Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Sponsors

PMI Orange County Chapter, 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, it is recognized as a dynamic and innovative organization of Project Management Professionals dedicated to serving the Orange County community through the advancement of Project Management.

 

What is the purpose of the PMI-OC Chapter Sponsorship Program?

Sponsors play a vital role in supporting our Chapter and the profession of Project Management in addition to expanding the array of value-added services offered by the Chapter.

PMI-OC is a member run organization and sponsorship supports our mission to serve project management practitioners in a vibrant and engaged community by providing leadership and value through:

  1. Showcasing best practices and recognizing excellence in project management.
  2. Advancing the project management professional through networking and career opportunities.
  3. Enabling professional development by providing training in innovative and leading-edge tools and techniques.
  4. Engaging our members and providing practical experience through volunteerism.

 

How large is the Chapter Service Area?

PMI-OC is a member run organization with over 1,800 members, 1100 PMPs, and 21K+ LinkedIn followers. For more details, please visit our membership stats.

 

What Does It Mean to Be a PMI PARTNER or SPONSOR?

PMI-OC creates value for our members and the community through Project Management excellence, leadership and innovation. Sponsors play a vital role in supporting our Chapter and the profession of Project Management in addition to expanding the array of value-added services offered by the Chapter. We offer various sponsorship options.

Some of the benefits you will get as a sponsor include:

  1. Direct exposure to over 1,800 members, 1100 PMPs, and 21K+ LinkedIn followers.
  2. Opportunity to engage with a diverse professional community of current and future project management professionals.
  3. Connect with project managers, key decision makers, and influencers in the project management community.
  4. Access to professionals on the cutting edge of project management trends and expertise.
  5. Strengthen your online presence through email blasts, social media and website presence.
  6. Demonstrate commitment to project management excellence.
  7. Position your company as an innovator and thought leader.
  8. Support your employees’ professional development.
  9. Provide your employees an opportunity to network with PMI OC Members and colleagues.
  10. Complimentary professional development dinner meeting passes for your employees.

 

What events are planned for 2025?  

The PMI-OC chapter has several events planned for 2025 where the sponsors have an opportunity to interact with attendees.

  • 12 PMI OC DINNER MEETINGS- In-person monthly education dinner meeting with presenter and attendance traditionally of 40 to 100 people
  • 12 ADVANCED TOPIC SEMINAR (ATS): Online 4 hour once a month educational programs covering advanced project management related topic with registration traditionally between 50 to 100 people
  • QUARTERLY NEW MEMBER EVENT -  In-person event offers participant an opportunity to learn about the organization, meet PMs in their interest areas, and  share unique experiences and problems with them.
  • ANNUAL SOCIAL/PICNIC EVENT - Summer 2024 - The picnic event provides members the opportunity to network with other members within the organization.
  • ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY (PDD) - Spring 2025 - .A virtual half-day educational event for attendees to learn from various speaker related to project management. Attendance traditionally between 100 to 200 people
  • Industry Affinity Groups (4)
  • Mentoring Program (2)
  • PMP/CAPM Exam Prep Workshop (2)
  • Book Club (12)
  • Informal networking events throughout Orange County. (3)
  • Military Outreach program 
  • Online Freezepoints magazine (12)

Check out https://pmi-oc.org/calendar for more information.

 

Who Benefits from Sponsorships?

The PMI Orange County Chapter, 501©(6) nonprofit organization, is recognized as a dynamic and innovative organization of Project Management Professionals dedicated to serving the Orange County community through the advancement of Project Management. We are a member run organization with volunteer members. All funds from sponsorship are utilized to deliver high quality offerings to our members, with a focus on professional development, networking opportunities and community development.

 

Specifically, How Are the Sponsorship Funds Used?

Sponsorship funds go directly to improving the educational and career advancement of our growing membership and the project management profession. Your sponsorship will help us maintain and expand these services to members and the community. In a larger sense, all funds used by PMI-OC are expended in support of every organization located within the So Cal region.

 

How do I become a Sponsor?

PMI-OC offers various opportunities for sponsoring and are open to work with you to explore other options.

 

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For more information, email us at sponsor@pmi-oc.org.