Asya Watkins is a beacon of leadership in diversity and inclusion in the project management profession. At the start of her project management career, she realized that she was often the only woman and Black person. She longed for a safe space to navigate her career and could not find it, so- she created it! 

As the founder of the Women of Project Management, Asya has established the only global community dedicated to helping Black women and women of color navigate their project management career! She was recently featured in a Forbes article “Championing Diversity: Asya Watkins' Leadership In Project Management”.

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In a world where representation matters, Asya’s vision is one of success and resilience through creating a community where Black women can share knowledge, express challenges, triumphs and feel accepted. Through the Women of Project Management membership, you can find over 60 courses, a network of women from all walks of life and career levels, career opportunities and more! 

Asya really took it to new levels when she organized the first annual Women of Project Management conference. An in-person event where members and non-members meet in person and spend a day learning from industry leaders and participating in workshops. The tickets for the upcoming 2-day conference will go on sale February 1st and take place in New Orleans, LA July 2-3.

As we anticipate the upcoming conference, understand that this is not just an event, but an entire experience and celebration of diversity and empowerment. The attendees from the 1st and 2nd year raved about the value they received and are already planning to show up and show out this year on July 2nd and 3rd. And trust me when I tell you, each year gets better and better. Asya has curated the space, speakers and overall vibe to provide the most impactful experience.  

Asya’s vision has not only provided a platform to Black women for networking and professional growth, she goes above and beyond to make meaningful partnerships. Her hard work garnered recognition from the Project Management Institute (PMI), which further amplifies the voices of the WOPM community. 

Basically, Asya is a trailblazer who has transformed challenges into amazing opportunities for her peers. The success of this community is a testament to her vision that transcends gender and race. 

By, Airess Rembert, PMP, Member of Women Of Project Management & Blogger at The Nerd Bae

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