PMI CMass March 8th 2022 Chapter Meeting

**PMI CMass is physically back at the DoubleTree Hotel, Westborough! Please note that masks will be required throughout the event except when eating. Thank you! ** PDU's - 1.5 Leadership Be a Better Ally As we continue to prioritize diversity and inclusion in the workplace, the term allyship is tossed around a lot. But what does it actually mean (and not mean) to be an ally? Many well-intentioned professionals would like to be allies but they’re not sure how. They have concerns about overstepping or misreading situational cues. Or, they feel uncomfortable having conversations about what support looks like to others. Regardless of your background, role or level, you can be an ally. In this interactive discussion, you’ll learn how. We will: Debunk some of the myths around allyship Explore common challenging scenarios in breakout sessions and strategize how to show up as an ally in each one Discuss key strategies and action steps to serve as allies to others. About Kim Meninger: As a certified executive and leadership development coach, Kim Meninger empowers individuals and organizations to reach their full leadership potential. Kim has coached hundreds of clients and has presented on career advancement and leadership topics to corporate, non-profit and academic audiences. She leverages her psychology degree, MBA and over a decade of experience as a leader in the high-tech space to empower professionals to lead themselves and others more effectively. Kim is especially passionate about helping women leaders to develop their confidence, visibility and influence in order to maximize their impact and advance their careers. To learn more about Kim and her work, visit: https://yourcareersuccess.com. Connect with her on LinkedIn at: https://www.linked.com/in/KimMeninger