SPOTLIGHT

2016 ASCE Structural and SEI Awards

The Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) is proud to congratulate the winners of the 2016 ASCE Structural and SEI Awards:

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING INSTITUTE AWARDS 2016 Chapter of the Year Award

Te 2016 SEI Chapter of the Year Award was given to the SEI Maryland Chapter. Te SEI Maryland Chapter has strived to create programs with diverse content including bridge, building, waterfront, and geo-structural topics. Te Chapter has partnered with local universities to create student-centered content during on-campus meetings that are free of charge for students and has conducted extensive K-12 outreach.

2016 Graduate Student Chapter of the Year

SEI presented the 2016 Graduate Student Chapter award to the West Virginia University Graduate Student Chapter. Te chapter has been active in providing educational opportunities, speaking opportunities to present research in conjunction with professional events and SEI Structures Congress, and outreach to undergraduate and K-12 students. In addition to these eforts, their members have been active on the SEI Graduate Student Chapter Leadership Council and have assisted in forming the policies and procedures that govern the SEI Graduate Student Chapters.

W. Gene Corley Award

Te 2016 W. Gene Corley Award was given to Susan A. Jorgensen, P.E., LEED, AP BD+C, M.SEI, M.ASCE. Ms. Jorgensen is commended for her outstanding service to the engineering profession by distinguishing Structural Engineering as a profession through her persistent eforts to obtain Structural Engineering licensure nationwide and through her leadership of the Structural Engineering Licensure Coalition.

Gene Wilhoite Innovations in Transmission Line Engineering Award

Te 2016 Gene Wilhoite Award was presented to Dana Crissey, P.E., M.ASCE. Mr. Crissey’s support, strong leadership and participation in ASCE/SEI spans over thirty years. His leadership, willingness to share his knowledge and experience and continuous education of his staf and peers in the electric utility industry were strong factors in his selection.

Dennis L. Tewksbury Award

Te 2016 Tewksbury Award was presented to Marc I. Hoit, Ph.D., F.SEI, F.ASCE. Dr. Hoit has been committed to improving the quality and efectiveness of ASCE and SEI’s technical programs and has helped the annual Structures Congress grow in attendance and international signifcance.

Walter P. Moore, Jr. Award

Te 2016 Walter P. Moore, Jr. Award was given to John D. Hooper, P.E., S.E., F.SEI, F.ASCE. Mr. Hooper has served as the Chair of the ASCE 7 Seismic Subcommittee for both the 2010 and 2016 cycles and has signifcantly improved the reliability and safety of structures subjected to seismic loads.

SEI President’s Award

Te 2016 SEI President’s Award was given to Donald Dusenberry, P.E., SECB, F.SEI, F.ASCE. Mr. Dusenberry has made signifcant contributions to SEI through leadership roles in technical, publications and standards eforts, and through his leadership on the SEI Board, particularly in developing the Vision for the Future Structural Engineer.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERING STRUCTURAL AWARDS Shortridge Hardesty Award

Te 2016 Shortridge Hardesty Award was given to Kim J.R. Rasmussen, Ph.D., M.ASCE. Professor Rasmussen is honored for his contributions to the development of practical design provisions and advanced analysis guidelines in the feld of structural stability. Troughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional talent both as a researcher and as a leader and administrator.

Ernest E. Howard Award

Te 2016 Ernest E. Howard Award was given to Ron Klemencic, P.E., S.E., M.ASCE. Mr. Klemencic is honored for his leadership in the application of performance-based seismic design methods for tall building structures and the promulgation of this approach throughout the structural engineering profession.

Walter L. Huber Civil Engineering Prize

Up to fve Huber Prizes are awarded each year for achievements in civil engineering research. Amit Kanvinde, Ph.D., M.ASCE, is one of the 2016 winners of the Huber Prize. Dr. Kanvinde is honored for signifcant contributions in modeling integrated with large-scale

Left to right: Shuxian Wassenius, Susan Jorgenson, David Odeh, Sheila Rimal Duwadi, John Hooper, Dana Crissey, Marc Hoit, Laura Champion.

experiments to advance the analysis and design of steel connections and members.

