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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
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SUMMARY:The 4-Hour Workweek for Architects: Business Secrets to Increase Productivity\, Profits and Happiness
DESCRIPTION:AE professionals are uniquely positioned to innovate and lead\, yet they often find themselves bogged down by their day-to-day demands. In a world where the traditional work model is becoming obsolete\, it’s time to rethink how you approach your professional life. This webinar is designed to empower AE professionals by introducing them to innovative strategies and tools that can revolutionize their work habits\, increase productivity\, and enhance overall job satisfaction. \nInspired by Tim Ferriss’ The 4-Hour Workweek\, this session will focus on practical applications within the AE industry\, highlighting how to optimize workflows\, delegate effectively\, leverage technology\, and create a more balanced\, fulfilling professional life. Applying these principles will enable you to “work smarter\, not harder\,” transforming your firm into a well-oiled machine that runs efficiently and profitably\, freeing you up to focus on your passion. It’s time to treat your firm as your greatest project and use your design skills to create a business that supports your dreams and aspirations! \nSpeaker: Steve Burns\, FAIA | Founder | The Well-Designed Firm \nSteve Burns\, FAIA\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/the-4-hour-workweek-for-architects-business-secrets-to-increase-productivity-profits-and-happiness/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Event,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240806T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20240715T223548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T174712Z
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SUMMARY:Path to Fellowship (Now On-Video)
DESCRIPTION:**Scroll down to access video of this past AIA California webinar.** \nThroughout this webinar\, the AIA California College of Fellow Regional Representatives will go into a detailed explanation about the process of applying for Fellowship and what steps are needed as members develop their portfolio. Once they are finished reviewing the steps necessary to apply for Fellowship\, they will host a live Q&A and panel discussion for the audience to ask their candid questions about Fellowship. \n  \nRobert L. Ooley\, FAIASouthern CA-Regional Rep.Bio\nMichael Enomoto\, FAIASouthern CA-Regional Rep.Bio\nJoyce Polhamus\, FAIANorthern CA-Regional Rep.Bio\nAaron Hyland\, FAIANorthern CA-Regional Rep.Bio\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/aia-ca-path-to-fellowship/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIACA,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mirna Douet":MAILTO:MDouet@AIACalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20240730T174603Z
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SUMMARY:California State of the Market
DESCRIPTION:2024: A Year of Stabilization and Reset. \nCalifornia”™s economic performance has lagged national performance for the last few years ”“ technology sector layoffs\, regional banking crises\, and the exodus of a significant portion of the workforce to other states have taken its toll. However\, home sales are tentatively rebounding and the population grew in 2023\, halting three years of decline. As California continues its path to economic recovery\, this session takes a closer look at trends in construction and development\, real estate supply and demand signals\, emerging trends\, and demographic shifts amidst volatility. We will also discuss what the future holds for different market sectors across the state. \nSpeaker: Supina Mapon | Healthcare Strategy | Design Integration\, DPR Construction \nSupina Mapon | Healthcare Strategy | Design Integration\, DPR Construction\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/california-state-of-the-market/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T213431Z
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SUMMARY:An EDI Guide for Architects
DESCRIPTION:Calling all architects who want to foster change within their firms! \nJust® is a program that focuses on employee experience\, health\, well-being\, and meaningful community connections. It uplifts the understanding that it is people who make up businesses and communities and that people are the core of creating a Living Future. \nTune in for an overview of “The Social Justice Label”\, join the conversation on how to adopt Just® at your firm\, and learn how it can help better define EDI initiatives in your office. \nSpeakers:  \nJessica Jobe Sea\, AIA | Associate | Noll & Tam \nWendy Rogers\, FAIA | CEO\, Chief Talent Officer | LPA Design Studios \nAnne Torney\, AIA | Partner | Mithun \nModerator: \nGriso Barrios | Senior Manager | Just
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/an-edi-guide-for-architects/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,EDI,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20240928T000728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T234545Z
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SUMMARY:Succession Planning and Leadership Transition: Securing Your Architecture Firm”™s Future
