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04
Tue
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Donuts in DFW! An LCI Lean Coffee
Dallas/Fort Worth Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
8 Wastes of Lean
Nashville Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Donuts in DFW! An LCI Lean Coffee
Dallas/Fort Worth Community of Practice
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  Parking is available on-site. Light refreshments will be provided.
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
8 Wastes of Lean
Nashville Community of Practice
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  Parking available on surface lots adjacent to building. Light snacks available.  
05
Wed
03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Lean Construction Owners Panel Discussion - FOX VALLEY
Wisconsin Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Lean Construction Owners Panel Discussion - FOX VALLEY
Wisconsin Community of Practice
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  Speakers: Kyle Alvarez, Advocate Aurora John Hogerty, Bergstrom Automotive Troy Beyer, Galloway Company Alan Gasvoda, Milwaukee Tool Doors will open at 3:30 pm Presentation is from 4:00 to 5:00 Don’t forget to bring a friend or co-worker! Capacity is limited for this free event!  Please preregister. Light refreshments will be served. Park in the visitor lot and enter through the front doors.
06
Thu
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
NEW: Aligning Project Success with Conditions of Satisfaction
Webinar
01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Introduction to Lean Project Delivery
Los Angeles & Orange County Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
NEW: Aligning Project Success with Conditions of Satisfaction
Webinar
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  Registration for this webinar will close 30 minutes before the webinar starts and you will receive an email with the webinar registration link immediately after registering. If you register the day of, you will receive your confirmation directly before the start of the webinar. Please use the registration link email to add this webinar to your calendar. If you are not able to attend the webinar due to time zone or scheduling misunderstandings, no refunds are given – there are no exceptions! **This webinar will be recorded and a link will be sent to all paid registrants**
01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Introduction to Lean Project Delivery
Los Angeles & Orange County Community of Practice
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    Learning Objectives: Gain an understanding of the breakdowns with current project delivery methods, discover the goals and benefits of implementing Lean. Understand the Foundation of Lean as Six Tenets and identify the Eight Wastes as relevant to design and construction. Recognize that Lean is a shift in thinking and behaviors leading to high-performing teams.  Discover key Lean practices and tools which result in increased collaboration and improved project outcomes.   Speaker:   Blake Tormey, KHS&S Contractors Blake is responsible for driving Lean development company-wide at KHS&S focusing on continuous improvement, implementation and improvements of the Last Planner System, and reinforcement of our own internal Lean Value Added foundational behaviors. He is also charged with creating and delivering internal...
11
Tue
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
VIRTUAL EVENT: Study Action Team Book Review: 2 Second Lean (Final Session)
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
VIRTUAL EVENT: Study Action Team Book Review: 2 Second Lean (Final Session)
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
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  The book can be found in several formats free of charge at:  https://paulakers.net/books/2-second-lean. Joshua Thrap, Hy-Vee Construction  will lead our discussion.   LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or virtual (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in electronic communications. To learn more about our photograph, recording, and information collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy at https://leanconstruction.org/privacy-policy/.
12
Wed
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Lean Construction Institute Virtual Town Hall
LCI National
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Lean Construction Institute Virtual Town Hall
LCI National
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This isn’t just another meeting—it’s your chance to hear what’s happening at LCI, share your thoughts, and help shape the future of the LCI community. We’re keeping things interactive, so come ready to engage, ask questions, and connect with fellow members. What’s on the agenda? LCI State of the Union – Quick updates on certification, events, research, and more Open Mic Q&A – Your chance to speak up and ask what’s on your mind Lean Coffee Lite – Small group discussions on what you need most to succeed Report Out & Wrap-Up – Sharing insights and next steps Your voice matters, and we want to hear from you! Whether you’re new to LCI or have been with us for years,...
13
Thu
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
08:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Bottlenecks - Finding and Fixing Them (Interactive Workshop)
Minnesota Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
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  Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!  Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock....
08:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Bottlenecks - Finding and Fixing Them (Interactive Workshop)
Minnesota Community of Practice
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        Speakers: Terri Erickson, Kata Consulting Terri Erickson is the founder and managing principal of Kata Consulting. She is dedicated to advancing the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) Industry by enhancing workflow efficiency, fostering continuous improvement, and maximizing team potential and job satisfaction. With over 20 years of experience as a structural engineer, she has now focused on applying lean methodologies to management challenges as a full-time management consultant. Rick Bernett Rick has over 30 years of operations management experience, including high-volume assembly as well as made-to-order job shops. He specializes in small to mid-sized operations with engineering and manufacturing processes. An expert in Lean techniques, he teaches operations management at a local university and advises the...
14
Fri
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
