PMI Poland Chapter Gdańsk Branch

What PMI Poland Chapter Gdańsk Branch does

PMI Poland Chapter Gdańsk Branch is a regional unit of Stowarzyszenie PMI Poland Chapter, a Polish non-profit professional association (stowarzyszenie) affiliated with the global Project Management Institute (PMI). The organization serves project management practitioners across Poland through individual membership, certification pathway support (PMP, CAPM, and other PMI credentials), continuing education, and member-led events. The Gdańsk Branch is one of 16+ regional branches operating across Polish cities including Warsaw, Wrocław, Kraków, Łódź, Poznań, Szczecin, Silesia, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, Lubuskie, Białystok, and Podkarpacie. Headquarters are registered in Warsaw (ul. Domaniewska 47/10, NIP 525-227-89-73).

The chapter's core offerings include PMI membership benefits, the annual International Congress (21st edition scheduled for November 19–20, 2026 in Warsaw), Strefa PMI magazine (53rd edition published June 2026), the Polish-language PMBOK Guide, a PMP Study Group, a structured mentorship program, and specialized communities including Women in Project Management (WiPM), Young Professionals, Disciplined Agile, Transformation Team, and Public Administration Team. Digital infrastructure spans multiple sub-domains (pmi.org.pl, strefapmi.pl, pmbok.pmi.org.pl, disciplinedagile.pmi.org.pl, mentoring.pmi.org.pl, transformationteam.pmi.org.pl), with event ticketing handled via Ticket Butler. The chapter is governed by an elected Board of Directors on two-year terms, with Tomasz Grochowski elected President in June 2020 for the 2020–2022 term.

Revenue is generated through a mix of recurring PMI membership dues, ticketed events and workshops (e.g., 35 PLN non-member tickets, 59–79 PLN masterclass tiers, 20 EUR PMP Study Group for non-members), freemium study group access, PMBOK publication sales, and corporate sponsorship tiers (Hadrone Platinum, Inprogress Gold, plus Casus Iuris, Taxxo, and Whitecom). Operations are volunteer-driven, with 1–10 paid staff and an elected board. The Gdańsk Branch contributes local event programming including NTPM (New Trends in Project Management) conferences and seminars. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

PMI Poland Chapter Gdańsk Branch

Legal name

Stowarzyszenie PMI Poland Chapter

Website

https://pmi.org.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

PMI Poland Chapter Gdańsk Branch is a regional unit of the Polish chapter of the global Project Management Institute, serving project management professionals in Gdańsk and northern Poland through certification support, events, mentoring, and community programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Management Services (8741)

akta.pro primary industry

Program & Project Management (PMO) Consulting (BPAHACAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Association & Society Conference Management (Nonprofit, Professional Bodies) (THAHACAA)

Keywords

• Project management certification
• Professional association
• Project management training
• Professional development networking
• Volunteer community

Headquarters

HQ city

Gdańsk, Gdańsk

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual PMI membership fees. Members receive access to the closed pmi.org member portal with publications and materials, discounts on PMI PC and global PMI events, PMBOK guide access, and participation in local chapters and SIGs.
2. Event Tickets and Workshops: Revenue from ticketed events including seminars, workshops, masterclasses, and the annual International Congress. Events such as the Virtual Team Management Masterclass and the Wrocław seminars are explicitly listed as paid (billetowany). PDU credits are offered for participation.
3. PMP Study Group Fees: PMP Study Group program is free for PMI members but costs 20 EUR for non-members for the full course, providing a conversion incentive for membership.
4. PMBOK Publication Sales: Sale of PMBOK guides including the Polish edition of PMBOK 7th edition. The chapter handles sales of the Polish language PMBOK ([email protected]).
5. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship tiers including Platinum Sponsor (Hadrone), Gold Sponsor (Inprogress), and partner-level sponsors (Casus Iuris, Taxxo, Whitecom). Sponsors support the organization and its events in exchange for brand visibility and association.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

PMI Poland Chapter Gdańsk Branch is a non-profit professional association providing membership, PMI certifications (PMP, CAPM), professional development events, seminars, workshops, mentorship programs, and publications for project management practitioners in Poland. The Gdańsk Branch (Oddział Gdańsk) serves as a regional delivery point for local seminars, NTPM conferences, and community engagement within the national chapter's 16+ branch network.