Moisseif Award

Te 2016 Moisseif Award was presented to

Matthew R. Eatherton, Ph.D., P.E., S.E., M.ASCE; Xiang Ma, A.M.ASCE; Helmut Krawinkler, Ph.D.; Gregory G. Deierlein, P.E., F.ASCE; and Jerome F. Hajjar, Ph.D.,

P.E., F.SEI, F.ASCE for the paper titled QuasiStatic Cyclic Behavior of Controlled Rocking Steel Frames, published in the November 2014 issue of the Journal of Structural Engineering. Te team contributed to a multi-institution, international research project to develop the controlled rocking system.

Raymond C. Reese Research Prize

Te 2016 Raymond C. Reese Prize was presented to Ronny Purba, Ph.D., and Michel Bruneau, Ph.D., P.Eng., F.ASCE for their paper titled Seismic Performance of Steel Plate Shear Walls Considering Two Diferent Design Philosophies of Infll Plates II: Assessment of Collapse Potential, published in the June 2015 issue of the Journal of Structural Engineering. Te paper recommended design changes that have been implemented into the document that directly governs the design practice.

George Winter Award

Te 2016 George Winter Award was given to Andrea Surovek, Ph.D., P.E., F.SEI, M.ASCE. Dr. Surovek has made signifcant technical contributions in structural engineering and accomplishments in the arts and theater. Also, she has been an active ASCE and SEI volunteer and has chaired several major committees.

To submit a nomination for the 2017 awards visit the SEI website at www.asce.org/structural-engineering/ structural-engineering-awards.

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NCSEA News

NCSEA Code Advisory Committee – Wind Engineering Subcommittee Buildings Starting to be Designed for Resiliency

e federal government provides a signi cant amount of disaster relief funds to state and local governments each year for emergency and major disasters. For example, Congress provided roughly $120 billion for Hurricane Katrina and $60 billion for Hurricane Sandy recovery. Even in years with relatively few major disasters, it is typical for the federal government to annually appropriate between $2 billion and $6 billion to help pay for recovery projects. Studies and analyses of disasters indicate that there has been an increase in the number of major disasters declared each year. In addition, scholars of disaster policy and other experts such as climatologists expect disasters to increase in both frequency and costs in the near future, with the e ects of climate change being considered. Congressional interest in disaster assistance has always been high given the amount of money provided to states and localities, but also because of increasing disagreements over the appropriate role of the federal government in providing assistance. Other concerns include the use of supplemental appropriations to pay for disaster relief, o setting expenditures for disaster assistance, and whether some of the federal burden for disaster assistance should be shifted to states and local governments. Over this last decade, there has been a signi cant increase in research, education and promotion for developing community based resilience plans for natural and man-made disasters. us, the current buzzword of choice in the federal government and in our building code organizations is “Resiliency”. Almost every agency in the federal government has some type of resiliency initiative being worked on, with currently in excess of 100 initiatives on the topic being studied. ese e orts involve thousands of individuals from various professions and tens of thousands of man hours. “Resiliency is the ability to prepare for anticipated hazards, adapt to changing conditions, and withstand and recover rapidly from disruptions” (Ms. Penny Pitzker, U.S. Secretary of Commerce). is sounds simple enough; however, a major road block in achieving these goals stems from the current approach used to establish performance goals of the buildings that we, as structural engineers, design. Our current codes are based on a life safety approach only, for a majority of our buildings, and do not consider the loss of functionality that can result in extensive socioeconomic disruptions and slow recovery after a major hazard event. ere are some exceptions in our current design approach, i.e., performance-based seismic design for essential facilities; but overall we need to rethink our current design approach to integrate more of a system, or communitylevel-performance objectives, into our design requirements. NCSEA has been involved in these e orts over the past few years, to monitor the recommendations of these resiliency initiatives as they relate to the buildings codes. Currently, the main recommendations have been to promote the requirements for special inspections and structural observations during the construction process. Many of the studies have shown that these increased inspections during construction will provide signi cantly better resistance to the loads imposed by natural hazards. Buildings are starting to be designed for “resiliency” by doing simple things like elevating the emergency power systems out of the ood plain, providing impact resistant glazing for hospitals in tornado zones, anchoring equipment to the structure in seismic regions, and designing exterior cladding systems for blast loads. ese are steps that will help in the return to functionality following the natural hazard. We as structural engineers have a unique position in the design team to help the owners, architects, and other design professionals involved in our projects consider what minor design options can be utilized to make the building more resilient. We have a greater understanding of the magnitude of these natural and man-made disasters and the e ects that they will have on the structures that we design. Most of the general public, and many of our fellow design professionals, consider buildings that we design “earthquake proof” or “hurricane proof” while we know that they are designed to a life safety code. We can also provide valuable insight in the codes and standards process to help move to a more community-resilient-design approach. Donald R. Scott, S.E., F.SEI, F.ASCE, is Vice President, Director of Engineering for PCS Structural Solutions, and Chair of NCSEA’s Code Advisory Wind Engineering Subcommittee.

