2011 Special Events
2011 Baltimore Architecture Month
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Leading up to NeoCon East, AIABaltimore, The American Institute of Architects serving central Maryland, and its partner organizations will present the 8th annual Baltimore Architecture Month, September 8 – October 27. Join us to celebrate our rich architectural heritage with lectures, panel discussions, exhibits, receptions, and tours. For details, see www.aiabalt.com or call 410.625.2585.
Wednesday, November 2 • 9 – 10 a.m. • Free
The Principals’ Roundtable is back! IIDA and Interior Design magazine invite design firm leaders to join a select group of peers for the 2011 IIDA Principals' Roundtable at NeoCon® East. Moderated by Publisher Mark Strauss of Interior Design magazine, this high-profile think tank is convened to explore current topics facing design leadership and discusses direction to elevate the position of design in today's marketplace. This roundtable is for principals and senior management of local A&D firms only. Please R.S.V.P. by Monday, October 24 to Jeanne Fisher at iidahq@iida.org or 888.799.IIDA.
Net Zero Government Buildings Panel [SE1]
Wednesday, November 2 • 1 – 2 p.m. • Free
Theater, Show Floor
A presentation and discussion centered on the winning Metropolis 2011 Next Generation challenge to bring a 1960s government building to zero energy impact. The force behind this year’s Next Generation competition, the U.S. General Services Administration, will discuss how innovative design thinking will help them moving forward in their upgrading efforts. Register for this event!
Winning team members Sean Quinn of HOK Washington, DC and Brandon Harwick of Vanderweil as well as Les Shepherd, GSA Chief Architect will lead the discussion, moderated by Metropolis editor-in-chief Susan S.Szenasy.
Links
Metropolis: http://www.metropolismag.com/nextgen/
Process Zero: http://www.process-zero.com/#!process
GSA: www.gsa.gov
State of the Design Professional Panel [SE2]
Presented by: Design Leadership Forum of D.C.
Wednesday, November 2 • 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. • Free
Theater, Show Floor
Join us for a lively discussion with principals of leading firms who will explore where we are as professionals, what challenges and opportunities we are facing and what lies ahead. Following this panel program, you are invited to join us for the “Dream Team” Excellence Awards Announcement. Register for this event!
Moderator: John Czarnecki, Editor, Contract Magazine
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Panelist |
Bruno Grinwis, Partner, BBGM |
Show Floor Booth Parties [SE3]
Wednesday, November 2 • 4 - 6 p.m. • Free
Theater, Show Floor
Catch up with friends, network with colleagues and celebrate a successful end to the first day of NeoCon East. Breeze the show floor while visiting your favorite manufacturers and enjoy delicious cocktails and appetizers from around the show floor and in select exhibit booths. Register for this event!
Take a look at which NeoCon East exhibitors will be hosting booth parties, contests, giveaways and more. Be sure to check back frequently for an updated listing!
Daltile - Booth #2343
Please join Daltile on Wednesday evening from 4-6pm for appetizers and new product viewing.
Gordon International - Booth #2625
Visit Gordon International's booth space for a chance to win a pair of 3x2 side chairs, offered in partnership with ParriDesign and the renowned furniture designer Marco Maran.
Intensa, Inc. - Booth #1700
Join Intensa for cocktail hour from 4-6pm on Wednesday night and check out their latest health care products.
JSI & Community - Booth #2601/2600
Stop by JSI & Community for an in-booth cocktail party on Wednesday from 4pm-6pm.
MightyBright - Booth #2765
MightyBright is giving away free LUX LED Task Lights! Drop your business card off at booth #2765 for a chance to win an eco-friendly LUX light.
Re-Form - Booth #2626
Re-Form will be having a contest at their booth during the show. Participate in a drawing to be one of three lucky winners to win a $50 Amazon.com gift card!
Shaw Contract Group- Booth #1501
Activate the edge at Shaw Contract Group's cocktail hour from 3pm-6pm on Wednesday.
Skyline Design- Booth #2038
Meet Michael Graves at Skyline Design's booth on November 2, 2-5 pm.
Trendway Corporation - Booth #2325
Join Trendway at booth #2325 on Wednesday for happy hour from 3pm-6pm.
