The world of project management is evolving rapidly, and a new generation of leaders is at the forefront of this change. PMI's Future 50 highlights outstanding individuals who are reshaping the project landscape with creativity, vision and courage. This year's list offers insights into people who impress not only with their expertise, but also with their commitment to social and technological innovation.

What are the Future 50?

The Future 50 was created by the Project Management Institute to celebrate the diversity and strength of up-and-coming project managers. It recognizes talented individuals around the world who stand out for their transformative projects. This year's selectees are particularly noteworthy as they are excelling not only in established sectors such as IT and construction, but also in areas such as social innovation, sustainability and artificial intelligence.

The list not only represents different industries, but also cultural and geographical diversity. From Asia to Africa, from start-ups to large corporations, the Future 50 show that project management is a global and interdisciplinary profession shaped by people from all backgrounds.

Each person on the list has an inspiring story to tell, be it through leading international teams, implementing disruptive technologies or working towards a more sustainable world.

Why are the Future 50 important?

At a time when agility, digital transformation and sustainability are setting the tone, it is crucial to recognize those who are leading the way. These young leaders are setting the standards for the future of project management. They not only inspire their teams, but also drive innovation that often goes far beyond the original project goals.

The Future 50 also illustrates how the role of project managers has changed. They are no longer just process managers, but also change agents who tackle economic, social and environmental challenges.

Inspiration for the project management community in Germany

For PMI members and the project management community in Germany, the Future 50 offers not only inspiration, but also concrete points of contact. Many of the projects presented are directly related to global trends that are also gaining importance in Europe and Germany. As a member of the PMI community, we can be proud to be part of this global movement. It shows us that our industry thrives not only on experience, but also on innovation and young talent.

With Benedict Pielmeier, Christoph Wlotzek, and Michelle Twardzik three Germans are also among the honorees. We would like to congratulate the three of them and all the others on this fantastic award.

If you would like to get to know this year's Future 50 and find out what they received the awards for, you can find them here on the PMI website: The 2024 Future 50: Leaders to Light the Way