The Women in Project Management (WIPM) community recently gathered for an engaging cross chapter virtual event, "From PMP to Portfolio Career: Building a Resilient Career Identity in the Age of AI," featuring Purvee Kondal, Founder & CEO of PortlyAI, and Priya Narula, a Strategy, Operations, and Human Capital Leader. Together, they explored how professionals can redefine career success by building adaptable, resilient career identities in today's rapidly evolving workplace.

As artificial intelligence, automation, and changing business models continue to reshape the workplace, the session emphasized that professionals need more than a job title to remain competitive. Developing a resilient career identity grounded in transferable skills, continuous learning, and authentic leadership enables individuals to adapt confidently to new opportunities while creating lasting professional value.

Key Insights from the Session

• Your career identity is bigger than your title. Your title represents only one moment in your professional journey. Your strengths, values, experiences, and leadership potential define the broader story.
• The portfolio career mindset is becoming essential. Building a portfolio of diverse skills, experiences, and capabilities creates flexibility and prepares professionals for an evolving future.
• AI is a catalyst, not the story. While AI is transforming how work gets done, uniquely human strengths such as creativity, communication, adaptability, and strategic thinking remain the qualities that distinguish effective leaders.
• Storytelling is a leadership skill. The ability to clearly communicate your experiences, aspirations, and impact helps others understand the value you bring and strengthens your professional brand.
• Practical frameworks create immediate value. Attendees left with actionable strategies for connecting past experiences with future opportunities and building careers that remain resilient through change.

What's Next for WIPM

This event reflects WIPM's continued commitment to delivering timely, practical professional development that empowers women in project management. Through cross chapter collaboration, WIPM continues to create opportunities for learning, leadership, and meaningful career conversations that prepare members for the future of work.

Stay connected for upcoming leadership discussions, professional development events, and networking opportunities designed to help project professionals grow personally and professionally.

Get Involved

Whether you're looking to expand your leadership skills, grow your professional network, or give back to the project management community, connecting with your local PMI chapter and PMI Silicon Valley is a great place to start.

• Professional development through workshops, webinars, and learning events.
• Networking with project professionals and industry leaders across the region.
• Volunteer opportunities that allow you to apply your skills while making a meaningful community impact.
• Career growth through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and ongoing professional connections.

Membership is more than credentials. It is a community that supports your growth, expands your network, and empowers you to make a lasting impact.