Agenda Now Available for the Hybrid In-Person and Virtual World BRMConnect Conference 2021

“BRM is one of the most powerful and impactful capabilities in an organization, yet it remains one of the best-kept secrets in the industry. For those of us who have built and evolved successful BRM programs in the past, it is our obligation to help highlight the benefits of BRM and inspire others to create successful programs that genuinely improve their organizations. I cannot think of a better forum than BRMConnect to do that. The sessions are terrific, the Storytellers are wonderful, and the audience has a thirst for growth. At the last in-person conference, I had the opportunity to deliver a general session in front of 400 people representing everyone from management to BRMs, and you could feel the positive energy in the room. Being a Storyteller at the World BRMConnect Conference is the perfect forum to connect with others and help them bring back something positive to develop and evolve their own programs.”

“My session is on ‘The High-Performing BRM.’ There are many people who fulfill the BRM role today. But, like any other job, there are those who perform at the highest levels and are immensely successful—not only for themselves but for their programs as well. This session will talk about what separates high-performing BRMs from the rest, and what it takes to get there. It will take the audience beyond the foundational aspects of the role into the areas in which BRMs must succeed to become truly indispensable, and review some of the ‘soft’ skills BRMs need to become the proactive, innovative, and strategic forces they are destined to become. This session will empower all BRMs—whether veterans or newcomers—with the awareness of how to make a real impact and become influential members of their organization.”

“Having spoken at many BRMConnect conferences in the past, I am always struck by the attendees’ passion, energy, and inquisitive nature. BRMs are a different breed than most. They see things through so many lenses and get so excited by the possibilities that they have a passion that many others do not. So, I always leave BRMConnect inspired by the future for the BRM capability and enjoy hearing the many stories, ideas, and examples of how others are furthering and executing the role.”

Jeff Warren is the President of Barkley Consulting Group, a management consulting firm that combines real-world experience with thought leadership to bring transformative solutions to organizations. He has more than 15 years of experience building, deploying, and evolving BRM programs. Jeff has been instrumental in building BRM organizations in Fortune 500 companies and helping develop sound BRM strategies and operating models that deliver real value and lasting success for the company.

Eric Bloom is the Executive Director of the IT Management and Leadership Institute, the governing body of the ITMLP and ITMLE leadership certifications, and a leading provider of IT leadership, interpersonal communication, and business skills training. He is also the Founder of OfficeInfluence.com; author of the book Office Influence: Get What You Want from The Mailroom to the Boardroom; and an Amazon bestselling author, speaker, trainer, and executive coach. Eric is a former nationally syndicated columnist, TEDx speaker, and recognized thought leader on the use of influence in the workplace. He is also a Past President of the National Speakers Association New England, a Certified Professional Speaker (CSP), and the author of various other books, including Productivity Driven Success and The CIO’s Guide to Staff Needs, Growth, and Productivity. Prior to his current role, Eric was a senior IT executive at various firms including Fidelity Investments, Monster.com, and Independence Investments.