2026 Professional PORTFOLIO & Program Leader (PPL) Certification
Residency-Style Leadership Certification
A rigorous, residency-style program for experienced professionals ready to lead at scale.
Scroll
↓
About the Institute
Portfolio & Program Leader (PPL) Certification
Built on 60+ years of expertise, the PPL blends Agile, business acumen, and hands-on learning for real-world leadership impact. After combining more than sixty years of collective business and leadership experience, the team has designed and is proud to present the Professional Portfolio & Program Leader (PPL) Certification—a rigorous, residency-style program created for experienced professionals ready to operate at the next level of leadership.
This certification is purpose-built for PMPs and seasoned project professionals who already possess a strong foundation in project management and are ready to expand into program and portfolio leadership. The curriculum approaches portfolio & program management through both Agile and predictive lenses, reflecting the realities of today’s hybrid organizations. Participants are guided to integrate business acumen, leadership capability, Agile thinking, portfolio and program management discipline into a cohesive, practical skill set.
Residency-Style Learning
Immersive, hands-on program structure for practical leadership development.
Agile & Business Focused
Curriculum blends Agile, business acumen, product management and program leadership.
Real-World Outcomes
Graduates are prepared to lead at program and portfolio levels.
Why Choose PPL?
Hands-On, Outcome-Driven Learning
The PPL program is designed for experienced professionals ready to elevate their leadership impact.
PMI-aligned, globally recognized certification.
Guided by seasoned executive coaches.
Exclusive 2026 cohort for dedicated learning.
Our Core Offerings
Advance your career with our comprehensive leadership certification and expert-led training.
Leadership Certification
Develop the skills and credentials to lead at program and portfolio levels.
Residency-Style Program
Experience immersive, hands-on learning with a focus on real-world outcomes.
Expert Faculty
Learn from accomplished coaches and trainers with global experience.
Meet the Faculty
Guided by experienced coaches dedicated to leadership excellence.
Roy Schilling
Enterprise Coach & Trainer
Phill Akinwale
Leadership Coach & Trainer
About the Coaches & Trainers
ROY SCHILLING
Roy has 30+ years experience across many industries, including Finance, Insurance, Government, Manufacturing and Telecommunications. Over the course of his career, Roy has participated as an individual contributor, Scrum Master, Product Owner, Manager, Leader and now an Enterprise Coach in companies ranging from small startups to multi-national Fortune 50 firms. Roy also has experience in managing International teams and dealing with communication issues, time zones and cultural differences that typically plague these teams.
Over the past 20+ years, Roy has been practicing Agile in large company – heavily regulated environments and has worked closely with PMOs and Change Management groups to help them transition to Agile. His passion is organizational change and has implemented Scrum, Kanban and Lean methodologies to help organizations recognize and address their challenges, not just at the team level, but also for the enterprise. Roy believes that there is no “one size fits all” solution and looks to find the right combination of processes for the situation.
Roy is a skilled mentor, proven developer and an experienced leader with a long history of building lasting trusted relationships.
Specialties: Executive and Organizational Coaching, Lean and Agile Methodologies, Agile Transformation, Mentoring, Scaling Lean/Agile, Software Development, Managing Global Teams, Program and Portfolio Management, CSP-SM, CSP-PO, PMI-ACP. ICP-ATF, ICP-ACC
PHILL AKINWALE
Phill Akinwale is a leadership coach, trainer, and speaker dedicated to developing confident, capable leaders who can operate effectively in complex organizational environments. As a Leadership Coach at the Project Leadership Institute, he focuses on cultivating leadership excellence by guiding professionals to recognize their strengths, sharpen their judgment, and lead with clarity and composure. His coaching approach is grounded in the John Maxwell leadership principles and emphasizes practical application, personal growth, and sustained professional impact.
In addition to his coaching work, Phill is a seasoned Trainer and Speaker with the John Maxwell Team, bringing decades of experience in leadership development, project management, and organizational delivery. Through Praizion Media, he integrates leadership thinking with real-world project and program management expertise, helping individuals and teams align strategy with execution. His work centers on building leaders who can navigate uncertainty, engage stakeholders effectively, and deliver results with confidence, discipline, and strategic insight.
Ready to Elevate Your Leadership?
Join the exclusive 2026 Professional Portfolio & Program Leader (PPL) Certification cohort and transform your career.