Board Members
President
Kendra Peterson
Kendra Peterson-Ha, PMP, is a Program Manager at Equus Workforce Solutions, where she administers Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant programs that support individuals in achieving their education, employment, and career goals. As an early-career project management professional, she brings a collaborative, people-centered approach to managing projects and improving organizational processes. With a background in event planning, organizational performance, and workforce development, Kendra enjoys identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance team effectiveness, and build practical solutions that create lasting value. She holds a Master of Science in Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning, and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) as of 2024.
President Elect
Benjamin Williams
I am a PMP-certified project manager with strengths in operational strategy, project execution, and cross-functional leadership. My healthcare background includes revenue cycle management, workflow optimization, and culture transformation. I bring strong communication, adaptability, financial oversight, and servant-leadership skills developed through my clinical and community leadership roles.
My volunteer experience includes local service with Genesis World Missions, Idaho Foodbank, and the Idaho Youth Ranch. I served as VP of Membership and Volunteer Coordinator for PMIWIC (2019–2022), strengthening engagement and volunteer systems. I also served in the Peace Corps in Fiji, leading health education initiatives. I am proud to be an Eagle Scout.
Past President
Tami Manevitch
Tami has been a PMI member and PMP certified since 2021. With many years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, automotive manufacturing and software development, she’s had project management experience in a wide range of organizations and applications. Leading up to project management, she’s worked in Quality Systems, Quality Assurance, Engineering & Reliability, Document Control and Vendor Management.
She previously served as PMIWIC's Volunteer Coordinator and VP of Membership. When she’s not at work, you can find her spending time with her husband, two adult children and a granddaughter exploring and learning about Idaho.
Tami holds a BS in Microelectronic Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology and an Executive Masters of Organization Development from Bowling Green State University (Ohio).
Tami is in her first year of a three-year term on the executive team. She moved into her new position as President Elect, effective July 1, 2024.
Vice President, Communications
Nicholas Fisk
Nick is a seasoned product and project management leader with extensive experience guiding large-scale technology initiatives, including Salesforce transformations, AI-driven sales tools, and Agile adoption programs. As a certified Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASSM), Nicholas is passionate about helping teams align strategy, collaboration, and execution to deliver meaningful results.
Nick joined PMIWIC to stay connected with a community of professionals who value continuous learning, practical leadership, and giving back to the project management field.
As VP of Communications, he aims to strengthen the chapter's engagement with its members, highlight the accomplishments of the community, and modernize the way information is shared. He believes that clear, authentic communication is key to building trust, celebrating success, and keeping members inspired and informed.
Vice President, Technology
Dana Bowlin
Dana has been involved with PMI since 2006 and has been a chapter member in multiple locations around the United States, most recently the Columbia River Basin Chapter.
Dana has over 20 years of experience in high-tech organizations focused on software engineering, product, project, program, and people management. She has led Engineering and Product teams that have built software for the Solar Industry, Live Streaming Media and Events for WarnerBros Discovery, Public Cloud Products for Centurylink, Software to support Operations for Pacific National Laboratory, and Large-scale construction projects.
She is passionate about creating innovative and scalable solutions that leverage the latest technologies and best practices in the industry. She has a strong background in Agile project management and how to tailor it for both start-ups and large enterprises.
She and her family recently moved to Boise in 2023 and are excited to be part of the growing community. Her husband, three kids, two dogs, and a bunny all live in the area and enjoy hiking, paddleboarding, and camping.
As Vice President of Technology, Dana looks forward to giving back to the community and the Chapter. PMI has given her a lifelong pursuit and career that she loves to share with others.
Vice President, Finance
Katrina Oksten
Katrina Oksten is an Assistant Project Manager at Keller Associates, an engineering consulting firm, where she supports transportation and infrastructure projects that serve growing local communities. In her role, Katrina brings strong financial and organizational discipline from construction project management, including budgeting, forecasting, earned value tracking, contracts, invoicing, and coordination with accounting teams.
