April 2026 
President's Report
Dear Members,
Welcome to the April edition of the PMI Western Lake Erie Chapter newsletter and thank you for staying engaged with our community. This newsletter continues to serve as a space to share updates, resources, and stories that highlight the impact of strong project leadership. As always, we remain committed to PMI’s core values, ethical principles, and brand standards in support of your professional growth.
As we move further into 2026—our 25th anniversary year—we are encouraged by the strong engagement and momentum across the chapter. These achievements reflect the dedication of our members, volunteers, and board, and the shared commitment to advancing the project management profession.
We look forward to seeing many of you at our Spring 2026 Professional Development Day on April 14, 2026. This event is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow alongside fellow professionals, and we’re excited to share this experience with you.
As we celebrate 25 years of PMI WLEC, members should anticipate additional announcements—plans are underway to host a memorable anniversary event, and more details will be shared soon.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement. Stay engaged, watch for upcoming opportunities, and let’s continue building a strong and connected chapter together.
Warm regards,
Stacy Yatzek
President
PMI Western Lake Erie Chapter
Welcome New Members
We are excited to welcome our newest PMI WLEC members. PMI WLEC Board members on behalf of the entire members say welcome to our chapter.
- Tara Keezer
- Matthew Hankenhof
- David Cassavar
- Owen Atchison
- Theresa Tuttle
- Kimberly Dulbs
- Trushna Brahmbhatt
- Zachary Kreps
- Erika May
Please remember to say hello to them and give them a warm welcome to our chapter🤝🤝
Spring 2026 Professional Development Day
We’re excited to bring you a high-impact, full-day experience focused on leadership, execution, and peak performance — featuring internationally recognized performance expert and bestselling author Scott Welle, CSP, Keynote Speaker.
📅 Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (EDT)
📍 Location: Bayside Hall, Oregon, Ohio
💻 Format: In-Person & Virtual Options Available
🍳 Breakfast & Lunch Included
🎓 Earn up to 6 PDUs
🎤 Featured Sessions Include:
✔️ Peak Performance Sessions I & II
✔️ Daily Execution: Extraordinary Results
✔️ ELEVATE: Leadership
✔️ Networking with regional PM professionals
Scott’s dynamic approach draws from business leaders, elite athletes, and top performers — delivering practical strategies you can immediately apply to your projects, teams, and leadership journey.
Whether you attend in person or virtually, you’ll leave energized, equipped, and ready to Outperform the Norm. DON'T MISS IT!!!
Global Volunteer Month
April is Global Volunteer Month, and we are proud to celebrate the incredible volunteers who keep the project management community vibrant and thriving. A massive thank you and shout-out to all our volunteers—your dedication, time, and passion make a meaningful difference.
If you ever ask a volunteer why they choose to serve, you’ll be amazed by the inspiring and heartfelt responses. Volunteering is not just about giving back; it’s about connection, growth, and impact.
Volunteer Opportunities
If you are interested in volunteering with PMI WLEC, we would be more than happy to welcome you aboard. Should you like to learn more or discuss available opportunities, our Vice President of Membership - Bricia Grothaus would be delighted to assist you.
Join us and be part of the team that helps strengthen and grow our project management community!
PMI WLEC Coffee Hour Highlights
Our PMI WLEC Coffee Hour continues to be a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow members over coffee in our community. We had a great time at Georgette’s Grounds & Gifts, located at 311 Conant Street, Suite 209, Maumee, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, enjoying great conversations in a welcoming atmosphere.
We also spent another enjoyable Coffee Hour at Tiedke’s Coffee, 4444 Keystone Drive, Suite B, Maumee, OH, where we were privileged to take a behind-the-scenes tour of their coffee roasting operation. It was a fantastic experience and a great way to learn while networking with fellow professionals.
☕ Next Coffee Hour:
We are excited to announce that our next Coffee Hour will be held on April 25th, 2026, at Earth at TolHouse, 1447 N Summit Street, Suite D, Toledo, OH, starting at 10:00 a.m. We look forward to seeing you there for another relaxing and engaging networking experience.
Be sure to keep an eye out for updates and future Coffee Hour announcements—you won’t want to miss them!
Student Engagement
As part of our ongoing commitment to student engagement, members of the PMI WLEC Board participated in a panel discussion for BGSU students enrolled in the Schmidthorst College of Business IS Project Management course on Wednesday, February 18,2026.
During the session, board members addressed student questions and shared practical insights on key topics, including PMBOK® Guide application in practice, industry methodologies, stakeholder management, real world challenges, career advice and the future of the project management profession.
It was a rewarding experience to connect with the next generation of project managers and support their academic and professional growth.
Calendar of Events
Spring 2026 PDD - April 14th, 2026
PMI WLEC Coffee Hour - April 25th, 2026
May Chapter Meeting - May 12th, 2026
September Chapter Meeting - September 8th, 2026
October 2026 - Fall Professional Development Day
PMI Global Summit 2026 - October 21st-24th, 2026
November Chapter Meeting - November 10th, 2026
December Chapter Meeting - December 8th, 2026
Please visit our website for updates on our events - https://pmiwlec.org
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