New NCSEA Executive Director Named

As previously announced, Jeanne Vogelzang is retiring as NCSEA’s Executive Director, coinciding with her move to Orange Beach, Alabama. As part of her transition plan, the NCSEA Board of Directors formed a Search Committee to ll the position and lead us into the future of NCSEA. Following an assessment of needs and an evaluation of over 50 candidates, the NCSEA Board has selected Al Spada to assume the Executive Director position on July 25. Al comes to us from the American Foundry Society, where he spent the last 18 years, most recently as Vice President of Business Development and Publisher/Editor in Chief of the Society’s three trade magazines. “In the last 20 years, Jeanne has done an incredible job and has positioned us for success. Al has a great starting point, and I’m con dent that he will help make NCSEA even more successful in the future,” stated NCSEA Board President Brian Dekker. Jeanne Vogelzang will be assisting in the transition, and both Jeanne and Al will be at NCSEA’s Structural Engineering Summit in Orlando in September.

NCSEA Webinars

August 9, 2016 Multi-Hazard Design of Blast-Resistant Facades August 25, 2016 Assessment of Seismic Performance of Reinforced Masonry Wall Structures September 27, 2016 Case Studies in Evaluation & Instrumentation of Existing Buildings Detailed information on the webinars and a registration link can be found at www.ncsea.com. Subscriptions that include both live and recorded webinars are available! 1.5 hours of continuing education. Approved for CE credit in all 50 states.

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Structural engineers from across the country will be gathering at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in Orlando for the 2016 NCSEA Structural Engineering Summit, featuring timely and informative education speci c to the practicing structural engineer. Sessions will be available on two tracks, covering a wide range of topics. e keynote for the Summit will be Kent Estes, S.E., Ph.D., of Walt Disney Imagineering, on Structural Engineering for Walt Disney eme Parks. e full slate of educational sessions can be found at www.ncsea.com.

Hotel

e host hotel and site of the sessions and trade show is Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Rooms are also available at Disney’s Grand Floridian, which is on the same monorail line as the Contemporary. Links for online reservations can be found at www.ncsea.com. Reserve your rooms, as we expect to sell out our room block well before the start of the Summit.

