PROGRAM INFORMATION:

Being able to work remotely from anywhere at any time is a trend that appeals to more and more AEC firms and their employees. However, many companies still find it difficult to let their staff work completely from home or on the road …

… and therefore strive for a mixture of face-to-face and remote work, i.e., a hybrid working model or 100% back in the office.

This panel discussion will talk about remote and hybrid work models and what challenges you and your (remote) workers may face. 

Will flexible work options help you attract and retain talent?

PANALISTS:

David Dalton, AIA, NCARB

Executive Vice President

Kirksey Architecture

David Dalton loves to demystify the architectural design process to make it fun and relatable.   As co-managing partner of Kirksey Architecture in Austin, David focuses on helping private development clients bring their ideas to life.  For over 15 years, his projects have centered around a variety of project types including office and multifamily with curated retail, amenities, and gathering spaces. He has been a key leader in Kirksey’s agile planning which has helped C-Suite leaders maneuver the changing world of post-pandemic office space.  Additionally, he served as key project lead for Credit Human, the first LEED Platinum certified project in San Antonio.  

Morgan Stinson, PE, LEED AP, CxA

Chief Operating Officer

EEA

As the Chief Operating Officer, Morgan Stinson is responsible for the day-to-day operations of EEA, where he oversees the management of projects and talent.

Morgan has worked for EEA since 2001, but he’s been immersed in the family culture since he was seven years old through his father, Fritz Stinson. In college, Morgan interned for the company during his summers, and he returned full-time after having worked in Dallas for a couple of years.

With nearly two decades of engineering leadership, Morgan has experience in the design of mechanical and plumbing systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients, and in facilities as diverse as information technology, clean rooms, laboratories, corporate office, pharmaceutical, and resort facilities. He has an extensive background in commissioning building systems, and in energy conservation analysis of existing facilities.

Morgan is a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas, Colorado, Florida, and Missouri; he is certified as a LEED Accredited Professional by the U.S. Green Building Council; he is also a Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA).

The Engineering News-Record Texas and Louisiana Magazine honored Morgan with their 2013 “Top 20 Under 40” award. He is also a former external advisory committee member for The University of Texas Department of Architectural, Civil, and Environmental Engineering, as well as a former vice-chair for USGBC Central Texas-Balcones chapter. 

Theresa Bridges

Recruiting Programs Manager | Senior Recruiter

Terracon

Theresa Bridges has over 25 years of recruiting and program management experience. During her 8 years with Terracon, she has had an opportunity to support a number of client groups and programs. Her current role is primarily program management, where she has worked closely with the service line leaders to create and stand up the early career programs. She is also responsible for internal mobility and executive recruitment.

Chuck Lipscomb

Senior Vice President

JE Dunn Construction

Chuck Lipscomb, SVP/Austin Office Leader for JE Dunn Construction, is responsible for the business strategy, market engagement and operations of the Central/South Texas region. During the past 15 years, Chuck has helped position the firm to grow market share in both geographic and vertical sectors including Advanced Industries, Mission Critical/Data Centers, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Commercial,

Multifamily, Aviation and Government. Prior to this role, Chuck served as SVP/Regional Client Solutions Director for the Texas/Oklahoma market and was vital in JE Dunn’s rise to becoming Austin’s #1 commercial construction company ranked by annual revenue. Chuck is passionate about building strong

communities and economic prosperity for all.  He currently serves on several local boards and committees including The Austin Chamber, Opportunity Austin, a 5-county regional economic development initiative, and The Seton Fund which supports Ascension Seton’s Central Austin adult facilities.

Prior to joining JE Dunn, Chuck held various management roles in both the public and private sectors.  He has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication from Auburn University.

MODERATOR: 

Ardith Rademacher

Construction Recruiter & Strategic People Solutions

ARA, Inc.

Ardith Rademacher & Associates, Inc. (ARA, Inc.) specializes in helping construction professionals get the search assistance they need. We are more than just construction jobs and we do more than just find you any construction job. We are industry specialists and construction recruiters, involved in the construction community, who have the relationships to make the right match.

As recruiters in construction, we look forward to assisting you as we have many Construction Industry firms for over 25 years. If we are unable to assist you, we will refer you to a construction recruiter who can assist with your search.

Prior to starting ARA, Inc., Ardith spent 13 years with national construction, engineering and architectural firms as an HR professional, trainer and recruiter. ARA, Inc. was founded in 2002 to serve construction clients across the US with their construction recruiting needs.

COST:

Members: $45.00 

Non-Members: $65.00

WHERE:

Maggiano's Little Italy

10910 Domain Dr. Suite 100, Austin, TX, 78758

AGENDA:

*Pre-lunch: 11:00am

*For presenters/panelists, Annual Platinum and Gold sponsors and event sponsors. 

Early bird Networking: 11:00 - 11:30 AM

Check-In: 11:30AM -12:00PM

Program & Lunch:  12:00 - 1:00 PM

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Event Sponsorships are Available!

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A HUGE THANK YOU to our

2023 Austin Chapter

Annual Sponsors!