There is a growing gap between the demand for skilled project management professionals and the available talent to fill roles globally. By 2027, employers will need 87.7 million individuals in project management roles but there will be a shortage of qualified talent. This talent gap could result in a potential loss of $207.9 billion in GDP for 11 countries analyzed through 2027. Factors like increased demand, attrition as professionals retire, and more project-oriented jobs are contributing to the widening talent gap if more professionals do not enter the field.