PMI Monterey Bay Chapter June 2026 Newsletter
Hello PMI Monterey Bay members,
June is a summer social month. We have two coffee socials, as well as a local park picnic social. We're excited to share the results of our board vote and information on an advanced certification pilot from PMI. Read on for everything you need to know.
We hope to see you at an event soon!
⭐ CHAPTER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Board Nominations
Members, thank you for participating in the Board of Directors election. The voting period concluded on May 28, 2026.
You elected:
- Jill Movahedi for Vice President of Communications and Marketing
- Roslyn Springer for President Elect
- Mercedes Grzimek for Vice President of Programs
- Pamela Beem-Willars for Vice President of Finance
The board will continue to recruit for the following positions:
- Vice President of Membership
- Vice President of Administration
The new Board of Directors will serve a one-year term starting on 7/1/2026. Robert Mendoza will be President. Ben Havens-Stokes will be Past-President. Thank you again for your membership and participation.
📋 NEW ADVANCED CERTIFICATION PILOT
PMI has announced a pilot for an advanced certification designed for professionals managing highly complex, high-stakes initiatives. Candidates will need an active PMP, peer review, and a separate assessment process.
Learn more →
⭐ MEMBER EVENTS
RECAP | Monthly Coffee Meetup
June 2 was another successful coffee meetup at the Creperie in Seaside. Keep the new faces coming! New faces bring new ideas and new experiences, and we're thrilled to see such an engaged, diverse group at each of these events. The Creperie has great ambiance and even better morning fare to fuel fantastic camaraderie and shared experiences.
Coffee Meetup — Salinas
16 June 2026 | 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Bearded Bean, 210 S Main St, Salinas,
To make our coffee meetups accessible we're continuing to meet in Salinas. Come grab a cup, connect with fellow project managers, and talk project management. Open to members, prospective members, and anyone curious about PMI.
☕ Members cover their own coffee. Come for the conversation and connection.
RSVP and details on Meetup →
June Social Picnic — A Local Park TBD
27 June 2026 | 9:00 AM
Come socialize with fellow PMs, bring a friend who's been curious about PMI — all are welcome.
Bring a blanket and your own snacks and drinks
Great opportunity to introduce someone new to the chapter
More info to come on this event. Stay tuned!
⭐ PROFESSIONAL EVENTS
PMI Global Summit 2026
21–24 October 2026 | Detroit, MI
PMI's flagship annual event — learning sessions, keynotes, networking, and PDUs alongside project professionals from around the world. Details are still rolling out, but worth putting on your calendar now if you're thinking about attending this fall.
Learn more at pmi.org/events →
⭐ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Jobs: Local Opportunities
Project Manager - Commercial Solar & Battery Storage – AlphaHire Inc View listing
Project Manager – Oxford Instruments View listing
Senior Program Manager – Tecan View listing
Project Manager – Wayfinder Development Inc View listing
📬 STAY CONNECTED
PMI Monterey Bay continues to grow thanks to the engagement of our members. Whether through volunteering, professional development events, or networking opportunities, we encourage you to stay involved and connected.
Questions or ideas for future events? Reach out to the board anytime at bod@pmi-mbay.org
We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming event!
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