BLUEPRINT: The AAa/e Newsletter
September 2014
IN THIS ISSUE

Hurry and register, seats are going fast!   

 

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Don't forget to vote!

Shape the future of AAa/e - elect your new Board 
 

This year, in addition to several incumbent AAa/e Board Members, there are three new candidates in the pool.  Members in good standing have received e-ballots, which must be cast by the evening of the Annual Awards Banquet on Thursday, October 2, 2014.  You can also download and print a paper ballot, and submit it in the ballot box at the Banquet.     

AAa/e's future success depends upon the active participation of our members and the forward-thinking leadership.  As a current AAa/e member, you can shape the future of our organization by electing our new Board of Directors, which constantly revitalizes our leadership with a finite number of years during which to commit their services. It also provides you the opportunity to assure that the Board is responsive to your needs as an AAa/e member.  Thank you for voting!

 

Members click here to vote 


24 scholars are competing
AAa/e Foundation set to award $24,500 in scholarships!
 
The AAa/e Foundation will divide a total of $24,500 into scholarships in the following categories: High School, Undergraduate, Post Graduate, Special Award, and University Program.  24 scholarship applicants represent the following schools: Cal Poly Pomona, Cal Poly SLO, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, Caltech, Harvard, Newschool, Sci-Arc, UCLA, USC, Woodbury, and University High School.  Scholarship recipients will be presented at the Awards Banquet on October 2.  Best of luck to all!

AAa/e scales the Ports Summit!
Luncheon guests learn about major opportunities

On Thursday, August 21, AAa/e members and their guests mingled with Port of LA Chief Harbor Engineer Tony Gioiello; Port of Long Beach Chief Harbor Engineer Sean Gamette; and Port of San Diego Chief Engineerat the sold-out luncheon in Little Tokyo's DoubleTree Hotel. Attendees got an exclusive, first-hand outlook of upcoming infrastructure improvements, expansions, and maintenance projects for Southern California's three major trading gateways. We thank the following sponsors for their generous sponsorship support: BergerABAM; EarthMechanics, Inc.; and GlumacMoffat & Nichol, SICK, and Sika.

Corporate Member Profile
TTG: Dedicated to superior services

TTG brings more than 59 years of long-standing expertise and dedicated professional engineering and construction services, helping its clients reach their project goals, from start to finish.  Established in California in 1955, TTG has a team of over 450 professionals throughout 12 locations in the U.S., covering the full spectrum of engineering-mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural and civil.  Specialized services include Commissioning, LEED Certification, Energy, and BIM/Integrated Project Delivery services. 

As the President of MEP at TTG overseeing over 200 engineers, Sunil Patel, P.E., CxA, LEED AP BD+C has helped TTG Corporation grow from a local to national firm.  Over his more than 30 years designing engineering systems, Mr. Patel has worked on commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, residential, military, and public/institutional facilities.  He is a member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, ASME and several other professional organizations. 
    
For more information, please visit the firm's website:  www.ttgcorp.com

Catrans SBC Update
September Statewide Meeting to be held in District 7!  

Mark your calendars - the Statewide Small Business Council (SBC) Meeting will be held at Los Angeles' District 7 Headquarters on Friday, September 19, from 8:30 am - 12 noon. The location is: 100 S Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Room 01.040 A. The public is invited to attend.

 

For more Caltrans project information, be sure to visit the Department of Procurement and Contracts (DPAC) website, where you can also see the A/E Look Ahead Report and register to get automatic weekly updates and RFQ/RFP postings: Caltrans-opac.ca.gov/aeinfo.htm

Also, you can track awarded projects here: http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/esc/oe/contractor_info

Congratulations!
Kudos to Yong Kang, Linden Nishinaga, and Glumac  

Congratulations to Yong Kang on his promotion to Principal at CannonDesign, which is a Corporate Member of AAa/e.  As Market Leader, West Region for Corporate/Commercial, Yong is responsible for the delivery of Cannon's client engagement model in the West, including the Pacific Rim.  His strong background in international work and Corporate Science & Technology has enabled him to deliver CannonDesign's "New Scientific Workplace" platform seamlessly to some of the most prestigious research and development companies in the world.  Way to go, Yong!   

 

AAa/e Board Member Linden Nishinaga was re-elected as chairperson of the Torrance Water Commission.  The Water Commission makes recommendations to the City Council on local water policy, water service facility improvement and expansion, and Metropolitan Water District issues.  A California licensed civil engineer and LEED-accredited professional, Linden will continue to serve as chair for another year until June 30, 2015. Congratulations, Linden!   

 

AAa/e congratulates Glumac on their big move to their fabulous new Downtown LA offices on the 23rd floor of the AON Building.  On August 1st, Glumac's new Los Angeles office address became: 707 Wilshire Blvd., 23rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90017.  We would also like to recognize Glumac for its generous Platinum Level Sponsorship at this year's Awards Banquet.  Thank you, Glumac!


AAa/e Membership "Bundle"
AAa/e has launched its  Membership Bundle. Non-members and renewing members will benefit from an AAa/e Membership and 6 events for the price of 5.

General Members - $375
Associate Members - $325

Includes AAa/e Membership and 6 events

Benefits:
  • Savings of $50
  • One-time payment
Click here to sign-up!
 
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES  
Elevate the exposure of your firm, services or product with new AAa/e event sponsorship opportunities, including the 2014 Fall Masters Series, monthly luncheons, 2014 Scholarship Fundraiser, and 2014 Annual Awards Banquet. 


UPDATES, NEWS, AND MORE...  

Caltrans Statewide Small Business Council. Click Here

Metro - TBAC. Click Here

MEMBERS ONLY
The AAa/e has made great strides to increase members benefits and add value to each level of membership. All members enjoy:
  • Discounts to AAa/e Monthly Programs
  • Discounts to AAa/e Special Events and VIP Receptions
  • Access to MBE/SBE Business Opportunities & Program Presentations
  • Individual and Firm Listing in the AAa/e Database
  • Growth Opportunities and Personal Growth.

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THANKS TO OUR CORPORATE MEMBERS

Glumac








Saiful Bouquet
AHBE
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California








 




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