PMIHI MI Mentorship Program - Leading Through Change: Adaptive Thinking and Tailoring

PMI Hawaii Chapter New Mentorship Series

In partnership with Mana'olana International

Registration closes May 20, 2026 12 noon

SESSION 3: LEADING THROUGH CHANGE Adaptive Thinking and Tailoring

Date: May 21, 2026 12:00 noon to 1:00PM Hawaii Time

Duration: 1 Ways of Working PDU (1 hour) Please note that this mentorship event is not eligible for batch reporting or a PDU claim code; participants may self‑report PDUs directly in CCRS. Instructions provided:

- Instructions for Mentees and Attendees
- Instructions for Mentors

Summary: Change is constant—yet many leaders apply static approaches to complex, evolving situations. In this one-hour session, you'll learn to diagnose what kind of change you're facing, understand why resistance emerges, and tailor your approach to the specific context, stakeholders, and complexity involved. You'll explore change management fundamentals grounded in organizational psychology, examine real-world change scenarios, and leave with a framework for adaptive leadership that adjusts to circumstances rather than forcing a predetermined approach.

Target Audience: Project Managers, Program Managers, Change Leaders, anyone responsible for leading organizational initiatives

Session Level: Intermediate

SESSION DESCRIPTION

Change is constant—yet many leaders apply static approaches to complex, evolving situations. In this one-hour session, you'll learn to diagnose what kind of change you're facing, understand why resistance emerges, and tailor your approach to the specific context, stakeholders, and complexity involved.

You'll explore change management fundamentals grounded in organizational psychology, examine real-world change scenarios, and leave with a framework for adaptive leadership that adjusts to circumstances rather than forcing a predetermined approach.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this one-hour session, participants will be able to:

- 1. Assess change complexity and diagnose sources of resistance to understand what's really driving concerns
  2. Tailor change strategy based on organizational context, readiness, and stakeholder needs—moving beyond one-size-fits-all approaches
  3. Communicate change effectively and apply adaptive leadership to a current organizational initiative

SESSION OUTLINE (60 minutes)

- - Opening: Why One-Size-Fits-All Change Doesn't Work (4 min)
  - Change Complexity Assessment (12 min)
  - Understanding Resistance (10 min)
  - Tailoring Your Approach (12 min)
  - Communication & Engagement (12 min)
  - Interactive: Diagnose Your Change Scenario (8 min)
  - Closing & Resources (2 min)

SPEAKER: Melia Abreu, EdD, LSSBB, PMP, OCM

Melia Abreu is a strategic facilitator, certified PMP®, and values-based leader with 25+ years of experience across healthcare, education, aviation, and nonprofit sectors. As a Senior Consultant and Instructor with Manaʻolana International, she supports professionals through project management training, cultural transformation, and leadership development. Melia holds certifications in PMP®, Prosci® Change Management, and Lean Six Sigma. Known for her grounded and culturally responsive style, she creates inclusive spaces where people feel seen and supported. Born and raised on Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi Island, Melia integrates Native Hawaiian values into her work, helping others lead with clarity, purpose, and heart.

NOTICE: This session will be recorded for potential showing on Olelo Community Media as part of PMI Hawaii's Specials.

Event Information

Event Date	05-21-2026 3:00 pm
Event End Date	05-21-2026 4:00 pm
Capacity	Unlimited
Registered	0
Individual Price	$5 Members / $10 Non-Members
Location	Virtual Meeting