Meet The Team
The People Behind The Playbook.
The PM Playbook is powered by practitioners, mentors, builders, and creators who bring both expertise and heart to the table. Together, we are shaping a global community where project managers grow into leaders, supported by tools, training, and authentic human connection.
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Our Leadership Team
Our leadership team brings vision, courage, and relentless focus to making project managers stronger leaders. Each of us comes from real-world delivery, carrying both scars and successes, and we are united by the belief that leadership is built through action and shared growth.
Daniel Hemhauser
Founder & CEO
Daniel brings 20 years of global project leadership experience, guiding programs across Fortune 500s, startups, and international teams. Known for redefining project management through a human-centered lens, he built The PM Playbook into the fastest-growing hub for project managers worldwide. His expertise in emotional intelligence, influence, and leadership clarity has helped thousands move from task managers to leaders. Through teaching and mentorship, Daniel has equipped project managers with confidence and clarity to advance careers and lead with impact.
Elizabeth Dworkin
Chief Strategy and Operations Officer
Elizabeth brings 16+ years of project and change leadership experience, delivering programs at Microsoft, Amazon, and Fortune 500s worldwide. Recognized for transforming PMOs and elevating teams from executors to strategists, she has scaled global operations across 15+ countries. Her expertise in visibility, positioning, and leadership influence has helped countless professionals shift from overlooked contributors to recognized leaders. Through coaching and consulting, Elizabeth equips project managers and PMO leaders with the clarity, confidence, and presence to accelerate careers and drive organizational impact.
Justin MacBale
Justin brings 15+ years of program and transformation leadership, specializing in high-stakes initiatives others struggled to deliver. He has led digital transformations and post-merger integrations totaling more than $600M in value, often stepping in when projects were behind schedule and bringing them back on track. Known to clients as βThe Closer,β his expertise spans ERP implementations, enterprise product development, and large-scale operational change. Throughout his career, Justin has delivered results across industries, equipping organizations with the structure, clarity, and execution needed to realize business value and lasting impact.
