The Youngest PgMP Rahul Chenna's Journey in Program Management
From The Everyday PM: Project Management Principles for Your Everyday Life by Ann Campea
January 28, 2026 · 24 min · Season 6 · Episode 88
About this episode
This episode features an interview with Rahul Chenna, the youngest PgMP certification holder, discussing his journey and insights into program management.
Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Rahul Chenna , the youngest person in history to obtain the PgMP (Program Management Professional) certification . This groundbreaking achievement showcases his exceptional dedication to the field. In this episode, we explore: Rahul's historic achievement as the youngest PgMP certification holder and what it took to reach this milestone His unique transition from computer science and engineering management to program management excellence How his Master's in Engineering Management shaped his innovative approach to process optimization The significant milestone he achieved in October 2025 marked a pivotal moment in his career His active leadership within the Project Management Institute (PMI) and passionate commitment to giving back through pro bono projects What the future holds for this record-breaking professional who balances technical mastery with meaningful community impact Perfect for: Project managers, engineering professionals, PMI members, certification candidates, and anyone inspired by stories of exceptional achievement and professional development in program management. Connect with Rahul
People in this episode
Host: Ann Campea
Guest: Rahul Chenna
Topics covered
- program management
- PgMP certification
- career development
- engineering management
- leadership
- community impact
Keywords
- PgMP
- program management
- Rahul Chenna
- engineering management
- Project Management Institute
- career milestones
- process optimization
- leadership
- community service
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Project Management Institute
Books & works: PgMP (Program Management Professional)
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