PMI Minnesota Chapter members are invited to vote in the 2022 Board of Directors election from 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 through 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. We welcome your participation. Every vote counts!

Electronic voting:
Access to the electronic ballot will be available via an email link.

Candidate bios:
Candidate nominees are listed below. You may select your favorite candidates by marking your choices carefully from the email link received.

Election results:
Results will be broadcast in the October newsletter. Please contact the Nominating Committee with any questions.

2021 Board of Directors serving existing terms: 

2022 Board of Directors Nominees:

President-Elect:

            • Michael O’Connor, PMP®, PgMP®, PfMP® (expected in 2021), IPMA-B, CPD, MPM, CIPM, CPRM, NPDP, CQE, CQA, CBA, CSSGB, CQT, CMI, CLSGB, CPEM, CBPA, CPP, CAAPD, CPM, DRM GB, DRM BB, CPMM, MCTP, QMS, LCM, CSM, CSPO, AHMC, DASM (expected 2021) WPS

Director of Finance:

            • Kimberly Berger, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, A-CSM, DASM, MBA

Director at Large: (2 positions available)

• Mike Mohn, PMP®
• Ken Schacher, PMP®

President-Elect - 2022 (3-Year Term)

President-Elect serves a three-year term moving from President-Elect and Chief Operating Officer (2022) to President (2023) and then to Past President (2024).

Dr. Michael O’Connor
Name: Michael O’Connor, PMP®, PgMP®, PfMP® (expected in 2021), IPMA-B, CPD, MPM, CIPM, CPRM, NPDP, CQE, CQA, CBA, CSSGB, CQT, CMI, CLSGB, CPEM, CBPA, CPP, CAAPD, CPM, DRM GB, DRM BB, CPMM, MCTP, QMS, LCM, CSM, CSPO, AHMC, DASM (expected 2021) WPS
Company: Medtronic
Running for: President Elect
Current PMI-MN Director at Large and Director Strategy and Project Management at Medtronic. Long time PMI volunteer with both the chapter level and the national level. With over thirty-five years of professional experience in strategic planning, project management, program management, portfolio management, PMO and team building in the medical device industry.

As a current PMI-MN Board Member, I have been working with the community outreach committee and most recently the professional development committee to improve objectives. I have been engaged with the redesign of the PMI-MN logo, renegotiation of the PDD River Center contract, Annual MN Project Management Proclamation and many more activities. I have been active in every board meeting, every chapter meeting, and Professional Development Day(s).

My vision is to continue to build on the solid positive financial results, increase membership, increase project management learning opportunities and growth the PDD Days. I would like to increase the awareness of PMI-MN and find creative ways to increase communication to increase the ability for all members to improve themselves and their organizations.

My approach to leadership is to empower the team so that they:

1) Build accountability
2) Build Trust
3) Enable others to make decisions and move work forward

Director of Finance (2-Year Term)

Kimberly Berger, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, A-CSM, DASM, MBA
Name: Kimberly Berger, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, A-CSM, DASM, MBA
Company: Digineer
Running for: Director of Finance

Project Management Consultant with Digineer. With twenty-two years of corporate finance and information technology experience in strategic planning, project management, agile transformations and team building in multiple industries and different sized organizations, I would like to continue to participate in the leadership of Minnesota PMI as Director of Finance.
As Director of Finance for 2021, and previously vice Chair and chair of PDD days, I have been active in every board meeting, every chapter meeting, and Professional Development Day. I grew and learned a lot from PMI by learning more about project management; participating in the leadership of PMI; and by expanding my network of professionals to share ideas with.
My vision is to continue to build a quality organization where people come to expand their knowledge and how to’s through sharing ideas and experiences about project management and agile methods with fellow members, their organization, and academic institutions. In our capacity as project/agile leaders, we need to become business partners with our leaders and share this knowledge to create and communicate visions to incite team members to create and execute project plans and agile transformations effectively. Leaders use project management methods to stay on course in accomplishing their vision. Leaders use agile to get work done in a more economical way that creates value sooner for the business.

My approach to leadership is to empower the team so that they:

1) feel engaged in the organization
2) will be excited about their volunteer activity
3) learn project management and agile in a volunteer setting.

Director at Large (2-Year Term) 2 positions open

Mike Mohn, PMP®

Name: Mike Mohn, PMP®
Company: Managing Partner, Parkerhouse Advisors, a business advisory firm
Running for: Director at Large

Former USMC Officer (JAG Attorney), has completed 70+ projects. Combines project management experience with expertise uncovering front-line needs and integrating them with strategy. Heavy non-profit leadership background, having served as Board Chair for two local organizations.

Being Program Manager for the Membership Committee provides the chance to see opportunities to make a difference at PMI-MN. Serving as facilitator for the New Member Orientation and Member Check-In events gave me a unique perspective on what members hope to receive from their PMI-MN membership.

I am humbled at the quality of professionals that work on behalf of PMI-MN. My aim is to continue to build on the strong foundation already in place. As project management teaches, there is always room to improve and - driving that improvement - should be the voice of our customers, our members. My overall goal is to listen to the wishes of our members and to work to ensure those wishes become reality.

A good leader steps to the front when needed yet feels confident supporting and encouraging all team members to shine. Making the team a priority is my goal.

Ken Schacher, PMP®
Name: Ken Schacher, PMP®
Company: CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP)
Running for: Director at Large

Senior IT Project Manager for CLA. I have seventeen years as technology project manager of medium to large technology projects across multiple industries and companies. I’ve led infrastructure, waterfall, and agile development projects. Strengths include team building, emotional intelligence, and mentoring.

As Chair of Professional Development for the past 3 years, I’d leverage my experiences to lead our chapter by moving into a Director At-Large position.
While Chair of our Prof Dev, we’ve provided Seminars, PMBOK prep training, transitioned our training to be fully remote, and are compliant with the new Authorized Training Program. We provide remote and on-site prep courses for PMP and DASM.

My vision is to work with the board to improve communication and cooperation across our committees. Let’s encourage volunteers to provide new ideas that challenge and improve our members. People should be encouraged to share their life skills as we seek to improve our abilities in the profession. Let’s also promote our mentoring program and encourage leadership!

My approach to leadership is to:

1. Listen to our members, acknowledge negative and positive feedback, and
find a positive way forward
2. Listen to our volunteers and be open to new ideas
3. Encourage people to lead