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30 minute exhibit hall activity [clear filter]
Saturday, October 5
 

10:45am EDT

#305-EXH - Main Stage: Five Ways to Project Manage the Ultimate Work/Life Balancing Act and Stress Levels
Description:
You run into it all the time - not enough time in the day, looming deadlines, and the list of what you need to get done. That translates mentally into stress levels that occur. And how do you handle that? How do you achieve the needed balance between your project management career and your personal life? In this activity, we will be engaging you in five ways you can project manage your work/life balance and, more importantly, share with you tips on how to manage the stress that comes along with life. Leave with actionable tips that you can use and share with your colleagues and peers!

Saturday October 5, 2019 10:45am - 11:15am EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

1:00pm EDT

#322-EXH - Microsoft and LinkedIn: Rock Your LinkedIn Profile
Description:
Your LinkedIn profile represents your professional brand and gives you a way to tell your story. In this session, you will learn how to best express your professional passions, aspirations, and achievements and gain the tools you need to grow your career by leveraging LinkedIn.

Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Catallo

Jennifer Catallo

Senior Customer Success Manager, LinkedIn Learning Solutions, LinkedIn
Jennifer Catallo has spent the past 20 years cultivating skills in eLearning and education management from teaching across higher education institutions including Humber College and the University of Toronto to consulting on K12 and higher education eLearning software with companies... Read More →


Saturday October 5, 2019 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

3:15pm EDT

#342-EXH - Main Stage: Productivity Apps You Can't Live Without
Description:
You hear about new apps every single second of the day. Life is too short and data is too precious. So which ones do you download? Which ones work and don't, and more importantly, how would they work for your needs? All of these questions will be answered in this activity and then some. Come learn of great apps that can rock your world! We'll share the apps and show you exactly how to use them.

Saturday October 5, 2019 3:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other
 
Sunday, October 6
 

8:00am EDT

#402-EXH - Main Stage: Creating Well-Being in the Workplace
Description:
It's no secret that mentally recharged employees bring their A game. So how can you introduce activities to help them recharge in the office? Start simple and set an example! Using these simple mindfulness techniques and stretches, you can begin to incorporate wellness in your day-to-day and bring it back to the office with you.

Sunday October 6, 2019 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

10:00am EDT

#404A-EXH - Main Stage: Note Taking and Capturing Data - Speech and Handwriting Recognition
Description:
Are you still taking notes by hand with pen and paper? Let's change that – we'll share with you some options for note-taking on your mobile devices with speech and handwriting recognition features. Let's go paperless!

Sunday October 6, 2019 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

10:00am EDT

12:15pm EDT

#422-EXH - Main Stage: Caterpillar - How Does a "Giant" in Manufacturing Apply Agile?
Description:
Ever wonder how a massive global manufacturing company like Caterpillar applies an agile mindset and methodology in the world of yellow iron? During this panel discussion with members of Caterpillar's Global Program Management team, the panel will answer your questions and share insights and perspectives on how this Fortune 65 company is leveraging agile to help our customers build a better world.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:(1) identify the challenges/lessons learned implementing agile in a manufacturing company;(2) discuss the "hybrid" model and its application to projects.

Speakers
avatar for Curt Casson

Curt Casson

Program Developer, Caterpillar, Inc.
Curt Casson is a lead program developer for Caterpillar's Global Program Management (GPM) office. He is a team leader who mentors, coaches, and trains program coordinators. After spending over 5 years successfully managing traditionally waterfall based New Product Introduction (NPI... Read More →
avatar for Joel Stone

Joel Stone

Program Developer and Agile Coach, Caterpillar, Inc.
If you told Joel Stone 11 years ago when he was just starting his career in the world of project management that he would be a passionate agile coach and trainer, he would have looked confused and asked what 'agile' is. From ignorance to opposition, to acceptance, to embracing the... Read More →
avatar for Emily West

