LCI Weekly: April 30, 2026

April 30, 2026

We Couldn't Have Done it Without You

We appreciate our exhibitors and sponsors who helped make the 2026 Lean in Design Forum possible!

Events like this thrive because our industry prioritizes investing in the Lean community. Your support helps create a space where designers, builders, owners, and trade partners can come together to explore new ideas, share lessons learned, and strengthen the way we deliver projects.

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What's New at LCI Congress

It gets better every year!

Relaxation Lounge: A quiet space to recharge.
Advanced Practitioner Meet Up: A curated gathering space for Advanced Practitioners and industry leaders to engage in meaningful discussions in a focused environment.
Golf Hole Hecklers: We’re bringing humor to our Golf Tournament event!

🗓️ Save the Date: LCI Congress registration opens June 18 here!

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Lean is Built Locally, One Conversation at a Time

On April 22, the LCI Communities of Practice (CoP) leaders gathered in Dallas for our annual National Practice Team (NPT) full-day work session, joined by members of the NPT Core Group leadership. The event kicked off the evening prior with a reception, where we had the opportunity to welcome new attendees and reconnect with returning friends over food, drinks, and great conversation.

Member Connections
May Events for LCI Corporate Members

May is packed with opportunities to connect, grow, and keep Lean thinking front and center in your work. These virtual events are designed to foster meaningful relationships and drive the kind of change that transforms the industry — all without leaving your desk.

Here’s what’s coming up in May:

Wednesday, May 6: Build Better: Member Connect
This monthly live session helps new and returning LCI members quickly understand what LCI offers, how to use member resources, and how to connect with the community.

You’ll get a concise LCI overview, a guided tour of the Member Hub, and structured networking so you can plug in, find value, and take action right away.

Friday, May 8: Owners’ Lean Coffee
This event is a members-only forum for owner members to share challenges, exchange best practices, and explore Lean ideas in a flexible, peer-driven format.

Tuesday, May 12: Build Better: Marketing Leaders Quarterly Meet-up
This meet-up helps LCI member marketers showcase their firms, spotlight team members, and share Lean success stories across the LCI community.

Get clear guidance from LCI staff, practical examples, and peer ideas you can use right away. Learn how to feature your company in LCI channels, connect directly with LCI staff, and swap ideas with fellow member marketers.

Not a member yet? This one’s for you.

Monday, May 11: Build Better: The Lean Advantage
Explore LCI-backed research showing why higher Lean intensity leads to faster schedules, lower costs, and better team performance—and learn how to apply those insights on your next project.

You’ll connect proven Lean principles like PDCA, waste elimination, and Respect for People to real, day-to-day behaviors that improve predictability and collaboration. You’ll also leave with clear next steps and curated LCI resources to keep the momentum going.

Questions about any of our events or membership? Contact Maryann Fiala.

Lean Pulse: Clear Commitments = Work With Confidence

Clear commitments build trust and make reliable planning possible across the team. How does your team define work so commitments can be made with confidence?

Learn more and join the conversation on LinkedIn!