S3, Ep8: Surviving AI as a Project Manager with Chakita Holmes |

In this episode of 2 L.I.T. Chicks, we’re live in the studio with technical program leader Chakita Holmes, a seasoned project and program manager with over 20 years of experience navigating tech, transformation, and leadership.

Chakita shares her non-traditional journey into tech, how transferable skills opened doors she never planned for, and why project management is one of the most powerful and future-proof skill sets in today’s workforce.

From AI and agile methodologies to leadership, community, and evolving with confidence, this conversation is packed with real talk, practical insight, and inspiration for the next generation of Leaders in Tech.

💡 We talk about:
How transferable skills from communications, education, and the arts translate into tech careers
The evolution of project management from a skill set into a full career path
The role of AI in program management and why human insight still matters
Agile vs. waterfall and what modern organizations are actually using today
Why continuous learning, community involvement, and adaptability are non-negotiable in tech

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Metrics, risk, and the human side of project management
01:00 – Welcome to 2 L.I.T. Chicks & introducing Shaquita R. Holmes
02:00 – Shaquita’s background: Chicago roots and non-traditional path
05:00 – From communications to tech: how project management found her
10:45 – What it really takes to become a project manager today
15:00 – Certifications, experience, and standing out in a high-demand field
18:30 – Agile vs. waterfall and how teams actually work now
22:00 – How AI is being used in real-world program management
27:00 – AI fears, productivity, and the future of PM roles
32:00 – Transferable skills across industries: healthcare, education, nonprofits
36:30 – Community, leadership, and giving back
39:00 – Lightning round + creative side of tech leaders
42:00 – Final thoughts: keep learning, keep growing, stay lit

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