https://atdbuffalo.wildapricot.org/page-1344364 ATD Buffalo Niagara upcoming events ATD Buffalo Niagara Wild Apricot - membership management software and more en Sat, 14 Nov 2026 16:47:51 GMT Sat, 14 Nov 2026 16:47:51 GMT Tue, 17 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT <h1>Working with SMEs: Building Strong Partnerships for Project Success</h1> <h2>Event Summary</h2> <p>Successful projects are built on strong partnerships with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Yet even the most experienced project professionals can encounter challenges when aligning priorities, establishing trust, managing communication, and driving shared outcomes.</p> <p>Join <strong>Brooke McMillan</strong> for an engaging and practical session focused on building productive SME relationships that lead to better project outcomes. Drawing on real-world experience, Brooke will share strategies for strengthening collaboration, overcoming common obstacles, and creating partnerships that support project success from initiation through delivery.</p> <h2>Meet the Speaker</h2> <p><strong>Brooke McMillan</strong></p> <p><strong><img src="https://atdbuffalo.org/resources/Pictures/Designer%20(3).png" alt="" title="" border="7" style="border-color: rgb(0, 91, 142);" width="283.5" height="284"></strong></p> <p><strong>Brooke McMillan</strong> is a seasoned project and business professional with extensive experience partnering with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to deliver successful outcomes. Through practical insights and real-world examples, Brooke helps project professionals develop stronger communication, influence, and relationship-building skills that drive results.</p> <h2>What You'll Learn</h2> <p>✅ Why SME partnerships are critical to project success</p> <p>✅ How to establish mutual respect and trust</p> <p>✅ Creating a communication plan that works</p> <p>✅ Techniques for asking questions that uncover clarity</p> <p>✅ Strategies for gaining alignment when SMEs don't share the vision</p> <p>✅ Practical approaches to conflict resolution and common challenges</p> <p>✅ Tools for fostering long-term collaboration and engagement</p> <h2>Key Takeaways</h2> <p>By the end of this session, participants will be able to:</p> <ul> <li>Build stronger SME relationships</li> <li>Improve collaboration and communication</li> <li>Gain alignment more effectively</li> <li>Navigate project challenges with confidence</li> <li>Apply practical tools to increase project success</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>Don't miss this opportunity to learn from <strong>Brooke McMillan</strong> and gain actionable techniques for creating stronger SME partnerships.</p> <p><strong>Register today and elevate your ability to collaborate, influence, and deliver successful project outcomes.</strong></p> https://atdbuffalo.org/event-6886574 https://atdbuffalo.org/event-6886574 Wed, 02 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT <p>Join us to learn more about your member benefits and meet new members.&nbsp; We will cover updating your profile, member benefits, national and power membership options, upcoming events, volunteer opportunities and the Mentor Now program.</p> <p>This meeting will occur the first Wednesday of each month.</p> https://atdbuffalo.org/event-6507444 https://atdbuffalo.org/event-6507444