DESCRIPTION:For many architecture firms\, the business is not just a career\, but a lifestyle. However\, when the time comes to retire or slow down\, the most important investment you can rely on might not be your 401(k)\, IRA\, or real estate portfolio””but your firm. Succession planning is not just about ensuring your practice can continue without you; it”™s about building a valuable asset that can provide significant financial security and wealth\, potentially making your firm your most significant retirement asset. \nJoin us for an essential webinar on the best practices for succession planning and leadership transition. This session\, designed specifically for firm owners who may not have considered the long-term financial benefits of planning ahead\, will be led by an industry expert\, who successfully sold his 17-person firm in 2007. Steve Burns\, FAIA will show you how to strategically grow your firm”™s value\, preparing it for a successful transition that can offer you the financial freedom to step back when you are ready. \nWe”™ll cover the critical steps for ownership transition\, from strategic and financial planning to cultivating leadership within your team. By empowering the next generation and creating a strong\, sustainable firm\, you”™ll be setting yourself up for a future where your hard work pays off in more ways than one. \nPresenter: Steve Burns\, FAIA | Founder | The Well-Designed Firm \nSteve Burns\, FAIA | Founder | The Well-Designed Firm\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/succession-planning-and-leadership-transition-securing-your-architecture-firms-future/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Event,Continuing Education,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20241022T033000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T002203Z
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SUMMARY:Ethics and Diversity Considerations of Design Technology in Architecture
DESCRIPTION:The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in architecture holds the potential to revolutionize design processes\, optimize building performance\, and personalize user experiences. However\, alongside these advancements come significant ethical considerations that demand our attention. This presentation will explore the ethical landscape of AI in architecture\, focusing on how we can intervene to contribute to a more inclusive architectural future\, and address issues like the future of practice\, algorithmic bias\, equitable data privacy\, and overall business implications. \nSpeakers: \nArgelia Barcena\, Assoc. AIA | Regional Design Technology Manager | Gensler \nCesar Escalante\, AIA | Senior Technical Marketing Manager | Autodesk \nModerator: \nDaniel Perez\, AIA | Principal | Studio Perez Earn 1 LU for attending live. \n  \nPlease Note: Registration for this webinar will close at 10:00 am on Wednesday\, November 6\, 2024.
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/ethics-and-diversity-considerations-of-ai-in-architecture/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,EDI,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20241022T033928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T215648Z
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SUMMARY:Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:A firm’s culture can make or break any attempt to change\, grow\, and evolve. This can be especially true as firms strive for integrated\, sustainable\, and high-performing design outcomes that span their entire portfolios\, not simply a few high-flying projects. This session will take you through some of the common challenges inherent in breaking out of “business as usual” design processes. You’ll also explore examples of strategies that leading firms have used successfully in their quests to meaningfully infuse sustainability throughout their firms and projects. \nSpeakers: \nKeith Hempel\, FAIA | President/CDO | LPA Design Studios \nAshley Mulhall\, AIA | Senior Associate | Orcutt Winslow \nDan Stine\, AIA | Director of Design Technology | Lake Flato \nModerator: \nEllen Mitchell\, AIA | Director of Sustainability and Applied Research | LPA Design Studios \n  \nPlease Note: Registration for this webinar will close at 10:00 am PT on Wednesday\, November 20\, 2024.
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/culture-eats-strategy-for-breakfast/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,EDI,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20241115T203233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T165707Z
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SUMMARY:Architecture\, Belonging\, Connection (ABC) - Candid Conversations about: Culture + EDI
DESCRIPTION:How can firms invest in the next generation to ensure the architectural profession remains relevant and impactful for clients and communities? What barriers stand in the way of cultivating a collaborative environment that encourages authenticity and learning? How can we recognize and celebrate the unique strengths of each team member? Join the conversation and commit to the #culturepledge (https://events.aiacalifornia.org/cultureshift/)
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/architecture-belonging-connection-abc-candid-conversations-about-culture-edi/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Architecture Belonging Connection,EDI,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20250221T012935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T014320Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Work with AI
DESCRIPTION:AIA California and Microsoft invite you to discover how AI can revolutionize your daily workflow — \nThis informative session will introduce architects to M365 Copilot\, showcasing how this powerful tool can enhance productivity\, creativity\, and collaboration. Attendees will learn how to integrate M365 Copilot into their daily tasks\, from drafting reports and managing schedules to generating design ideas and automating routine processes. This course is perfect for architects looking to stay ahead in the industry by leveraging AI to streamline their work and improve efficiency. \nSpeaker: Justin Preston – Sr. Director Modern Work Solutions\, Microsoft \n \nFREE registration for this webinar\, brought to you by Microsoft\, will close at 12:00 pm PT on Thursday\, March 6\, 2025.
