Get ready to experience project management through a unique lens of the mysterious and mystical Louisiana swamps! Just like a daring expedition into the unknown, project management often feels like wading through waist-deep mud, encountering unexpected obstacles at every turn. But fear not! By integrating the timeless structure of the Hero's Journey and the project management knowledge domains, we'll uncover how to emerge victorious from the depths of the swamp, armed with the tools to conquer any project-related challenge that lurks in the shadows. So, grab your virtual mosquito repellent and prepare to go on an unconventional and uproarious expedition! Together, we'll discover that with a dash of humor, a sprinkle of storytelling, and a whole lot of project management prowess, we can emerge from the swamp unscathed and ready to conquer any challenge that slithers our way!
Speakers
Tanya Boyd
Chief Creative Officer, Inspire Creative Consulting
Tanya Boyd is a project manager with over 20 years of experience, known for her passion for creativity, innovation, and ability to get things done with a dash of humor. Her career spans a variety of industries, including disaster recovery, mortgage origination, and government roles at the Department of Revenue and the Department of Health.
She has held multiple roles, including Chief Communications Officer for a best-selling author on emotional intelligence, Project Manager at a software development consulting firm, IT Project Manager in healthcare, and PM Administrator at an automation engineering company.
Tanya is highly skilled in corporate communications, relationship building, and negotiation. She earned her PMP® in 2014 and her PMI-ACP® in 2020, which sharpened her expertise in both traditional and agile project management.
She has been an active board member of the Baton Rouge PMI Chapter since 2017 and proudly served as its President from 2022 to 2023.
Tanya runs Inspire Creative Consulting, where she helps teams boost innovation and productivity through out-of-the-box thinking. She has also recently joined Corbeau Tech as an educational instructor for Project Success Academy.
In 2024, she has delivered over 15 presentations, including:
• Tales from the SWAMP: Navigating the Murky Waters of Project Management
• Thriving Beyond Fear: Navigating Workplace Challenges
• Delta Dawn: AI Use Cases from the Bayou
• Using Tuckman’s Model to Effectively Navigate Team Dynamics
Tanya thrives on finding creative solutions to complex challenges, whether it’s through exploring generative AI or mastering the intricacies of project management. She believes humor and storytelling are the perfect ingredients for making meetings both engaging and productive. Her diverse background has taught her that curiosity and communication are key to unlocking unique solutions, and she embraces joy and growth in everything she does.
