UPCOMING EVENTS

Leveling Up: The Importance of Utility Risk Management
Nov
19

Leveling Up: The Importance of Utility Risk Management

Join us on November 19, 2026, from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (ET) for a Lunch & Learn hosted by Siteworks.

This session, “Leveling Up: The Importance of Utility Risk Management,” will feature Becky Ammons of Center Line Locating and will explore why understanding existing utilities on and around a development site is essential to managing risk throughout a project.

From initial site awareness to project completion, effective utility risk management can help minimize utility damage, avoid unnecessary expenses, and reduce potential complications. Becky will discuss how identifying and managing utility risks throughout the development process can lead to better project outcomes and long-term cost savings.

Attendees will gain insight into:

  • The importance of identifying existing utilities on and around a project site

  • Strategies for minimizing utility damage throughout development

  • How utility risk management can help reduce unexpected project costs

  • The potential cost savings associated with proactive utility planning

  • How utility risk management plays a role from the beginning to the end of a project

This session is designed to provide valuable perspective for developers, engineers, contractors, and other land professionals involved in site planning, construction, and utility coordination.

RSVP Required.

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Amenities That Drive Demand: Aligning Design, Programming, and Resident Expectations
Oct
15

Amenities That Drive Demand: Aligning Design, Programming, and Resident Expectations

Join us on October 15, 2026, from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (ET) for a Lunch & Learn hosted by McAdams.

This session, “Amenities That Drive Demand: Aligning Design, Programming, and Resident Expectations,” will feature Erica Golditch of CCMC and will explore how thoughtfully designed amenities can enhance community appeal and long-term value.

The discussion will focus on current amenity trends, what residents truly value, and how to align amenity design and programming with buyer profiles—especially within master-planned communities. Attendees will gain insight into creating spaces that foster engagement, satisfaction, and lasting community success.

Attendees will gain insight into:
 • Current amenity trends and high-value features
 • Aligning amenity design with resident and buyer profiles
 • Programming strategies that drive engagement
 • Best practices for master-planned communities
 • Creating amenities that support long-term ROI and satisfaction

This session is designed to provide valuable perspective for developers, community planners, and land professionals focused on enhancing community experience and value.


RSVP Required.

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Let's Dig In: Due Diligence That Digs Deeper
Sep
17

Let's Dig In: Due Diligence That Digs Deeper

Join us on September 17, 2026, from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (EDT) for a Lunch & Learn hosted by Edifice, with lunch provided by ECS.

This session, “Let's Dig In: Due Diligence That Digs Deeper,” will feature Laura Hill, Geotechnical Principal at ECS, and will explore the geotechnical and environmental due diligence services that can help land professionals better understand a site before purchasing.

The discussion will focus on why studying a site early matters, what to look for in geotechnical and environmental reports, and how to recognize key terminology and potential red flags before they become costly surprises.

Attendees will gain insight into:

  •  The role of geotechnical and environmental due diligence 

  •  Why site evaluation is critical before land acquisition 

  •  How to read and interpret due diligence reports 

  •  Common buzzwords and red flags to watch for 

  •  How early investigation can help reduce project risk 

This session is designed to provide valuable perspective for developers, architects, engineers, planners, and land professionals involved in site selection, due diligence, and land acquisition.

1 Hour CE Credit Available for Architects & Engineers. Lunch Provided. RSVP Required.

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