As globalization continues to gain speed and strength, the ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to leadership is no longer sufficient to effectively engage an increasingly diverse, multicultural, and international array of project stakeholders. More than ever before, the capacity to lead innovation and transformation through harnessing the power of cultural diversity is becoming an increasingly important skill for individuals at all levels of the organization and especially at project and program leadership level. Drawing from the growing body of research in cognitive, social, and cultural neuroscience, the presentation will introduce a framework for understanding how culture shapes the brain and the core cultural dimensions that drive thoughts, emotions, and behavior in cross-cultural collaboration. The aim of the presentation is to move participants beyond the simple dos and don’ts of cultural awareness to a more sophisticated understanding of cultural differences and the key role that project and program managers play in fostering neurodiversity as a key enabler of innovation and competitive growth. Learning Outcomes:     Acquire a better understanding of how culture shapes the brain and how that affects our perceptions and communication Gain practical tips, techniques, and strategies for overcoming a variety of common challenges of engaging across cultures  Learn to adapt your communication and leadership styles to the needs and demands of crosscultural environments Speaker(s): Samad Aidane, Location: Room: 1919 Bldg: 99 Microsoft campus Redmond, Washington 98052

Co-sponsored by: PMI Discussing leadership issues related to multi culture communication. Speaker(s): Samad Aidane, Location: Room: 1919 Bldg: 99 Microsoft Redmond, Washington

IEEE Seattle Section Excom meeting Location: Redmond, Washington

We will be covering surge protective devices, how they work and how they should be applied.   Surges – Causes & Effects (Facility Damage - Cost of surge) Why we need more Surge protection (Cascading Protection) & How to educate end users. Industry Standards & Recommended Practices (When surge is required by code & Surge recommendations) Specifying SPDs & Application guidelines (Why spec language matters & Practical applications when & where to use surge) Next Generation SPD Monitoring (PQ Monitoring w/surge protection)   James England is the Western Regional Product Specialist for ASCO Power Technologies Surge Division. James’s primary function is to help educate engineers, contractors, and end users on the importance of the correct application of surge protection devices in the modern commercial/industrial electrical system.  James began his career as a power plant operator in the Navy. After completing his Navy service, James began working on NASA’s space shuttle program as an Aerospace Repair & Test Technician. During his 8 years with NASA James earned multiple awards for process & testing development while also completing his B.S. in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Following the termination of NASA’s human space flight program in 2011 he transitioned to Thomas & Betts (ABB) where he spent 6 years as an Applications Engineer working in the utility distribution market. When he isn’t working James enjoys reading the Emerald Book (IEEE 1100), and highly recommends it for those sleepless nights. Education & Experience Bachelors of Science Aeronautics - Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University IEEE Member since 2018 (2 yrs) ASCO Power Technologies - Regional Product Specialist (Surge Protection Division) (6 yrs) Thomas & Betts (ABB) Outside Applications & Sales Engineer - Utility Market (Distribution Products) (8 yrs) NASA (United Space Alliance) Human Space Flight Program - Aerospace Technician / Process Development Engineer United States Navy Vertern - Aircraft Carrier Power Plant Oporations Location: Bldg: Brown & Caldwell 701 Pike St Suite 1200 Seattle, Washington 98101

March/April 2019 ExCom Officers meeting. Location: Seattle, Washington