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01
Thu
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
From Court to Concert: Lean in Action at OSU's Schottenstein Center
Northern Ohio Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
From Court to Concert: Lean in Action at OSU's Schottenstein Center
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
LCI Congress 2026 Preview
New England Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
From Court to Concert: Lean in Action at OSU's Schottenstein Center
Northern Ohio Community of Practice
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Concert tonight. Hockey tomorrow. How? What does it take to flip the Schott? Join the LCI Ohio Valley and Northern Ohio Communities of Practice at The Ohio State University for a behind-the-scenes Gemba walk to see how the Schott transforms from concerts to hockey to basketball—and the planning, coordination, and continuous improvement that make it happen. We’ll also hear two quick-hit presentations from OSU MBOE alumni, sharing the real-world improvement projects they tackled for their capstones. Then we’ll do what all good Lean practitioners should do after a Gemba walk: reflect over drinks at happy hour. Gemba. Great ideas. Good company. Event Parking is available at the Venue (more information will be provided post registration) Happy Hour to Follow LCI...
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
From Court to Concert: Lean in Action at OSU's Schottenstein Center
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
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Concert tonight. Hockey tomorrow. How? What does it take to flip the Schott? Join the LCI Ohio Valley and Northern Ohio Communities of Practice at The Ohio State University for a behind-the-scenes Gemba walk to see how the Schott transforms from concerts to hockey to basketball—and the planning, coordination, and continuous improvement that make it happen. We’ll also hear two quick-hit presentations from OSU MBOE alumni, sharing the real-world improvement projects they tackled for their capstones. Then we’ll do what all good Lean practitioners should do after a Gemba walk: reflect over drinks at happy hour. Gemba. Great ideas. Good company. Event Parking is available at the Venue (more information will be provided post registration) Happy Hour to Follow LCI...
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
LCI Congress 2026 Preview
New England Community of Practice
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Congress is coming! Come support your local Lean Community and get an advanced viewing of presentations. Three of New England’s project teams will do a live practice round for the CoP on October 1st, 2026. Get excited for Congress or get inspired to attend this year and next year! Forming and Outperforming: The Project Principio Way Turning a newly formed team into a high performing team to deliver a Lean IPD project from inception to completion. Presenters: Robert Worobey PX Sullivan & McLauhlin, Brian Morton PX T.G. Gallagher, Greg Davis Cost Engineering Director P&G, Manny Hoyo Senior Superintendent Skanska Takt Formula: Aligning Field, Schedule and Ownership How using the Takt formula on a Non-Takt but repetitive project helped everyone on...
02
Fri
08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Introduction to the Last Planner System®
Northern California Community of Practice
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Virtual Breakfast of Lean Champions
Houston Community of Practice
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
LCI Corporate Members Lean Coffee
LCI National
01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
TVD Workshop: Session 6
Interactive Webinar
08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Introduction to the Last Planner System®
Northern California Community of Practice
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    Instructors: Glen Sullivan, McCarthy As a licensed Architect Sully has brought his experience on design of Hospital work to his VDC role. Using his understanding of the design processes to help to bridge between the design team and the construction team. With this knowledge he has enhanced the coordination process by working collaboratively with the design team to resolve issues.   Karen Conrod is a seasoned project executive at Herrero Builders with over 25 years of experience delivering complex, multi-million-dollar healthcare projects focusing on risk management, construction operations, and executive leadership. She brings a practical approach to leadership and is passionate about mentoring and talent development, ensuring teams are equipped to tackle challenges to deliver projects.   Felipe...
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Virtual Breakfast of Lean Champions
Houston Community of Practice
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    LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“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/.
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
LCI Corporate Members Lean Coffee
LCI National
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Your questions deserve real conversation — and this is the space for it. Join fellow LCI Corporate Members for a free, open-format Lean Coffee session facilitated by LCI-Certified Professional in Construction (CPC) David MacKay. This relaxed, peer-driven format puts the agenda in your hands, giving you the chance to explore the topics that matter most to your Lean journey right now. When you register, you’ll be invited to submit a topic or question for discussion. Before the event, you’ll receive a survey listing all submitted topics so you can vote on what the group digs into — making the most of every minute together. No slides. No presentations. Just candid, focused conversation with your peers. Space is limited to LCI...
