. Predictive and adaptive methods both
shine in different situations. The key is knowing when to use each, and
how.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn the strengths and weaknesses of predictive and adaptive
  approaches
• How to decide which applies in which situations

2) AI Intuition 101 by Tuan Ho

A comprehensive and engaging presentation designed to provide a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence's current status, the conceptual distinctions between Narrow AI and General AI, the potential impacts AI has on society, and a forward-looking perspective of AI's role in shaping our future. As AI continues to grow at an unprecedented rate and entrench itself into various facets of human life—from the economy to daily tasks—there is a rising need for a clear understanding of its mechanisms and implications. This presentation will delve into the evolution of AI from simple trial and error methodologies to complex systems that mirror human thought processes. We will explore AI's trajectory, estimate its influence on employment, and consider the neurodivergence evolution. Finally, we'll envision a world where AI and human values are aligned, paving the way for a new era of societal advancement.

Learning Objectives:   

• Understand the rapid growth and current state of AI, including its economic impact and early-stage development, as well as its swift adoption marked by the fast user growth seen in technologies like ChatGPT.
• Differentiate between Narrow AI and General AI, comprehend the trajectory from basic machine learning applications to systems capable of complex adaptive operations, and recognize the inherent growth limitations of human intelligence in comparison to AI's exponential potential.
• Appreciate the broader implications of AI on the workforce and societal functions, examine the potential for AI to replace certain job roles, the impact on 3D environments, and the importance of harmonizing AI advancement with human values to ensure peace and prosperity.

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Breakout Sessions

1) Introduction to Lean Six Sigma for (Project) Leaders by Katie Labedz

Did you know that the average process contains 95% waste! Incredible isn’t it? Inefficient processes cost our companies time, money and potentially your reputation and employee retention. In this session you will learn five key Lean Six Sigma concepts to help you reduce waste in your processes, immediately add value and realize REVOLUTIONARY results!

Learning Objectives:

• Definition of continuous improvement, Lean and Six Sigma

• Learn how these concepts can be used in any industry

• Understand the concepts of waste, value, 5S, PDCA and problem identification

2) Fundamentals of Successful Negotiations by Charlie Trevor

Managers and other professionals regularly negotiate, yet many lack the knowledge and skills to do so at a high level of success. The first step in this pursuit is to understand and learn to apply a few fundamental principles that help us to claim value in straightforward, competitive negotiations. Developing a more sophisticated approach, however, holds promise for us in more involved scenarios that require problem-solving and creativity. Succeeding in these more challenging negotiations can deliver enhanced value via providing win-win outcomes and building trust and relationships along the way.

Learning Objectives:

• To recognize the foundational elements (e.g., terminology, principles) underlying the art and science of negotiations
• To understand the game theory approach to the negotiator’s dilemma (i.e., whether to compete or cooperate) and its implications for both creating and claiming value
• To learn several key applied tactics for negotiation preparation, opening, and concession-making
• To appreciate how the pursuit of mutual gains (i.e., win-win outcomes), while requiring more negotiating skill, also has the potential to deliver enhanced value

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Endnote

Humor That Works: A Project Manager’s Guide to Using Humor by Dave Tarvin

The current way of working isn’t actually working. 83% of Americans are stressed out at work and 55% are unsatisfied with their jobs. The impact? Close to a trillion dollars in lost productivity and increased costs. Add in the stress and uncertainty of these unprecedented times, and people are stressed out, disengaged, and more zombie-like than ever.

Which means effective Project Management is more critical now than ever before. But PM is sometimes given a bad rap, seen as a boring oversight role that is always “checking in” to make sure projects “finish.” But it doesn’t have to be that way.

There’s one skill that can not only help you deliver projects on time, in scope, and within budget, but also help you have fun doing it: humor. When people are laughing, they’re learning, and when you can infuse best business practices with smart levity and fun – team members are more productive, less stressed, and work doesn’t feel like so much work. Backed by research, case studies, and real-world examples, you’ll see that what gets fun, gets done.

In this entertaining and engaging program, you’ll reverse-engineer the skill of humor to shift mindsets, unlock potential, and adopt the evidence-based tools, skills, and solutions you need to make humor an extraordinary foundation for business and life. Ready to give your team what they need to skyrocket productivity AND have a better life? Come discover the Humor That Works.

Wrap-Up

Lambeau Field Tour