Board of Directors

President*
Mark Barash, PMP
973 503-4488

The PMINJ President is responsible for over sight of the chapter and the board. The President shall direct the activities of the other board members in accordance with the chapter bylaws.

The President presides at all general meetings of the Chapter and at all officer meetings. The President's principal function is to provide broad, general guidance of the Chapter and its officers, and to serve as Chief Executive Officer. Other guidelines include:

• Serve as organizer and consensus builder for decisions of Chapter
• Serve as liaison with PMI Headquarters, fellow PMI chapters, Region 4 members and mentor, and other professional NJ based organizations
• Ensure that the Chapter has satisfied all requirements of PMI Headquarters (Charter Renewal, tax, insurance, etc.)
• Represent Chapter at Leadership Conferences where possible or send a delegate
• Respond to communications from members and persons interested in the Chapter or direct them to appropriate Board member or the member services center

Advisors provide advice and guidance to the Executive Board.

VC - Education*
Lisa Blake, PMP
908 310-0245

The Education VC is responsible for establishing and maintaining periodic programs to enhance project management knowledge and skills. This VC is responsible for professional development, education, and events in preparation to attain and maintain PMI certifications. This VC is also responsible for establishing and maintaining the provision of professional development days (PDD).

The Education VC oversees the following VP organizations:

• VP Education Operations
  The VP is responsible for all matters relating to facilities and registration activities for the Education VC.
• VP Programs
  The VP is responsible for establishing PMINJs monthly programs. Plan special events and other special meetings as required. Ensure meetings do not conflict with annual PMI / seminar / symposium / holidays or local chapter meetings.
• VP Professional Development
  The VP is responsible for all matters relating to the development of professional abilities and certifications of the membership. The VP is responsible for the professional standing of credential holders, and the education of potential credential holders. This VP is also responsible for the mentoring program that links serious and accomplished Project Managers with those who would like a mentoring relationship so they can become a more accomplished PM.
• VP Symposium
  The VP is responsible for all matters relating to the PMINJ IPM Day, Seminar, and Symposium (Professional Development Days - PDD)

Director - People & Processes
Beth Hymowitz, PMP
973 246-1190

Director - Facilities
Karen Kogut, PMP
908 580-9141

Director - Program Operations
Roger So, PMP
908 547-0410

Director - Special Programs
Rachel Margolis
908 721-6678

VP - Professional Development
John Tse, PMP
908 791-5312

Director - Agile Learning
Bob Phillips, PMP

609 865-6728

Director - Symposium Operations
Anne Fisher-Bara, PMP
908 672-6998

VC - Marketing*
Steve Warnek, PMP
973 464-8430

The Marketing VC is responsible for chapter marketing and public relations to increase awareness of both the chapter and the PMI brand within the territory. The Marketing VC will develop and execute an integrated marketing, communications and public relations program to support the chapter's annual objectives.

The Marketing VC has the following VP organizations:

• VP Business Strategy
  The VP is responsible for maintaining a consistent alliance with organizations that participate in the success of PMINJ.
  • Solicit and manage sponsorship opportunities
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporations, vendors, local components, educational entities, and REPs.
• VP Marketing
  The VP is responsible for all public relations and marketing activities for PMINJ. Development and creation of a marketing strategy and materials for chapter. Represent PMINJ at various community and / or business meetings to promote PMINJ.

VP-Business Strategy

VP - Business Strategy
Eddy Vertil, PMP
732 306-0384

VP-Marketing

VP - Marketing
Steve Warnek, PMP
973 464-8430

VC - Membership*
Lystra Haynes, PMP
732 801-7491

The Member and Volunteer Relations VC is responsible for addressing the needs of chapter membership, including membership recruitment, retention, and associated value delivery. The VC is also responsible for recognizing accomplishments related to Project Management (Project of the Year and Project Manager of the Year) and other professional and personal achievements. They are responsible to recognize the needs of volunteers, including recruitment, retention, recognition, and leadership development training.

