Thinking Better Together, with Nan Gesche

Nan Gesche brings energy, insight, and humor to help professionals rethink how they collaborate, communicate, and lead. Her session isn’t just about theory — it’s about practicing new ways of thinking and acting that lead to better outcomes in change, conflict, and decision-making.

With over 20 years of corporate and independent experience, Nan knows how to stretch people’s thinking while keeping it real. She’s worked with diverse organizations on change management, resiliency, and conflict resolution — and she’s known for making change feel doable.

Nan’s passion? Helping people play well together. Her engaging style and practical tools make this session a must-attend for anyone looking to lead with more clarity, empathy, and impact.

The Deliberate Disruptor: Why Elite Organizations Institutionalize Skepticism, with Jim Benvie

Jim Benvie transforms historical turning points into modern leadership lessons. With 40+ years managing global, multimillion-dollar projects, he brings a rare blend of critical thinking, structured skepticism, and storytelling that challenges conventional approaches to decision-making.

His session explores how elite organizations institutionalize skepticism to drive excellence — and how leaders can apply historical insights to today’s complex challenges. Jim’s philosophy of “Some assembly required” invites participants to think deeply, not just act quickly.

A seasoned PMI leader and Distinguished Toastmaster, Jim’s presentations consistently earn praise like:

• “Should be on the History Channel”

• “You made me a history lover today!”

If you want a session that’s thought-provoking, practical, and refreshingly different, this one delivers.

Registration closes: 10:45 AM April 14th

PDU Reporting: Complimentary PDU reporting provided to PMI Nashville Members (with an active credential) with live attendance within seven days post program. Please note, PDUs do not universally apply to all credentials. Post program, please confirm the reported PDU is both approved and applied to your specific credential.