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Lunch with MWD
Building a Sustainable and Reliable Water Infrastructure Supply for Southern California's Future

In response to the long-term adverse effects of today's historic drought on our communities, economy, and environment,
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is exploring the potential of a water purification project to beneficially reuse water currently discharged to the Pacific Ocean for recharge of regional groundwater basins. Under a partnership with the Sanitation Districts of LA County, Metropolitan would build a new purification plant and distribution lines to groundwater basins in Los Angeles and Orange counties. Diversifying the region's water supply sources, advancing conservation and maintaining imported supplies are all part of Metropolitan's long-term Integrated Water Resources Plan. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the upcoming contract opportunities for the AEC industry.
MWD panelists: Debra Man, P.E., Asst. General Manager/COO; John Bednarski, PE, Manager, Water Supply Initiatives Section; John Arena, Manager, Business Outreach Program
Doubletree Hotel - 120 S. Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Members: $55 / Non-Members: $85 / Student Members: $20 w/ID / On-site: Add $15
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Students and Grads: come network!
We want to know who you are and what you do! Friday, April 22, 2016, 6 - 9 PM, Gensler
As a student or recent graduate, have you ever wondered, "What is it like to work at this or that Firm"?, or "What do entry-level architects and engineers make?" To get answers, come to the AAa/e Student Networking Event! Young professionals and leaders in the AEC industry will be on hand to answer these and other burning questions you may have. We'll also be facilitating a "What's my Communication Style?" exercise to help you be more effective in interviews and meetings. This event is FREE for student and recent graduate members of AAa/e. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make contacts and get your foot in the door! Food and drinks will be served. Non-members are also welcome, we simply require an on-site AAa/e Student/Recent Grad Membership of only $8. Hosted by Gensler, 500 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071. Non-validated parking available in the building. Please RSVP by April 18, 2016 to qho@bjsce.com
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Corporate Member Profile
AAa/e appreciates the longtime support of JCE!
An AAa/e member since 2003, JCE Structural Engineering Group Inc. is an award-winning, certified MBE, DBE and SBE that was established in November 2000. JCE has successfully completed numerous New and Seismic Retrofit projects ranging from mid to high-rise buildings. Their collaborative approach and innovative design allows them to understand the client's needs to propose the most cost effective structural system for each specific project. They have effectively embraced the use of BIM, Sustainable Design Practices, Design-Build and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).
JCE founder Juan Carlos Esquivel, M.S., S.E., LEED AP, DBIA has over 32 years of experience and has successfully completed numerous new projects in Commercial, Industrial, Educational, Healthcare, Hospitality and Governmental Sectors. He has also executed numerous Seismic Rehabilitation Projects. Mr. Esquivel has done extensive research on Earthquake Engineering and Structural/Seismic Analysis through post-graduate specialization courses in Yugoslavia, Mexico, Spain and Japan. He lectures and publishes nationally and internationally on the subject of Earthquake and Structural Engineering and has participated in numerous committees associated with the A/E/C industry.
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Spring 2016 Masters Series - Save the Date! Thursday, May 26, 2016, 6:00 - 8:00 pm - FREE to AAa/e Members!
AAa/e is committed to providing a platform for empowering professionals working in the built environment in personal and professional growth, business development and networking, and leadership in our community. AEC entrepreneurs will share the opportunities they encountered, the decisions they made, the actions they took, and the challenges they overcame during the course of their careers to become top leaders in their field today. Our confirmed panelists are:
Rubina Chuadhary, President, MARRS Services, Inc.
Saiful Islam, PhD, SE, Founding Principal, CEO & President, Saiful/Bouquet Structural Engineers
Virgil C. Aoanan, PE, SE, QSD, Founding Principal, VCA Engineers
David Honda, Founder and President, D.S. Honda Construction
Hosted by Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, 500 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071. Free parking!
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Accepting scholarship applications NOW
Submit your applications by Monday, May 30, 2016!
This year, the AAa/e Foundation is offering scholarship awards in six categories:
1) High School Students Scholarship
2) Community College Students Scholarship
3) Undergraduate Students Scholarship
4) Post-Graduate Students Scholarship
5) Student Loan Support Grant for Recent Graduates
6) University/College Program Grant
Past recipients include students from Cal Poly Pomona, USC, SCI-Arc, Woodbury University, and UCLA to name a few. At the 2015 Annual Awards Banquet, 5 recipients received a total of $20,000.
Applications must be received on or before Monday, May 30, 2016. If you have any questions, please contact the AAa/e Foundation President, Gary Mayeda at 310.220.2744, or gary.mayeda@ifactor.com. Click here for a link to the 2016 Scholarship Application Package.
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Save the Date!
Young Professional's Forum: Friday, April 22, 2016
Scholarship Fundraiser: Thursday, May 12, 2016
Master's Series: Thursday, May 26, 2016
Awards Banquet: Tuesday, October 4, 2016, Biltmore Hotel
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AAa/e is committed to providing a platform for empowering AEC professionals with professional growth. If you or any AAa/e member in your firm has been recently promoted in your firm or recognized with a special award or organizational standing, please let us know so that we can announce your achievements to the community.
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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!
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Elevate the exposure of your firm, services or products with new AAa/e event sponsorship opportunities, including our monthly luncheons, 2016 Awards Banquet, Masters Series, Student Networking Events, and Scholarship Fundraiser. Click here to find out more!
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