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SUMMARY:DBIA NYC Metro: SBEG Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE EVENT \nJoin the DBIA NYC Metro Region for our an annual forum hosted by the SBEG Committee to address small business companies qualifications and reasons why Owners and Construction Managers should take note and bring them into their Design-Build projects. \nThis year we will also like to tackle ‘Barriers to Participation’\, and Access to Teams & Networking’ in an effort to seamlessly merge with the right team from the onset. \nRegister Now\nDate: July 8\, 2026 \nLocation: Syska Hennessy Group \n4:00pm – 5:00pm: Arrive\, Check-in\, and networking \n5:00pm – 6:00pm: Forum Discussion \n1 DBIA CEH will be Provided \n  \nOUR PANEL \nMildred Tolentino\, Founder and President\, M To-Pros \n\nMildred Tolentino is the Founder and President of M To-Pros Development Inc.\, a certified MWBE/DBE/SBE and DBIA member construction consulting firm serving public and private sector clients. An award-winning professional recognized with multiple industry honors\, she brings over 20 years of experience in architecture\, project management\, construction management\, and Design-Build delivery. Mildred has led multidisciplinary teams on healthcare\, infrastructure\, education\, commercial\, and government projects\, overseeing project controls\, scheduling\, estimating\, and stakeholder coordination. Her experience includes managing complex\, fast-track\, and occupied projects with a combined construction value exceeding $500 million. \n  \n\n  \n\n\nMark Drozdov\, Executive Vice President\, Lozier Inc. \n\nWith more than three decades of leadership in Environmental Health and Safety + Sustainability (EHS+S) Engineering and Risk Management\, Mark brings deep technical expertise and executive-level advisory experience across the built environment. \nMark is also an Adjunct Professor at The Cooper Union and Rutgers University\, guest lecturer at Columbia University\, NYU\, Stevens Institute of Technology\, Vassar College\, CUNY/Hunter\, and City Colleges\, helping prepare the next generation of A/E/C professionals. Previously\, SVP/Technical Director at BSI and co-founder of CES. Mark’s career reflects a consistent focus on advancing EHS+S standards development\, professional education across the construction and engineering industries. \n\n\n  \n\nMelissa Johnson\, Assoc. DBIA\, ENV SP\, WEDG CEO\, Melissa Johnson Associates \n\nMelissa Johnson\, Assoc. DBIA\, ENV SP\, WEDG\, is the founder and CEO of Melissa Johnson Associates\, a WBE/SBE/DBE-certified firm specializing in community outreach\, stakeholder engagement\, and diversity compliance for public infrastructure projects across the northeast. Melissa’s expertise has been featured in PE Quarterly and Young PE Quarterly. She was named one of ENR New York’s Top Young Professionals (2020) and one of Professional Women in Construction’s Top 20 Under 40 Outstanding Women (2022). She is an active member of the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)\, Professional Women in Construction (PWC)\, Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) – New Jersey and Philadelphia Chapters\, American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) New Jersey\, the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS)\, and the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI)
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/dbia-nyc-metro-sbeg-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Syska Hennessy\, 1185 Avenue of the Americas\, 5th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region Event
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SUMMARY:The Innovative Mindset in Aviation: Design-Build Delivering Complex Project
DESCRIPTION:This panel will bring together perspectives from owners\, architects/designers\, builders\, and consultants to explore how innovation in design thinking translates into successful project delivery. The discussion will focus on balancing creative vision with constructability\, cost\, and schedule\, while highlighting how collaboration across disciplines helps navigate the complexity of modern infrastructure and building projects. Designed with the NextGen community in mind\, the conversation will also provide emerging professionals with practical insight into the skills\, mindset\, and coordination needed to succeed in complex design-build environments. \nRegistration Opening Soon \nFour Learning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand how innovation in architecture and design can influence successful aviation and infrastructure project delivery\, while offering NextGen professionals’ insight into evolving industry practices.\nIdentify strategies for balancing design vision with constructability\, budget\, schedule\, logistics\, and stakeholder priorities in a way that prepares NextGen professionals for real-world project challenges.\nExamine how collaboration among owners\, architects/designers\, and design-builders helps teams navigate complexity\, improve project outcomes\, and create learning opportunities for the NextGen community.