5S Training / Logistics Tour
Georgia Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
5S Training / Logistics Tour
Georgia Community of Practice
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Speaker:  Mary Grace Edwards, McKenney’s Mary Grace Edwards is a Senior Quality Analyst at McKenney’s, Inc, a leading mechanical contracting firm. With six years of experience working in the design and construction industry, she plays a key role in driving lean processes. Her expertise includes conducting root cause analysis to mitigate quality risks, leading a company-wide continuous improvement program to identify waste, implementing 5S principles in logistics spaces, and more. Recommended Reading: Lean Construction Blog: 5S 101   Register today!  Capacity is limited. This event is sponsored by  LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or virtual (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information,...
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Mon
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Lean in Action: A Member Retrospective
LCI National
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Lean in Action: A Member Retrospective
LCI National
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This member-only, member led webinar will walk you through how McGough implemented standard work across the organization, connecting departments and breaking down silos. Discover key lessons from their journey, including successes, challenges, and strategies for gaining company-wide buy-in. Walk away with actionable steps to start or enhance your own standard work initiative and sustain continuous improvement. Lean in Action: A Member Retrospective on “Standard Work” See how McGough (a general contractor) set up and is actively applying standard work organization wide. You will learn how they are connecting different departments through process, breaking down silos, and helping people understand how the process is a benefit to the company rather than a competing “me vs. you” mentality. They’ll share highlights and...
18
Tue
12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Effective Meetings Workshop
New England Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 06:00 PM
The Intelligence Revolution: AI Through the Lean Lens
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
"Lean Coffee" Happy Hour
Cascadia-Portland Community of Practice
12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Effective Meetings Workshop
New England Community of Practice
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This workshop will equip you with practical tools and insights to lead high impact meetings.  You’ll learn how to: Use conceptual frameworks to clearly define meeting purpose, desired outcomes, and agendas—including methods, logistics, roles, and timing Implement best practices for before, during, and after meetings to enhance focus and teamwork Tailor meeting methods to specific goals and needs of your team Develop a plan to assess and continually improve your project meetings Ready to boost your team’s performance? Join us for a session full of demonstration and hands-on practice. Speaker: Sulyn Gomez Villanueva   DPR Construction Sulyn is a trailblazer in integrating psychology and construction. With years of experience leading psychological safety research and initiatives, she works with diverse teams to...
03:30 PM - 06:00 PM
The Intelligence Revolution: AI Through the Lean Lens
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
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Networking happy hour following the session (5:00-6:00pm) Learning Objectives: • Why AI is Poised to be a Positive Disruption to the AEC Industry. • What AI applications support the 6 core principles of Lean. • How to get started developing and implementing AI strategies. • What the importance of Organizational and Project Data Structuring is and the role it plays with AI. Speakers: Ryan Dobbins, KLH Engineers, brings 25 years of experience in construction logistics, field operations, manufacturing, and project management to KLH Engineers. As Vice President of Strategic Growth, he leads the software engineering department, focusing on leadership development, innovation, and the integration of artificial intelligence in workflows across the organization and its’ projects. Since joining KLH in 2022, Ryan has...
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
"Lean Coffee" Happy Hour
Cascadia-Portland Community of Practice
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Join us for a Lean Happy Hour to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the...
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Wed
01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Toyota Production System Dojo - Lean Learning Lab
Arizona Community of Practice
01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Toyota Production System Dojo - Lean Learning Lab
Arizona Community of Practice
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Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s most respected voices, gain insights, sharpen your skills, and experience Lean in action! Secure your spot today! Speaker: Romano Nickerson, Boulder Associates Romano is a principal w/ Boulder Associates. Since 2016, he has helmed BA/Science, where he coaches teams delivering projects in excess of $25 billion for Fortune 500 clients. Romano specializes in LPS, TVD, & IPD w/ a focus on design & pre-con. He previously served on the Board of Directors of LCI and speaks often at both domestic and international venues on a variety of Lean and IPD topics. Romano and his family live in Colorado where they are working to restore their 1950s Atomic Ranch home....
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Thu
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
IN-PERSON Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Unlock Increased Communication Using Dashboards - VIRTUAL
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
MILWAUKEE AREA Lean Happy Hour
Wisconsin Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
IN-PERSON Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
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        Park in lot adjacent to the building. Coffee will be provided. Registration is free – Please pre-register.
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Unlock Increased Communication Using Dashboards - VIRTUAL
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice
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    Speakers: Emily Lowe, Director of Lean, The Butz Family of Companies Daniel Millard, Preconstruction Manager, Wohlsen Construction Paul Guelich, Senior Project Manager, Skanska USA Building Inc. Larry Bell, Senior Project Manager, Penn Medicine Brian Tannenhaus, P.E., President, BD Engineering, LLC Amy Jones, Director of Data & Analytics, Skanska USA Building LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or virtual (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in...