Emily West

Program Coordinator, Caterpillar, Inc.
At Caterpillar, Emily West is a program coordinator, supporting a wide range of projects using both waterfall and agile methodologies. Emily holds certifications in SAFe Agile and SAFe Scrum Master, working as an agile release train engineer managing CAT Digital's web and mobile based... Read More →


Sunday October 6, 2019 12:15pm - 12:45pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage

12:55pm EDT

#424-EXH - Main Stage: Wellness Technologies for Your Body, Home and Office
Description:
Wellness technologies are the hot, new items focusing on health and fitness. Users are wearing devices like FitBit or Apple Watch to keep track of fitness activity. Others may sport the Jawbone Up which keeps track of sleeping habits including your resting heart rate, sleep quality, and overall health. In this activity, you'll learn all about the new wellness technologies for every part of your day (or night) and how they can improve your quality of life.

Sunday October 6, 2019 12:55pm - 1:25pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

2:30pm EDT

#426-EXH - Microsoft and LinkedIn: Rock Your LinkedIn Profile
Description:
Your LinkedIn profile represents your professional brand and gives you a way to tell your story. In this session, you will learn how to best express your professional passions, aspirations, and achievements and gain the tools you need to grow your career by leveraging LinkedIn.

Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Catallo

Jennifer Catallo

Senior Customer Success Manager, LinkedIn Learning Solutions, LinkedIn
Jennifer Catallo has spent the past 20 years cultivating skills in eLearning and education management from teaching across higher education institutions including Humber College and the University of Toronto to consulting on K12 and higher education eLearning software with companies... Read More →


Sunday October 6, 2019 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

5:30pm EDT

#451-EXH - Main Stage: Relaxation Techniques: Simple Steps to Unwind
Description:
It's impossible to avoid stress in our daily lives but it's definitely possible to manage your response to it. This activity will focus on relaxation techniques that you can use in your day-to-day life to calm yourself in the midst of stressful situations. From meditation to quick chair exercises, we'll walk you through how to get started and then we want you to pick at least two to stick with.

Sunday October 6, 2019 5:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other
 
Monday, October 7
 

8:10am EDT

#501-EXH - Main Stage: Five Ways to Project Manage the Ultimate Work/Life Balancing Act and Stress Levels
Description:
You run into it all the time - not enough time in the day, looming deadlines, and the list of what you need to get done. That translates mentally into stress levels that occur. And how do you handle that? How do you achieve the needed balance between your project management career and your personal life? In this activity, we will be engaging you in five ways you can project manage your work/life balance and, more importantly, share with you tips on how to manage the stress that comes along with life. Leave with actionable tips that you can use and share with your colleagues and peers!

Monday October 7, 2019 8:10am - 8:25am EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

10:00am EDT

#513-EXH - Main Stage: Top Five Health and Wellness Habits That Busy Professionals Should Create NOW
Description:
As a busy professional, you need to create new habits to keep your health in check and avoid burnout. Join us for this habit creation activity where you will commit to new ways on how to take care of your body and your overall wellness. These are simple to incorporate in your busy life, so you got this! And we are going to be your accountability coach and track your progress and encourage you along the way.

Monday October 7, 2019 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

11:50am EDT

#525-EXH - Main Stage: Productivity Apps You Can't Live Without
Description:
You hear about new apps every single second of the day. Life is too short and data is too precious. So which ones do you download? Which ones work and don't, and more importantly, how would they work for your needs? All of these questions will be answered in this activity and then some. Come learn of great apps that can rock your world! We'll share the apps and show you exactly how to use them.

Monday October 7, 2019 11:50am - 12:20pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other

2:30pm EDT

#537-EXH - Main Stage: Note Taking and Capturing Data - Speech and Handwriting Recognition
Description:
Are you still taking notes by hand with pen and paper? Let's change that – we'll share with you some options for note-taking on your mobile devices with speech and handwriting recognition features. Let's go paperless!

Monday October 7, 2019 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Exhibit Hall: Main Stage
  Other
 

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