Networking & Social Events

Along with the stellar educational sessions, the Summit o ers many opportunities for networking and social activities with your fellow engineers. Wednesday – e Summit kicks o with two opportunities to meet and reconnect with Summit attendees. A Reception sponsored by the NCSEA Young Member Group Committee will be held at the Contemporary Resort from 4:30-5:30 p.m. e Reception will include recognition of the Summit Scholarship recipients as well as the presentation of the Young Member Chapter of the Year award. All Summit attendees are welcome. Following the Reception, attendees will be treated to a Gala Dinner event at the Orlando Museum of Art, hosted by Computers & Structures, Inc. Continuous shuttle service will begin at 6 p.m. from the Contemporary Resort. e event will feature endless food, bottomless champagne, open bar and unforgettable entertainment. Thursday – ursday evening is the Welcome Reception, held on the trade show oor. Enjoy cocktails, food and the opportunity to visit with NCSEA Trade Show exhibitors. Friday – Engineering projects and leaders in the structural engineering eld will be honored at the NCSEA Awards Banquet. e Banquet features the presentation of the NCSEA Excellence in Structural Engineering Awards, honoring the best examples of structural engineering ingenuity throughout the world. e Banquet also includes the presentation of the NCSEA Special Awards, given to NCSEA members who have provided outstanding service and commitment to the association and to the structural engineering eld. Formal attire is encouraged, but not required. In addition to the functions listed above, attendees will have the opportunity to visit and network during the breakfasts and lunches, as well as refreshment breaks. Register today at www.ncsea.com! Summit Sponsors to date:

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Structural Short Course and Technical Sessions at the ASCE 2016 Convention

September 28 – October 1, 2016, Portland, Oregon

Te technical program for the 2016 ASCE Convention was recently announced. Join civil engineers from across ASCE to celebrate the best the profession can ofer including sessions that will beneft structural engineers. Below is a small sample of what ASCE Convention attendees can expect. Short Course:

Lifeline Performance – Tohoku Earthquake & Tsunami March 2010

Wednesday, September 28, 2016 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tis workshop will cover physical efects of the earthquake and tsunami, feld observation of earthquake and tsunami damage to critical infrastructure systems (including roads and bridges, railway system, airports, marine ports, electric power, natural gas, liquid fuel, telecommunication, water and wastewater systems), interdependencies of lifeline systems, response and recovery of lifeline systems, and debris management. Technical Sessions:

ASCE/SEI Assessment of the Chile Earthquake of 2010

Tursday, September 29, 2016 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Challenges of Replacement and/or Rehabilitation of Local Bridges

Friday, September 30, 2016 10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

ASCE/SEI 7: Updates to the 2016 edition

Friday, September 30, 2016 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Te New Chapter on Tsunami Loads and Efects in ASCE 7-16

Saturday, October 1, 2016 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Special Tour:

Willamette River Bridges Tour

Wednesday, September 28, 2016 12:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Take a unique tour of Portland’s Bridges on the Portland Spirit Explorer. Downtown Portland has a wide array of historic and unique bridges crossing the Willamette River including vertical lift and bascule spans, an independent double vertical lift, a Rall-wheel bascule, the world’s second longest steel tied arch bridge, and a new cable-stayed bridge for transit, bikes and pedestrians only. Te cruise will be narrated by Sharon Wood Wortman and Ed Wortman, well-known local authors of the Portland Bridge Book and the newly released Big & Awesome Bridges of Portland & Vancouver. Visit the Convention website at http://asceconvention.org for more information, download the Preliminary Program and to register.

Errata

SEI posts up-to-date errata information for our publications at www.asce.org/SEI. Click on “Publications” on our menu, and select “Errata.” If you have any errata that you would like to submit, please email it to Jon Esslinger at jesslinger@asce.org.

ASCE Week Las Vegas

Earn up to 34 PDHs in one week

Don’t miss ASCE Week, September 26 – 30, 2016, at the Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa & Casino in Henderson, Nevada. ASCE Week ofers ASCE’s most popular face-to-face seminars in one location. Structural seminars include Structural-Condition Assessment of Existing Structures, Seismic Analysis of Structures and Equipment, and Structural Engineering of a 4-Story, Combined Material Building Using the 2015 International Building Code. Also, there will be a special tour of Hoover Dam, Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, and Lake Mead. Register at www.asce.org/asceweek by September 2 for special discounts.

Dan Frangopol Receives Multiple International Honors

Dan M. Frangopol, Ph.D., P.E., F.SEI, F.EMI, Dist.M.ASCE, was elected as a foreign member of the Academia Europaea. He was one of only four foreign members elected in the Physics and Engineering Science section. Dr. Frangopol is a longtime SEI leader and is currently the chair of the Technical Council on Life-Cycle Performance. Earlier this year he received an honorary doctorate (Laurea Magistrale ad Honorem) from the Politecnico di Milano. Tis was the fourth honorary doctorate Frangopol has received in his career. Learn more on the Lehigh University website at www.lehigh.edu/~incee/news/frangopolinternational-awards.html.