03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
MILWAUKEE AREA Lean Happy Hour
Wisconsin Community of Practice
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Come as you are and be ready to learn! On site parking lot Capacity is limited – register today!
21
Fri
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
VIRTUAL EVENT - A Lean Coffee
Houston Community of Practice
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Rosendin Electric Prefabrication Shop Tour
DC Metro Community of Practice
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
VIRTUAL EVENT - A Lean Coffee
Houston Community of Practice
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Capacity is limited – register today!   
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Rosendin Electric Prefabrication Shop Tour
DC Metro Community of Practice
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  Video:  https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/8iwh3uuk2be7dr7hkchjz/Rosendin_FacebookRemoved.mp4?rlkey=dbmzfdh5f778d07t23pooplkv&e=1&dl=0   Plenty of parking is available outside of Rosendin Electric’s Shop Thank you to our event sponsor:        Follow us!   LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or virtual (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in electronic communications. To learn more about our photograph, recording, and information collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy at https://leanconstruction.org/privacy-policy/.    
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Wed
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee - FOX VALLEY
Wisconsin Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee - FOX VALLEY
Wisconsin Community of Practice
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  Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock....
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Thu
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
LCI Integrating Gemba Walks for Continuous Improvement
Webinar
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Maximizing Value and Minimizing Waste with Scrum
Colorado Community of Practice
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Takt Planning Past Successes
Austin Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
LCI Integrating Gemba Walks for Continuous Improvement
Webinar
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<br /><br />Registration for this webinar will close 30 minutes before the webinar starts and you will receive an email with the webinar registration link immediately after registering. If you register the day of, you will receive your confirmation directly before the start of the webinar. <br /><br />Please use the registration link email to add this webinar to your calendar. If you are not able to attend the webinar due to time zone or scheduling misunderstandings, no refunds are given – there are no exceptions!<br /><br />**This webinar will be recorded and a link will be sent to all paid registrants**
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Maximizing Value and Minimizing Waste with Scrum
Colorado Community of Practice
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05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Takt Planning Past Successes
Austin Community of Practice
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   Complimentary food and drink. Garage and parking available.   LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or virtual (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in electronic communications. To learn more about our photograph, recording, and information collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy at https://leanconstruction.org/privacy-policy/.
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Fri
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Lean Coffee with 5S
Northern Ohio Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Exclusive Guided Tour of the LCI Member Hub!
LCI National
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Lean Coffee with 5S
Northern Ohio Community of Practice
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  Speaker: Joe Schilens – Turner Construction Grace Sauline – Higley Construction   Parking at Higley Construction can be accessed from Euclid Avenue Eastbound or off of Prospect Avenue. Coffee and Snacks will be provided. Registration is free. Capacity is limited – register today!
03:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Exclusive Guided Tour of the LCI Member Hub!
LCI National
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LEARN HOW YOU CAN BUILD BETTER WITH LEAN Register now for a guided tour of the LCI Member Hub!  You have your choice of one of two remaining tours: March 21st – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Eastern March 28th – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Eastern The construction industry continually faces challenges related to time, finances, and resource utilization. Lean can improve project outcomes and worker satisfaction by optimizing logistics, fostering collaborative environments, reducing waste, and delivering greater value to stakeholders. Ready to learn how your company can build better with Lean? Register now and join your industry peers on the LCI Member Hub tour and discover a rich collection of resources designed to fine-tune your construction processes and improve...

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For nearly 25 years, Congress is where your Lean community comes together for unparalleled knowledge-sharing across disciplines. Attendees come back year after year to reconnect while sharing experiences and successes—and return home with critical, actionable knowledge. Upcoming dates include:

  • 2025: Oct. 21-24, Arlington, Texas
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  • 2027: Oct. 25-28, Long Beach, California
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Lean in Design Forum

April 30 - May 1, 2025

As a member of the design community, your involvement in the beginning of the project planning process is crucial. From saving the team from delivering projects late to ensuring the greatest value in these projects, your role is vital to your team’s success. Lean in design can help you continue to exceed expectations!

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2025 Design Forum
Palmer House, Chicago
April 30-May 1, 2025

Lean in Design Forum

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