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AI is the new kid on the block, the new disruptor, but it does not look like the previous disruptors; this one seems to move much faster and affect more industries than previous disruptors; but is this true, or are we magnifying its effect because we cannot yet see when the disruptor will abate as we arrive at a new normal?

We have been living within a technological revolution for some time now as the digital age we have created sends us wave after wave of now propositions. Is AI the tsunami we imagine, or just another of those waves?

AI is not the first, and will not be the last, technological upheaval. We have faced many such upheavals throughout our history, and we have not only endured them all, but we have used them to improve our lives. Every time a new invention arrives, it renders many skills obsolete, but many more skills are born as a result. Now that we drive, we no longer need to know how to ride – and the price of a car is not that different from what the price of a horse used to be.

The presentation will use PMI’s Talent triangle as a map to discuss which skills are the most perishable, which are durable, and which the most enduring. In other words, which skills will be heavily influenced by AI and which still have a shelf-life.

PMI UK Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Public speaking is a key project management skill and Toastmasters is an efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication and leadership skills. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities. You’ll be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations and you’ll improve your one-on-one dealings with others.

The next 30 years won’t be calm — they’ll be fast, complex, and unpredictable. Synergy 2026: Built for Chaos is your front‑row seat to the future of project leadership. This year’s flagship event is engineered for professionals who don’t just survive chaos — they design systems that thrive in it.

Synergy 2026 brings together the very best of PMI and the project profession, showcasing the ideas, talent, and innovation that will shape the decades ahead.

Join us for a high‑energy day featuring:

• Impactful talks from leaders redefining the future of work
• Deep dives into complexity, resilient delivery, AI — plus practical tips and tools to help you navigate what’s coming next
• A powerful exploration of the human side of project leadership — the emotions, motivations, and personal stories that drive us through uncertainty
• Youth innovation, global perspectives, and real‑world transformation stories

Doors open at 09:00, with energising sessions, networking breaks, and future‑focused ideas throughout the day.

Full agenda and speaker lineup coming soon — secure your place early.

For decades, project professionals have known they need to fight for their project’s survival against organisation cultures that are toxic to projects – even without trying to be. Such toxic cultures ensure the persistent 40-70% failure rates. Organisations that create AND sustain cultures in which projects can thrive, not surprisingly have high success rates.

In this session Adrian will outline the results of a semi-academic research paper into project failure. He will describe the Two Geographies of Projects – the Internal project one, and the External organisational landscape. And how they impact project success.

Adrian will also use his Organisational PM Framework™ to show how to create AND sustain landscapes for project success.

By the way, this goes WAY beyond anything in PM BoK 8.

The session will also examine the certification pathway, eligibility requirements, and potential career benefits for construction professionals.

Whether you are an experienced project manager, an emerging construction professional, or a student considering a career in construction project management, this session will help you understand whether PMI-CP could be the right next step in your professional development.

Join us for an interactive discussion on the evolving competencies required to deliver successful construction projects and the role of professional certifications in shaping the future of the industry.

Every previous wave of automation had a next rung. Factory workers became service workers, service workers became knowledge workers, and the ladder held. This time the layer being automated is the one project professionals stand on: coordination, reporting, status-chasing, the orchestration work that sits between systems and people. And the rung above it is being automated at the same time.

Chris Simmance builds AI tools for a living and has written a book about what they do to careers, including his own clients’. In this session he sets out which project management tasks are exposed and which are durable, why the standard retraining advice fails this time, and a practical self-audit method for working out where you actually stand. Expect numbers rather than hype, and a fair amount of discomfort. Copies of The Next Rung will be available on the night.