Why Your Kickoff Meeting Sets the Failure Mode for the Whole Project
October
13
2026
(Tuesday)
Time
10:00 AM PDT | 01:00 PM EDT
Duration: 60 Minutes
22 Days Left To REGISTER
Id: 213475
Duration: 60 Minutes
22 Days Left To REGISTER
Id: 213475
Instructor
Allen Evitts
Allen Evitts
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Overview
Examines the kickoff meeting as the structural moment that sets a project's default behavior, and builds a kickoff design that heads off the most predictable failure patterns.
Why you should Attend
If your project is still struggling with the same ambiguity three months in, look back at kickoff. The failure mode was probably set that day, not last week.
Areas Covered in the Session
- Why a poorly run kickoff is a leading indicator, not a footnote
- The failure modes kickoffs most commonly set in motion
- Designing a kickoff agenda around decisions rather than introductions
- Establishing authority and escalation paths in the room, not after it
- What to do when the sponsor isn't actually present
- A kickoff checklist built to prevent the most common failure patterns
Who Will Benefit
- Project Managers and Program Managers
- Team Leads launching new initiatives
- PMO staff standardizing kickoff practice
- New Project Managers running their first few kickoffs
Speaker Profile
Allen Evitts is a seasoned project management professional with extensive experience in the field. With a career span of over two decades, Allen has successfully led numerous projects across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and construction. Allen's expertise lies in both traditional and Agile project management methodologies, making them a versatile and knowledgeable instructor.
Allen has a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders. Their ability to organize, communicate, and lead teams has earned them recognition as a top project management consultant. Allen's approach to project management is rooted in practical, real-world experience, ensuring that participants in their webinars gain valuable insights and actionable skills.
In addition to their professional experience, Allen is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and holds certifications in Agile methodologies, including Scrum Master, and in Cybersecurity. Allen is also an active member of the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Allen's passion for teaching and mentoring has led them to develop and deliver comprehensive training programs that empower project professionals to excel in their roles. Their engaging and interactive teaching style ensures that participants not only learn the essential skills but also feel confident in applying them to their projects. Join Allen Evitts in the webinar "Organize, Communicate, Lead: Essential Skills for Project Professionals" to enhance your project management skills and lead your projects to success!
In addition to their professional experience, Allen is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and holds certifications in Agile methodologies, including Scrum Master, and in Cybersecurity. Allen is also an active member of the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Allen's passion for teaching and mentoring has led them to develop and deliver comprehensive training programs that empower project professionals to excel in their roles. Their engaging and interactive teaching style ensures that participants not only learn the essential skills but also feel confident in applying them to their projects. Join Allen Evitts in the webinar "Organize, Communicate, Lead: Essential Skills for Project Professionals" to enhance your project management skills and lead your projects to success!
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