SEI Member Writes Book about Pittsburgh Bridges

Linda Kaplan, chair of SEI’s Young Professional Committee, recently completed the book Bridges...Pittsburgh at the Point...A Journey Trough History. Co-written with Tomas Leech, the book is a truly distinctive and valuable coverage of this topic. It explains when and where bridges were built, who built them, how they work, the historical context of the time they were constructed, and how these bridges helped to transform Pittsburgh and the region. Learn more on the publisher’s website at www.wordassociation.com/ history%20book%20page/bridges.html.

SEI Welcomes Two New Graduate Student Chapters

• Georgia Tech, chaired by Sujith Mangalathu,

sujithmss@gatech.edu

• University of Wyoming, chaired by Bryce Fiore,

bfore@uwyo.edu

Tere are now eight SEI Graduate Student Chapters (GSCs). GSCs conduct a variety of activities including presenting visiting speakers, helping members connect with peers, feld trips, and outreach activities to prospective students. For more information visit the SEI website at www.asce.org/ structural-engineering/sei-local-groups.

SEI Local Activities

West Coast Florida Chapter

Te SEI West Coast Florida Chapter has presented a variety of events for its members. Tese include recent presentations about the Longboat Bascule Bridge and a panel discussion on the New St. Pete Pier. Learn more about these and other chapter activities on the SEI news web page.

Houston Chapter announces their Fall Technical Luncheons Dates and Speakers:

Tuesday, September 13th: Ultra-Performance Concrete (UHPC) in Bridge Structures Gregory Nault, P.E., S.E., Project Manager – Ductal Bridge Engineering, Lafarge Holcim Tuesday, October 11th: Giving a Legal Deposition – An Engineer’s Perspective Narendra Gosain, Ph.D., P.E., Senior Consultant, Diagnostics Group, Walter P Moore Tuesday, November 8th: Enhanced Building Resilience Required for Community Continuity Stephen S. Szoke, P.E., F.ACI, F.SEI, F.ASCE, LEED AP, CSI-CDT, Senior Director, Codes and Standards Portland Cement Association

SEI President Speaks at NAE AAES Convocation

On April 18, SEI President David J. Odeh, P.E., S.E., SECB, F.SEI, F.ASCE, spoke at the 2016 National Academy of Engineering (NAE) – American Association of Engineering Societies (AAES) Convocation of the Professional Engineering Societies. Te NAE-AAES Convocation brought together engineering society leaders from a wide range of disciplines to discuss important topics not only to the engineering community but also with broader implications for the United States. As a panelist for Te Revolution in Modeling and Simulation for Engineering session, Mr. Odeh took part in a discussion on computational modeling, simulation, and visualization tools as key drivers in providing accelerated innovation and cost reduction in processes and products. In particular, Mr. Odeh focused on building information modeling (BIM) during his presentation Virtual Design and Construction – New Tools to Manage Risk and Improve Outcomes for Building Projects. He highlighted how integrated models could improve the decision-making process and provide opportunities for collaboration. Te event took place at the National Academy of Sciences Building in Washington, D.C.

Oregon Chapter

Te SEI Oregon Chapter recently held a joint meeting with SEAO on the subject of seismic preparedness. Te presentations by Chris Goldfnger, Amit Kumar, Carmen Merlo, and Steve Drohota, were well received by the 80 participants. Learn more on the SEI news web page.

