PPF 2023 Agenda
Don’t forget to mark your calendar and set reminders for the sessions you can’t miss!
Introduction to panels and roundtables of PPF
Future of Project Management: A Discussion Among IPMA, PMI, and PMO Global Alliance Leaders
This highly anticipated panel brings together the leaders of the leading project management organizations, representing various methodologies, to share their visions and engage in a dynamic discussion on the emerging trends and future outlook of project management.
Participants will have the unique opportunity to witness a meeting of minds as these influential leaders delve into the exciting possibilities and challenges that lie ahead in the field of project management. Gain valuable insights as they explore the evolving landscape, discuss innovative approaches and provide expert perspectives on the future direction of project management.
– Joop Schefferlie, IPMA President
– Americo Pinto, PMO Global Alliance CEO & Founder
– Lysan Drabon, PMI Regional Managing Director, Europe
IPMA Global Partners Round Table
Moderator: Amin Saidoun, IPMA Executive Director
Discover how IPMA Global Customers play a pivotal role in establishing a common certification scheme
for project, program, and portfolio managers across multiple countries. Join us in exploring the benefits
of this global partnership at the IPMA Global Partners Round Table.
– Presentation by Alstom
– Presentation by Siemens
– Round Table discussion with the C-Suite representatives from IPMA Global Partners
Alstom, Infineon, Naval Group, Thales, Siemens, Siemens Energy, Aihua International Education Technology Group and others
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The Voice of the IPMA Global Customers brochure is available for download here.
More details: https://ipma.world/global-customers/
Workshop: Adaptive Leadership – Thriving in Change Through Collaborative Excellence
Welcome to our workshop, “Adaptive Leadership: Thriving in Change Through Collaborative Excellence.“ In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, effective leadership, team collaboration, and adaptability are invaluable assets.
This is an interactive, fun workshop, and we will all have marshmallows! The workshop is designed to test and challenge your leadership skills, foster collaboration, and inspire creative problem-solving.
Hosts:
Tika Rai, PMP, PhD, IPMA SIG
Mr. Samuli Karjalainen, forestman, IPMA SIG
Panel Discussion – Project Management in Public Sector
Join us at an engaging Panel Discussion on practices of Project Management in the Public Sector. The discussion will explain some of the current challenges, perspectives, and the latest trends in project management within the global public sector.
Moderator:
Prof. Dr. Vladimir Obradović, IPMA VP Administration, Finance & Events
Panelists:
– Angel Pulido Hernandez – General Manager, Port of Seville
– Barend Daniel Peters – Director: Corporate Project Programme and Portfolio Management, City of Cape Town
– Margulan Zhumagali – Chief Consultant and Methodologist of the Government Project Portfolio Management Office, Presidential Administration of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Achieving project management excellence in your projects
Join us for an interactive workshop on “Achieving project management excellence in your projects.”
Unlock the secrets to achieving project excellence and enhancing your project outcomes. Learn how to integrate the IPMA Project Excellence Model into your everyday work.
Whether you’re a seasoned project professional or new to the field, this workshop offers valuable insights into how to improve your project continuously.
Learn how award-winning project teams have implemented excellence principles in their projects, and to apply project excellence in your own projects.
Your host will be Pau Lian Staal-Ong, IPMA Global Awards coordinator.
Limited seats are available. Reserve your spot now by registering here.
Panel Discussion: Project management and ESG
Join us for a panel discussion that brings together eminent personalities at the intersection of Project Management and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards.
Engage with the stewards of change, understand the pivotal role of project management in advancing ESG goals and unravel the strategies to integrate sustainability into project practices.
Moderator: Jose Reyes Gonzalez, @ipmaworld VP
– Cornelius Matthes, Dii Desert Energy
– Ángeles Rodríguez Serrano, GRI Renewable Industries
– Dr. Wolfgang Glitscher, @tu_berlin
Let’s foster the future where project management meets sustainability at every checkpoint.
Are PMOs a Thing of the Past or the Pillar of the Future?
Join this riveting discussion as industry leaders dissect the current role and future trajectory of Project Management Offices (PMOs).
Moderated by Reinhard Wagner, Managing Director at Tiba Group Services GmbH, this panel brings together a powerhouse of experts who stand at the helm of notable organizations, steering them toward success.
Panelists:
– Manuel Jesús Portillo, the mastermind behind the Programme Management Office of the A400M “Atlas” at Airbus
– Adrian Benito Rios, the force directing PMO and Installations at Thales, Spain
– Vladimir Rasovic, the spearhead of Project Excellence & Integrated Resource Management at Siemens Energy, TI EAD EU&AF Operations
Premium networking opportunities during PPF
IMPA Global Awards Gala

Reserve your seat now to secure your place at this prestigious event that combines recognition, elegance, and the magic of Hacienda Azahares.
Join us for a spectacular evening of celebration and recognition at the IPMA Global Awards Gala Dinner, a highlight of the IPMA Global Project Profession Forum. This prestigious event will honor and acknowledge outstanding achievements in project management, as we present the highly anticipated IPMA Awards.
Taking place at the enchanting Hacienda Azahares, one of the most extraordinary ranches and event venues in Andalusia, Spain, the Gala dinner promises to be an unforgettable experience. Set amidst a captivating backdrop of olive trees and magnificent secluded gardens, this Roman-Arabic influenced palatial-style venue provides a truly unique and exclusive setting for the IPMA Awards gala.
During the Gala, we will unveil the winners of the IPMA Awards, recognizing exceptional individuals, teams, and organizations for their remarkable contributions to the field of project management. These distinguished finalists will be presented with their well-deserved trophies, symbolizing their excellence, innovation, and impact within the industry.
Explore the PPF 2023 venues in beautiful Sevilla

Main PPF venue
Eurostar Torre Sevilla Hotel
edificio Torre, Plaza Alcalde Sánchez Monteseirín, 2, 41092 Sevilla (Spain)
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Welcome Cocktail venue
Abades Triana
Calle Betis, 69 / 41010 Sevilla (Spain)
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Dress code: Business formal

IPMA Global Awards Gala Dinner venue
Hacienda Azahares
Carretera A-8076, Sevilla (Spain)
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Dress code: Black Tie