PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE INSTITUTE - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Management Consultant

Bhavin Mehta is a Management Consultant specializing in Project/Portfolio Management, Enterprise Governance, Compliance, Security and Risk Management. In his 22 years of experience Bhavin has managed many complex projects. He serves as a mentor to many executive decision makers and continues to provide consulting advice and guidance on effective value for investments and enterprise level strategic and tactical program development; ensuring facilitated coordination and an integrated and collaborative approach for all initiatives applying uniform and consistent practices. Bhavin has a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) and a Masters in Engineering (ME) from Widener University in Pennsylvania. His undergraduate education consists of a Bachelors of Commerce, Engineering in Computer Technology and Engineering in Digital Electronics. Bhavin is a Project Management Professional (PMP®). He is also certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT®) and in the Risk of Information Systems Controls (CRISC®). Bhavin has many other technical certifications and likes to stay abreast with technology developments and architecture. He has a unique and entertaining technique in delivering instructional learning and workshops applying real life examples to projects. Bhavin has delivered lectures on topics of Governance, Effective Program and Project Management, General Management and Time and Personal Management. Education and Certifications Master of Business Administration, (MBA), MIS and Finance, (1999) Widener University, USA Master of Engineering, (ME), Computer Engineering, (1999) Widener University, USA Bachelor of Commerce, (BCOM), Business Studies, (1995) University of Mumbai, India Engineering, Digital Electronics, (1991) University of Mumbai, India

Job Titles:

• Founder
• President
• Authorized Training Partner
• Professional Engineer

Dr. Sami Fahmy is accredited as an Authorized training partner (ATP) by PMI. PMI accreditation means that he had completed specialized PMI training from PMI to prepare him to deliver the PMI-provided workshop materials and that he had passed PMI exam on their knowledge of the PMP® exam, the PMI workshop, and his knowledge of alternate project management practices like agile and hybrid approaches. Dr. Sami Fahmy is founder and president of Performance Excellence Institute, a project management consulting and training firm focusing on project management and communication skills training and development. Dr. Fahmy has extensive experience as a professor and instructor, has taught Project Management courses at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), University of Calgary, PMI (Edmonton PMI Chapter). He is retire U of A Adjunct professor, taught several Project Management courses at the University of Alberta for 10 years. Courses include Engineering Project Management, Project Risk Management, and Interpersonal Communication Skills for Project Managers. He also taught Project Construction Management graduate course with the University of Calgary for three years and University of Alberta for one year. Dr. Fahmy research interest covers a wide variety of areas including, project delivery Systems, risk management, quality management, interpersonal communication skills, construction management and contract administration Dr. Fahmy is a Civil Engineer by education and a Project Manager by education and training. Dr. Fahmy is a professional engineer, has more than 40 years of PM practical experience covering a wide range of Project Management and technical areas. He managed hundreds of projects of varying sizes and complexity including traditional delivery design bid build, construction management and design/build projects. Examples of project covered: Post offices, schools, hospitals, nursing stations, RCMP police stations and subdivision, Shooting ranges, houses and apartment blocks, major commercial kitchen renovations, and Aircraft hangers. Dr. Fahmy started his career overseas working with a general contractor/consulting firm for about 7 years. He then joined Public Works and Government Services Canada. He is now retired after 30 years of service with Federal Government. In his long service he dealt with many clients, each with their specific needs and requirements. In the last 7 years of his services with the Government, he was responsible for the training and development program of about 150 PWGSC Project Managers. In his position as a trainer, he provides workshops and group presentations covering a wide variety of project management subjects as well as one-on-one coaching and Mentoring. Dr. Fahmy is a former Global Registered Educational Provider (R.E.P) with the Project Management Institute (PMI). He earned his PMP designation from PMI in 1999. Since then, he has been very active in the delivery of project management training programs including PMP exam preparation workshops. He is now authorized training partner with PMI. Dr. Fahmy earned his Ph.D. Degree from University of Calgary in project management specialization in Design/Build Project Delivery System. Since then, he has been providing project delivery courses and consulting services in various types of Project Delivery Systems. He is presently providing consulting services and guidance to owners, consultants and contractors on several issues such as: development and implementation of project management systems, formation of project management office, training gap analysis, risk management. He is a speaker and recognized expert in the field of project management and project risk management and project communication management. He has written papers, and given many presentations and seminars for professional associations, conferences, and clients on topics. Dr. Fahmy developed a unique interactive approach for delivering his workshops. His depth of practical experience and enthusiasm for teaching makes all his courses and workshops very informative, interesting, and entertaining learning experience for all participants. Professional Experience Adjunct Professor at University of Alberta for 10 years Instructional Assignments include the design and delivery of the following courses: Engineering Project Management, undergraduate course Project Risk Management, graduate course Construction Management, graduate course Interpersonal Communication Skills for Project Managers, graduate course Senior Instructor at University of Calgary for 3 years Instructional Assignments include the design and delivery of the following: Construction project management, graduate course Project management fundamentals, graduate course 6-day PMP exam preparation courses 2-day Design-Build workshops Part time Instructor @ NAIT (Norther Alberta Institute of Technology-continuing education) 3 years Instructional Assignments include the design and delivery of : Project management Quality Management Risk Management Instructor, Online Project Management Course University of Fraser Valley, BC

Job Titles:

• Project Controls Specialist

Ihab is a seasoned Project Controls Specialist based in Edmonton, AB, Canada, with over 16 years of experience in Project Controls, spanning across the Oil & Gas, Mining and Heavy Construction industries. He has a proven both knowledge and hands-on experience in all related project controls and management areas & tasks. His leadership skills and open & clear communications approach ensure a smooth execution for any project or endeavour he is responsible for.

Job Titles:

• Executive Board Member of the Edmonton Chapter of APEGA
• Professional Engineer

Bong is a professional engineer, PMP, LEED AP, with over 25 years of experience in project management and facility & building construction. As a seasoned project manager, Bong has led multiple complex Alberta Infrastructure projects from initiation to completion with values up to $275 million. Bong has experience in many project delivery types - stipulated lump sum contracts, construction management and others. Bong's projects are meticulously managed to ensure client satisfaction and that all expectations are met in scope, budget, schedule, and quality. Bong is a dedicated and passionate project manager with a proven track record of exemplary client service, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.