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Fueled by bold thinking and a deep commitment to social impact, a new generation of leaders is out to build a better world. PMI Future 50 leaders both past and present discuss how young people are changing the world of projects. The episode includes a conversation between Ackeem Ngwenya, co-founder of Reframd in Berlin, and Julissa Mateo Abad, PMP, digital transformation manager at Distribuidora Corripio in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The two discuss social impact, inclusion and other shifts they see on the project landscape. Teen inventor Gitanjali Rao also drops by to discuss her iterative process of innovation, building credibility as a young woman in STEM and her advice on how people can create positive change—no matter their age.  Key themes[01:13] Future 50: Young project leaders making their mark[05:05] Driving change and inclusion[08:13] A new, more collaborative leadership style[16:50] Taking an iterative approach to innovation [18:10] Age versus ability: Proving leaders can make a difference at any age 

From digital twins to 3D printing, cutting-edge tech is disrupting the construction industry. Guests are: Miguel Monteiro, project director, Besix, Dubai: Monteiro discusses how technology is helping improve efficiency and safety on the Uptown Tower project. He also talks about how project leaders can encourage teams to try out new tech and how to measure ROI. Matt Gough, director of innovation, Mace, London: Gough discusses how changing government regulations and COVID-19 accelerated the growth of tech in construction. He also talks about the importance of creating a culture that’s open to technology and innovation.  Key themes[01:16] Increased investment in tech on construction projects[02:24] How tech is improving efficiency on Uptown Tower[05:43] Helping project teams accept, adopt new tech in construction[09:24] Measuring the ROI of tech [12:41] New government regulations accelerate digitization in construction[16:39] Using tech to minimize the need to be on-site[19:09] How to encourage tech innovation on construction teams

On Projectified®’s 100th episode, we hit the fast-forward button to see what The Project Economy might look like over the next decade. One thing is clear: Our changing world demands a new kind of leader. Guests are: Marcelo Tocci, PMP, commercial aviation, program management office and deputy program director, Embraer, São Paulo: Tocci discusses the need for future-focused project leaders to concentrate on innovation and delivering value to society as well as the bottom line. He also talks about adapting to change with hybrid—using the right approach for the right project. Kris Sprague, PMP, PgMP, PfMP, head of clinical project planning and scheduling at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Tarrytown, New York, USA: Sprague discusses the increased demand for project talent, and how he sees remote work, artificial intelligence and automation shifting traditional ways of working. He also shares how he sees next-gen leaders putting a greater focus on a project’s social and environmental impact. Key themes[01:11] High demand for project talent[02:20] Project leaders to be more digital, innovative and outcome-focused[04:12] A changing world of work demands adaptability and agility[10:32] Trends to watch: Remote work, artificial intelligence[18:07] How younger people are changing how projects are led