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This session will summarize the integration of Artificial Intelligence into Agile Project Management, highlighting its benefits, providing insights via use case scenario, some tools with cost analysis, and proven integration strategies. We will take Q&A at the end. This session is worth 1.5 PDUs.

Leadership Bio – Speaker Introduction

Nealand M. Lewis, MBA, MPM, M.S.Ed., PMP®, CICA®, Ph.D. Candidate (ABD)

Nealand M. Lewis is a mission-driven strategist and results-oriented executive with a proven record of leading transformational changes across public and private sectors. With a deep sense of purpose and loyalty, he brings a dynamic leadership style rooted in strong communication, organizational excellence, and collaborative influence.

A seasoned program management leader, Nealand excels at delivering enterprise-scale initiatives using AI, Scrum, Waterfall, and Six Sigma methodologies. His sharp expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, and process optimization allows him to identify inefficiencies, eliminate waste, and implement innovative solutions—driving measurable outcomes, cost savings, and increased productivity.

PMI Involvement & Leadership Highlights

Nealand’s long-standing commitment to PMI is marked by impactful service and leadership, including:

• President, PMI Carolina Chapter – Led strategic initiatives and deepened member engagement across the region.
• Regional Mentor – Guided and supported multiple PMI chapters, offering leadership development and alignment.
• Recognized Global Speaker – Represented PMI on international stages, speaking on operations, leadership, and project excellence.
• Founder of PMI Carolina’s First Professional Development Day (PDD) – Launched a landmark event that set the standard for future programming.
• Volunteer of the Year Award – Honored with PMI Carolina’s highest volunteer award, which was later named in his honor—cementing his legacy of service and excellence.

Nealand is widely regarded across the PMI community as a compassionate, empowering, and purpose-led leader—deeply committed to lifting others and fostering collaborative growth.

Credentials & Career Highlights

Nealand brings deep program leadership experience in Federal, State, and Financial sectors. He holds:

• IBM AI Engineering Professional Certificate®
• Project Management Professional (PMP®)
• Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA®)
• MBA, M.S.Ed., and Master of Project Management (MPM)
• Ph.D. Candidate (ABD) in Post-Secondary and Adult Education

Whether managing enterprise programs, mentoring future leaders, or guiding spiritual transformation, Nealand blends heart and strategy to create meaningful, mission-aligned results.

Please join us in giving a warm PMI Carolina welcome to Nealand M. Lewis!