LCI Weekly: January 22, 2026

January 22, 2026

2026 LCI Congress Conference Abstract Submissions Now Open!

Save the Date to Join Your Lean Community in Atlanta this Fall

Save the date and share your story at the 2026 LCI Congress conference in Atlanta, Georgia, from October 12-16! You’re now welcome to submit your presentation proposal to become a speaker for the core program, which takes place October 14 and 15.

Submit Your Presentation Proposal

Deadline: Thursday, March 5

Building on last year’s record-breaking event, this year’s Congress theme is Building the Future Together: Lean at the Crossroads. Join your Lean community to advance the design and construction industry together through Lean ideas and practices that drive real progress.

Mark your calendar to attend, and even better, share your challenges and successes on the Congress stage!

Keep in mind that you can submit a proposal for a presentation, Live Lab, or both. Explore this year’s program tracks and get tips for abstract success.

Questions about the Congress program? Email Joan Piccariello for more information.

Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at this year’s Congress? Email or call Ilene Goldberg at 703.785.9087.

Lean Pulse: Teams Who Learn Together, Thrive Together

Learning together strengthens both performance and trust. When teams pause to reflect, ask better questions, and build shared understanding, innovation and flow improve.

Find inspiration for continuous improvement with practical examples and thought-provoking questions through the Lean Pulse, featured every Wednesday on LCI’s LinkedIn page.

Member Connections

Joe Donarumo Joins Skiles Group as Senior Vice President, Client Development

Joe Donarumo, a previous member of LCI’s Board of Directors, was recently appointed as the Senior Vice President, Client Development with corporate member Skiles Group.

According to Skiles Group’s press release, “Donarumo will lead Skiles Group’s client development strategy, focusing on building long-term partnerships with healthcare facilities, education campuses, and other complex project environments. His work will center on aligning client goals with Skiles Group’s Lean-driven delivery approach—prioritizing clarity, predictability, and trust over transactional pursuits.”