Meeting/Event Information
MARCH 2026 NWA PMI Monthly Chapter Meeting
March 16, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Center for Global Business Development - Peterson Auditorium
900 SE Eagle Way
Bentonville, AR 72712
Directions
Please plan to attend the next NWA PMI Chapter Meeting on Monday, March 16 at 6 PM at NWACC Center for Global Business Development - Peterson Auditorium.
For attendees planning to join virtually, use this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
Agenda
6:00 to 6:30 - Networking
NOTE: we are once again providing light refreshments. There will be no charge. PLEASE BRING GUESTS.
6:30 to 7:30 - Presentation

Evolution of PMBOK to the 8th Edition and the Future of Value Delivery
with Jonathan Lee PMP, PMI-ACP, DAC, DASSM, MCSE, CSM, PSM, PSPO
Explore the remarkable evolution of the PMI’s PMBOK® Guide (Project Management Body of Knowledge) from its traditional process-based roots to a principles-driven framework that embraces predictive, hybrid, and adaptive approaches. This session offers a historical perspective on PMI’s Agile journey, culminating in the latest PMBOK® Eighth Edition. Attendees will better understand how project management has integrated agile principles and practices to meet the demands of modern work environments.
Learning Objectives:
· Understand the Evolution: Gain insights into the key changes in the PMBOK® Guide over its editions and their impact on the project management profession.
· Embrace the New Mindset: Learn how the latest PMBOK® Eighth Edition incorporates principles, performance domains, and tailoring guidance to support diverse project approaches.
Jonathan is a Thought Leader, Adjunct Industry Professor, and Community Builder with over 29 years of IT consulting experience across private and public sectors. He helps organizations transform their ways of working by adopting and adapting Agile ways of working. He has deep expertise in both traditional and agile frameworks.
A former President of PMI Chicagoland chapter, Jonathan served on its Executive Board for over a decade. He has spoken at PMI Global PMXPO, PMI Global Summit, and various PMI Chapter conferences and meetings in the past. His most recent contribution to the PMI community was serving on the 2025 PMI Project Success Insight Team with other thought leaders.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/
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Center for Global Business Development - Peterson Auditorium
900 SE Eagle Way
Bentonville, AR 72712
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