\nRecognize the skills\, mindset\, and cross-disciplinary coordination needed for NextGen and emerging professionals to succeed in complex design-build environments.\n\nEvent Date: July 15th\, 2026 \nEvent Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nLocation: Gensler 1700 Broadway #400\, New York\, NY 10019 \nDBIA CEH: 1.5 Available \nAgenda: \n\n6:30PM – 6:45 PM Registration & Networking\n6:45PM – 8:15PM Program\n8:15PM -8:30PM Questions & Answers\n\nAbout Our Speakers \n Bhoomi Vala\, Director of Aviation\, Port Authority \nMs. Vala has 20+ years of experience in planning\, design and construction industry with primary focus on transportation projects. Her latest portfolio focuses on project/program delivery at Aviation where she worked on EWR airport’s new Terminal A project to advance completion of airline back-office spaces and lounges\, asset management\, ConRAC garage and rental car fit-outs. She currently oversees sustainability\, technology\, revenue\, and customer experience portfolio at Aviation spanning all five PA airports in NY-NJ area. \nAs part of her sustainability portfolio\, she oversaw installation of 4 MW AC / 5 MW DC solar installation on ConRAC garage which is one of the largest single-roof solar installations at any airport along with installation of numerous EV charging stations\, eGSE chargers and implementation of energy efficiency measures across all airports for Port Authority to meet its 2025 greenhouse gas reduction targets. In 2024\, she delivered PA’s first net zero ready building – EWR’s Building 1 – that provided a model for future PA buildings to be converted to net zero. \nShe has extensively leveraged design-build mechanism for delivery of these projects. Ms. Vala is also a licensed architect in states of NY and NJ\, certified urban planner\, LEED accredited professional and AAAE certified member (CM). \nRobert Kipp\, Field Director\, Gensler \nRobert Kipp serves as Holt Construction’s Field Director\, providing strategic leadership and oversight for field operations across the company’s multiple business units. In this role\, he leads a team of superintendents and field professionals\, ensuring the successful execution of projects while upholding the company’s highest standards for safety\, quality\, schedule performance\, budget management\, and operational excellence. \nRobert is responsible for directing all phases of construction operations\, from project planning and mobilization through completion and closeout. He provides overall leadership for field administration\, site supervision\, and technical construction management\, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently\, safely\, and in alignment with client expectations and Holt Construction’s core values. \nWith nearly two decades of construction management and field leadership experience throughout the New York Metropolitan and Washington\, D.C. regions\, Robert has successfully delivered a diverse portfolio of projects spanning heavy civil\, residential\, commercial\, institutional\, and mixed-use developments. His extensive industry knowledge is complemented by numerous professional certifications and accreditations. \nRobert proudly served as a Captain in the United States Army\, completing two overseas deployments. He holds a Master’s degree in Construction Administration from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Norwich University\, bringing a disciplined\, leadership-focused approach to every project and team he oversees. \n  \nMatthew Johnson\, Director of Aviation\, Gensler \nAn Aviation Leader\, Matthew is known for his ability to form and foster strong working relationships while creating terminal environments that achieve client goals and exceed passenger expectations. Since joining the firm in 2004\, his leadership has been responsible for achieving redefined airport experiences widely \nrecognized for the results they deliver\, including Future Travel Experience’s inaugural Best Airport Terminal Design Project\, NYCxDESIGN Awards’ Best Outdoor Project\, and the Airport Council International’s Best Airport in North America ranking. Matthew received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Tennessee\, is a registered architect in multiple states\, and a LEED accredited professional. Widely recognized for the forward-looking leadership he brings to his work\, he was named one of Airport Business’s Top 40 Under 40. \nModerated By \nSheriff Naggar\, Project Manager\, Hill International\, Inc. \nSheriff Naggar is a Project Manager & Claims Consultant with over 10 years of experience delivering mega Design-Build infrastructure programs\, including projects with an aggregate portfolio exceeding $35B. He has supported landmark initiatives such as the Hudson Tunnel Project\, Borough-Based Jail Program\, and Penn Station Expansion\, specializing in project management\, risk management\, dispute resolution\, cost control\, scheduling\, and contract administration. Sheriff serves as Chair of DBIA NextGen and holds a Master of Science in Construction Management from Columbia University and a Program in Finance and Behavioral Economics from Harvard Business School.
