PMINJ Board

President*
Mark Barash, PMP
973 503-4488

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The PMINJ President is responsible for over sight of the chapter and the board. The President shall direct the activities of the other board members in accordance with the chapter bylaws.

The President presides at all general meetings of the Chapter and at all officer meetings. The President's principal function is to provide broad, general guidance of the Chapter and its officers, and to serve as Chief Executive Officer. Other guidelines include:

Serve as organizer and consensus builder for decisions of Chapter
Serve as liaison with PMI Headquarters, fellow PMI chapters, Region 4 members and mentor, and other professional NJ based organizations
Ensure that the Chapter has satisfied all requirements of PMI Headquarters (Charter Renewal, tax, insurance, etc.)
Represent Chapter at Leadership Conferences where possible or send a delegate
Respond to communications from members and persons interested in the Chapter or direct them to appropriate Board member or the member services center

Advisors provide advice and guidance to the Executive Board.

Advisor
John Bufe, PMP
908 334-6788

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VC - Education*
John Tse, PMP
908 791-5312

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The Education Vice Chair is responsible for establishing and maintaining programs to enhance project management knowledge and skills for members and prospective members, meet annual Catalog of Core Services requirements and support delivery of other approved programs and develop programs in alignment with the Chapter mission and goals.

All matters relating to professional education, business requirements, vendor relations, facilities and registration activities fall within this VC role. The Education Vice Chair is also responsible for the mentoring program that links serious and accomplished Project Managers with those who would like a mentoring relationship so they can become a more accomplished PM.

The Education VC oversees the following VP organizations:

VP Professional Development
The VP is responsible for all matters relating to the development of professional abilities and certifications of the membership. The VP is responsible for the professional standing of credential holders, and the education of potential credential holders. This VP is also responsible for the mentoring program that links serious and accomplished Project Managers with those who would like a mentoring relationship so they can become a more accomplished PM.

Professional Development

VP - Professional Development
John Tse, PMP
908 791-5312

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Director - Agile Learning
Bob Phillips, PMP
609 865-6728

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VC - Marketing*
Steve Warnek, PMP
973 464-8430

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The Marketing VC is responsible for chapter marketing and public relations to increase awareness of both the chapter and the PMI brand within the territory. The Marketing VC will develop and execute an integrated marketing, communications and public relations program to support the chapter's annual objectives.

The Marketing VC has the following VP organizations:

VP Business Strategy
The VP is responsible for maintaining a consistent alliance with organizations that participate in the success of PMINJ.
- Solicit and manage sponsorship opportunities
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporations, vendors, local components, educational entities, and REPs.
VP Marketing
The VP is responsible for all public relations and marketing activities for PMINJ. Development and creation of a marketing strategy and materials for chapter. Represent PMINJ at various community and / or business meetings to promote PMINJ.

VP-Marketing

VP - Marketing
Steve Warnek, PMP
973 464-8430

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D - Social Media Operations
Vee Gosine, PMP
347 906-0049

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D - Social Media Strategy
Michelle Morse, PMP
516 840-9284

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D - Marketing
Rocco Ricciardi, PMP
201 705-3006

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Business Strategy

Currently no VP or Directors

VC - Membership*
Lystra Haynes, PMP
732 801-7491

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The Member and Volunteer Relations VC is responsible for addressing the needs of chapter membership, including membership recruitment, retention, and associated value delivery. The VC is also responsible for recognizing accomplishments related to Project Management (Project of the Year and Project Manager of the Year) and other professional and personal achievements. They are responsible to recognize the needs of volunteers, including recruitment, retention, recognition, and leadership development training.

The Membership VC has the following VP organizations:

VP Membership
The VP is responsible for all membership and retention activities. The VP serves as the public interface for member information and promotes the benefits of membership to individuals and corporations. The VP is responsible for communications with the members as they join, rejoin, or renew. They will also communicate with members to assure that they are receiving value from their membership. The VP will help to identify opportunities for the chapter to provide an engaging experience for members. The VP is also responsible for the Member Service Center that provides support for all quires regarding PMINJ.
VP Outreach
The VP is responsible for maintaining alliances and providing assistance to New Jersey communities, corporations, government, and educational institutions. Alos, the VP establishes and maintains Local Communities of Interest to assist members with spcific areas of interest.
VP Recognition | DEI
The VP is responsible for recognizing accomplishments related to Project Management and other professional and personal achievements.
This VP is also responsible for the Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiative for PMINJ to create meaningful change in our organizations and community. This will foster a higher degree of engagement, productivity and innovation in our activities.

