From Projects to Power Plays
PMChella was born from a single truth: leadership shouldn’t cost you your peace.
Founded by Tai G. Cochran, CEO of HER PM and creator of the Mindful Leader Series, this experience blends project management mastery with mindfulness, strategy, and culture. It’s where boundaries meet breakthroughs and where professionals come to lead, heal, and grow.
PMChella is where leadership becomes lived, not just learned.
- Tai G. Cochran
A Festival of Leadership, Wellness, and Connection
Across three unforgettable days, PMChella offers a full agenda of workshops, panels, mixers, and mindful activations. Each moment is designed to bridge career, culture, and consciousness.
Day 1
VIP Kick-off Experience
Highlights
Golf, Wine & Nine and VIP Welcome Reception
Day 2
PMChella Festival
Highlights
Dynamic. Transformational. A full festival experience designed to elevate how you lead, influence, and show up in 2026.
The Future of Leadership Looks Like All of Us
PMChella was designed for every leader redefining what power means. From aspiring PMs to public executives, this is where networks form and impact multiplies.
Mid-Career PMs & Tech Leaders
Upskilling, AI, and strategic pivots
Public Sector Executives
HR transformation, people-first policy
Small Business & GovCon Firms
Growth, partnerships, and diversity in contracting
Aspiring PMs
Mentorship, career mapping, and hiring showcases
Community & Civic Leaders
Connection, collaboration, and local impact
The 2026 Speaker Lineup
A curated roster of industry experts, public-sector visionaries, and change-makers who bring real-world insight, bold perspectives, and festival-level energy to PMChella.
Tameka Neely-Dudley
Technology Leader | City of Atlanta
Cyndi Manuel
Founder & CEO, The Delta Principle | Organizational Change Leader
Dr. Kim McNair
Visionary Leader | C-Suite Executive | Advocate for Women & Girls
Shameka Jones
Business Management Analyst | PMP® | Co-Founder, Champagne Problems
Patrina King
Founder, GWMB Solutions |
Leadership Strategist
Cameal Harris
CEO, Change Activate |
Organizational Change Leader
Kim Bright
CEO, Starborn Media | Global Brand & Media Strategist
Martin Raxton
Strategic Portfolio & Governance Executive
Wendy Harris
Digital Transformation Executive
Dr. Nancy Lewis
Motivational Speaker | Executive Coach | Author
Panels That Spark Real Change
Hear from innovators across government, business, and tech — all exploring how project management drives transformation, equity, and legacy.
Beyond Project Management
Keynote redefining modern leadership
The Executive Edge
Why sponsorship accelerates impact
PM Across Industries
Building bridges from IT to construction to real estate
Mindful: Why Calm Is the New Power Move
Guided by HER PM × KIMYB Wellness
Your Reset Space
Between sessions, visit the Mindful Leader Lounge, an interactive oasis powered by KIMYB Wellness featuring meditation pods, guided affirmations, and reflection stations.
Because the best leaders know when to pause.
Leadership Meets Leisure
Our signature closing event, Wine & Nine, transforms the traditional golf outing into a luxe networking experience.
Nine holes, fine wine, and conversations that build relationships beyond the boardroom.
Perfect for executives, sponsors, and community leaders looking to mix business with bliss.