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/the-innovative-mindset-in-aviation-design-build-delivering-complex-project/
LOCATION:Gensler\, 1700 Broadway #400\,\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region Event
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SUMMARY:NextGen/Young Professionals - "Coffee With" Pat Foye Operating Partner at Ardian and Board Member - Transportation and Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next episode in our “Coffee With…” Virtual Conversation on September 25th from 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM featuring our guest\, Pat Foye.\nREGISTERATION OPENING SOON \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. \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nPlease note: This event will take place on Zoom. You will receive a follow-up email with the Zoom link.\n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nABOUT OUR GUEST \n\nPat Foye \nOperating Partner at Ardian and Board Member – Transportation and Infrastructure \nPublic Housing Preservation Trust  \nPat Foye is an Operating Partner at Ardian\, where he focuses on transportation and infrastructure. He brings more than three decades of leadership experience across the public and private sectors\, with a career spanning infrastructure\, transportation\, economic development\, public utilities\, and public-private partnerships. \nPat previously served as Chairman and CEO of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and as Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. In these roles\, he helped lead some of the region’s most significant transportation and infrastructure megaprojects\, including the LaGuardia Airport redevelopment\, the Goethals Bridge replacement\, major MTA modernization and capital initiatives\, and broader regional transportation programs serving New York and New Jersey. \nIn addition to his industry leadership\, Pat is an Adjunct Professor at Columbia University\, where he teaches Public-Private Partnerships in Global Infrastructure Development. Through his work in government\, private investment\, and academia\, he brings a practical \nperspective on infrastructure delivery\, public-sector leadership\, procurement\, financing\, risk allocation\, and long-term project governance. \nMEET YOUR HOST\nSheriff Naggar \nProject Manager\, Hill International\, Inc. \nSheriff Naggar is a Project Manager & Claims Consultant with over 10 years of experience delivering mega Design-Build infrastructure programs\, including projects with an aggregate portfolio exceeding $35B. He has supported landmark initiatives such as the Hudson Tunnel Project\, Borough-Based Jail Program\, and Penn Station Expansion\, specializing in project management\, risk management\, dispute resolution\, cost control\, scheduling\, and contract administration. Sheriff serves as Chair of DBIA NextGen and holds a Master of Science in Construction Management from Columbia University and a Program in Finance and Behavioral Economics from Harvard Business School.
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/nextgen-young-professionals-coffee-with-pat-foye-operating-partner-at-ardian-and-board-member-transportation-and-infrastructure/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Region Event
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SUMMARY:1st Annual NYC Metro Region Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for DBIA NYC Metro Region’s premier event of the year! This two-day conference will bring together design-build professionals\, owners\, and industry leaders for thought-provoking keynotes\, dynamic breakout sessions\, and unparalleled networking opportunities—all set against the inspiring backdrop of Lower Manhattan. \nStay tuned for program details and registration information!
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/1st-annual-nyc-metro-region-conference/
LOCATION:Museum of Jewish Heritage\, 36 Battery Pl\, New York\, NY\, 10280\, United States
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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 \n                                                                               FIRST MATE SPONSORS                                                                                              ‘\n \n  \nPRODUCT SPONSORS\n                      \n  \n \n  \nCLICK HERE TO SPONSOR THIS EVENT\n 
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)
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE\n  \nThe DBIA NYC Metro Region invites you to an Owners-Only Roundtable hosted by the PANYNJ.  \nKey topics will include the advent of Progressive Design-Build in New York City\, strategies for addressing common claims and project challenges\, and approaches to effective design-builder oversight that balance accountability with collaboration. \nModeled after DBIA’s nationally recognized Owners Forums\, this event emphasizes open dialogue\, practical insights and networking opportunities. Whether you are launching a new program or managing established design-build projects\, you’ll gain actionable takeaways and strengthen your professional network. \nJoin your peers for this important conversation and help shape the future of design-build in the New York Metro region. \nThis roundtable discussion is for Qualifying Owners only. Please limit the number of attendees per agency or organization to 3 individuals. \nFour Learning Objectives:\n\nCompare design-build delivery models with a focus on Progressive Design-Build and evaluate how this approach is being introduced and implemented across New York City agencies.\nIdentify common sources of claims and challenges (“claims and pains”) in design-build projects and discuss strategies to mitigate risk and resolve disputes effectively.\nExamine best practices for owner oversight of design-build teams\, ensuring accountability while fostering collaboration and innovation throughout the project lifecycle.\nStrengthen peer-to-peer connections among public and private owners in the NY Metro region\, building a network for shared learning\, resource exchange and future collaboration in advancing design-build practices.
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/dbia-nyc-metro-region-owners-forum-owners-only/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Region Event
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