AI is no longer the future; it’s already transforming how organizations operate. In this PMO Club podcast episode, Deloitte Central Europe CIO Alpár Nemes shares why leaders need to approach AI as a mindset shift, not just a technology rollout. Learn practical steps to align AI with business goals while managing risks and building a culture of innovation.
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Generations, challenges, technology: Project management at the intersection of change
Is project management just a reactive role, or should it be a conscious, strategic leadership path? As AI and generational shifts reshape our workplaces, project managers need to evolve into strategic thinkers, technological interpreters, and human-centered leaders. Explore how specialization, emotional intelligence, and the right use of AI are redefining the future of this profession.
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PMO Klub Podcast I. episode
Transformational Projects
The first episode of the PMO Club Podcast has arrived!
In today’s world, effective project management is impossible without professional project management skills, which are crucial for staying competitive. The PMO Club Podcast was created to support every project manager and leader who wants to develop their skills, regardless of the project type. In our discussions, we will cover the challenges and processes of project management, portfolio management, and project office management, all in an informal format with the most prepared professionals.
We talked about transformational projects with Balázs Federi, Project Portfolio Manager. 🎙
You can listen the 1st episode on these platforms in Hungarian
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In the coming days, we will also release a blog post about the episode! 😊
Stay tuned… ✨
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Engineering Precision, Leadership Courage – PMO: The Birth of a New Structure
In this episode we discover how Dóra Béres established a Project Management Office (PMO) from the ground up at a major Hungarian energy company. Entering an organization with little project culture, limited resource planning, and fragmented reporting, she introduced a strategic, phased approach focused on building trust, delivering quick wins, and gradually shaping a transparent, supportive project environment. Backed by executive leadership but met with internal skepticism, Dóra’s success lay in clear communication, tailored systems, and a long-term vision for governance and cultural transformation. Her journey offers a practical and inspiring blueprint for PMO leaders everywhere.
You can listen to the episode in Hungarian here:
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PMO Klub Podcast II. episodeThe importance of project portfolio management (PPM) with business-added value is increasingly recognized by companies, leading to its growing adoption in our country. In fact, we believe that PPM is essential for the success of any company. We aim to substantiate this with the latest episode of our PMO Club Podcast, where we spoke with Dániel Molnár, portfolio manager consultant at MVM Group, about the significance, operation, and application areas of project portfolio management. Here, we summarize the most important lessons for you!
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Artificial Intelligence in the Service of the PMOThis episode of the PMO Club explores how AI is reshaping project management and PMO operations, from reducing administrative workload to supporting strategic decision-making. The discussion clarifies key AI types—from LLMs to agentic systems—and highlights where organisations can gain real efficiency. It also outlines the evolving role of the PMO as both an AI adopter and organisational knowledge hub. The episode offers practical guidance for integrating AI safely, effectively and with measurable business impact.
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PMO Klub Podcast III. episode
Emotional Intelligence in Project Management | Gábor Lipi, Consultant and Trainer at Profexec
In this episode, we explore how to create appropriate emotional environments within organizations to ensure the successful completion of projects. We’ll discuss personality types, opportunities for developing emotional intelligence, agility, motivation, selection, stress management, and conflict resolution.
The program is hosted by Zoltán Sándor, Managing Partner at Profexec Services. Zoltán has decades of experience in project, portfolio, and project office management. In this episode, he discusses the human and emotional aspects of project management with Gábor Lipi, an accredited trainer by PMI at Profexec. Over the past 18 years, Gábor has assisted nearly 2500 project management professionals through training sessions and organizational development consultations, complemented by 25 years of market experience in project management.
Key topics include:
- What is EQ?
- Why is EQ important in the context of project management?
- How can EQ be rationalized? What characterizes someone with high EQ – are they more empathetic than others?
- What are the elements of EQ?
- Personality types – how should they relate to each other?
- Where do personality differences manifest? What are some practical examples and cases?
- How does EQ impact Project Management, team dynamics, and project success?
- What is the correlation between EQ, stress management, agility, project execution, and team composition?
- How can EQ be developed at individual, team, and project team levels?
- Recommendations for PMs, PMOs, and organizations regarding EQ development.
Stay and learn with us in current and future episodes of the PMO Club Podcast!
The episode is available on the following platforms in Hungarian:
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Selection of the Project Manager – One of the Most Expensive Decisions We Tend to Underestimate
Is the choice between an internal or external project manager really an HR decision? In transformation-driven organizations, projects have become the primary vehicles of strategic change – making the role of the project manager a leadership concern. This episode explores why success depends less on methodology and more on sponsorship, change management, and conscious PM sourcing decisions. It offers a strategic perspective for PMOs navigating complex, high-impact initiatives.
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PMO Klub Podcast IV. episodeThe Unique Triple Bank Merger Project Experiences | Patrícia Seprődi, Managing Director of MBH Bank
In this episode, we analyze the development of the MBH bank merger. We discuss the strategic planning required for the project, its goals, and the expected outcomes. Additionally, we delve into the lessons a project manager can learn from successfully carrying out such a merger.
The show is hosted by Zoltán Sándor, Managing Partner at Profexec Services. Zoli has several decades of experience in project, portfolio, and project office management. In this episode, they discuss Hungary’s largest merger in history with Patrícia Seprődi, the Managing Director of MBH Bank. She is also the head of the Integration Management Office and the Center of Excellence, thus following the unique triple bank merger process closely and proactively from start to finish.
Main Topics:
- What is this merger?
- Project milestones
- Aligning cultures
- Risk management
- Human factors
- Celebrating successes/milestones
- Managing burnout
- Not fearing unexpected situations
The episode is available on the following platforms in Hungarian:
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PMO Klub Podcast V. episodeHow to Train Yourself as a Project Manager? – The IPMA and PMI Certification Systems
Given the current growth trends, approximately 16 million more project managers will be needed internationally by 2030. The importance of this role cannot be overstated, as quality project management is essential for maintaining production levels in any factory or plant. Project management is a multifaceted profession, and there can be significant differences between project managers. This necessitates a well-established certification system to distinguish various levels of expertise.
A good project manager should inherently have strong organizational and analytical skills. Nowadays, social competencies are even more crucial than in the past. Of course, certification is not everything, as the right attitude is also indispensable. One can be adept at overseeing and managing a system without formal certification. However, the certifications obtained from PMI and IPMA have several positive aspects that can be beneficial.
In the latest episode of the PMO Club podcast, we took a very detailed look at two such certification systems. The guests on the show were András Vikár, Operations Director at SAP Hungary, and András Luczay, Head of the Training Division at Profexec Services.
The episode is available on the following platforms in Hungarian:
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