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/the-future-of-work-with-ai/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Event,Continuing Education,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20250408T154956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T184719Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Architecture: A Discussion on Impact\, Influence and Perseverance
DESCRIPTION:Women’s roles and influence on the profession elevates design\, diversity\, practice\, the built environment\, and our communities. While the total number of women architects was 27% according to NCARB’s 2024 By the Numbers Report\, the profession is seeing an increase 43% of new architects in 2024 were women. In this session\, we are looking to celebrate and explore the diverse approaches\, perspectives\, and stories women in the architecture profession provide and experience day to day. Join us as we engage in discussions centered on: \n\nBalancing Act: Navigating Career and Motherhood in Architecture\nBreaking Barriers: Pay Equity\, Transparency and Opportunities in Architecture\nBuilding the Pipeline: Empowering Women in Architecture and STEAM\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\n\nCarina Mills\, AIA | AIA CA President\, 2025\n\nRona Rothenberg\, FAIA | AIA CA Past President\, 2022\n\nDebra Gerod\, FAIA | AIA CA Past President\, 2020\n\nBritt Lindberg\, FAIA | AIA CA Past President\, 2018\n\nPam Touschner\, FAIA | AIA CA Past President\, 2007
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/women-in-architecture-a-discussion-on-impact-influence-and-perseverance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:EDI,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20250422T005909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T211404Z
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SUMMARY:The Architecture Firm Maturity Index: A Roadmap to Sustainable Growth
DESCRIPTION:Scroll down to view the video.\nIs your architecture firm operating at peak efficiency\, or are you constantly putting out fires? Many firms struggle with inconsistent business development\, project bottlenecks\, financial uncertainty\, and disorganized operations—often without realizing the root cause is a lack of business maturity. \nIn this 60-minute webinar\, Founder of The Well-Designed Firm Steve Burns\, FAIA\, will walk you through a structured Maturity Index to help you assess your firm’s strengths and weaknesses across six critical areas: Winning Work\, Project Management\, Client Experience\, Finances\, Billing\, and Operations. You’ll gain a clear understanding of where your firm stands today and\, more importantly\, the specific steps you can take to level up your business processes\, improve efficiency\, and drive sustainable profitability. \nWe’ll explore practical\, real-world strategies for moving from reactive to proactive firm management\, ensuring you’re not just delivering great designs\, but also running a thriving\, resilient business. Whether you’re a principal\, partner\, or senior leader in an architecture firm\, this session will equip you with the actionable insights needed to build a more predictable\, scalable\, and profitable practice. \nFREE registration for this webinar\, brought to you by BQE Software\, will close at 12:00 pm PT on Thursday\, May 1\, 2025. \nPRESENTER:\nSteve Burns\, FAIA | Founder | The Well-Designed Firm
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/the-architecture-firm-maturity-index-a-roadmap-to-sustainable-growth/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Event,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Aceves":MAILTO:raceves@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20250516T000401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T230618Z
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SUMMARY:Shaping Talent: Internship & Job Shadow Insights for Firms
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis panel discussion brings together architects from a range of firms to share insights\, strategies\, and proven practices for creating meaningful internship and job shadow experiences. Participants will explore the core components of successful programs\, discover engagement techniques that foster hands-on learning\, and learn how to support the professional growth of early career talent through inclusive and confidence-building environments. Panelists will also discuss the return on investment these programs offer—from enhancing firm culture to strengthening recruitment pipelines—and share practical\, scalable approaches any firm can adopt to get started or improve their efforts. \n  \nPANEL \n\nWendy Rodgers\, AIA | Chief Executive Officer at LPA\, Inc.\nBill Leddy\, FAIA | Principal at Leddy Maytum Stacy\nLee Salin\, AIA | Managing Principal at ABA
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/shaping-talent-internship-job-shadow-insights-for-firms/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberly Anderson":MAILTO:kanderson@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20250701T181515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T190134Z
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SUMMARY:Running a Practice | Building Inclusive Foundations: Transforming Architecture Firms Through EDI Integration - Video