Product overview

PMI Poland Chapter is the Polish branch of the Project Management Institute, a professional association promoting good project management practices. The organization offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and services including professional membership, PMI certifications (PMP and others), international congresses, publications (Strefa PMI magazine), PMBOK guide in Polish, study groups (PMP Study Group), mentoring programs, specialized initiatives (Women in Project Management, Young Professionals, Transformation Team, Disciplined Agile), seminars and workshops, and international Chapter XChange events. The organization operates through multiple local branches across Poland including Gdańsk.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PMI Poland Chapter Membership Annual membership in the Polish branch of the Project Management Institute, providing members access to the closed pmi.org member portal with publications and materials, discounts on PMI PC events and global PMI events, PMBOK guide access, and participation in local chapters and Special Interest Groups.
• PMI Certifications (PMP, CAPM, and others) Series of globally recognized PMI certifications validating project manager competencies, including PMP (Project Management Professional) and CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management), with rigorous certification procedures and ongoing PDU requirements for maintenance.
• International Congress PMI Poland Chapter Annual international conference for project managers in Poland featuring expert presentations, sessions in Polish and English, and networking opportunities. The 21st edition is scheduled for November 19-20, 2026 in Warsaw.
• Strefa PMI Magazine PMI magazine/publication covering project management topics, leadership, communication, psychological safety, mentoring, collaboration and responsibility. 53rd edition published in July 2026 with the theme 'the human side of projects.'
• PMBOK Guide (Polish Edition) Polish language edition of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) guide, the globally recognized standard for project management practice.
• PMP Study Group Online study group program helping members prepare for PMP certification exam through structured review sessions, webinars, and peer learning groups. Free for PMI members, 20 EUR for non-members for the full course.
• Mentoring Program (Program Mentoringowy) Structured mentorship matching program (Program Mentoringowy) connecting experienced project managers with mentees for professional development and knowledge transfer.
• Disciplined Agile Community Initiative focused on agile project management methodologies, promoting Disciplined Agile practices in Poland through events, workshops, online courses (Basics of Disciplined Agile and higher), and the Disciplined Agile community.
• Regional Seminars and Workshops Regular paid seminars and workshops organized by regional branches across Poland covering various project management topics including AI in PM, communication skills, risk management, hybrid teams, agile methodologies, and change management.
• PMI Chapter XChange Events International collaborative virtual events with 20-25 PMI chapters worldwide covering topics such as AI in project management, emotional intelligence, cybersecurity, supply chain, diversity, sustainability, and hybrid work. Each event awards 1.5 PDUs.
• Virtual Team Management Masterclass Ticketed masterclass workshop on managing remote and hybrid teams, reducing communication chaos, building trust, and increasing employee autonomy.
• Women in Project Management (WiPM) Special Interest Group initiative supporting women in project management through events, networking, and community building activities.
• Transformation Team Initiative driving organizational change and transformation practices within the PMI Poland Chapter ecosystem through events, workshops, and resources.
• Young Professionals PMI PC Program for young and early-career professionals starting their careers in project management, providing early career development, certification guidance, mentorship access, and student pricing.
• Go NGO! Initiative Community outreach program supporting non-governmental organizations with project management expertise, governance support, and capacity building through dedicated events and resources.

