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January 2024
Kansas | Sponsor Spotlight & Social at BHC in Wichita
Come join the DBIA Kansas Chapter for a FREE social event at the newly remodeled BHC office in Wichita! Network with industry professionals and socialize with friends! Snacks and beverages provided. Bring a business card to be entered into a prize drawing.
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Nebraska | Construction Industry 2024 Nebraska Economic Update
Presentation Featuring: Dr. Eric Thompson - W.W. Marshall Associate Professor of Economics and Direct of the Bureau of Business Research at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Discussion Topics: Nebraska Economic Outlook Eric will provide the statewide economic perspective as it relates to development, construction and renovation in vertical construction and related industries.
Find out more »Kansas City | Musings of a Dismal Scientist: What to Look For in 2024
Presented by Dr. Chris Kuehl Managing Director – Armada Corporate Intelligence Dr. Chris Kuehl provides forecasts and strategic guidance for a wide variety of corporate clients and business organizations around the world. He is the economic analyst for several national and international organizations. For the past year the commercial construction sector has been one of the major drivers of the overall economy. The surge in reshoring interest drove everything from manufacturing to logistics support. The pipeline in 2024 looks a little…
Find out more »St. Louis | Making Fixed Price Design Build, Progressive
Blue River Wastewater Treatment Plant Biosolids Improvements Project, which is being delivered as fixed-price design build, replaces the incineration process that had been part of the biosolids handling for Kansas City since the 1980’s with a thermal hydrolysis process (THP) which creates a Class A biosolids. The Design-Build team began work on the project in January 2021 and startup and commissioning is scheduled to begin in 2024 with many challenges along the way. Learn how we overcame the unique challenges…
Find out more »Kansas | Happy Hour at AGC State Convention
Attention all AGC State Convention attendees and anyone who likes to network: Back by popular demand, come join the DBIA Kansas Chapter for a happy hour on February 21st at The Brass Taproom! Step back in time to the 1880’s in this unique room, play pool, socialize, and relax. Be sure to click here to register. There is no cost to attend this event, but you’ll need to register to get past the hidden door behind the bookcase!
Find out more »Iowa | Rock Creek Ambulatory Surgery Center Job Site Tour
Please join us for a jobsite tour of Rock Creek Ambulatory Surgery Center (Iowa Ortho in partnership with Mercy River Hills Surgery Center). Downing Construction designed and is currently constructing this 60,000 SF design-build project. It features a steel structure, exterior metal stud framing with a brick and Nichiha Façade & Aluminum Storefront Windows. This surgery center will have ten operating rooms and Twenty-Four 23 Hour Stay Rooms.
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Kansas City | AIA/DBIA Joint Program & Happy Hour
Swiftly Into the Future: 5 Projects Shaping KC in 2024 A joint AIA Kansas City/DBIA Event
Find out more »Nebraska | Fremont Municipal Inland Port Authority
Megan Skiles, Executive Director of the Greater Fremont Development Council, will provide an update on the current developments and an outlook on the future growth in Fremont. Learn what businesses are growing and moving to the area and gain insight into how to start building relationships with Fremont’s leaders.
Find out more »Kansas | Quarterly Social + Sponsor Spotlight
Join DBIA Kansas Chapter for a FREE social event at PURE Workplace Solutions in Wichita. Network with industry professionals and socialize with friends! Snacks and beverages provided. PURE Workplace Solutions is a full-service commercial interiors firm serving clients regionally and nationally. Come check out their space, learn a little, and enjoy good company! Next event will be at Top Golf on April 23rd. More info coming soon.
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