April Chapter Meeting - Why Projects Stall: The Human Side of Execution (and How to Fix It)

April Chapter Meeting - Why Projects Stall: The Human Side of Execution (and How to Fix It)

(IN-PERSON) Why Projects Stall: The Human Side of Execution (and How to Fix It)

Non-Members $25, Members $10, Volunteers $0.   No refunds for No Show / Cancellations.

Date & Time

Thursday, April 16, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Location & Additional Event Details

City of Raleigh Museum - 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601

*Dinner will be provided

Agenda

  • 5:30 – 6:30 PM: Social & Networking Hour (games & networking)

  • 6:30 – 7:00 PM: Chapter Announcements

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM: Speaker Presentation & Close 

Abstract

Even when strategy is clear, budgets are approved, and technology is ready, projects still stall. Why? Because execution breaks down at the human level, not because of technology. Misalignment, communication gaps, and competing work styles often slow progress more than any system or process.

In this session, participants will be introduced to a strengths-based framework that helps them better understand how individuals naturally contribute to a team and how those differences impact collaboration, decision-making, and execution. Drawing on real-world examples, this session will help project leaders identify where breakdowns are happening and how to address them more effectively.
 
Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will walk away with:
  1. A clear understanding of the four ways people naturally contribute to work and how this impacts team performance 
  2. A simple framework to identify where misalignment is slowing down execution on their teams
  3. Practical strategies to improve communication, alignment, and follow-through in their current projects

Presenter:

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    Tieska Jumbo is a leadership strategist, speaker, and CliftonStrengths facilitator who helps individuals and teams unlock their natural strengths to improve collaboration and execution. She brings over a decade of experience leading strategic communications and change initiatives across global organizations, including work supporting large-scale transformation efforts impacting thousands of employees.

    Tieska specializes in helping leaders navigate the human side of execution—aligning teams, reducing friction, and creating environments where people can do their best work. Her strengths-based approach equips leaders with practical tools to improve communication, accelerate decision-making, and move initiatives forward with greater clarity and confidence. She is passionate about helping people see what they already bring to the table and use it more effectively in their work and leadership.
     
    Directions to the City of Raleigh Museum
     
    The City of Raleigh Museum is located at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC. The museum is located between Martin and Hargett Streets about two blocks from the state capitol. Please make sure you are on Fayetteville Street. Google maps also may direct you to Salisbury Street, which takes you to the museum’s locked back entrance. This is not a public entrance. 
    Street parking is metered on weekdays until 6pm and is free at night and on the weekends. There are two City of Raleigh parking decks located within one block of the City of Raleigh Museum: Moore Square Station (233 S. Wilmington Street) and Wilmington Station Deck (117 S. Wilmington Street). Moore Square Station is the closest parking deck to the museum. City parking decks are free for your first two hours and free after 7pm and on weekends. A map showing parking decks in close proximity to the museum is attached.
     
    The City of Raleigh Museum is easily accessible via public transportation. We are a two minute walk from Moore Square Station, the main bus terminal in Raleigh. We are a half mile from Union Station if you are traveling to Raleigh by train. The free R-Line circulator stops at Martin Street and Salisbury Street, a two minute walk from the museum.
     

    By participating in this event, attendees acknowledge and accept that NCPMI (North Carolina Project Management Institute) is not responsible for any injuries, accidents, or damages that may occur as a result of participation. Attendees voluntarily assume all risks associated with the nature of the activities involved.

    Event Details

    Event Date 04-16-2026 5:30 pm
    Event End Date 04-16-2026 8:00 pm
    Cut off date 04-16-2026 9:00 pm
    Registered 68
    Available place 72
    Individual Price $25.00
    No. of Power Skills PDUs 1.5
    Location City of Raleigh Museum