BD+C is bringing together the next generation of leaders in the design and construction industry Oct. 3-5, 2012, in Chicago. Join an elite group of Under 40 superstars for an intensive 2½-day networking, leadership development, and strategy-generating summit.
This year’s featured presenter is Autodesk Fellow Tom Wujec, a thought leader in personal and team creativity, technology innovation, and visual strategy.
Attendees will be given an exclusive technical tour of Wrigley Field, led by Steven J. Jacobsen, CDP, who has been retained by the Chicago Cubs to create the business plan and high-level concepts to evaluate the feasibility of various renovation options for this iconic sports venue; and Carl Rice, Cubs’ Vice President, Baseball Operations.
Attendees will be eligible to earn up to 8.0 AIA/CES Learning Units (usually transferable to other professions as PDHs).
Visit: www.bdcnetwork.com/under40summit. +
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