Membership

VP - Membership
Sunil Dubey, PMP
732 570-3258

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Director - Member Service Center
Liliya Korabelnikov, PMP
908 812-0827

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Outreach

VP - Outreach
Jon Rice, PMP
609 413-3341

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Recognition & DEI

VP - Recognition & DEI
Lystra Haynes, PMP
732 801-7491

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Director - Project Awards
Louis Vazquez, PMP
908 799-3006

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Director - Volunteers
Urvi Desai, PMP
847 312-2573

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VC - Operations*
Charles Rosen, PMP
908 672-2806

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The VC is responsible for preparing, maintaining, recording, and circulating all records, correspondence, minutes of meetings and related affairs of the chapter. The VC shall also have oversight for the maintenance and presentation of all financial records required for chapter operations.

The Operations VC has the following VP organizations:

VP Operations
Ensure official files, including a copy of the Chapter Constitution, Bylaws and amendments, and the Chapter Strategic Plan, are stored on the SharePoint site for the Board members. This is the ‘official’ site for document storage. They will also be responsible for all official correspondence to other organizations including PMI.
VP Finance
Oversee the management of funds for duly authorized purposes of PMINJ. This includes:
- Prepare an annual budget.
- Collect fees, dues and other funds. Process refunds.
- Pay approved bills in accordance with the approved budget or Board approval.
- Complete annual Financial Report.
- File Federal Tax Return.
- File NJ Charitable Organization form.
- Review and approve all contracts and licenses.
- Maintain an inventory of all PMINJ assets and licensing agreements.
- Assure that PMINJ is protected with certificates of insurance (COI) for all events.

Operations

VP -Operations
Charles Rosen, PMP
908 672-2806

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Director - Strategy Planning
Marion McGlynn, PMP
908 240-7357

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Director - Operations Compliance
Igor Zdorovyak, PMP
862 571-9849

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Finance

VP - Finance
Joyce Nussbaum, PMP
732 225-7185

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Director - Finance
Amrit Chhabra, PMP
848 391-7883

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VC - Programs*
Lisa Blake, PMP
908 310-0245

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The Programs Vice Chair is responsible for establishing and maintaining periodic required and optional programs to enhance project management knowledge and skills, meet annual Catalog of Core Services requirements and support delivery of other approved programs. The Programs Vice Chair is also responsible for supporting and maintaining professional development days, workshops, and other Chapter events that request or require a speaker. All matters relating to programs business requirements, vendor relations, facilities and registration activities fall within this VC role.

The Education VC oversees the following VP organizations:

VP Education Operations
The VP is responsible for all matters relating to facilities and registration activities for the Education VC.
VP Programs
The VP is responsible for establishing PMINJs monthly programs. Plan special events and other special meetings as required. Ensure meetings do not conflict with annual PMI / seminar / symposium / holidays or local chapter meetings.
VP Symposium
The VP is responsible for all matters relating to the PMINJ IPM Day, Seminar, and Symposium (Professional Development Days - PDD)

Education Operations

Director - People & Processes
Beth Hymowitz, PMP
973 246-1190

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Director - Facilities
Karen Kogut, PMP
908 580-9141

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Programs

VP - Programs
Lisa Blake, PMP
908 310-0245

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Director - Program Operations
Roger So, PMP
908 547-0410

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Director - Special Programs
Rachel Margolis
908 721-6678

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Symposium

Currently no VP or Directors

VC - Technology*
Eddy Vertil, PMP
732 306-0384

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The VC is responsible for all aspects of chapter technology including acquisition, support, development, maintenance, and planning. The VC is also responsible to identify data analysis for enhancing the operations for current and future membership programs / services and support chapter communications.

The Technology VC has the following VP organizations:

VP Applications
This VP provides all reporting and metrics for chapter operations. This includes surveys, membership data, event reporting, and statistical analysis of the chapter services - social media, website, ...
VP Infrastructure
This VP will identify and maintain the technology required for the smooth operation of the chapter. This will include the identification, planning, and development of applications. The VP will also identify a roadmap for the integration of all technology and applications.

Applications

VP - Applications
Eddy Vertil, PMP
732 306-0384

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Director - Surveys
Anupama Kinatukara, PMP, PgMP
973 477-5923

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Infrastructure

VP - Infrastructure
John Bufe, PMP
908 334-6788

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Past President*
Judy Balaban
908 963-2559

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The Past President is the immediate former elected President responsible for overall oversight of the chapter and the board in accordance with chapter policies and bylaws. The President can, from time to time, request the Past President to assist with various projects and help promote chapter activities.

Some guidelines include:

Assist as requested to provide wisdom on key issues
Work on at least one project per year
Assist with liaison to Leadership Development and Excellence Committee and HQ as requested
Support and enhance the work of other volunteers
Act as cheerleader and devil's advocate, as needed
Chair the nominating committee for board of director elections
Provide guidance for non-board elected VP and Director nominations