Get Involved in Local SEI Activities

Join your local SEI Chapter, Graduate Student Chapter (GSC), or Structural Technical Groups (STG) to connect with colleagues, take advantage of local opportunities for lifelong learning, and advance structural engineering in your area. If there is not an SEI Chapter, GSC, or STG in your area, review the simple steps to form an SEI Chapter at www.asce.org/structural-engineering/sei-local-groups. Local SEI Chapters and Structural Technical Groups of the ASCE Sections/Branches serve local member structural, technical, and professional needs through a variety of innovative programs. SEI supports local SEI Chapters with opportunities for local Chairs to learn about new initiatives and best practices with other local SEI Professional Chapter and Grad Student Chapter leaders (quarterly conference call and annual funded SEI Local Leader Conference including technical tour and training). Tose local structural groups that afliate with SEI and establish local Chapters receive SEI Chapter logo/branding, complimentary webinar and banner, and more.

CASE in Point

CASE #10 – An Agreement Between Structural Engineer of Record and Geotechnical Engineer of Record, 2015 Te Structural Engineer of Record may be required to include geotechnical engineering services as a part of its agreement. If a geotechnical engineer & laboratory must be subcontracted for this service, the CASE # 10 may be used. It can also be altered for use between an Owner and the Geotechnical Engineer of Record. CASE #11 – An Agreement Between Structural Engineer of Record (SER) and Contractor for Transfer of Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) fles on Electronic Media, 2015 Fabricators and suppliers are requesting CAD or BIM fles from the designer. By providing CAD or BIM fles, changes may be made to the fles by others that would not be distinguishable without a critical review. CASE #11 is used so that both the Structural Engineer of Record and recipient of the CAD or BIM fles understand the limitations and extent to which the fles may be utilized. Tis is an agreement to allow for the transfer of CAD or BIM fles to others. CASE #12 – An Agreement Between Client and Structural Engineer for Forensic Engineering (Expert) Services, 2015 Tis is a sample agreement when the engineer is engaged as a forensic expert. It is designed primarily for when the Structural Engineer is engaged as an expert in the resolution of construction disputes, but can be adapted to other circumstances where the Structural Engineer is a qualifed expert. CASE #13 — Prime Contract, an Agreement between Owner and Structural Engineer for Professional Services, 2015 Tis Agreement is intended for the Structural Engineer to serve as the Prime Design Professional. It addresses projects which may require other engineering disciplines and architectural services which are more than incidental. Examples are parking garages, warehouses, light industrial buildings, sports facilities and structural renovations. It should be distinguished from CASE #2, which is to be used when the Structural Engineer of Record has an agreement with the Owner but does not serve as the Prime Design Professional. Tis document is written to be compatible with CASE #3, which can be used by the Structural Engineer as Prime Design Professional to contract with consultants on the same project in conjunction with this agreement CASE #14A – Supplemental Form A, Additional Services Form, 2015 A one-page Additional Services form to be signed by both the Structural Engineer and the Client. CASE #14B – Standard Form for Request for Information (RFI), 2015 Te purpose of this document is to provide the design team with a standard Request for Information (RFI) form that can be included in the bid documents and used by all contractors and subcontractors on the project. CASE #15 – Commentary On AIA Document A201 “General Conditions of the Contract for Construction”, 1997 Edition Te purpose of this Commentary is to point out sections and paragraphs of AIA Document A-201 which, in the opinion of CASE, merit special attention, or which other reviewers have found to contain “pitfalls.” (See also CASE Contract Document 6.) CASE #16 – An Agreement Between Client and Structural Engineer for a Structural Condition Assessment, 2015 Te purpose of this Document is to provide a sample Agreement for structural engineers to use when providing a structural condition assessment directly to a client. Examples are – earthquake evaluation, seismic retroftting, fre or wind damage, changes in occupancy or historic preservation.

You can purchase these and other CASE products at www.acec.org/bookstore.

