CMM (IP) + Being Successful in the First 100 Days
Power Skills
Ways of Working
The first 100 days in a new role are critical for establishing credibility, building relationships, and setting a foundation for long-term success. Best practices during this period focus on listening, aligning with organizational priorities, delivering early wins, and creating a strategic roadmap that balances immediate impact with sustainable improvements.
Speakers
Mitch Culbertson
Mitch is an experienced IT and project management professional based in Kansas City. He holds the globally-recognized Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) credential as well as an ITIL certification, blending structured project management discipline with IT service-management best practices. Over his career, Mitch has led diverse projects and initiatives that bridge technology and business needs — delivering value, managing risks, and coordinating teams to meet objectives. As a member of the Kansas City Mid America Chapter of PMI (KC PMI), he is committed to supporting local project-management professionals, sharing best practices, and contributing to the growth of our community. Outside of work, Mitch values family — recently celebrating his daughter’s milestone of getting her first car — reflecting his belief in balancing professional commitment with personal priorities.
Jason Ward
Jason is an experienced IT and strategic leadership professional based in the Kansas City area, with a distinguished background supporting U.S. Army Special Operations. He holds the Project Management Professional (PMP) credential along with multiple Agile and technical certifications, including the PMI-ACP and Certified Scrum Master (CSM), blending operational discipline with technical expertise. Throughout his career, Jason has excelled as a "business to tech translator," driving process efficiencies and delivering critical network modernization in high-stakes environments. He specializes in requirements gathering and capability development, ensuring that technology solutions effectively meet complex operational goals. Outside of work, Jason is a dedicated family man, happily married since 2004 and the proud father of five children. In his free time, he enjoys woodworking, BBQ, and playing or collecting guitars.
