Welcome to the PMI Northeast Florida Chapter
The Northeast Florida Chapter of the Project Management Institute is a dynamic group of like-minded Project Management Professionals and area business leaders that have served the greater Jacksonville area since 1995.
The chapter is committed to increasing the level of professionalism in project management and creating a greater awareness and dependence to our profession. We are committed to “making project management indispensable to business results”.
Upcoming Events
Career Networking Coffee Chat
Fuel Your Friday: Career Networking Coffee Chats with PMI NEFL
Career Empowerment Session: Executive Presence for the Modern PM
Influence, Credibility & Strategic Communication
AI-Driven Project Management: Shifting from Reactive to Predictive
Artificial Intelligence isn't replacing Project Managers—it is eliminating the repetitive work that keeps them from leading. This highly interactive session demonstrates practical AI workflows that reduce administrative overhead, improve decision-making,
Career Networking Wine Down Wednesday
Unplug and reflect with your project management peers
🚀 Announcing the New AI Community of Practice at PMI-NEFL! 🤖
We’re excited to launch the AI Community of Practice (CoP)—a dedicated space for project managers to explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence in Project Management!
Join us to
• Learn how AI is transforming project management
• Share insights, challenges, and best practices
• Connect with like-minded professionals and AI enthusiasts
Whether you're just starting with AI or already integrating it into your projects, this CoP is for you!
Let’s shape the future of project management—together! 🚀
Member Spotlight
Michelle Defoe joined PMI Northeast Florida (NEFL) in 2016. "I moved to Jacksonville from Baltimore in 2014 as a full-time teleworker. I wanted to establish a network with professionals in my field of project management," she said. Michelle served as Membership VP for three years and this year was voted in as President Elect. She will move into the Chapter President role next year.
Michelle has been employed at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield for 30 years. In her current role as Program Manager, she assists operations with various projects. "The hardest part of my job is working on projects involving multiple teams and getting everyone on board to meet the goal. I pull from my years of experience at the company which has taught me cross functional leadership skills as well as the skills I have learned serving on the PMI NEFL board of directors," she said.
Outside of work, Michelle enjoys teaching bible school at Chet's Creek Church, traveling and walking with her dog Simba. "I love to travel both domestically and internationally. My favorite international spot so far is Portugal and if you have not visited the South Rim of the Grand Canyon you are missing out," she said. She is also part of the Jacksonville Yelp community with a Yelp Elite status for 11 years. "I have drafted more than 1,600 reviews and uploaded more than 21,000 pics to the Yelp app. I love helping others discover hidden gems both locally and wherever I travel," she said.
If you are interested in being a member spotlight, please Click Here and complete the form. We will be in touch if you are selected.
If you are interested in volunteering with the PMI NEFL board, check out the volunteer section of our website.
Advance Your Career
It is important for Project Managers to continually improve their knowledge and skills to stay competitive. The PMP, and other certifications, are a critical component to advancing a PM's career. The project management discipline is changing from traditional waterfall with several new emerging methodologies in high demand. Training and credentialing are becoming more important to the PM professional. Click the link below for exclusive course discounts.
Partnership Opportunities
The Project Management Institute, with members in 135 countries, is the world's foremost authority for the project management profession. PMI sets industry standards, conducts research, and provides education and certification opportunities designed to strengthen and further establish the profession. Our chapter proudly serves all the local and national professionals in the space of Project Management. We currently have thousands of members - over half of whom hold PMI’s esteemed PMP certification - and represent nearly 400 unique companies across the globe.
Get Involved
Find a Volunteer Opportunity
Make your mark on our PMI Chapter and the profession. As a member, you can volunteer to work on and to lead activities that advance the profession and support the chapter business operations by joining our chapter volunteer community. All volunteer openings are managed by the PMI Volunteer Relationship Management System (VRMS). This system includes the ability to search for opportunities, view details about each role, and apply online.
Get Involved
Earn PDUs by Volunteering
Volunteering Project Management Professional PDUs can be earned as part of Category E: Volunteer Service. Category E, along with Category D (Creating New Project Knowledge) and Category F (Working as a Professional in Project Management), comprise the Giving Back To The Profession Categories. You can earn PDUs in Category E (Volunteer Service) by providing volunteer, non-compensated project management, and many others.
Speakers for our Chapter's Events
Our PMI Chapter welcomes proposals from passionate speakers interested in sharing their experiences, knowledge and expertise on such topics as general business and strategy, leadership, project management, and technical or industry-specific specialties. Our Professional Development events provide professional development units (PDUs) of educational information necessary for those attendees maintaining certification designations. Speakers are also eligible to claim PDUs for their creation and delivery of the presentation material.
