Introduction
Sharon Kreitinger is a project recovery and PMO strategy expert who thrives on transforming failing initiatives into strategic successes. As the Founder & Principal Consultant of AxysPoint Consulting Group, she helps organizations navigate complex project challenges, align strategy with execution, and drive measurable results across industries such as healthcare, finance, construction, pharma, and consumer goods.
With 20+ years of experience, Sharon specializes in project recovery, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment. She ensures organizations rescue struggling projects and build long-term resilience in their portfolios. She has led high-stakes transformations, including reviving a $10M digital project, stabilizing multimillion-dollar M&A integrations, and guiding executive teams through large-scale change. Sharon’s approach is direct, practical, and results-driven, making her a sought-after consultant for organizations that can’t afford to let projects fail. She is deeply engaged in the PMO and project management community, regularly sharing insights on data-driven decision-making, leadership, and strategic execution. In 2025, she joined the South Dakota Chapter of PMI as the Director of the Community of Practice (CoP), helping drive thought leadership and professional development for project managers across the state. Sharon is fueled by connection and the power of good humans. She finds joy in training for her second marathon, biking, hiking, and traveling with her husband, Troy, and their two incredible adult children, Taylor & Brady.
From Chaos to Control: Mastering the Art of Project Recovery and Resilience
Projects go off track for many reasons—scope creep, misalignment, poor communication, or resource constraints. But a struggling project doesn’t have to mean failure. In this session, we’ll dive into the proven strategies that turn troubled projects around, restoring confidence, momentum, and success. You’ll learn how to assess the true health of a project, identify key risks, and implement targeted recovery actions that make an immediate impact. We’ll explore real-world examples of project turnarounds, uncover the common warning signs of failure, and discuss how to reset expectations with leadership and teams. Whether you’re currently managing a project in distress or want to build a proactive toolkit for the future, this session will give you the insights and techniques to lead project recoveries with clarity, precision, and authority.