Join us on May 21, 2026, from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (ET) for a Lunch & Learn hosted by Kimley-Horn.
📍 200 S Tryon St #200, Charlotte, NC 28202
This session, “Holding the Line: Retaining Walls That Make (and Save) the Site,” will feature Will Scurry of New Dimensions and will explore the critical role retaining walls play in land development.
From grading challenges to aesthetic solutions, this discussion will break down when and why retaining walls are used, how they are designed and constructed, and the cost implications that can make or break a project. Through real-world examples, attendees will gain practical insight into how retaining wall decisions impact site feasibility and overall development success.
Attendees will gain insight into:
• When retaining walls are necessary in site design
• Design and construction considerations
• Cost impacts and value engineering strategies
• How retaining walls influence grading and site feasibility
• Real-world applications in land development
This session is designed to provide actionable knowledge for developers, engineers, and planners looking to optimize site performance and project outcomes.
RSVP Required.
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If you’re a woman interested in learning more about Ladies in Land, we invite you to join us for this event.
This $35 Event Access Registration allows you to attend one of our education-first sessions and experience how our chapters operate — structured conversations, real industry insight, and meaningful connection.
This event is open to women who are interested in land development and the broader built environment.
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Ready to get your brand in front of decision-makers in land development?
This opportunity is an event-only Ladies in Land sponsorship, designed to deliver focused brand exposure and direct engagement with industry leaders at one specific event.