The Membership VC has the following VP organizations:

• VP Membership
  The VP is responsible for all membership and retention activities. The VP serves as the public interface for member information and promotes the benefits of membership to individuals and corporations. The VP is responsible for communications with the members as they join, rejoin, or renew. They will also communicate with members to assure that they are receiving value from their membership. The VP will help to identify opportunities for the chapter to provide an engaging experience for members. The VP is also responsible for the Member Service Center that provides support for all quires regarding PMINJ.
• VP Outreach
  The VP is responsible for maintaining alliances and providing assistance to New Jersey communities, corporations, government, and educational institutions. Alos, the VP establishes and maintains Local Communities of Interest to assist members with spcific areas of interest.
• VP Recognition | DEI
  The VP is responsible for recognizing accomplishments related to Project Management and other professional and personal achievements.
  This VP is also responsible for the Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiative for PMINJ to create meaningful change in our organizations and community. This will foster a higher degree of engagement, productivity and innovation in our activities.

Acting VP - Membership
Eddy Vertil, PMP
732 306-0384

Director - Member Service Center
Liliya Korabelnikov, PMP
908 812-0827

VP - Outreach
Jon Rice, PMP
609 413-3341

VP - Recognition | DEI
Lystra Haynes, PMP
732 801-7491

Director - Project Awards
Louis Vazquez, PMP
908 799-3006

Director - Volunteers
Sunil Dubey, PMP
732 570-3258

VC - Operations*
Charles Rosen, PMP
908 672-2806

The VC is responsible for preparing, maintaining, recording, and circulating all records, correspondence, minutes of meetings and related affairs of the chapter. The VC shall also have oversight for the maintenance and presentation of all financial records required for chapter operations.

The Operations VC has the following VP organizations:

• VP Operations
  Ensure official files, including a copy of the Chapter Constitution, Bylaws and amendments, and the Chapter Strategic Plan, are stored on the SharePoint site for the Board members. This is the ‘official’ site for document storage. They will also be responsible for all official correspondence to other organizations including PMI.
• VP Finance
  Oversee the management of funds for duly authorized purposes of PMINJ. This includes:
  
  • Prepare an annual budget.
  • Collect fees, dues and other funds. Process refunds.
  • Pay approved bills in accordance with the approved budget or Board approval.
  • Complete annual Financial Report.
  • File Federal Tax Return.
  • File NJ Charitable Organization form.
  • Review and approve all contracts and licenses.
  • Maintain an inventory of all PMINJ assets and licensing agreements.
  • Assure that PMINJ is protected with certificates of insurance (COI) for all events.

VP -Operations
Charles Rosen, PMP
908 672-2806

Director - Strategy Planning
Marion McGlynn, PMP
908 240-7357

Director - Operations Compliance
Igor Zdorovyak, PMP
862 571-9849

VP - Finance
Joyce Nussbaum, PMP
732 225-7185

Director - Finance
Laura Pinto, PMP
732 995-2342

Acting VC - Technology*
Steve Warnek, PMP
973 464-8430

The VC is responsible for all aspects of chapter technology including acquisition, support, development, maintenance, and planning. The VC is also responsible to identify data analysis for enhancing the operations for current and future membership programs / services and support chapter communications.

The Technology VC has the following VP organizations:

• VP Applications
  This VP provides all reporting and metrics for chapter operations. This includes surveys, membership data, event reporting, and statistical analysis of the chapter services - social media, website, ...
• VP Infrastructure
  This VP will identify and maintain the technology required for the smooth operation of the chapter. This will include the identification, planning, and development of applications. The VP will also identify a roadmap for the integration of all technology and applications.

Director - Analytics
Michael Lawrence, PMP
732 406-8818

Director - Surveys
Anupama Kinatukara, PMP, PgMP
973 477-5923

Past President*
Judy Balaban
908 963-2559

The Past President is the immediate former elected President responsible for overall oversight of the chapter and the board in accordance with chapter policies and bylaws. The President can, from time to time, request the Past President to assist with various projects and help promote chapter activities.

Some guidelines include:

• Assist as requested to provide wisdom on key issues
• Work on at least one project per year
• Assist with liaison to Leadership Development and Excellence Committee and HQ as requested
• Support and enhance the work of other volunteers
• Act as cheerleader and devil's advocate, as needed
• Chair the nominating committee for board of director elections
• Provide guidance for non-board elected VP and Director nominations