Quantifiable outcome

• PMP-certified professionals earn on average 23% more than non-certified peers (per PMI annual salary survey)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• IREB exploRE ConferenceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2024PMI PC was a partner of the IREB exploRE Conference (April 2024), a conference focused on requirements engineering, expanding PMI PC's reach into adjacent professional development domains.
• Project Management Forum (Puls Biznesu)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2023PMI Poland Chapter was an official partner of the VIII Project Management Forum organized by Puls Biznesu (April 2023, Warsaw). The organization provided a 15% discount code (PMI_15) for members and had representation at the conference through branch directors. The PMF is a major industry conference for project management professionals in Poland.
• Agile Corporate Conference / MINDSTREAM TrainingsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2022PMI PC and the Disciplined Agile team were official partners of the Agile Corporate international conference (September 27, 2022, Warsaw). PMI PC volunteer Martyna Czajka presented on 'Choose your WoW with Disciplined Agile'. PMI PC maintained a booth with the Disciplined Agile community team.
• HadronecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2022Hadrone, a leading Polish producer of project portfolio management software (Hadrone PPM), joined as Platinum Sponsor of PMI Poland Chapter. The partnership includes sponsorship of the Strefa PMI magazine, the 2022 International Congress (where Hadrone PPM was used to manage the congress project), and ongoing brand visibility. Hadrone PPM integrates with MS Teams, JIRA, ERP, Workflow, and BI systems.
• InprogresscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2022Inprogress Sp. z o.o., a leading Polish training company with 15 years of experience and 40,000+ trained professionals, became Sponsor and Content Partner for PMI PC Warsaw Branch for 2022. Ranked top in Computerworld's training provider ranking, Inprogress offers accredited training in project management (PRINCE2, AgilePM, PMP), software engineering, tools (JIRA, Microsoft365), and organizational architecture. As Content Partner, Inprogress supports Warsaw branch's strategic activities to promote project management best practices.
• ISACA Warsaw ChapterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2021ISACA Warsaw Chapter, part of a global association with 160,000+ members focused on IT audit, governance, and control, began a cooperation with PMI Poland Chapter in December 2021. The partnership focuses on knowledge sharing, networking, and professional development at the intersection of IT governance and project management. ISACA issues certifications including CISA, CISM, and CSX.
• VI Project Management Forum (Puls Biznesu)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 September 2021PMI Poland Chapter was Media Partner of the VI Project Management Forum organized by Puls Biznesu. The forum brought together project management practitioners to discuss various methodologies and approaches, with PMI PC providing a 15% discount for members.
• IT Manager of Tomorrow (ITMT21) ConferenceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 May 2021PMI Poland Chapter was official Media Partner of the IT Manager of Tomorrow conference (June 2021), a three-day event with speakers from Spotify, Revolut, Netflix, Amazon, Google, and others. PMI PC volunteer Anna Girdziejewska participated in a panel on agile planning. Discount code ITMT21_PMI30 was provided to members.
• Go NGO! Initiative PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2021PMI PC's NGO initiative (Go NGO!) collaborates with Kancelaria Casus Iuris as Content Partner and engages volunteers from across the organization to help NGOs apply project management practices. The initiative has organized events on topics like running virtual AGM for NGOs.
• Casus IuriscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2020Kancelaria Prawna Casus Iuris, a law firm with 25 years of experience serving Polish and international businesses, has an ongoing partnership with PMI Poland Chapter. Casus Iuris helped PMI PC implement GDPR compliance and provides ongoing legal support. The firm specializes in investment processes, real estate, administrative law, corporate law, civil law, labor law, public procurement, and EU financing. Casus Iuris also serves as Content Partner for the NGO initiative (Go NGO! events).

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves18 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Scrum Alliance: Global non-profit membership organization for Agile practitioners offering ScrumMaster and other agile certifications. Competes with PMI in the project management certification market, particularly for Agile-oriented professionals in Poland's growing tech sector.
• IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis): Global professional association for business analysts offering CBAP certification, with chapter-based structure similar to PMI. Adjacent peer serving a closely related professional discipline (business analysis) with overlapping membership demographics of project-oriented professionals.
• ISACA Poland (Warsaw Chapter): ISACA's Warsaw chapter actually partnered with PMI Poland Chapter in 2021 for knowledge sharing at the intersection of IT governance and project management. Similar non-profit professional association model serving IT audit, governance, and control professionals with comparable event and certification structures.

Direct peers

• IPMA (International Project Management Association): Global project management certification body that competes directly with PMI, with particularly strong penetration in Europe including Poland. Offers ICB-based certifications that compete with PMP, making IPMA a direct competitor in the same professional membership and certification space.
• PMI Netherlands Chapter: PMI's Dutch chapter operates with similar volunteer-driven governance, regional activities, and certification support programs. A directly comparable peer in another Western European market with a mature project management professional community.
• PMI Italy Chapter: PMI's Italian chapter operates with similar volunteer structure, regional chapters, and PMP certification support programs. Direct comparison for another Southern European professional project management association with comparable scale and event program.
• PMI France Chapter: PMI's French chapter operates a similar volunteer-based model with regional branches, annual events, and PMP certification pathways. Comparable peer in terms of structure, regional organization, and target audience of certified and aspiring project managers.
• PMI UK Chapter: The UK national chapter of PMI operates with the same volunteer-driven membership association model, regional branches, PMP certification support, and annual events as PMI Poland Chapter. Most directly comparable peer in terms of structure, scale, and member services in a mature European market.
• PMI Germany Chapter: PMI's German chapter operates as a non-profit membership association with regional branches, certification programs, and a flagship annual congress. Directly comparable peer in a larger Central European market with similar volunteer-driven structure and project management professional community focus.
• PMI Sweden Chapter: PMI's Swedish chapter operates the same volunteer-driven model with regional branches, annual events, and certification support. Comparable peer in a smaller but mature Northern European market with similar project management professional community characteristics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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