Born in Ukraine, Katrina came to the United States as a refugee in 2009. Starting over in a new country shaped her resilience, curiosity, and determination to keep learning and growing. She holds a Master of Arts in English Language and Literature from a National University in Ukraine and an Associate of Arts in Business from the College of Southern Idaho. In 2025, she earned her Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and continues to pursue professional development in leadership, communication, and construction management.
Earlier in her career, Katrina served as Treasurer for the SHRM Snake River Chapter, supporting financial oversight for a nonprofit organization. She remains active in the professional community by mentoring students through ACE Mentor Idaho, serving as a Special Award Judge for the Future City Competition with PMI Western Idaho, and contributing to regional innovation initiatives through the Corporate Innovation Track at Trailhead’s Business Entrepreneur Week.
Katrina values transparency, responsible stewardship, and collaboration. She approaches opportunities with curiosity and believes strong organizations are built by people willing to step forward, contribute, and help move the mission.
Vice President, Professional Development
Steven Kersh
A long time Technical Project Manager for information systems, system implementation, database management and operational projects. Have broad experience with quality control, system configurations, requirement gathering and stakeholder communications. Very adept with hardware and software solutions, and a variety of project management software. Time spent in the military helped to frame my project management experience on more technical projects.
Vice President, Programs
Rachel Bertler
Rachel Bertler brings experience in program strategy and operational execution across both professional and nonprofit settings. In her professional role, she leads a cross-functional portfolio of more than 100 initiatives per year, with expertise in program design, governance, planning, and risk management.
She also actively supports community and volunteer initiatives. Rachel serves on the planning committee for competitive dog sport events, coordinating logistics, volunteer staffing, compliance, and day-of execution with judges and volunteers. She is also involved in synagogue leadership, serving on the Membership Engagement and Lifelong Learning committees, where she helps lead programming and community engagement.
Through both her professional work and volunteer leadership, Rachel focuses on building strong systems that enable teams and communities to plan effectively and deliver meaningful results.
Vice President, Membership
Daniel Youmans
Daniel Youmans has been a practicing project manager since 2003 and a member of the Western Idaho Chapter since 2023. He currently serves as an executive volunteer leading the chapter’s Mentorship Program. In this role, he helps connect experienced professionals with emerging project managers, fostering professional growth and strengthening the chapter’s network of practitioners.
Daniel is an Adjunct Faculty member for the Project Management program at Boise State University, where he teaches the next generation of project leaders. His professional background spans more than two decades of managing complex programs and projects.
Prior to joining Boise State, Daniel spent 22 years in the United States Air Force supporting the B-2 bomber program. He led and supported projects of varying scope and scale, including weapons-system integrations, communications initiatives, and aircraft modernization and sustainment efforts. Through this work, he developed deep expertise in managing complex technical projects, aligning stakeholders, and delivering results in high-accountability environments. Daniel later worked as a PM with the Bureau of Reclamation, where he managed projects related to water infrastructure and resource management.
Beyond his professional and PMI involvement, Daniel is dedicated to community service. He has volunteered his project management skills to organize charitable initiatives that collect and distribute gifts for underprivileged youth, helping ensure that families in need receive support during the holiday season. His approach to service reflects the same principles he applies in his professional work: thoughtful planning, coordination of volunteers, and a focus on meaningful outcomes.
Daniel also contributes to the cultural and civic life of the Treasure Valley. Drawing on his academic background in history, he serves the City of Meridian on its Historical Preservation Commission’s Youth Engagement Subcommittee. In this role, he works to connect younger generations with Meridian’s historical heritage and encourage community engagement in preservation efforts.
His academic background includes a Master of Arts in History from Arizona State University and a Bachelor of Arts in History. In addition to the PMP certification, Daniel also maintains several professional credentials and specialized certifications through the Project Management Institute. These include Organizational Transformation: Foundation; Built Environment Performance and Materials Management Pro; Built Environment Technology and Innovation Pro; and Built Environment Project Communication Pro. Daniel also has extensive training in Lean/Six Sigma processes and principles.
