Want to Be Recognized as the Elite of the Elite?

Put a task in your project plan now to submit your project for the 2010 Project of the Year!
CEO’s and other officers whose projects receive the PMI Project of the Year Award often acknowledge that this honour is among the ones they are most proud of. To be recognized among your peers as having managed “the project of projects” is a high point – not just for the project manager and project team but for the organization as a whole.
Projects from around Manitoba are encouraged to participate, regardless of size, industry type or location. PMI affiliation is not necessary.
It’s not too early to talk to your Executive, Clients, project sponsors and teams to let them know your project deserves to part of this rewarding experience.
Past Nominees have said.

“Very worthwhile indeed. Our project was promoted not only within our organization but outside as well..”
“Our project was very well represented in the presentation. The PMI POY committee did a really good job and very informative presentation, thanks again! ”

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the Project of the Year Information sessions to be held September 22, 2009.

Benefits of submissions:

• A great way to celebrate project success!
• Let’s your organization know that your project was also recognized as a success - externally by a respected professional organization
• Promote understanding of the principles and benefits of project management within your organization
• Increased visibility (with indirect benefits of attracting and keeping staff and clients) throughout your organization and the Manitoba business community
• Publicity – coverage of event by local media
• No charge to submit your entry!
• Looks good on your resume!
• Awards – all project submissions will be recognized at a chapter event and receive an award, additionally, the winner will receive:
1. Dinner for their project team at 529 Wellington (gift certificate for $1,000) - complete with limousine service within Winnipeg to make the event extra special! (Note - if winner is from outside of Winnipeg, alternate arrangements will be made for the same value).
2. 2 one-day PMI Manitoba Conference/Workshop passes - approximate value $1,100.
3. Professional photograph of the winning project team and the POY trophy (Photograph to be published in the Winnipeg Free Press.

If you have any questions or comments, please send to: poy@pmimanitoba.org