PMI Alaska November Speaker Dinner – Building Across Diversity: Turning Lived Differences into Strengths
Friday, November 20, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Petroleum Club of Anchorage
Join PMI Alaska Chapter for our monthly Speaker Dinner & Networking Event at the Petroleum Club of Anchorage for an evening of professional connections, learning, and community engagement.
This November, we are excited to welcome Jasmin Smith, entrepreneur, business leader, and community advocate, who will present Building Across Diversity: Turning Lived Differences into Strengths.
Every individual brings unique experiences, perspectives, and cultural influences to the workplace. But what happens when we move beyond acknowledging our differences and begin recognizing them as strengths?
Drawing on her experience in entrepreneurship, community leadership, and economic empowerment, Jasmin will explore how embracing diverse perspectives can strengthen leadership, improve collaboration, inspire innovation, and create more inclusive environments.
Key Takeaways:
- Recognize how diverse perspectives and lived experiences strengthen leadership and teamwork.
- Explore how embracing differences fosters creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.
- Identify practical ways to build inclusive teams and leverage diversity as a strength in project management and organizational success.
Speaker Bio - Jasmin Smith
Jasmin Smith is an accomplished Alaska entrepreneur, business leader, and community advocate dedicated to economic empowerment and creating opportunities for underrepresented communities.
She is the founder of Baby Vend and The Business Boutique, and co-founder of Umoja Coworking and Incubator, a business development space focused on cultural empowerment and entrepreneurship. Through her work, Jasmin has coached more than 650 entrepreneurs nationwide and helped establish the Alaska Black Business Directory to promote Black-owned businesses across the state.
Recognized for her contributions to entrepreneurship and community development, Jasmin serves as President of the Alaska Black Chamber of Commerce and Vice President of the NAACP Alaska, Oregon, and Washington State Area Conference. She has also held leadership roles with the Mountain View Community Council. Her work reflects a commitment to strengthening communities, supporting emerging leaders, and expanding economic opportunities.
This event welcomes both experienced project professionals and those new to the field, providing opportunities to network, exchange ideas, and connect with Alaska's project management community.
Bonus: Networking, dinner, drinks, and a door raffle are included with registration.
PDUs: 1 PDU
Event Agenda
6:00–6:30 PM – Networking and Dinner
6:30–6:40 PM – Monthly Chapter Update
6:40–7:40 PM – Building Across Diversity: Turning Lived Differences into Strengths, presented by Jasmin Smith
7:40–8:00 PM – Q&A, Door Raffle, Closing Remarks, and Adjournment
