Professor Vladimir Obradović Unanimously Elected President of IPMA World

Professor Vladimir Obradović Becomes President of IPMA World

On October 6, 2026, Professor Vladimir Obradović was unanimously elected as the President of the International Project Management Association (IPMA World) during a pivotal assembly held in Zadar, Croatia. This election highlights not only Obradović’s previously established credibility as the IPMA Vice President but also his extensive involvement in the organization's international activities and developmental initiatives.

Under the leadership of Obradović, the new management team welcomes Tim Jaques from the United States and Giovanni Pisano from Italy as Vice Presidents, with Professor Mladen Vukomanović of Croatia overseeing the Delegates Council. This new executive team marks the beginning of a transformative phase for IPMA as the organization intends to leverage the expertise of its member associations worldwide.

IPMA aims to boost its international visibility and influence in the project management landscape. A significant focus of its new global development phase seeks to strengthen project management capacity specifically within the private sector. This includes collaborative efforts with governments and public institutions to enhance the planning, management, and execution processes of large-scale infrastructure and development projects.

Professor Obradović has emphasized that two important priorities for the IPMA during this period will be sustainability and artificial intelligence. His commitment to these goals reflects his vision for shaping the future of project management within a global context. He aims to foster a community that supports project management professionals while adapting to the evolving technological landscape.

With an academic background as a professor at the Faculty of Organizational Sciences at the University of Belgrade, Obradović possesses a wealth of academic and professional experience in project and program management. His longstanding involvement with IPMA has equipped him with the insights necessary to lead the organization effectively in this new chapter.

IPMA, as a global federation, consists of over 70 national member associations, including organizations from the United States, Germany, China, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Japan, India, Canada, and Australia. The association's commitment to developing professional standards, competencies, and practices in project, program, and portfolio management is paramount to its mission.

Obradović's election aligns with a broader movement within IPMA to create a more robust framework for project management, catering to both the private sector's needs and integrating public sector collaborations. By prioritizing sustainability and AI, Obradović aims to usher in an era of innovation and efficiency, reflecting contemporary challenges and opportunities in the field.

In conclusion, the unanimous selection of Professor Vladimir Obradović as the President of IPMA World signals a promising advancement for the organization and the global project management community it serves. His leadership is expected to resonate well within industry circles, fostering new partnerships and enhancing the capacity of project professionals worldwide. As the landscape of project management continues to evolve, IPMA stands ready to embrace these changes, firmly under Obradović's guidance.