The establishment of the Project Management & Transformational Leadership Institute (PMTL Institute) by TEAM 1144 and the University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez (UPR-Mayagüez) is a strategic response to the island's pressing demand for professionals skilled in managing complex projects, especially those tied to Puerto Rico's reconstruction and resilience initiatives. This partnership leverages TEAM 1144's industry expertise and UPR-Mayagüez's academic prowess, particularly in engineering, to create a curriculum that blends leadership skills with practical application.
Nesty Delgado, a UPR-Mayagüez alumnus and founder of TEAM 1144, alongside university officials, signed the agreement, marking a significant milestone in Puerto Rico's educational and professional development landscape. The institute's mission, as highlighted by Alba Norys De Leon of AblaTek, is to offer premier education in project management, transformational leadership, and change management, preparing professionals to lead Puerto Rico's future projects effectively.
With substantial investments pouring into Puerto Rico for infrastructure development, the PMTL Institute's role in cultivating a skilled workforce is more critical than ever. The initiative has garnered support from the Puerto Rican government, with Manuel Cidre, Secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce, endorsing the institute's potential to impact the island's economic future positively.
Under Dr. Roberto Seijo's guidance, the PMTL Institute ensures its programs meet rigorous academic standards while remaining accessible to professionals island-wide. The institute's emphasis on change management and transformational leadership equips graduates to not only manage projects but also drive meaningful change within their organizations and communities, essential for Puerto Rico's ongoing recovery and growth.
The PMTL Institute embodies a strategic investment in Puerto Rico's human capital, aiming to foster resilience, growth, and long-term prosperity. By preparing a new generation of leaders, the institute is set to play a pivotal role in Puerto Rico's reconstruction efforts and its journey toward economic revitalization.
