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02
Wed
01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Jobsite Tour - Prefab Case Study with ArchKey Technologies
Minnesota Community of Practice
01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Jobsite Tour - Prefab Case Study with ArchKey Technologies
Minnesota Community of Practice
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Join Ryan Companies’ and ArchKey’s Fourth & Park project team as they walk you through their installation process, from conception in prefabrication to deployment onsite. ArchKey Solutions uses a comprehensive approach to project management combining the power of preconstruction planning, Lean construction principles, and Advanced Work Packages with execution plans for prefabrication and onsite work.
03
Thu
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Gemba Walks for Construction
Webinar
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Gemba Walks for Construction
Webinar
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Construction teams looking to improve the value being produced by workers and to create safer working environments conduct Gemba Walks.  In the Gemba Walks for Construction course, participants will gain insight to the what, why and how to successfully implement this method to support their projects.  This course is important to developing a positive continuous improvement mindset on your projects.  Learning Objectives: 1. Gain an understanding of the definitions of Gemba and Gemba Walks: “The What.” 2. Identify the purpose and roles related to conducting a Gemba Walk: “The Why.” 3. Discover the process of conducting a Gemba Walk including key guiding questions: “The How.” 4. Gain insight through real-project examples of Gemba Walks and the resulting improvements. Presenter: Eric...
04
Fri
07:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Industry Day
San Diego Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Industry Day
San Diego Community of Practice
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  Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Parking is included, next door to the Alumni Center   Early Bird Registration Registration – $125.00 – ends July 14th Regular Registration fee is $150.00 Owners and Students register free of charge Registration extended through August 3rd Sponsorship Opportunities are available!
09
Wed
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Carolinas Community of Practice
01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Supporting Employee Mental Health: Workplace Communication
Industry Day
05:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Discovering Lean Success: Roche/Genentech's Transformation
Northern California Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
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....
01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Supporting Employee Mental Health: Workplace Communication
A Lean Coffee
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Lean Construction Institute Respect for People National Virtual Event “Supporting Employee Mental Health: Building a Culture of Compassion and Communication”   Date: August 9, 2023 Time: 1:00 p.m. EDT – 4:00 p.m. EDT Cost: Complimentary Location: Zoom Join Lean Construction Institute for a transformative, complimentary virtual event, “Supporting Employee Mental Health: Building a Culture of Compassion and Communication”, designed specifically for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction & Owner (AECO) industry. Elevate your organization’s approach to employee well-being and mental health by participating in a groundbreaking workshop focused on workplace communication and conversations. In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environment, prioritizing employee mental health is not only crucial for their well-being but also for the overall success of your organization. This event...
05:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Discovering Lean Success: Roche/Genentech's Transformation
Northern California Community of Practice
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Welcome and Introduction: Paul Matuszewski, Genentech Paul is the Executive Director of Design & Construction at Genentech and overseas the portfolio of projects at the South San Francisco campus. Speakers: Jeff Long, Genentech Jeff serves as the Global Operational Excellence Lead, providing leadership to ensure capability building programs are effective and meet ongoing Business needs. Jeff worked 24 years with the Bechtel Corporation, in the areas of program and project management, and has been instrumental in supporting Genentech’s embrace of Lean Construction methods. Jeff is a certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt with a BS in Construction Engineering & Management from Purdue University, and MBA from Golden Gate University. Mike Greening, Genentech Mike is the US Head of Project Delivery,...
10
Thu
04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Real Talk: Why Project Owners Want Prefab and How Our
Chicago Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Real Talk: Why Project Owners Want Prefab and How Our
Chicago Community of Practice
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  Project Owners in the Chicagoland area have varied experiences with lean design, construction, and prefabrication. This two-part event will bring project owners together in a round table format, where they can discuss their respective lean goals and share lessons learned. Following the owners’ round table is a panel discussion featuring project owners’ prefabrication journey and how the industry can support their prefab goals.      Panelists: Elizabeth Lockwood, University of Chicago Medicine Elizabeth is a Project Manager with University of Chicago Medicine Facility, Planning, Design and Construction.  One of her current projects is the insertion of two operating rooms on an existing surgical floor using modular wall panels and a prefabricated ceiling system. Daniel Ratko, Rush University Medical Center...
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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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Sponsored by:   Click here for parking information.
15
Tue
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Target Value Delivery In Use
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Target Value Delivery In Use
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
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16
