APM Thames Valley Network

🎯 Students & early-career professionals — this is your moment! 11 days left to register for the Thames Valley APM Project Management Challenge 2025/26 — a nationwide competition giving you the chance to manage a real project from concept to completion, gain hands-on experience, and learn from expert mentors. Association for Project Management 👥 Form a team of 3–6 peers or classmates 🗓️ Competition runs November to April 🏆 Winners announced at the final awards evening in April 2026 ⏰ Only 11 days left to enter — deadline: 3 November 2025! If you’re ready to take your first step into the world of project management, boost your CV, and make connections that could shape your career — this is your opportunity. 👉 Register your team today: https://lnkd.in/eqyJYEw6 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ehYqUKy7 Ioana Alexandra Tudor (MAPM) Bora Kusoglu Nindy Kaur Aalok Sonawala MBA,MAPM,ChPP James White Paul Bradley ChPP CEng MRAeS FAPM Cheryl Grant Kathy Stevenson MSc MCIWM MAPM NECReg #APM #APMThamesValley #ProjectManagement

🚀 Entries are open for the APM Project Management Challenge 2025/26! Submit your team entry form before 3 November 2025 — that’s just 18 days to go! ⏳ Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ehYqUKy7 Improving individual project management competence lies at the heart of the APM Project Management Challenge — an annual competition designed to inspire and develop the next generation of project professionals. Hosted by APM Regional Networks across the UK, the challenge has been running for over a decade and gives participants the chance to: 🎯 Gain real-world project experience 🤝 Work as a team to deliver a project from concept to completion 📈 Apply APM competences and best practices throughout the journey Whether you’re a student or new to the project profession, this is your chance to put your skills to the test and learn from experienced mentors — all while working on a project that makes an impact. 🗓️ The competition runs from November to April, culminating in a final awards evening where the highest-scoring teams showcase their projects and the winners are announced. How to Get Started: Step ❶ Confirm Eligibility You must be over 18 and either new to the project profession (less than 3 years’ experience) or currently a student. Step ❷ Form a Team Gather 3–6 peers or colleagues, find a project sponsor, and select a mentor (or request one from APM). Step ❸ Register Your Interest Include your team details, sponsor, and preferred region. Step ❹ Start Planning! Review the competition rules, align your project to the theme, and begin crafting your proposal. ✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, collaborate, and showcase your project skills! 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eqyJYEw6 Bora Kusoglu Aalok Sonawala MBA,MAPM,ChPP Kathy Stevenson MSc MCIWM MAPM NECReg Cheryl Grant Paul Bradley ChPP CEng MRAeS FAPM James White Nindy Kaur Ioana Alexandra Tudor (MAPM) Natalie Keppler Hayley Marshall #APM #APMThamesValley #PMChallenge #ProjectManagement

No🎓 Inspiring the Next Generation of Project Professionals! This evening, a few of our APM Thames Valley Network volunteers had the pleasure of visiting University of Reading for an engaging session with students, hosted by Prof Shu-Ling Lu 🎙️The discussion focused on the APM journey — from Student Member to Fellow Member — and the many benefits of joining the Association for Project Management . Our fantastic speakers, volunteer Ioana Alexandra Tudor (MAPM) and APM Member Machi Ma shared their personal stories of how they’ve grown their careers in project management, progressed through the APM PMQ qualification, and how becoming APM Members has had a massively positive impact on their professional development and opportunities. 💬 The students asked some thought-provoking questions about career paths, required skills, and real-world project challenges — showing curiosity and enthusiasm for the profession. A huge thank you to Professor Shu-Ling for organising and to all the students who joined us tonight! It’s inspiring to see so much future project management talent in the room. #APM #APMThamesValley #ProjectManagement #ProfessionalDevelopment Bora Kusoglu Aalok Sonawala MBA,MAPM,ChPP Kathy Stevenson MSc MCIWM MAPM NECReg Nindy Kaur Natalie Keppler Paul Bradley ChPP CEng MRAeS FAPM James White Cheryl Grant

