More than 280 people endorse the professionalism of Ricardo Vargas in project delivery, business agility, and crisis management consulting and training services.
Project Managers
“Ricardo Vargas is a great strategic leader. Along with polished professionalism, quality and depth of character and high intelligence, Ricardo’s passion for project management, leadership and strategic thinking principles move people individually and in groups to new levels of understanding. Truly, Ricardo has done much to advance the project management profession throughout the world.”
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“... Knowing and working with Ricardo before, during and since he was the Chair of the PMI Board of Directors has been an honor that I have and expect to continue to learn from for years to come.”
“Ricardo Vargas is undoubtedly one of the most significant references in Project Management in Brazil and worldwide. Dedicated professional and a great entrepreneur, he has exceptional knowledge and amazing contribution to the PM communities.”
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“... I had the pleasure of interacting with Ricardo on some occasions, including a trip to the PMI EMEA Congress in Malta and I can say he is a professional open, accessible and that always inspires and motivates us. I strongly recommend him.”
Regional Director Of Business Development - Supria
“I have known Ricardo Viana Vargas since 1996, he is very intelligent, energized and enthusiastic, trying to succeed in a subject called "Project Management". At that time, some people talked a lot about the topic, some of them said they used project management, but the vast majority (including me) did not have a clear idea about the subject.”
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“... Ricardo, in a brilliant self-made career as a project manager, professor, speaker and business consultant, has built a world-class brand and associating his name with the project management discipline. Nowadays, project management professionals from all over the world and anyone who takes project management seriously, know the name of this friendly, talented, strongly committed to advancing business results, including large global companies. He is incontestably an effective reference for this subject. For me, besides that, he's still the same simple guy I met years ago. I am very proud to see how a man, overcoming himself and from an early start, can build a new path for him and all of us. Thank you, Ricardo. Thank you, old friend. and go ahead!…"”
“Ricardo Vargas is a worldwide reference in Project Management. His books and articles are always referred by my MBA students at the Getulio Vargas Foundation (Fundação Getulio Vargas- FGV), as a practical guide for the application of principals of The PMBok (PMI).”
“Ricardo Vargas' 5 Minutes PM Podcast is a great initiative. It features various topics related to project management, as well as news of important events taking place around the world. Anyone who holds a PMP credential must listen to their podcasts in order to maintain their continuous learning in project management!”
Building Infrastructure Coordinator - LATAM Santander
“Ricardo is one of the references that I have in project management. Besides being a professional with great experience and technical knowledge he is characterized by a personal generosity unmatched when it comes to helping people, regardless of how close they are.”
“Ricardo Viana Vargas is a professional who has a profound involvement in the category of Project Managers, as he has vast knowledge in the sector and shares it with all colleagues in the profession, the result of which is the Success he has !!!”
Senior Project Manager, Program Manager, PMO Director
“Ricardo Viana Vargas is a professional who has a deep involvement with the category of Project Managers, as he has a vast knowledge in the sector and shares it with all colleagues, the result is the success he has. I really like the books he writes, his articles and videos. He as a project manager is an example to be followed. It would be an honor for me to someday work with him on the same project.”
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“... I am studying this area for 10 years, and got him as an excellent professional. I recommend him.”
“The online PMRank experience was incredible! Dynamic, focused, and very productive course. Excellent opportunity to listen to Ricardo's teachings !!! It was a different Saturday !!! PMRAnk online is very much approved !!!!”
“Many Thanks, Ricardo Vargas! Excellent Video with very clear explanations with graphical illustrations. Thanks for giving the essence of the underlying principles of PMBOK 7th and also explaining how the 7th edition is NOT replacing or contradicting previous standards/principles. I really liked your key message that whatever may be your method, delivering value is the key.”
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“... It is also great to see that PMI has put lots of effort to make the 7th edition appealing and befitting for the emerging PM trends/methods across the globe.”
Sairam Kuppusamy
PMBOK 7th Edition - Youtube
“Ricardo Viana Vargas is a brilliant author, advocate, and pioneer in project economics. He was the first Latin American to be elected Chairman of the Project Management Institute.”
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He leads many global and strategic initiatives, such as to Brightline Initiative between The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and Project Management Institute
Mr. Vargas is well known and was recognized internationally for his contributions in the field of project management as he is the recipient of the PMI Distinguished Contribution Award (DIST) and PMI Product of the Year Award in 2005, Brazilian Project Management Personality of the Decade.
Microsoft rewarded Vargas for Most Valuable Professional for his work with the Microsoft Project.
He participated in the Global Project Management Forum (GPMF), one of the largest events in the world of project management organized by PMI KSA. His contributions were phenomenal in terms of reach and impact on the prestigious audience.
Mr. Vargas spares no effort to support the profession of project management and its professionals while he volunteers his valuable time to elevate the knowledge and share it with all.
Despite his wealth of knowledge and celebrity status in the field, he remains humble, supportive, and willing always to help in efforts to build a better future
I value Mr. Vargas as a friend, colleague and I’m truly inspired by the impact he made throughout his career
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“Ricardo is a leader with a heart for others. I had the pleasure of working with him in preparation for the strategic project leader podcast on how project management fuels the global project economy.”
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Ricardo was not only prepared to share the topic, on the day of the podcast but he went above and beyond by creating and sharing a strategic plan to demonstrate the “project lifestyle.” What makes Ricardo an excellent leader is that his action matches his words.
I highly recommend Ricardo as he is well-versed in not only project management but also a systems thinking approach that brings other elements of the business to ensure organizations achieve success.”
