March 6, 2025
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WIC Week: Celebrating LCI’s Female Certificants
Women are making an impact in Lean Construction, and our certification program reflects that. We’re proud to share that 32% of LCI Certificants are female—a number that continues to grow as more women advance their careers with Lean expertise.
To celebrate Women in Construction Week, we spoke with some of our female certificants about how they got started on their Lean journey, the best career advice they’ve ever received, and the challenges they’ve faced—and how they overcame them. Read their stories and insights in our latest blog.
Member Connections: 5 Questions With Katie Wells
This week, Katie Wells, Vice President of Project Delivery at Brasfield & Gorrie, shares her experience with implementing Lean. Learn how Katie tackles challenges and see her advice on how to start on your Lean journey.
Want to share your Lean Journey with others? You can submit your answers to the 5 Questions here. You can also submit a project highlight or a company recognition!
Katie Wells
Vice President of Project Delivery
Brasfield & Gorrie
LCI Members: Submit Your Abstract for LCI Safety Week!
LCI corporate members: submit an abstract for our LCI Safety Week in Construction campaign for a chance to present a webinar about your Lean safety journey. Share how your organization integrates Lean principles to enhance safety and impact projects.
The selected company will present an LCI-hosted webinar on May 6, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. ET, providing valuable insights to the Lean community. Submit your abstract by April 4.
Questions about this campaign? Reach out to Ilene Goldberg.
LCI Lean in Design Forum: Unlocking New Possibilities
April 30-May 1, Chicago, Illinois
Join us this spring for the 2025 LCI Lean in Design Forum, where industry professionals will explore how Lean methods are transforming design, architecture, engineering, and construction. This year, we’re thrilled to welcome two dynamic keynote speakers who will share their unique perspectives on the evolving role of AI in Lean design.
Meet this year’s keynote speakers!
Eric Cesal
Special Program Instructor, Harvard Extension School, Architect, Writer, Podcast Host, and Post-Disaster Expert
Eric’s diverse background spans architecture, disaster recovery, and design futurism. Known as “Architecture’s First Responder,” he has led post-disaster reconstruction efforts worldwide. Eric’s keynote will focus on how AI will shape the world and, in turn, how architects and designers must respond. Attendees will gain new insights into the capabilities and opportunities AI brings to design—pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Lean design.
Associate Dean and Professor Adjunct, Yale School of Architecture, and Author of Machine Learning: Architecture in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Phil brings a wealth of experience from his time as vice president at Autodesk and his ongoing research at Yale. In his keynote, Phil will delve into how AI and machine learning technologies intersect with Lean principles to optimize design and construction workflows. His session will provide actionable strategies for leveraging AI to enhance design agency and collective intelligence.
Phil Bernstein, FAIA
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn from these thought leaders and deepen your understanding of the future of Lean design!
Register today and unlock the full potential of Lean design!
2025 Design Forum Sponsorship Opportunity Feature: Learning Sponsorship
There are still sponsorship opportunities available for the upcoming Lean in Design Forum, taking place in Chicago from April 30-May 1, such as the Learning Sponsorship!
The Learning sponsor will have the opportunity to showcase their brand throughout Learning Day (Wednesday). Their logo will be prominently displayed on meal and break signage, custom cocktail napkins, and coffee cups. They will also receive a complimentary registration for the Forum.
To learn more about the Learning Sponsorship and other opportunities at the 2025 Lean in Design Forum, reach out to Ilene Goldberg.
Virtual Member Event: Lean in Action: A Member Retrospective
LCI is launching a new members-only virtual event series: Lean in Action: A Member Retrospective starting on March 17.
The series kicks off with McGough’s Virginia Cosgriff, Director of Operational Excellence, and Erica Kegler, Standard Work Facilitator, as they share their experience implementing standard work across their organization.
Lean in Action offers members a chance to learn from their peers’ real-world experiences. Each session will highlight successes, share key lessons learned, and provide valuable insights and advice.
Want to share your story in an upcoming Lean in Action? You can submit your idea here for consideration.
Explore the Bigger and Better Congress Website!
This year’s Congress is bigger and better than ever in Texas—and so is the new Congress website! Your online Congress experience has been reimagined. Take a look!
Check out the new site to learn more about this year’s dynamic theme and tracks, keynote speakers, and more—and save the date for the 2025 LCI Congress, October 20-24, in Arlington, Texas! Registration opens in June.
Questions about the Congress program? Contact Joan Piccariello for more information.
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at this year’s Congress? Contact Ilene Goldberg by email or (703) 785-9087 for more information.
Communities of Practice: Lean Learning Starts Locally
Lean Construction isn’t just a methodology—it’s a mindset. And the best way to truly integrate Lean principles into your work? Learn from others who are on the same journey.
That’s where LCI’s Communities of Practice (CoPs) come in. These local groups bring together Lean thinkers, industry experts, and hands-on practitioners to share insights, tackle challenges, and push the industry forward—together.
✅ Expand your Lean knowledge with real-world case studies
✅ Connect with local industry professionals who get it
✅ Learn & apply best practices to improve project outcomes
Find a community near you to get involved in your local Lean scene!
WEBINAR TODAY: NEW: LCI Aligning Project Success with Conditions of Satisfaction
Steven Covey’s principle, “Begin with the End in Mind,” highlights the importance of clarity from the start. In Lean projects, teams see a project as a significant promise—one that relies on a complex network of commitments. Conditions of Satisfaction (CoS) help align teams, ensuring clarity and accountability for all involved. Join us to explore the history of CoS, their role in project alignment, and practical strategies for effective implementation.
Upcoming Webinars
March 6, 2025
NEW: LCI Aligning Project Success with Conditions of Satisfaction
March 17, 2025
LCI Integrating Gemba Walks for Continuous Improvement
April 4, 2025
LCI Lean in the Design Phase
April 18, 2025
LCI Last Planner System® in Design
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