March Monthly Membership Meeting

PMI South Alabama Chapter Members,

PMI South Alabama Chapter – Monthly Membership Meeting

Join us for the PMI South Alabama Chapter (PMI-SAL) Monthly Membership Meeting, where project professionals come together to learn, connect, and grow! In 2025, we are embracing the theme of Action, Access, and Acceleration—empowering our members to take action in their careers, gain access to valuable knowledge, and accelerate their professional growth.

Our March Presenter is  Montgomery County's Sheriff Derrick Cunningham 

Sheriff Derrick Cunningham- After living his first 12 years in Tacoma, Washington, Sheriff Derrick Cunningham's parents moved the family to Tuscaloosa, AL. At the age of 21, he saw a TV commercial about careers within the Montgomery Police Department. In the ad, longtime Mayor Emory Folmar said, "If you think you got what it takes, give us a call." Subsequently, a young Derrick Cunningham picked up the phone. After graduating from the police academy in 1989, he ended up 10 years later in the Detective Division investigating homicides where he later became a member of the International Homicide Investigators Association. In 1999, Sheriff D.T. Marshall appointed him as his chief deputy, where he served in that capacity for 15 years until he was sworn in January 2015 as the county's 39th sheriff and Montgomery's first African-American sheriff. In his capacity as Sheriff Cunningham heads an agency of over 300 employees and a $27 million dollar budget that spans a 643 square mile jurisdiction. For several decades, he has been among the most visible supporters of community-based policing, youth mentoring programs and utilizing smartphone and other technology to better serve the community and reduce crime.

Sheriff Cunningham has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Troy University and a Master of Science Degree from the University of Phoenix. Since the start of his law enforcement career, he has attended numerous schools and seminars throughout the United States. Sheriff Cunningham is a graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy Class 231, he is retired from the Alabama National Guard with over twenty-four years of service and serves as the point of contact for Homeland Security for Montgomery County, overseeing funding for the county. In September 2015, Sheriff Cunningham graduated from the 108th National Sheriff's Institute in Aurora, Colorado and two years later he was sworn in as Sergeant of Arms with the Alabama Sheriff's Association. In 2019 Sheriff Cunningham was sworn in as the Vice President of the Alabama Sheriff's Association. In January of 2020 he was sworn in as President where he served two consecutive terms until 2022.

If that isn't enough to fill a day, Sheriff Cunningham has been appointed to several state-wide committees by Governor Kay Ivey and he still finds time to serve on the Board of Directors of several non-profit agencies, among them are, Tri-County Alzheimer's Association, Victims of Crime and Leniency, YMCA, Kiwanis club and is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Why Attend?

✅ Earn PDUs – Stay on track with your certification by earning Professional Development Units (PDUs) for attending.
✅ Expand Your Network – Connect with fellow project professionals across industries and build valuable relationships.
✅ Gain Project Management Insights – Learn about the latest trends, methodologies, and best practices from industry experts.
✅ Engage with PMI Global & Local Leaders – Get updates on PMI initiatives and how they impact your professional journey.

Each session will feature a guest speaker or panel discussion focusing on key areas such as PMI ways of working, leadership & soft skills, and real-world project case studies. Whether you're a seasoned project manager or new to the field, our monthly meetings are designed to support your professional development and success.

When: Every second Thursday monthly – Stay tuned for event details!
Where: Virtual & In-Person Options Available
Who Should Attend? All PMI members, guests, and anyone looking to enhance their project management knowledge!

Don't miss out on this opportunity to take action, gain access, and accelerate your career!

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