PMI Michiana Business Meeting 2026

Ways of Working

Agenda:

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Dinner + Networking + Professional Headshot Session

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Chapter Updates / Board Communications

6:30 PM - 7:30 Unlocking Focus, Creativity, and Performance with Dr. Rachel Lindvall

Talking Points

We will review the current state of business as reported by board members, assess election opportunities and the availability of board seats, and each board member will present updates and information related to their specific role.

Board Elections — Help shape our future! Positions are open for reelection, and a few seats need candidates.

  • President
  • VP Administration
  • VP Finance
  • VP Outreach

If you have interest in any of these available seats please contact president@pmimichiana.org or membership@pmimichiana.org.

Unlocking Focus, Creativity, and Performance with Dr. Rachel Lindvall

Project management is often described as managing timelines, budgets, and risks, but the real challenge is managing attention, energy, and the constant stream of thoughts competing for both.

In this engaging and interactive session, you'll discover how greater awareness of your thinking can help you work more efficiently, make better decisions, and unlock new levels of creativity. Through practical exercises and real-world applications, you'll learn techniques to strengthen focus, reduce mental clutter, and approach challenges with greater clarity and confidence.

Together, we'll explore simple yet powerful tools that can be applied immediately to improve productivity, collaboration, and overall well-being. You'll leave with actionable strategies to help you stay present in high-pressure situations, enhance your problem-solving abilities, and create more balance in both your professional and personal life.

Expect a hands-on experience, plenty of insights, and practical takeaways you can start using the very next day.

Speaker Bio: Dr. Rachel Lindvall

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Dr. Rachel Lindvall is a recognized leader in the corporate recreation industry and an international speaker specializing in mindset, culture, leadership, and team performance. Holding a doctorate in Health Sciences, she brings decades of experience as a university professor, collegiate coach, and certified mental coach—bridging the worlds of elite athletics and corporate leadership. Rachel has worked with Olympic gold medalists, professional athletes, and Fortune 500 companies, equipping high performers with practical tools to overcome barriers and elevate outcomes. She speaks on a variety of topics including confidence, motivation, grit, resilience, team buy-in, mental skills for peak performance, and team building. Grounded in science and backed by research, Rachel’s approach is both evidence-based and refreshingly fun. She believes that learning should be engaging, and she infuses her sessions with humor, energy, and real-world application—making mental tools not just accessible, but transformational.

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Information

Type of category: Dinner Meetings

Type of activity: Ways of Working

Date: September 8th, 2026

Hour: 5:00PM to 7:30PM

# of PDUs: 1.5

Price

Standard Price: $15.00

Non members and Guests: $20.00

Location

St. Joseph County Library

304 S Main St
South Bend, IN, 46601

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