Ura Puranda

Ura Puranda, PMP, DASM has extensive work experience in project management and consulting. Ura is currently serving as the Past President and previously as the President of the PMI Chicagoland Chapter. In their previous roles, they worked as a Management Consultant, assisting various organizations with their management needs. Prior to that, they held positions at Allstate Insurance, including IT Portfolio Manager, Project Management Consultant, and Project Management Steward. Ura'swork experience spans from 2003 to the present, with a focus on project management and leadership.

Ura Puranda has a background in program management and computer studies. They attended DePaul University for advanced project management but their specific degree and field of study are not mentioned. Ura also attended Seneca Polytechnic from 1985 to 1989, focusing on computer studies. Additionally, Ura has obtained several certifications, including PMP (Project Management Professional) in 2003, DASM (Disciplined Agile Scrum Master) in 2021, and Chapter Leader in 2022, all from the Project Management Institute. There is also mention of an additional certification in Advanced Project Management from DePaul University, but no specific information regarding its completion.