Lean Construction Events: Classes, Workshops, and Lean Coffee

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10
Wed
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Northern California Community of Practice
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Future-Proofing Construction:
Northern California Community of Practice
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  Did you know that OpenAI’s ChatGPT, a groundbreaking AI tool, became one of the fastest-growing applications in history, reaching over a million users within just five days of its release? This remarkable feat showcases the immense potential and growing interest in AI technologies. Join us to uncover innovative AI applications now available and what you can leverage to future-Proof your design and construction work.  Lean Construction practitioners of all experience levels from across design and construction will benefit from a guided exploration of the multifaceted role of AI in the construction industry including areas such as estimating, contract management, procurement, design management, BIM/VDC, equipment management, collaborative scheduling, and more. This engaging session from 5:30 to 8:00 PM begins with...
11
Thu
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Carolinas Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Carolinas Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Carolinas Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Webinar
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Northern California Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee (CHARLOTTE)
Carolinas 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....
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee - GREENVILLE
Carolinas Community of Practice
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  Registration is free – Please pre-register. Coffee and Donuts will be provided.
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Lean Coffee RALEIGH
Carolinas 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. This...
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
5S in Lean Construction
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**
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Future-Proofing Construction:
Northern California Community of Practice
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  Did you know that OpenAI’s ChatGPT, a groundbreaking AI tool, became one of the fastest-growing applications in history, reaching over a million users within just five days of its release? This remarkable feat showcases the immense potential and growing interest in AI technologies. Join us to uncover innovative AI applications now available and what you can leverage to future-Proof your design and construction work.  Lean Construction practitioners of all experience levels from across design and construction will benefit from a guided exploration of the multifaceted role of AI in the construction industry including areas such as estimating, contract management, procurement, design management, BIM/VDC, equipment management, collaborative scheduling, and more. This engaging session from 5:30 to 8:00 PM begins with...
12
Fri
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Georgia 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. This...
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Lean Conversations: Trust in the Workplace
Georgia Community of Practice
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  Park in the deck. Tickets will be validated. Coffee and Breakfast will be provided.
16
Tue
03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Central Indiana Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Lean Cocktail - Discuss Upcoming Year &
Central Indiana Community of Practice
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Thank You to our Sponsors Please join us to thank our sponsors for their support.  We also will go over the upcoming events that we have planned and looking for suggestions from the community. We welcome all to attend and give us your feedback!
19
Fri
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Webinar
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Webinar
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
LCI Field Crew Huddle Virtual Lean Coffee
Webinar
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Field Crew Huddle Virtual Lean Coffee
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
LCI Field Crew Huddle Virtual Lean Coffee
Webinar
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Field Crew Huddle Virtual Lean Coffee
23
Tue
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Pull Planning in Design
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
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  THIS IS A HYBRID EVENT – all registrants will receive a Zoom link as well as the physical address. Weitz Parking lot on East side of the building will be open for free parking. Refreshments and snacks will be available.  
24
Wed
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Chicago Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Arizona Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Virtual Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
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  Registration is free – Please pre-register.
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
LCI & DBIA - Collaborating Together
Arizona Community of Practice
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  Speakers: Darlene Cadman, WEFT Strategies has worked in the construction industry for over 24 years, participating in a variety of project types and contracts while creating a unique skillset and expertise that greatly benefits project delivery types. Darlene has provided leadership and guidance for large projects with diverse teams. Her specialties include training and facilitation of activities such as master planning, extensive design-oriented problem solving, strategic procurement for IPD team selections and team building.   Scott Bergstrom, The Weitz Company  has been in the construction industry for 34 years in California and Arizona. For the last 17 years he has served in a variety of executive roles with leading general contractors and developers. Currently he is a project executive with The...
25
Thu
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
DC Metro Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Webinar
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
2024 Kick-Off - A Lean Coffee
DC Metro Community of Practice
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  Coffee and breakfast pastries will be provided.  
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Mindset of an Effective Big Room
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, or cancel after the registration deadline, no refunds are given – there are no exceptions! **This webinar will be recorded and a link will be sent to all paid registrants**
26
Fri
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
New Orleans Community of Practice
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
LCI 2023 Congress Recap – Get Inspired to
New Orleans Community of Practice
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  Did you miss out on the amazing opportunity to learn from your peers and industry experts at this past year’s LCI 2023 Congress? Did you attend but weren’t able to partake in all of the many opportunities available? Did you attend and learn something valuable that has to be shared with our community for the betterment of our industry? If these apply to you, then join NOLA Lean for a Lean Coffee focused on highlights from LCI Congress, the national convention held this past October. Come hear what local professionals learned and how it impacts their lives and work. Share your thoughts and engage the group in discussion aimed toward building people to build better. Refreshments will be provided...
30
Tue
03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Cascadia-Portland Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Lean Happy Hour
Cascadia-Portland Community of Practice
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  Happy Hour snacks and refreshments will be provided by 
31
Wed
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
2024 Event Preview (... ... and MORE!)
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice
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  Link will be provided to registrants within 24 hours of the event.   In the mean time, please visit our LinkedIn page for news and updates.

National Events

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LCI Congress

October

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
  • 2026: Oct. 13-16, Atlanta, Georgia
  • 2027: Oct. 25-28, Long Beach, California
LCI Congress

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

Webinars

Virtual Learning Sessions

Expand your Lean education with no travel downtime or lost work days. LCI offers webinars on a variety of Lean principles conducted by LCI instructors and industry experts with real life case studies and examples.

Webinars
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Respect for People

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.

Respect for People

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