Released on: October 23, 2008, 4:02 pm

Press Release Author: Press Officer

Industry: Government

Press Release Summary: It is a fact that in the current economy, there is a stronger
need for individuals who know how to effectively lead organizations in the balancing
of ever-changing schedules, decreasing budgets and resource pools, and demanding
business asks. Project Managers are, in fact those leaders best suited to deal with
these challenges.

Press Release Body: On November 6, 2008, the Washington DC Chapter of the Project
Management Institute (PMIWDC) will host its annual International Project Management
Day conference and awards event. The event, dedicated to the profession that is
having an ever-increasing impact to the success of organizations, has an appropriate
2008 theme of "Managing through Changing Political and Economic Times."

Nationally recognized speakers, Lee Lambert and Carl Pritchard lead this informative
evening for business managers, executives, and project management practitioners. A
vendor exhibition from leading project management tools and solutions providers will
be on-hand for attendees as well as a buffet dinner and networking reception. A
recognition ceremony and celebration of PMIWDC's first ever Project Manager of the
Year Award will also be part of the evening's activities.

Anyone stuck for ideas and inspiration on how to meet the challenges of delivering
on-time and on-budget in the current economic and political climate should make
plans to attend. For additional details on the event, visit PMIWDC's website -
http://pmiwdc.org /pmday-2008

PMIWDC International Project Management Day,
Conference and Awards event
Crystal City - Crowne Plaza Hotel
Thursday, November 6, 2008
5:30pm - 9:00pm


About the Project Management Institute, Washington DC Chapter

The Project Management Institute, Washington DC Chapter, Inc. (PMIWDC) is the
largest component of the Project Management Institute in the world with over 8300
active members. Formed in 1978 to serve the networking and educational needs of
area residents, PMIWDC activities include monthly meetings, professional development
offerings, outreach to overseas chapters, periodic workshops and seminars from noted
business leaders.

PMIWDC events and activities attract all levels of business and government managers,
executives, and project management practitioners and provides a framework for
professional networking and social interaction among its members. For more
information, visit www.pmiwdc.org.



Web Site: http://pmiwdc.org/

Contact Details: Media Contact:
David Deas, Marketing and Public Relations
Project Management Institute, Washington DC (PMIWDC)
703.683.4804
press (at) pmiwdc.org