Project Management Conferences and Events in the US and Canada 2024
Project management conferences are a fantastic way to meet new people and improve your skills. I always come away feeling energized about where I am in my career and relieved having met people with similar problems to me.
With the global pandemic, all of these live events have looked very different over the past couple of years.
Most conferences are back for 2024, but some have gone completely virtual, opening up attendance to people who may not be able to travel.
We’ve updated our annual post to reflect what we know is going on right now and into the far future.
If you are looking to attend a project management conference in 2024, chances are there is something happening near you that will be fun and meet your professional goals.
Do you know of an upcoming event to add to the list? Please fill out this form.
January to March 2024
21st American Pharma & Biotech PPM Conference: Philadelphia, PA, USA, 7-8 February 2024
This is the east coast global Project, Program, and Portfolio Management Summit with a focus on Biopharma Portfolio Strategies. This year’s conference is in person over 2 days, planning 30 speakers across 28 case studies of the latest innovations.
Project Summit Business Analyst World: Toronto, Canada, 25-28 March 2024
The Project Summit Business Analyst World is one of the biggest North American conferences for PMs and BAs. These are a series of summits held in different North American cities and each of the conferences includes hands-on workshops, educational sessions and the ability to earn PDUs and CDUs.
The Toronto, Ontario Summit is the first of the year to kick things off.
April to June 2024
Rocky Mountain Symposium: Denver, Colorado, USA, 5 April 2024
The PMI Mile HI Chapter is still working on details for their yearly symposium. We will update as details are released.
Project Management Symposium: College Park, MD, USA, 18-19 April 2024
This two-day event is hosted by the University of Maryland’s Project Management Center of Excellence. The Project Management Symposium gathers Project Management Professionals from all over the United States and across the globe to discuss trending topics, best practices, case studies, and academic research. There are in-person, virtual and hybrid options.
12th IPMA Research Conference: College Park, Maryland, USA, 19-21 April 2024
The theme for the IPMA research conference is Project Management in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. This will be staged around thematic workshops and round tables, targeting innovations, networking, and building trust in the science and project management community.
The host is the International Project Management Association (IPMA) which is a Federation of 72 Member Associations (MAs) worldwide.
Project Summit Business Analyst World: Orlando, USA, 22-24 April 2024
The ProjectSummit Business Analyst World is one of the biggest North American conferences for PMs and BAs. These are a series of summits held in different North American cities and each of the conferences includes hands-on workshops, educational sessions and the ability to earn PDUs and CDUs.
The Orlando, Florida Summit is the second of the year.
Project Summit Business Analyst World: Washington, USA, 6-8 May 2024
The ProjectSummit Business Analyst World is one of the biggest North American conferences for PMs and BAs. These are a series of summits held in different North American cities and each of the conferences includes hands-on workshops, educational sessions and the ability to earn PDUs and CDUs.
The Washington, DC Summit is the 3rd of the year.
Agile and Beyond: Detroit, MI, USA, 14-15 May 2024
The Agile and Beyond conference is back again, and it will be in person at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. This two-day conference, starting with a keynote each day, will have sessions focused on Agility, Software Engineering, and Lean Business.
Global Scrum Gathering: New Orleans, USA, 19-22 May 2024
Attend this global conference headed by leaders in
Portfolio Conference: San Francisco, USA, 4-6 June 2024
Interested in a project and portfolio management conference? This year’s conference will have key takeaways that include demonstrating and increasing value of the PMO, medical device quality and resource management for PPMs, stakeholder management, and other important topics.
Change Management Global Connect: Virtual, 11-13 June 2024
The Association of
Project Management in Practice: Boston, USA, 14-15 June 2024
Project Management in Practice is once again being held in person at Boston University. Earn up to 12 PDUs and get up to speed on the latest topics in project management.
July to September 2024
Agile 2024: Dallas, Texas, USA, 22-26 July 2024
Save the date for the Agile Alliance’s annual conference. Learn about latest practices, ideas and strategies and connect with other project managers. It will be held at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas.
PMI Global Summit, Los Angeles, 18-21 September 2024
PMI’s largest event of the calendar is moving to LA this year. Honestly, if you can only go to one event, and you’re not bothered about it being an
PMI definitely know how to wow with their events and this will be an amazing gathering of thought leaders. Worth checking out if you can make it (preferably if your company is funding travel, accommodation and the entrance ticket!).
October to December 2024
Digital PM Summit: Austin, USA, 14-15 October 2024
The DPM Summit from Bureau of Digital is a really popular event for digital project managers to attend.
It is back to being held in-person this year and will bring together project management professionals for workshops, interactive sessions, lightning talks, and breakout sessions. They are celebrating their 12th year this year!
23rd American Pharma & Biotech PPM Conference: Boston, USA, 16-18 October 2024
This is the third American edition of the Project, Program, and Portfolio Management Summit with a focus on Biopharma Portfolio Strategies. This year’s conference is in person over three days, planning 30 speakers across 28 case studies of the latest innovations.
Arizona Project Management Summit: Tempe, Arizona, USA, 18-19 October 2024
This hybrid conference will take place at Arizona State University and online. The sessions will be virtual on the first day and in person at the Arizona State University Memorial Union on the second day.
Project Summit Business Analyst World: Boston, USA, 21-24 October 2024
The ProjectSummit Business Analyst World is one of the biggest North American conferences for PMs and BAs. These are a series of summits held in different North American cities and each of the conferences includes hands-on workshops, educational sessions and the ability to earn PDUs and CDUs. The Boston, MA Summit will be held at the Marriott Burlington Hotel.
Project Summit Business Analyst World: Vancouver, Canada, 4-7 November 2024
The ProjectSummit Business Analyst World is one of the biggest North American conferences for PMs and BAs. These are a series of summits held in different North American cities and each of the conferences includes hands-on workshops, educational sessions, and the ability to earn PDUs and CDUs.
The Vancouver, BC Summit is being held at the Pinnacle Hotel Habourfront.
Project Summit Business Analyst World: Chicago, USA, 2-4 December 2024
The ProjectSummit Business Analyst World is one of the biggest North American conferences for PMs and BAs. These are a series of summits held in different North American cities and each of the conferences includes hands-on workshops, educational sessions and the ability to earn PDUs and CDUs.
The Chicago, IL Summit is being held at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare.
Past events
Check out the replays and event write-ups online for these past events. Many of the organizers will also be advertising their next dates now, so have a think about which ones you want to put on your calendar for next year.
October to December 2023
The PMO Leader Global Conference: Virtual, 18 October 2023
The PMO Leader Global Conference will be held on three different regional schedules, APAC, EMEA, and the Americas, with participants able to attend the sessions that work for them and their interests.
This conference is free to attend. Network and learn with other PMO leaders around the world.