Wed
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Lean Coffee
Target Value Delivery In Use
04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Lean Happy Hour
Cascadia-Portland Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Lean Coffee
Target Value Delivery In Use
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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...
04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Lean Happy Hour
Cascadia-Portland Community of Practice
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  This event is in-person at  JE Dunn’s new office location in Beaverton, OR. Happy Hour snacks and refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by: 
17
Thu
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Validation
Salt Lake City Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Introduction to Choosing by Advantages Sound Decisionmaking
Webinar
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Validation
Salt Lake City Community of Practice
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Speaker: Paul Martin – Active Estimating, Principal Paul is a preconstruction and estimating professional, with a well-round portfolio in high-profile projects using Target Value Design Delivery – specifically in the healthcare field. Mr. Martin has developed a reputation for being at the forefront of innovation in the preconstruction part of the industry with the development and implementation of Active Estimating® methodology. As a guest lecturer and presenter both nationally and internationally he covers the topics of integration of technology, analytical interpretation, and preconstruction behavioral team process to ensure reliable predictions of cost and time.  Breakfast provided courtesy of: 
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Introduction to Choosing by Advantages Sound Decisionmaking
Webinar
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Presenter: Rebecca Snelling – RS Consulting 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**
21
Mon
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
3rd Annual Lean Golf
Wisconsin Community of Practice
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
3rd Annual Lean Golf
Wisconsin Community of Practice
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23
Wed
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
A Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Lean Coffee: Facilitations - In-Person, Virtual and Hybrid;
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Introduction to LCI Influencing Up for Lean Transformation
Arizona Community of Practice
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
A Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
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Speakers: Brian Garcea, Lean Coffee Co-Chair – RG Construction John Zachara, Lean Coffee Co-Chair – IFS Group Joe Pecoraro, Lean Coffee Facilitator – Skender   Registration is free – Please pre-register.
03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Lean Coffee: Facilitations - In-Person, Virtual and Hybrid;
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice
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  Speaker: Rob Penney, Skanska USA Building, Inc National Director of Continuous Improvement for Skanska USA Building Inc. – A certified Six Sigma Black Belt, SAFe 5 Agilist, and Advanced Lean Practitioner, Rob currently leads the National Continuous Improvement Committee at Skanska (NCIC), a 20-person member team of lean experts and facilitators who create a culture of continuous improvement in the field and in Skanska offices around the country.
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Introduction to LCI Influencing Up for Lean Transformation
Arizona Community of Practice
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Learning Objectives: Overview of the challenges of gaining buy-in for Lean transformation from key executive decision makers. Review the types of decision makers personalities and how to best approach them. Consider your own style of influencing others. Overview key practices and tools that result in increased buy-in for organizational Lean transformation. Review how to gain self-awareness, context-awareness and practical tools to obtain greater buy-in from decision makers about lean transformation. Review how to implement a plan to influence up for Lean transformation. Instructors: Matt Cukovecki – Senior Purchasing Manger and Lean IPD Leader, Procter & Gamble As a P&G LIPD Core Team member he helps craft P&G’s IPD Program.  With a focus on people, culture, and mindset he leverages his...
24
Thu
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
GC's and Trade Partners: Better Together
New Orleans Community of Practice
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
GC's and Trade Partners: Better Together
New Orleans Community of Practice
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29
Tue
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Lean & Takt Construction
Webinar
01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Lean Safety in Action: ASUS’s Methods, Metrics, & Tools
Webinar
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Lean & Takt Construction
Webinar
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Please use the link you will be provided from GoToWebinar, after you have registered, to add this webinar to your calendar. **This webinar will be recorded and the video will be available on the 2023 LCI Congress website**
01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Lean Safety in Action: ASUS’s Methods, Metrics, & Tools
Webinar
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Please use the link you will be provided from GoToWebinar, after you have registered, to add this webinar to your calendar. **This webinar will be recorded and the video will be available on the 2023 LCI Congress website**
30
Wed
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Crafting a Team focused on capitalizing the value of prefabr
Central Indiana Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Crafting a Team focused on capitalizing the value of prefabr
Central Indiana Community of Practice
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  Speaker: Ryan O’Connell, Heapy Engineering   Coffee and light breakfast provided Parking available on-site

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Lean in Design Forum

May 1-2, 2024

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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