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SUMMARY:DBIA NYC’s Bridges at Night: A Floating Case Study - Networking Event & Cocktail Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join the DBIA NYC Metro Region and Light Projects for an immersive\, educational evening on the East River aboard the Eternity. This private twilight charter offers a unique vantage point to analyze New York City’s architectural icons and the technical complexity of its illuminated skyline. \nOur journey begins at Pier 36\, transitioning from a professional networking session into a deep dive into urban nighttime design. Guests will gain a firsthand understanding of how lighting and engineering converge to define the city’s nocturnal identity. \nDue to the nature of this program and the availability of alcohol\, those under 21 years of age will not be permitted to attend this event. \nYou must be 21 years of age or over to attend this event. \nRegister Now\nSponsor This Event\n*Earn one (1) DBIA CEH credit.\nEducational & Networking Schedule\n6:00 PM | Boarding & Networking: Connect with industry peers as we register and get ready to board at the pier. \n6:30 PM | Departure\, Networking and Cocktails and finger food: As we depart\, engage in a networking over three levels of the boat. Meet on the first level some of our specialist lighting sponsors and their products and sales teams. \n7:30 PM | Sunset Bridge Lighting Tour (Case Study): Experience a live\, guided analysis of the RFK Bridge at peak illumination. Led by urban lighting expert and nighttime designer Leni Schwendinger (NightSeeing™)\, this tour serves as a mobile case study\, revealing the specific methodologies used to enhance these historic structures. Technical discussion will explore the design-build challenges\, aesthetic goals\, and engineering feats required to illuminate New York’s harbor. \n8:00 PM | Interactive Q&A & Continued Networking: An opportunity to discuss the presentation’s technical insights with fellow professionals against the backdrop of the city. \n8:30 PM | Return to Pier 36: Disembarkation. \nThis is a rare opportunity to view the urban landscape as a “living lab” and learn how strategic design shapes the way we experience New York after dark. Don’t miss this chance to gain expert knowledge on the artistry and technical skill behind the iconic lighting of the RFK and Brooklyn Bridges. \nNote: Due to the nature of this program and the availability of alcohol\, those under 21 years of age will not be permitted to attend this event. \n\nLearning Objectives:\n\nAnalyze Technical Challenges: Evaluate the unique engineering and logistical hurdles of installing large-scale lighting systems on historic maritime structures.\nSustainability & Urban Impact: Discuss the role of energy-efficient design and light pollution mitigation in modern urban lighting master plans.\nCollaborative Design-Build: Explore how multidisciplinary teams (engineers\, designers\, and city agencies) collaborate to execute iconic public infrastructure projects.\n Visual Literacy: Develop the ability to “read” the nighttime city\, understanding how light shapes public safety\, navigation\, and architectural identity.\n\n  \nPresentation Moderated by:\n\nLeni Schwendinger\, Creative Director\, Leni Schwendinger Light Projects \nLeni Schwendinger is a world-renowned “lighting urbanist” and founder of NightSeeing™\, specializing in the intersection of architectural lighting\, engineering\, and public space. Formerly the Global Urban Lighting Leader at Arup\, Leni has transformed infrastructure into public art through iconic projects like the Coney Island Parachute Jump and the NYC Subway’s Enhanced Design Initiative. A former Visiting Research Fellow at the London School of Economics\, she advocates for “after-dark placemaking” to create vibrant\, sustainable cities. Leni’s work emphasizes visual literacy and collaborative design-build strategies to define the nighttime identity of global urban landscapes. \n  \n  \nJacqueline Bascetta\, Project Director at Pullman Services                                                                                                                  \nJacqueline is currently managing the exterior restoration of the Main Immigration Building on Ellis Island. Other projects that Jacqueline has managed include the award-winning masonry restoration of the Brooklyn Bridge (towers and approaches)\, Tammany Hall in Union Square\, several historic buildings on Governor’s Island and the W Hotel-Union Square. A native New Yorker\, Jacqueline Bascetta graduated with a dual bachelor’s degree in physics and religious studies from Duke University in 2012 and a Master of Science degree in Conservation of Historic Buildings from the University of Bath in 2014. \n\n  \nRomolo DeSantis\, P.E.\, SVP\, Program Executive\, and Chief Engineer MTA Construction & Development’s Bridges & Tunnels Business Unit \nRomolo DeSantis\, P.E.\, serves as SVP\, Program Executive\, and Chief Engineer for MTA Construction & Development’s Bridges & Tunnels Business Unit. He oversees the planning\, design\, and construction of capital and major maintenance projects across nine critical New York area crossings\, leading a 168‑member engineering and construction team. With more than 20 years at MTA Bridges & Tunnels and experience in both public and private sectors\, he has guided major initiatives including Superstorm Sandy recovery\, the Open Road Tolling program\, and delivered the infrastructure for the Central Business District Tolling Program. He is a licensed Professional Engineer with degrees in Civil Engineering and Management from Polytechnic University. \nRegister Now\n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\nCOMMODORE SPONSORS\n \nFIRST MATE SPONSORS                                                                                          \n\n  \n\nPRODUCT SPONSORS\n                      \n \nCLICK HERE TO SPONSOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/bridge-lighting-tour-dinner-cruise/