Pathways to Executive Leadership

A practical, focused program for new leaders facing the challenges of a continuously evolving business environment. To be successful at taking on higher levels of leadership responsibility and prepare for the demands of being owners, new practice builders need specifc and relevant training in the intricacies of leading an AE frm in ever-changing, always uncertain economic times. Pathways to Executive Leadership is an intensive leadership program for early-career elites and promising mid-career professionals with 8 to 12 years of experience who are just beginning to lead and think strategically about their practices and careers. Te reality-based curriculum focuses on the core skills necessary to becoming more infuential (in team development, coaching, and client relationships) and more strategic (in business forecasting, team building, and client development), including:

• High-Level Business Development • Leading Teams of Teams • Managing Uncertainty • Personal and Career Visioning • Strength Identifcation and Self-Awareness • Building Personal Resiliency • Coaching, Managing Others and Intentional Infuence • Strategic Market Analysis Pathways to Executive Leadership will span 7 months beginning October 18 – 21, 2016 at the ACEC Fall Conference in Colorado Springs, and ending April 22 – 25, 2017 at the ACEC Annual Convention in Washington, DC. To register for this program or get more information about schedule, go to www.acec.org/calendar/calendar-seminar/ consulting-by-design-pathways-to-executive-leadership.

ACEC Fall Conference Features CASE Risk Management Convocation and More!

Courtesy of Keith Knapp.

ACEC is holding its Fall Conference at Te Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO, October 19 – 22. CASE will be holding convocation on Tursday, October 20. Sessions include: 10:45 am Contractual Risk: Mastering Indemnity, Insurance, and the Standard of Care Speakers: Ryan Kohler, Collins, Collins, Muir + Stewart 2:00 pm Developing a Risk Management Plan for Your Firm Diane Mika, Berkeley Design Professional Underwriters 3:45 pm Balancing Project Risk and Reward: Lessons Learned from Current Professional Liability Claims Robert Hughes, Ames & Gough; Sam Muir, Collins, Collins, Muir + Stewart 5:00 pm ACEC / Coalition Meet and Greet

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You will not want to miss these additional important risk management sessions:

Limiting Liability Risks on New Residential Development Mike Unger, WSP|Parsons Brinckerhof and a Panel of Experts Public-Private Partnerships and Design-Build: Opportunities/ Risks for Consulting Engineers David Hatem & Patricia Gary, Donovan Hatem LLP Professional Liability Case Study Marathon Karen Erger, Lockton Companies, Eric Singer, Ice Miller, LLP Limitation of Liability for Small Firms Jef Connelly & Charlie Geer, Greyling Insurance Brokerage Te Conference also features: • General Session addresses by Colorado Governor John

W. Hickenlooper; Stuart Rothenberg on the 2016

Election; Rich Karlgaard, Forbes Publisher • CEO roundtables; • Exclusive CFO, CIO, Architect tracks; • Numerous ACEC coalition, council, and forum events; and • Earn up to 21 PDHs

Member Firm CEOs Forecast Future of Engineering at ACEC Fall Conference

Stantec President/CEO Bob Gomes, Arcadis North America CEO John Jastrem, and Louis Berger Chairman Nick Masucci will discuss Te M&A Shake-Up in the A/E industry at the 2016 ACEC Fall Conference in Colorado Springs, CO, October 19 – 22. Te panelists, all of whom have been active in the M&A market, will discuss principal motivators behind the surge in M&A activity; major challenges and fnancial complexities; key integration issues after closing; and lessons learned. For more information and to register, go to www.acec.org/conferences/fall-conference-2016.

WANTED

Engineers to Lead, Direct, and Get Involved with CASE Committees!

If you are looking for ways to expand and strengthen your business skillset, look no further than serving on one (or more!) CASE Committees. Join us to sharpen your leadership skills – promote your talent and expertise – to help guide CASE programs, services, and publications. We have a committee ready for your service: • Risk Management Toolkit Committee: Develops and maintains documents such as business practices manuals and policies for engineers under CASE’s Ten Foundations for Risk Management. Please submit the following information to htalbert@acec.org • Letter of interest • Brief bio (no more than 2 paragraphs) Expectations and Requirements To apply, you should • be a current member of the Council of American

Structural Engineers (CASE) • be able to attend the groups’ two face-to-face meetings per year: August, February (hotel, travel reimbursable) • be available to engage with the working group via email and conference call • have some specifc experience and expertise to contribute to the group Tank you for your interest in contributing to your professional association!