Generating Value With LCI Congress: What's in it for Me and My Organization?
The LCI Congress conference registration opens soon, and it’s time to make your plans for the industry event where Lean comes to life! Learn more about the phenomenal return on investment for attendees of the 2026 LCI Congress, October 12-16, in Arlington, Georgia.
Registration opens June 18 with the lowest available rates.
Attendees and organizations gain valuable connections, actionable learning, and more.
At LCI Congress, the Lean community connects and shares openly to strengthen the way we all work. Attendees get direct access to changemakers driving the industry forward while contributing to the conversation—and gain Lean tools and takeaways to drive progress at their organizations.
Join us this year to expand your Lean expertise, gain key insights, and build vital connections that bring immediate value to you, your team, your projects, and your organization.
“This event is more than a gathering—it’s a catalyst for collaboration, learning, and innovation. I look forward to connecting with peers who share a passion for Lean and working together to drive meaningful change.” — Matt Bleakley, Vice President, The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company, and 2026 LCI Congress Co-Chair
ROI: Powerful Networking
LCI Congress provides unbeatable networking opportunities that directly contribute to your organization’s success. Many attendees share that the magic and momentum of Congress connections happen in the hallways between sessions, but there’s also dynamic networking time built in, spanning receptions, meals, Exhibit Hall breaks, the LCI Congress Golf Tournament, and more.
Make sure you’re there to:
- Connect with industry partners who can help you work more efficiently
- Meet potential clients to drive your business goals forward
- Network with Lean thought leaders to inspire new ways of working
- Get fresh perspectives and bring back renewed clarity and energy to your organization
- Gain a mentor or mentee to continue generating Lean progress together
“What excites me most is bringing people together across roles and perspectives to learn, connect, have some fun, and move our industry forward. Lean is ultimately about people—how we lead, how we learn, and how we build trust—and I’m energized to help create a 2026 LCI Congress experience that is practical, human, impactful, and memorable.” — Elizabeth Taylor, Vice President – National Lean Director, JE Dunn Construction, and 2026 LCI Congress Co-Chair
ROI: Actionable Education
Whether you’re an experienced Lean practitioner or just starting your Lean journey, the LCI Congress program features sessions that will resonate with your needs and interests. You’ll gain key Lean concepts, tactics, and inspiration to influence your work, no matter your level of Lean.
Attend LCI Congress to:
- Access top Lean education—and the chance to earn continuing education credits—all in one place
- Hear the good, the bad, and the ugly during real-world, meaningful case studies
- Gain applicable new skills and the latest Lean innovations in sessions geared towards partners across the industry
- Extend your learning after Congress by revisiting your top sessions and catching up on ones you missed with attendee-only concurrent sessions recordings
- Bring back key Lean learning and practical takeaway to your colleagues, extended project team, and organization
“I go to Congress for a few reasons: meeting like-minded people in the industry who are problem-solving in different ways, growing the Lean community, and sharing knowledge within the community, so that how we deliver and design projects keeps getting better.” — Neelanjana Sen, Principal (Healthcare) IPD, Stantec
ROI: Experiential Learning
LCI Congress lets you take what you learn and put it into practice with experiential learning built in throughout the meeting. Learn by doing and bring those new experiences back to your projects and organization for a top ROI win.
Join us for:
- Live Labs that feature hands-on activities, interactive learning, and simulations to further your Lean expertise
- Learning Day deep-dive sessions (October 13) on influential Lean topics, including Last Planner System®, Target Value Delivery, and more
- Gemba Day (October 16) showcasing Lean in action—stay tuned for details on this year’s exciting Gemba Day tours!
“Learning Day is built for every stage of the Lean journey. Lean Learners can build a strong foundation through Introduction to Lean Project Delivery and Introduction to Last Planner System®, while Practitioners and Advanced Practitioners can deepen their application through courses like Advancing Set-Based Design for the Lean Practitioner and Building Trusting Teams with Rich Diviney. The goal is not simply to attend a workshop. It is to leave with shared language, practical methods, and next steps that help teams plan, collaborate, and deliver work more reliably.” — Tammy McConaughy, Senior Director, Education & Engagement, Lean Construction Institute
2026 LCI Congress registration opens soon!
We can’t wait to see you in Atlanta, Georgia! Stay tuned for the Congress registration opening announcement!
Need to make the case for the 2026 LCI Congress?
Use our customizable employer request template to highlight the benefits of attending LCI Congress.
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the 2026 LCI Congress?
Explore sponsor and exhibitor opportunities. Contact Ilene Goldberg, igoldberg@leanconstruction.org or (703) 785-9087, for more information.
Questions about the 2026 LCI Congress program?
Contact Joan Piccariello with any questions about the Congress program.