LOCATION:Pier 36\, 299 South St\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region Event
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SUMMARY:DBIA NYC Metro Region Owners Forum -  OWNERS ONLY (October 26\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:As part of the NYC Metro Sub-Owners committee\, this is the second of the twice a year owner forum.  The fall session will be a lessons’ learnt discussion on the following topics set out in the agenda below.  Representatives from the Owner committee will chair each session to facilitate lessons learnt arising from the D-B projects that have been set up and delivered across the NYC Metro owners to help others who may be experiencing similar issues or are starting D-B for the first time. \n  \nThis is a closed door owner’s forum for public owners only. Due to a limited capacity in our space for this forum\, we ask that no more than 2 individuals per organization attend. \n  \nEvent Agenda: \n\nDBIA general updates\nCEQR: Coordinating CEQR for DB projects\, challenges and lessons learned – discussion lead by Hilary Semel Mayor’s Office and Olga Abinader Matrix (formerly NYC Planning)\nElectrification – Coordinating with utilities for electrification projects – discussion lead by John Raudenbush/Ben Cuozzo NYPA\nNYCDEP – how to coordinate with NYCDEP on SWPPP and sewer connection permitting processes for DB projects – discussion led by Jade Bailey NYCDDC and supported by Janet Aristy NYCDEP\nUtility Agreements – Lessons learnt by NYCDOT on the use and completion of Utility Agreement – Led by Dawn Harrison/Tanvi Pandya NYCDOT\n\n  \nRobert Raynes – Facilitator\nSarah Oakes – (NYC DDC)\nDawn Harrison (NYC DOT)\nVijay Thomas (NYPA)\nJohn Raudenbush (NYPA)\nLindsay Degueldre (PANYNJ) \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/dbia-nyc-metro-region-owners-forum-owners-only-october-26-2026/
LOCATION:Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Headquarters\, 150 Greenwich Street\, 19th Floor (Conference Room 19A)\, New York\, 10007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region Event
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SUMMARY:DBIA NYC Metro Region Owners’ Forum (Owners Only)
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\nAs part of the NYC Metro Sub-Owners committee\, this is the second of the twice a year owner forum.  The fall session will be a lessons learnt discussion on the following topics set out in the agenda below.  Representatives from the Owner committee will chair each session to facilitate lessons learnt arising from the D-B projects that have been set up and delivered across the NYC Metro owners to help others who may be experiencing similar issues or are starting D-B for the first time. \nThis is a closed door owners forum for public owners only. Due to a limited capacity in our space for this forum\, we ask that no more than 2 individuals per organization attend. \nEvent Agenda: \n\n\n\nDBIA general updates\nCEQR: Coordinating CEQR for DB projects\, challenges and lessons learned – discussion lead by Hilary Semel Mayor’s Office and Olga Abinader GZA (formerly NYC Planning)\nElectrification – Coordinating with utilities for electrification projects – discussion lead by John Raudenbush/Ben Cuozzo NYPA\nNYCDEP – how to coordinate with NYCDEP on SWPPP and sewer connection permitting processes for DB projects – discussion led by Jade Bailey NYCDDC and supported by Janet Aristy NYCDEP\nUtility Agreements  – Leesons learnt by NYCDOT on the use and completion of Utility Agreement – Led by Dawn Harrison/Tanvi Pandya NYCDOT\n\n\n\n  \nRobert Raynes – Facilitator\nSara Oakes – (NYC DDC)\nDawn Harrison (NYC DOT)\nVijay Thomas (NYPA)\nJohn Raudenbush (NYPA)\nLindsay Degueldre (PANYNJ)
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/dbia-nyc-metro-region-owners-forum-owners-only/
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SUMMARY:“Coffee With…”  Dr. Colleen Saringer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next episode in our “Coffee With…” Virtual Conversation on October 30th from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM featuring our guest\, Dr. Colleen Saringer. \nREGISTER NOW \nThe “Coffee With…” Series is a NextGen initiative created to advance DBIA’s mission of promoting excellence in Design-Build project delivery by connecting emerging professionals with experienced industry leaders. \nThis informal\, virtual forum provides young professionals the opportunity to listen and learn from candid conversations about real-world Design-Build execution – including integrated team dynamics\, risk allocation\, procurement strategies\, leadership decision-making\, and lessons learned across complex projects. The series emphasizes open dialogue and firsthand experience\, reinforcing DBIA Best Practices and exposing participants to the cultural and collaborative foundations that define successful Design-Build delivery. \nBy providing consistent access to authentic industry insight in a virtual and accessible format\, the initiative strengthens engagement within the DBIA community\, supports professional growth and credentialing pathways\, and helps prepare the next generation to lead integrated project delivery across the region. \nThis event is only open to DBIA NextGen/Young Professionals (ages 35 and under). \nHosted By: Sheriff Naggar Project Manager\, Hill International\, Inc. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/coffee-with-dr-colleen-saringer/
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