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06
Tue
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Pre-Fabrication Mechanical & Plumbing Shop Tour
Nashville Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Pre-Fabrication Mechanical & Plumbing Shop Tour
Nashville Community of Practice
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  Speaker: Jason Felts, icon Mechanical Parking is available onsite. Light refreshments will be available.   Hard Hat and Safety Glasses will be required for shop tour. Please no open toe shoes.
08
Thu
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Lean Coffee
Minnesota Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Is LCI Certification Right for You?
Webinar
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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 - 12:30 PM
Is LCI Certification Right for You?
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 registrants**
09
Fri
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Ohio Valley 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....
13
Tue
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
VIRTUAL Lean Coffee
St. Louis Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Process Improvements in Grading and Transportation Operation
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
VIRTUAL Lean Coffee
St. Louis Community of Practice
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Speaker: Brian Crawford is the Corporate Director of Lean at Alberici Constructors. With over 30 years of project management experience in the building and healthcare market, Brian is responsible for Alberici’s Lean Edge program across all the company’s projects.  He has extensive LPS experience and had helped many teams overcome the challenges of implementation.  Brian is a Core Group member of the LCI St Louis’ Community of Practice, an approved LCI instructor, and a frequent presenter at LCI Congress.    Capacity is limited – register today!     
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Process Improvements in Grading and Transportation Operation
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
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Speaker: Matt Dykstra, McAninch Corporation Please use Visitor Parking No PPE will be required
14
Wed
05:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Last Planner® System in Design
Northern California Community of Practice
05:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Last Planner® System in Design
Northern California Community of Practice
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    Instructors: Larry Summerfield, SE holds a bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering and has worked for Buehler Engineering as a structural engineer and Associate Principal for 35 years. He has specialized in improving the design process through developing and incorporating tools on many Lean and IPD Healthcare projects. He has presented at LCI COP’s and LCI Congress on the use of Lean tools such as the Last Planner System, Choosing by Advantages, BIM and Target Value Design.     Ron Migliori, SE. LCI NorCal Core Group Member Emeritus is past president and current Advisory Board member for DBIA Western Pacific Region. Ron has participated on more than two dozen IPD projects and numerous design-build projects. His passion over the years...
15
Thu
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Intro to Choosing by Advantages Sound Decisionmaking
Webinar
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Lean Construction Scrum Training (A Virtual Event)
Los Angeles & Orange County Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
A Lean Beer
Georgia Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 06:00 PM
MILWAUKEE AREA - Prefabrication Process Discussion
Wisconsin Community of Practice
04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Great Expectations: Owners Lean Conditions of Satisfaction
Chicago Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Intro to Choosing by Advantages Sound Decisionmaking
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**
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Lean Construction Scrum Training (A Virtual Event)
Los Angeles & Orange County Community of Practice
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        Benefits of the Training Program: Enhanced Project Efficiency: Participants learn how to streamline processes and eliminate waste, leading to more efficient project delivery. Improved Communication and Collaboration: Agile practices promote transparency and collaboration among project stakeholders, fostering a more cohesive team environment. Adaptability to Change: Agile methodologies enable teams to respond quickly to changes in project requirements or external factors, reducing project delays and improving responsiveness. Increased Stakeholder Satisfaction: By focusing on delivering value early and frequently, participants learn how to meet client expectations and enhance stakeholder satisfaction. Learning Objectives: Understanding Lean principles in the context of construction. Identifying wastes and inefficiencies in traditional construction practices. Exploring the benefits of applying Lean concepts for improved project...
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
A Lean Beer
Georgia 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...
03:30 PM - 06:00 PM
MILWAUKEE AREA - Prefabrication Process Discussion
Wisconsin Community of Practice
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Presentation of prefabrication process by JM Brennan followed by a tour of their fabrication line.   Speaker: Justin Harer, Director of Construction Operations – JM Brennan JM Brennan parking lot and on street parking are available. Registration is Free – bring a colleague! Capacity is limited – register today! Beverages will be provided by our event sponsor:   
04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Great Expectations: Owners Lean Conditions of Satisfaction
Chicago Community of Practice
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    Speakers: Brad Mayer, AdventHealth Michael Parr, University of Chicago Medicine Matthew Barrett, Vista Property Tim Swanson, Inherent Homes Chase Horejs, F.H. Paschen Alex Chee, Advocate Health Free Parking Onsite, Elmhurst Metra Station – 10mins walk Drinks and light food will be provided.  
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Fri
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Two Simulation Exercises: Pull Planning and
San Diego Community of Practice
09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Last Planner System® (LPS®) Training
DC Metro Community of Practice
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Two Simulation Exercises: Pull Planning and
San Diego Community of Practice
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Two Simulation Exercises: Be the First to Experience A Simple Simulation to Introduce Pull Planning (David and Summer Umstot) Take this opportunity to be the first to experience this newly developed simulation to introduce pull planning developed specifically for use at the upcoming 2024 LCI Congress in San Diego.   One element of the Last Planner System® is Pull Planning – a fundamental planning method to identify the critical work that releases work through engaging project team members. Essential ingredients are COLLABORATION and HAND-OFFS.  A good, simple pull plan simulation gives participants the experience of COLLABORATION so that they are inspired to try it on their next project with more confidence or bring the tool back to share it with others. ...
09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Last Planner System® (LPS®) Training
DC Metro Community of Practice
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Instructor:  Sherif Agha, Skanska USA is an expert in Construction Project Management and Lean Methodologies. Leads National Scheduling for Skanska USA. Optimizes processes through Last Planner System®; and Construction CPM. Renowned speaker inspiring industry professionals. Empowers construction teams for superior outcomes.   This course is registered with AIA CES for 4 LU credits. Visitor parking available off Galleria Drive, behind the building.  Lunch will be provided.
