She didn’t just talk about frameworks or velocity.
She showed how combining the Agile Manifesto with John Maxwell’s High Road Leadership builds more than processes - it builds people.

- Growth mindset isn't just effort - it's neuroplasticity: the ability to learn, adapt, and change under pressure.

- Leadership agility isn’t speed — it’s emotional capacity. The ability to lead through ambiguity without losing trust or direction.

Real transformation begins with valuing people, not controlling them.

“Live by the biggest picture. Value all people. Create space for discomfort - and growth will follow.”

Her story of launching a university PMO without formal funding or mandate — by working with those who were willing — was a masterclass in leading with clarity, service, and trust.

But what stayed with me most — was her presence.
Dr. Dudek leads with clarity, warmth, and deeply rooted principles.

The room was packed wall to wall.
People were sitting on extra chairs by the door just to hear her speak — and they stayed. She gave generously, spoke plainly, and connected deeply.

She’s not just a practitioner — she holds a doctorate in higher education administration, published research on PMOs in universities, and contributed to the PMBOK® Guide – Fourth Edition.

She reminded me that:

The best leaders don’t just deliver outcomes.

"Insightful, provocative, pushing gently one to rethink assumptions about leadership traits and how we interact with others."

"Very interactive and engaging."

"Detailed, engaging, motivational."

Whether presenting about HOPE Tools to Overcome Adversity to Small and Medium Business Leaders, Tipping Point Leadership to Project Managers, or introducing her Leadership Agility framework, Dr. Arden's feedback surveys consistently report that her insights and delivery are valuable to her audiences.