May 18, 2021 | How to Think Like a Lawyer presented by David B. Kosakoff, Esq., LEED AP of Kosakoff & Cataldo LLP, and Stephanie Reda, Esq., of Everest Insurance August 3, 2021 | AIANYS, the 13 Local Chapters within New York State and AGC NYS presented an Introduction to Lean Construction & Design presented by Sam Spata, AIA of EXYTE Group, Jason Beach of GLOBAL FOUNDRIES and Kyle Price of WWPS. August 17, 2021 | Hybrid Work Environment Best Practices was presented by the Technology and Culture Discussion groups. It was moderated by Evelyn Lee, FAIA and included program panelists: Jessica Sheridan, AIA, of Mancini Duffy, Diana Nicklaus, AIA of SAAM Architecture and Jennifer L. Massey, SPHR of Integra HR LLC. The Oldcastle APG Online University’s bi-weekly webinar series remains popular with our members. They are provided at no additional cost and offer 1.0 HSW/LU credits. Watch your emails for upcoming programs through the rest of the year.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS Laura Cooney, AIA, will be presenting three “Basic Design by the 2020 Building Codes New York State” programs on October 4 & 6, October 11 & 13, and October 18 & 20. Each session will be held over the course of two days and approved for 7 LU/HSW credits. Registration is open for all three dates. 2021 Virtual Tri-State Conference: “Return to the Future” scheduled for December 8-10 and hosted by AIA New York State, AIA New Jersey and AIA Pennsylvania. After shifting to respond to our member’s immediate needs over the past 18 months, this year’s conference focuses on looking towards the future by returning to the practice of architecture. Sessions will focus on leadership, community and sustainability providing knowledge, insight and tools to assist firms in navigating today’s changing world. Diverse education tracks address starting your own firm, sustainable design, small firm operation strategies, leadership skills and networking opportunities. Our Keynote speakers will provide entertaining, compelling thought-provoking talks to stimulate conversation. On Thursday, Dr. Moogega Cooper, NASA Planetary Protection Engineer and a real-life guardian of the galaxy will talk about her work and about empowering others to achieve their dreams. On Friday, Anirdan Basu, Chief Economist of the Associated Builders and Contractors brings his vibrant style to provide an entertaining economic forecast. Watch your email for registration and full schedule information.
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Affordable registration fees will provide members quality education programs at a fair price. Registration fees are: Pre-Conference: AIA Member: $25/person; AIA Associate Member: $25/person Full Conference: Early Bird rates: AIA Member: $135/person; AIA Associate Member: $125/person; After Early Bird rates: AIA Member: $150/person; AIA Associate Member: $140/person Sponsorships and a virtual expo will be made available to companies to support the program and to showcase their products and services. Sponsorships include: • Show Sponsor - $5,500 • Title Sponsorships - $2,500 each • Keynote Presentation - $2,500 per partner or $5,000 exclusive • Promo Swag Box - $2,000 • Happy Hours Sponsor - $750 per company • Digital Platform Sponsor - $500 per company • Supporting Sponsor - $250 per company The virtual expo area will add a new dimension. The Education Station Expo incorporates an educational component as part of a virtual exhibit. It provides companies added visibility and participants with value-added education. Exhibiting companies will develop a 60-minute AIA-approved continuing education session examining how their product can solve a particular design challenge facing architects. These sessions will be scheduled during the conference along with exclusive expo time. Do you have an innovative, appealing topic that could be developed into a live, interactive program? Contact Mike Cocca, Director of Education & Marketing, mcocca@aianys.org to discuss your topic in more detail. Your input is important to us. All programs and registration links can be found on the AIANYS website here - https://www.aianys.org/calendar/.
