2024 Board Elections

Shana Nichols

President Elect - 2024

Shana Nichols, a University of Texas graduate with 30 years of experience in Strategic Planning, Finance, IT, and Operations, has been a dedicated PMI-Austin member for 7 years and currently serves as Vice President of Membership and Volunteer Management. As a PMP-certified professional, she has significantly increased engagement and growth within the chapter, aligning with PMI-Austin’s mission. As a candidate for President-Elect, her vision includes promoting professionalism, driving membership expansion, and empowering volunteers, with a focus on networking opportunities and innovative strategies to keep PMI-Austin at the forefront of project management. She is excited to contribute further to the chapter's success and community impact.

Winnie Lam

President Elect - 2025  

When I first volunteered as VP of Professional Development, I had yet to learn what to expect from the organization or how much I would gain from participating. However, the experience exceeded my expectations, helping me grow professionally and as a servant leader. Collaborating with my team and learning from chapter mentors has been invaluable. This journey has inspired me to serve as President-Elect, where I can help current members access those same growth opportunities. My focus will be recruitment, member retention, and creating meaningful experiences that ensure everyone feels a sense of self-improvement in each lunch and learn and chapter meeting. I also believe in the power of peer learning and will work to increase networking opportunities, helping members connect and thrive together.

Ed Stockwell

VP of Marketing 

Ed Stockwell is currently serving as interim VP of Marketing and would like to formally seek election for the next term. As a Portfolio Director in the ecommerce space, he partnered closely with Marketing to create strategies, deploy campaigns and measure results. In this PMI role Ed has reduced team meeting times by 50% and implemented aspects of the lean/agile workflow.
His goals for 2025 include updated tooling for the Board Volunteers to more easily track work across teams and providing PMIA members with elevated professional networking opportunities by deploying fun, human based programs with a focus on doubling in-person attendance. His superpower is helping teams find calm amidst chaos. He likes mountain biking, tacos, and long walks on the beach.

Syreeta Bond

VP of Membership and Volunteers 

Hello PMI Austin Members! With a proven track record in project management and a passion for fostering community, I am confident in my ability to contribute meaningfully to your membership engagement efforts. I applied for this role because I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to leverage my communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities to enhance member satisfaction and foster a thriving community. My experience in leading diverse teams, managing complex projects, and delivering exceptional results aligns perfectly with the skills required to cultivate strong member relationships and drive engagement. I look forward to serving you all in this role.

Christopher Gentry

VP of Membership and Volunteers 

My 12 years of PMI membership, including serving as a Programs Officer and a Professional Development Officer on two PMI chapter boards, inspire me for the role of Vice President of Membership. I understand the evolving needs of PMI members, recognizing that their interests and expectations have shifted significantly. I believe my past experience(s) running successful programs and professional development initiatives has equipped me with the right skills to modernize and adapt our offerings as VP of Membership, helping attract and retain members while ensuring the chapter’s long-term sustainability.

Juan Veliz

VP of Membership and Volunteers 

I want to serve as VP of Membership and Volunteers to generate a positive impact by working as a servant leader to the chapter membership, making a tangible contribution to my community. I will focus on the engagement of new members by generating a solid strategy for steady membership growth and enrolling new members from different generations. I aim to focus on the retention of members by understanding the needs of the PMI Austin chapter's membership and addressing them with dedicated plans. I will promote the value and benefits of PMI and chapter membership while developing and maintaining volunteer programs that help gain experience, learn new skills, and sharpen existing ones. Lastly, I aim to build a network of professionals from different sectors and organizations.

Maryna Ienina

VP of Operations

Maryna Ienina has been serving as the interim VP of Operations for the PMI Austin Chapter since April 2024, where she has demonstrated exceptional leadership in strengthening the chapter's operations. Throughout her term, Maryna focused on building a cohesive and dynamic Operations team by promoting key volunteers, including elevating the Technology Services Chair to the Director of Events and Facilities, recognizing the Registration Chair, and collaborating with board members to hire four additional team members. Under her guidance, the newly formed team is now energized and ready to collaborate with the other board members to drive the chapter's strategic goals forward, enhance operational efficiency, and provide outstanding services to the chapter members.

John Pepin

VP of Operations

I am eager to serve as the Vice President of Operations because I am passionate about driving organizational success through effective operations and administration. My demonstrated leadership and commitment to the PMI Austin Chapter, combined with excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills, make me a strong candidate. I excel in public speaking, strategy development, and working under time constraints. With a PMP® certification and experience in event planning, contract management, and budget oversight, I am well-equipped for this role. My ability to recruit, mentor, and coordinate with stakeholders ensures the chapter’s efficiency and impact. I am committed to fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.

Sandeep Mundlapati

VP of Operations

My focus would be on cultivating a culture of collaboration, where insights from diverse teams lead to smarter decision-making and effective solutions. I’m eager to leverage my skills in project management and operations to ensure that PMI continues to be a leader in the industry, adapting to challenges and seizing opportunities for growth. I thrive in environments where I can mentor and inspire teams, helping to cultivate talent and drive collaboration. Ultimately, I am passionate about making meaningful impact, and I see the role at PMI as a perfect alignment of my skills and aspirations with an organization that is at the forefront of shaping the future of project management.