DESCRIPTION:SCROLL DOWN TO VIEW THE VIDEO.\nThis session qualifies for 1 LU/HSW (live webinar attendees only). \nRegistration for this webinar will close at 10am PT on Wednesday\, July 16\, 2025. Registrants will receive their Zoom link no later than 10:30am PT the day of.  \nArchitectural practices vary widely in size\, approach\, and perspective\, but what unites successful firms are the core values and principles that guide their decision-making and design processes. These foundational elements shape not only the projects a firm undertakes but also its workplace culture\, client relationships\, and ultimate impact on the built environment. \nIn our new “Running a Practice” series\, AIA California explores how architectural firms are integrating three essential principles into their practice: \n\nEquity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion (EDI)\nClimate Action\nSupport for Emerging Professionals\n\nJoin us for the inaugural session of this series as we spotlight three distinctive architectural practices that have successfully embedded EDI principles as core components of their business model. This session will offer actionable approaches to integrating EDI values into your firm’s DNA in ways that are authentic\, sustainable\, and transformative. \nSpeakers:\nMandy Freeland\, AIA | President and Principal Architect\, Mandy Freeland Architect\, Inc. \nQuinlin Messenger | Founder and Director\, JUST Design \nDebra Gerod\, FAIA | Partner\, Gruen Associates \nModerator:\nDan Perez\, AIA | Principal\, Studio Perez
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/running-a-practice-building-inclusive-foundations-transforming-architecture-firms-through-edi-integration/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Vasquez":MAILTO:svasquez@aiacalifornia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20251008T164055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T164055Z
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SUMMARY:American Institute of Architects Los Angeles - Immigration Summit
DESCRIPTION:Immigration directly shapes the future of Los Angeles and our industry. Immigrants make up one-third of Angelenos\, drive innovation\, own nearly 11% of California’s small businesses\, and sustain entire sectors like construction—which would see a 16% GDP contraction without them. In architecture and design\, their perspectives fuel creativity and ensure projects reflect cultural realities. \nThe summit will feature two essential panels: \n·       The Value of International Students in Higher Education – highlighting their role in innovation and global competitiveness. \n·       Immigration\, Skilled Labor\, and Creative Outcomes in AEC – showing how diverse perspectives strengthen resilience and enrich creative outcomes. \nThis isn’t a political conversation—it’s an economic\, creative\, and civic one. We believe it’s vital for our community to come together around it.
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/american-institute-of-architects-los-angeles-immigration-summit/
LOCATION:Center for Communities\, 4450 West Adams\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034045
CREATED:20251008T162319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T233710Z
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SUMMARY:Contractual Duty to Defend: Are You Managing Your Risk?
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this webinar will close at 10am PT on Wednesday\, October 29\, 2025. Registrants will receive their Zoom link no later than 10:30am PT the day of.  \nThis 60-minute program will provide a primer on contractual defense and indemnity and explains how the contractual liability exclusion in a professional liability policy can create an uninsured exposure for design firms. In this program we will examine a variety of contractual indemnity clauses since the 2018 amendments to Civil Code section 2782.8\, placing an emphasis on the competing theories governing the duty to defend in design professional contracts. The final portion of this program will focus on AIA California’s new “Duty to Defend” memo\, providing members an outline to support negotiation and risk management efforts in avoiding or mitigating the impacts of an uninsurable defense obligation. \nThis session qualifies for 1 LU (live webinar attendees only). \nSpeakers:\nLaura Knauss\, AIA | President\, Lionakis \nBrett Stewart\, Esq. | Manager\, Loss Prevention and Education\, Design Professional\, AXA XL\, a division of AXA \nDavid Barker\, Esq. | Attorney at Law\, Collins + Collins LLP
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/contractual-duty-to-defend-are-you-managing-your-risk/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Vasquez":MAILTO:svasquez@aiacalifornia.org
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SUMMARY:Architectural Record Webinar: Rewards and Challenges of Design-Assist
DESCRIPTION:Lessons for Students in Collaborative Project Delivery\n03.25.2026 | 2:00 PM EDT | 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU \nThis webinar is part of Architectural Record’s ongoing series designed for students and emerging professionals\, offering insights from industry leaders to inspire the next generation of architects. \nBringing architects\, engineers\, and contractors to the table during a project’s design phase can offer rewards in building efficiency\, constructability\, and design refinement. However\, managing collaboration between an expanded design team can create its own set of challenges. \nOn March 25\, join RECORD and three panelists—from architecture firm Ennead\, environmental consultant Atelier Ten\, and structural and facade engineering studio Büro Ehring—who frequently incorporate design-assist methods into their work. Speakers will highlight their respective methodologies and recent case studies\, including Princeton University’s Briger Hall\, Commons\, and School of Engineering and Applied Sciences; and the Albright-Knox Art Gallery\, among others. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDiscuss the potential building performance benefits of a design-assist approach.\nOutline the impact of design-assist on constructability.\nIdentify the challenges presented by design-assist delivery.\nExplore multidisciplinary collaboration as a means of improving design.\n\nRegister Now \nSpeakers:\nHolger Schulze Ehring – Principal\, Büro Ehring \nMatt Dionne – Principal\, Ennead Architects \nShanta Tucker – Director\, Atelier Ten
URL:https://events.aiacalifornia.org/event/architectural-record-webinar-rewards-and-challenges-of-design-assist/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Emerging,Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Vasquez":MAILTO:svasquez@aiacalifornia.org
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