No🚀 Next Event Alert! The APM Thames Valley Network invites you to our upcoming session: 💼 PMO Set Up and Configuration 📅 Date: Wednesday, 5 November 2025 ⏰ Time: 18:00 – 20:00 GMT 📍 Venue: Hilton Reading 📖 CPD: 2 Are you looking to establish or optimise a Project Management Office (PMO) within your organisation? Join us as we explore best practices, real-world challenges, and proven approaches to designing a PMO that adds measurable value and drives project success. This interactive session will provide practical insights into: ✅ Defining the role and scope of your PMO ✅ Aligning structure with organisational strategy ✅ Selecting the right tools and metrics for performance ✅ Managing people, processes, and change effectively 🎟️ Book your place now: https://lnkd.in/dXkSr-6y Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, share ideas, and network with fellow project professionals across the Thames Valley! #APM #APMThamesValley #ProjectManagement #PMO Bora Kusoglu Kathy Stevenson MSc MCIWM MAPM NECReg James White Paul Bradley ChPP CEng MRAeS FAPM Nindy Kaur Cheryl Grant

Key takeaways from Association for Project Management #WiLM conference. Very inspiring speakers and message: “Feel the fear and do it anyway”

🔊 Save the Date! The APM Thames Valley Network, in collaboration with the Nuclear Institute , invites you to our next event: 💬 “We need to talk – better – about nuclear” 📅 Date: Thursday, 30 October 2025 ⏰ Time: 17:30 – 20:00 GMT 📍 Venue: Ridgeway House Book here: https://lnkd.in/erWcegVf Join us for an evening of thought-provoking discussion on how we communicate about nuclear energy — one of today’s most vital, yet often misunderstood, topics. Together we’ll explore how better dialogue can drive awareness, understanding, and trust in this critical field. 👥 Expect an engaging session, networking opportunities, and valuable insights into the future of nuclear and project management. ✨ Don’t miss out — add it to your calendar now and be part of the conversation! #APM #APMThamesValley #NuclearInstitute #ProjectManagement #FutureOfEnergy #Networking #Events Bora Kusoglu Aalok Sonawala MBA,MAPM,ChPP Kathy Stevenson MSc MCIWM MAPM NECReg James White Paul Bradley ChPP CEng MRAeS FAPM Cheryl Grant Nindy Kaur

⏱️ Final countdown to the Women in Project Management (WiPM) Conference 2025! 🎟️ Don’t miss out on booking your tickets: https://bit.ly/4mF2fqx Date: 2 October 2025 Time: 08:00 to 18:00 Venue: InterContinental London - the O2 by IHG, 1 Waterview Drive, London, SE10 0TW, United Kingdom CPD: 7.00 Aalok Sonawala MBA,MAPM,ChPP Bora Kusoglu Kathy Stevenson MSc MCIWM MAPM NECReg Cheryl Grant James White Paul Bradley ChPP CEng MRAeS FAPM Nindy Kaur

Leadership isn't about perfection. It's about intention. In high-pressure project environments, ethics and morality don’t always align. The MERI model helped Richard Graham lead with clarity. What about you — how do you lead when the pressure is on? Read the full blog: https://bit.ly/3J6J0aA #projectmanagement #leadership #projectmanager #APMblog

🚀 Our volunteers in action at the APM Volunteering Forum! Last week, our incredible volunteers Ioana Alexandra Tudor (MAPM) and Nindy Kaur proudly represented the APM Thames Valley Network at the APM Volunteering Forum — a dynamic two-day event that brought together over 120 volunteers from across APM’s Regional and Interest Networks, as well as mentors, assessors, and committee members. They took part in insightful sessions on: 🔹 Change management in complex environments 🔹 The future of projects 🔹 APM’s mentoring and mentee programme 🔹 And even joined in some fun, team-building games! Check out a few photos of Ioana and Nindy in action below! 📸 Whether you’re looking to grow or give back, the APM Mentoring Programme is a brilliant way to connect with others in the profession, share experiences, and support personal development. 👉 Learn more and sign up to be a mentee: https://lnkd.in/eyHbATuW 💬 What’s one piece of advice you’d give to your younger project self? Drop it in the comments — we’d love to hear from you! #APM #APMvolsforum #APMThamesValley #Volunteering #Mentoring #Leadership #FutureOfProjects #ChangeManagement