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Chapter Events

  • DBIA National: 2026 Virtual Certification Workshop
    DBIA National: 2026 Virtual Certification Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Feb 23
    The DBIA Virtual Training classroom
    Feb 23, 2026, 9:00 AM CST – Feb 25, 2026, 6:00 PM CST
    The DBIA Virtual Training classroom
    A three-day intensive program including the three DBIA core courses required for certification plus access to the exam prep course.
  • 2026 Virtual Leadership Building Block - Mindset
    2026 Virtual Leadership Building Block - Mindset
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Mar 02
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    Mar 02, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    This module centers on the profound shift from a segregated to an integrated services mindset in Design-Build Leadership. It emphasizes the transition from an inward to an outward mindset and explores the mindset dynamics between Reactive and Creative leadership levels.
  • 2026 Virtual Leadership Building Block - Trust
    2026 Virtual Leadership Building Block - Trust
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Mar 03
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    Mar 03, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    This module considers the foundational importance of trust in Design-Build Leadership. It explores the four factors of trust - Humanity, Transparency, Capability and Reliability - offering insights on building & measuring trust in relationships, both internally & externally.
  • The 2026 DBIA DFW Chapter Clay Shoot
    The 2026 DBIA DFW Chapter Clay Shoot
    Thu, Mar 05
    Dallas, TX
    Mar 05, 2026, 8:00 AM CST
    Dallas, TX, 10751 Luna Rd, Dallas, TX 75220, USA
    Lock, load, and connect at the 2026 DBIA DFW Chapter Clay Shoot—an AEC networking and fundraising event supporting future design-build leaders.
  • DBIA-SW Quarterly New Member Coffee
    DBIA-SW Quarterly New Member Coffee
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Mar 06
    Zoom
    Mar 06, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM CST
    Zoom
    Maximize your membership with the DBIA-SW Region!
  • DBI Louisiana: Design-Build 101 - March 12
    DBI Louisiana: Design-Build 101 - March 12
    Thu, Mar 12
    EskewDumezRipple (EDR)
    Mar 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM CDT
    EskewDumezRipple (EDR), 400 Lafayette St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
    Join owners, designers, and construction practitioners for an engaging educational design-build discussion at EskewDumezRipple (EDR). This event brings together industry professionals for a focused conversation on collaboration, innovation, and best practices within the design-build delivery method.
  • Webinar – Collaborative Project Delivery in Texas: Expanding Access, Empowering Growth
    Webinar – Collaborative Project Delivery in Texas: Expanding Access, Empowering Growth
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Mar 19
    Microsoft Teams
    Mar 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CDT
    Microsoft Teams
    a FREE one-hour webinar on collaborative delivery and the benefits it can offer to water infrastructure projects of all sizes and configurations.
  • 2026 Virtual Leadership Building Block - Culture
    2026 Virtual Leadership Building Block - Culture
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Mar 30
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    Mar 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM CDT
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    This module focuses on the transformative shift needed for a design/bid/build culture to Design-Build Done Right®. It emphasizes that culture change begins with leadership, connecting leadership development to the broader goal of cultural transformation.
  • 2026 Virtual Design Integration Management
    2026 Virtual Design Integration Management
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Apr 10
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    Apr 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    This course, along with DBIA’s Design Management Guide, explores the fundamental aspect associated with successful management of design within an integrated delivery framework.
  • 2026 Leadership - Building a Strong Foundation - Grapevine, TX (pre-conference) (April 12)
    2026 Leadership - Building a Strong Foundation - Grapevine, TX (pre-conference) (April 12)
    Sun, Apr 12
    Grapevine, TX
    Apr 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT
    Grapevine, TX, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
    This course will introduce the distinctions of Design-Build Leadership Done Right, summarize what the Academy is about and why the five follow-on modules (Communication, Trust, Mindset, Teaming, Culture) are vital to Design-Build Leadership Done Right.
  • The 2026 Design-Build for Water/Wastewater Conference
    The 2026 Design-Build for Water/Wastewater Conference
    Mon, Apr 13
    Grapevine, TX (Dallas area)
    Apr 13, 2026, 7:00 AM – Apr 15, 2026, 5:00 PM
    Grapevine, TX (Dallas area)
    The Design-Build for Water/Wastewater Conference brings professionals together for three days of dynamic speakers, networking events and the latest on design-build trends in the water/wastewater sector.
  • 2026 Leadership - Building a Strong Foundation - Grapevine, TX (pre-conference) (April 14)
    2026 Leadership - Building a Strong Foundation - Grapevine, TX (pre-conference) (April 14)
    Tue, Apr 14
    Grapevine, TX
    Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT
    Grapevine, TX, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
    This course will introduce the distinctions of Design-Build Leadership Done Right, summarize what the Academy is about and why the five follow-on modules (Communication, Trust, Mindset, Teaming, Culture) are vital to Design-Build Leadership Done Right.
  • The 2026 Design-Build for Transportation/Aviation Conference
    The 2026 Design-Build for Transportation/Aviation Conference
    Wed, Apr 15
    Grapevine, TX (Dallas area)
    Apr 15, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT – Apr 17, 2026, 5:00 PM CDT
    Grapevine, TX (Dallas area)
    Don’t miss the chance to inspire your project and your future by connecting with design-builders, Owners and practitioners from throughout the nation at the Design-Build for Transportation/Aviation Conference.
  • 2026 Virtual Extended Certification Workshop (May 1, 8, 15)
    2026 Virtual Extended Certification Workshop (May 1, 8, 15)
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, May 01
    The DBIA Virtual Training classroom
    May 01, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM CDT
    The DBIA Virtual Training classroom
    A three-day intensive program including the three DBIA core courses required for certification plus access to the exam prep course.
  • 2026 Virtual Developing an Acquisition Strategy
    2026 Virtual Developing an Acquisition Strategy
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, May 01
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    May 01, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT
    DBIA Virtual Classroom
    DBIA’s Developing an Acquisition Strategy course provides best practices, practical advice, tips and approaches for crafting solicitations, selecting the best team, and effectively using contract incentives – all of which form the foundation for successful design-build teams and exceptional project
  • 2026 Accelerated Leadership Bootcamp: Three-Day Jumpstart (May 6-8 / San Francisco, CA)
    2026 Accelerated Leadership Bootcamp: Three-Day Jumpstart (May 6-8 / San Francisco, CA)
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, May 06
    San Francisco, CA
    May 06, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT – May 08, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
    San Francisco, CA
    DBIA’s Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy (the Academy), in partnership with Barbara Jackson, LLC, is designed to equip AEC professionals with the leadership skills and mindset needed to successfully make the mental shift from a segregated services approach to an integrated one.
  • 2026 Leadership - Building a Strong Foundation - San Francisco, CA (May 6)
    2026 Leadership - Building a Strong Foundation - San Francisco, CA (May 6)
    Wed, May 06
    San Francisco, CA
    May 06, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    San Francisco, CA
    This course will introduce the distinctions of Design-Build Leadership Done Right, summarize what the Academy is about and why the five follow-on modules (Communication, Trust, Mindset, Teaming, Culture) are vital to Design-Build Leadership Done Right.
  • 2026 Leadership Building Block - Communication - San Francisco, CA (May 7)
    2026 Leadership Building Block - Communication - San Francisco, CA (May 7)
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, May 07
    San Francisco, CA
    May 07, 2026, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM PDT
    San Francisco, CA
    This module examines the transformative role of communication in Design-Build Leadership. It delves into individual awareness, impactful conversations and the neuroscience of communication.
Thank you to the 2026 LA Chapter Sponsor - Ideal Steel!

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