01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
TVD Workshop: Session 6
Interactive Webinar
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Registration for this workshop will close on August 14. Once registered, you’ll receive a series of emails leading up to the event with everything you need to prepare—technical onboarding instructions, what to expect, and more. You’ll receive separate messages with your Zoom links to join the live session, and to prework to prepare prior to the first class. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made up to 14 days before the event will receive a full refund. Cancellations made 3-14 days before the event will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made 48 hours or less prior to the event will not receive a refund, but participants will retain access to all materials. No cash refunds will be issued due to technical issues on...
06
Tue
04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Target Value Delivery – Implementation and Next Steps
San Diego Community of Practice
04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Target Value Delivery – Implementation and Next Steps
San Diego Community of Practice
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Book access will be coordinated with registrants. Refreshments and light snack will be provided Free onsite parking is available. Building and 4th floor access is restricted after 5pm. If arriving late, please text 619-572-5811 for access. LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“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...
07
Wed
03:00 PM - 04:15 PM
Build Better: Member Connect
LCI National
03:00 PM - 04:15 PM
Build Better: Member Connect
LCI National
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New to LCI corporate membership—or ready for a refresh? Join this virtual live session for a fast tour of member resources, an overview of LCI, and structured networking. Walk away with clear next steps, connections across the community, and practical ways to put member resources into action and Build Better. Who should attend: New members, new hires at member firms, and anyone wanting a concise refresh on LCI and member resources. AGENDA  Welcome & goals LCI overview Member Hub Tour Q&A Structured networking  Plus / Delta Reserve your spot for Build Better: Member Connect.
08
Thu
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Minnesota Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
LCI Practice Lab: Gemba Walks
Interactive Webinar
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....
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Minnesota Community of Practice
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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. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed.  Come as you...
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
LCI Practice Lab: Gemba Walks
Interactive Webinar
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  Registration for this practice lab will close 30 minutes before the lab starts and you will receive an email with the access info shortly after registering. If you register the day of, you will receive your confirmation directly before the start of the session. Please use the registration link email to add this practice lab to your calendar. If you are not able to attend the session due to time zone or scheduling misunderstandings, no refunds are given – there are no exceptions! **This practice lab will be recorded and a link will be sent to all paid registrants**
09
Fri
08:30 AM - 11:00 AM
A3 Thinking – Practical Guide to Problem-Solving
Michigan Community of Practice
08:30 AM - 11:00 AM
A3 Thinking – Practical Guide to Problem-Solving
Michigan Community of Practice
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A3 Lean Thinking Training is an interactive workshop that teaches participants how to apply Lean problem-solving principles using the A3 methodology. Originating from the Toyota Production System, A3 Thinking provides a structured, one-page approach to identifying problems, analyzing root causes, developing countermeasures, and implementing sustainable solutions. During this session, participants will learn how to: Understand the principles of Lean thinking and continuous improvement. Define and clearly articulate business problems. Use data and observation to analyze current conditions. Apply root cause analysis techniques such as the 5 Whys. Develop effective countermeasures and action plans. Communicate problem-solving efforts using the A3 framework. Foster collaboration, critical thinking, and accountability within teams. The training combines Lean theory with practical exercises, case studies, and hands-on...
12
Mon
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
28th Annual LCI Congress in Atlanta, GA
Congress
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
28th Annual LCI Congress in Atlanta, GA
Congress
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Click here for an instructional video – How to Register for LCI Congress Corporate member companies that have joined LCI within the last year receive a benefit of one complimentary Congress registration. Contact MaryannF@leanconstruction.org for details.   If you created your MyLCI account within the last 24 hours, please allow up to 24 hours for your corporate membership status to be validated and recognized. Please wait to register until you receive the automated email confirming your corporate member employee status. All cancellations will incur a $300 fee. No cancellations accepted after September 14, 2026.  Please select your Core Program Breakout Sessions during registration. You may add Learning Day courses, Gemba tours and Golf Tournament participation for additional fees as listed. For...
22
Thu
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Gemba Walk | Rice Moody Student Center Complex
Houston Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Gemba Walk | Rice Moody Student Center Complex
Houston Community of Practice
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  Job site and parking maps will be emailed prior to the event.   Note:  Garage parking costs $1/10 minutes, $13 daily max.  Proper footwear required, hardhats are optional.  LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“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/.