19
Mon
09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
4th Annual Lean Golf
Wisconsin Community of Practice
09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
4th Annual Lean Golf
Wisconsin Community of Practice
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20
Tue
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Lean Brew
Houston Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Lean Brew
Houston Community of Practice
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  Registration is free – Please pre-register. Capacity is limited – register today!
21
Wed
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
A Virtual Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
A Daily Huddle Best-of Panel Presentation & Q&A
Cascadia-Portland Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
A Virtual Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
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  Registration is free – Please pre-register.          
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
A Daily Huddle Best-of Panel Presentation & Q&A
Cascadia-Portland Community of Practice
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  Speakers: Jim Arhus – Skanska Jim Mahar – Andersen Construction Brian Kunze – Southland Industries Trace Thompson – Cherry City Electric  
22
Thu
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Virtual Lean Coffee
Carolinas Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Gemba Walks for Construction
Webinar
03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Lean Madison - Summer Social-Sizzler
Wisconsin Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
A Lean Brew: Shaping the Future of Construction
Dallas/Fort Worth Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Virtual Lean Coffee
Carolinas Community of Practice
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  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 group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the...
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Gemba Walks for 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. <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**
03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Lean Madison - Summer Social-Sizzler
Wisconsin Community of Practice
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Speaker: Dale Rufer Business Development Director for North American Mechanical, Inc, a premier Mechanical Contractor in Wisconsin, has 33+ years of experience in preconstruction, design, fabrication, installation, controls and service. Dale has a passion for Lean Project Delivery the Northwoods and Curling. Free parking Food and Drinks Wisconsin Style. Corporate Sponsors welcomed. Flip flops and shorts encouraged Registration is free. Capacity is limited – register today!
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
A Lean Brew: Shaping the Future of Construction
Dallas/Fort Worth Community of Practice
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  Parking is available on-site. Drinks will be provided.
23
Fri
11:00 AM - 02:30 PM
Agilent Pharmaceutical Project Site Visit
Colorado Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 02:30 PM
Agilent Pharmaceutical Project Site Visit
Colorado Community of Practice
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Lunch will be provided. Continue on Eagle Boulevard past the Turner Job Office to Carbide Street.  Park in the Worker Parking/Trailer lot on Carbide Street. You must bring personal protective equipment for the site visit portion of this event:  helmet, safety vest, safety glasses, safety gloves, boots.     
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Mon
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Lean Brew
Agilent Pharmaceutical Project Site Visit
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Lean Brew
Agilent Pharmaceutical Project Site Visit
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  This is a sponsored event. Beer (drink tickets will be distributed at check in), soft drinks and light snacks provided. Parking available on site.
27
Tue
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Sweat Equity Improvement:
New England Community of Practice
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Sweat Equity Improvement:
New England Community of Practice
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Most Improvement efforts are focused on optimizing outcomes and fail to account for the value in serving the men and women who do the work. This learning experience is intended to equip attendees with a model focused on removing the elements of work that are stealing life from our trade partners. The result of which will improve production, access the creativity of craft professionals, cultivate trust, and improve the quality of life of the men and women doing the work.       Participants will be introduced to: The space that improvement opportunities hide How to overcome the natural resistance to change How to enhance the standards of care for the workforce Not only will they leave this session being...
28
Wed
03:30 PM - 06:00 PM
1 Warehouse + 2 GC's = Lean: Prefabricating for
Northern Ohio Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 06:00 PM
1 Warehouse + 2 GC's = Lean: Prefabricating for
Northern Ohio Community of Practice
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  Join us for an exclusive look into Cleveland Clinic’s innovative approach to prefabrication. Discover how two general contractors co-exist in a local Cleveland warehouse to create modular elements for multiple Clinic projects.  Witness first hand the off-site construction of slide-in laboratory room pods and vertical HVAC/electrical rack assemblies. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Lean Process Implementation in Northern Ohio! Speakers: Doug Lippus – Owner’s Representative, Cleveland Clinic Chris Kucharski – Senior General Superintendent, Gilbane Building Company Erin Derzon – Project Manager, RG Construction   Project Manager Ben Frederiksen – Project Manager, Lighthouse Electric Company David Stahl – Senior Project Manager, Turner Construction Company Brandon Miketa – MEP Manager, Turner Construction Company Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Bring...
29
Thu
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Building Better with LCI
LCI National
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Building Better with LCI
LCI National
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LCI Membership: The best way to build Register now for a guided tour of the LCI Member Hub!  If you’re ready to build better, join with other industry professionals for a guided tour of the LCI Member Hub—an exclusive platform for Lean construction professionals like you. You’ll go behind the scenes to discover a rich collection of resources designed to fine-tune your construction processes and improve your project outcomes. You’ll find webinar recordings, whitepapers, eLearning modules, past event presentations, and expert-curated best practice guides to help you build better. You’ll also learn about the other valuable benefits of LCI corporate membership, including a free ticket to the LCI Congress in your first year, a complimentary group webinar every year thereafter, substantial...
30
Fri
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
A3 Decision Making
Salt Lake City Community of Practice
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
A3 Decision Making
Salt Lake City Community of Practice
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  Speaker: Sean Williams, Okland Construction Sean is a true Lean advocate that brings field experience, having recently completed Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) projects in Nevada, Arizona, and Colorado. He is a true believer in the A3 process and uses it every chance he gets in business and personal life challenges.   Free parking available. Breakfast/Refreshments will be provided by:   Event Sponsor:               

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