23
Fri
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lean Practitioners Lean Coffee
LCI National
01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Choosing by Advantages: Session 1
Interactive Webinar
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lean Practitioners Lean Coffee
LCI National
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Lean practitioners from LCI corporate members are invited to join us for a Lean Practitioner Lean Coffee. While the event will follow the format of a typical Lean Coffee, participation will be limited to those who are Lean practitioners. A Lean Practitioner is defined as someone who is consistently implementing Lean practices in work. This Lean Coffee is for you if: You are a professional who actively applies Lean principles and tools You are responsible for driving Lean methodologies and practices within your organization at any level You are the internal Lean champion or Lean leader within your organization To ensure that the conversation is robust and relevant, please register only if you meet the above and are ready to contribute...
01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Choosing by Advantages: Session 1
Interactive Webinar
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Why It Matters Unsound decisions create more than frustration. They can lead to rework, unbillable hours, changes that continue past the point of impact, higher costs, schedule delays, and decisions that are second guessed or revisited multiple times. Over time, that churn can also fracture trust among the people trying to deliver the project. The Big Idea Stop debating preferences and start making decisions based on the importance of real advantages. Choosing by Advantages, or CBA, gives you a sound way to think through decisions, ask better questions, and help a group distinguish between what is simply different and what creates an important advantage. And CBA is much more than an Excel spreadsheet. Three Things to Remember First, CBA is...
26
Mon
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
LCI Build Better: The Lean Advantage
LCI National
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
LCI Build Better: The Lean Advantage
LCI National
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From core practices like PDCA, eliminating waste, and Respect for People, you’ll leave with a clear picture of why Lean improves predictability, collaboration, and outcomes—and how teams translate theory into day-to-day behaviors. You’ll also get pointers to LCI learning pathways, research one-pagers, and community touchpoints you can use to keep momentum after the session and other options to explore at your own pace. What you’ll learn The headline evidence linking Lean intensity to better schedule, cost, and team results. How specific Lean methods create reliable workflow and reduce waste. Practical next steps: where to start, common pitfalls, and resources to sustain progress. Who should attend Owners, designers, general contractors, and trade partners who want a clear, evidence- based view of...
27
Tue
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Build Better: LCI Membership from the Inside
LCI National
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Build Better: LCI Membership from the Inside
LCI National
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What does it actually look like when a construction company commits to building better? For LCI corporate members, it starts with access — to knowledge, to tools, and to a community of Lean practitioners who are working through the same challenges you are. This virtual free one-hour session gives you an unfiltered look at what’s available to LCI members — and what it could mean for your team. What becomes possible LCI corporate membership opens the door to resources and community specifically designed for the way construction professionals work. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll discover: On-demand webinar recordings, whitepapers, eLearning modules, and past Congress presentations Expert-curated Lean best practice guides Members Only Lean Coffees for owners and Lean practitioners...
28
Wed
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
A Diamond in the Rough: Aligning field experiences with Lean
LCI National
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
A Diamond in the Rough: Aligning field experiences with Lean
LCI National
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Construction runs on experience — and experience is earned through years of hands-on practice. When you ask your most senior team members to adopt new approaches and unfamiliar Lean initiatives, you risk coming across as dismissive of the very knowledge you need most. The tension between new approaches and tried-and-true methods shows up across every aspect of construction. Is your contracting method the first hurdle that keeps key team members at bay too long? Are you operating with a risk-shifting mindset instead of a collaborative one — protecting your own interests at others’ expense? Should the GC dictate schedule requirements? How do you express the need for the project while staying receptive to the challenges your subcontractors face? When the...
29
Thu
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Chicago 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....
30
Fri
01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Choosing by Advantages: Session 2
Interactive Webinar
01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Choosing by Advantages: Session 2
Interactive Webinar
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Why It Matters Unsound decisions create more than frustration. They can lead to rework, unbillable hours, changes that continue past the point of impact, higher costs, schedule delays, and decisions that are second guessed or revisited multiple times. Over time, that churn can also fracture trust among the people trying to deliver the project. The Big Idea Stop debating preferences and start making decisions based on the importance of real advantages. Choosing by Advantages, or CBA, gives you a sound way to think through decisions, ask better questions, and help a group distinguish between what is simply different and what creates an important advantage. And CBA is much more than an Excel spreadsheet. Three Things to Remember First, CBA is...

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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:

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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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Palmer House, Chicago
April 30-May 1, 2025

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This is an event for all roles in the AEC industry. The issue of mental health and well-being effects all of us, whether we work in the Design Community (Architects, Engineers), with a trade partner, in preconstruction and estimating, or for an Owner or general contractor.

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