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Conference Schedule
Whether you're an architect, specifier, contractor, or manufacturer representative, the 2025 CSI North Central Region Conference offers a dynamic mix of leadership, education, and networking opportunities:
Leadership & Business
Participate in CSI NCR leadership training, the annual business meeting,
and industry discussions that drive professional growth.
Continuing Education & CEUs
Tailor your experience with expert-led sessions on project management, sustainability,
material selection, and advanced construction techniques to earn valuable CEUs.
Product Show & Networking
Discover innovative products, engage with industry experts, and build meaningful connections.
Awards & Recognition
Honor excellence in construction documentation, collaboration, and service.
Wed 3/26 - Prez Elect Training
Wed 3/26 - Annual Meeting
Thurs 3/27 - Breakfast/Keynot
Thurs 3/27 - 9:15 AM Ed Sessions
Thurs 3/27 - 10:30 AM Ed Sessions
Thur 3/27 - Lunch/Keynote
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
CSI North Central Region President Elect Training
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
CSI North Central Region Annual Meeting
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
CSI Dine-Around: Connect Over Dinner!
Location: 5 different Omaha Restaurants
Join fellow CSI attendees for a casual dinner at one of five Omaha restaurants! We’ve reserved 10 spots at each location. Don’t miss this chance to catch up with old friends and make new connections before heading to the Conference HQ (Hospitality Quarters)! Dinner is not included with conference registration.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 8:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Conference HQ (Hospitality Quarters)
Location: Presidential Suite
The Conference HQ is the official Hospitality Suite for all conference attendees.
Starting at 8:00 PM, the suite will be open as a welcoming space to relax, connect, and continue
conversations in a casual setting. Enjoy complimentary beverages, including beer, wine,
and non-alcoholic options, along with a selection of snacks to keep the energy going.
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Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Crafting Excellence: The Art of Construction Breakfast
Location: Capital Ballroom 3 & 4
Earn 1 AIA LU Credit
Start your day with a complimentary breakfast in the Capital Ballroom
from 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM, where great food meets great conversation. Connect with
fellow professionals and fuel up for the day ahead in an inspiring setting.
At 8:00 AM, join us for a keynote presentation by Sarah Gudeman of BranchPattern,
titled "Crafting Excellence: The Collaborative Art of Project Delivery."
Explore how teamwork, creativity, and precision come together to shape successful projects.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights, network, and celebrate the art of construction!
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Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
Education Power Hour 1
Designing Rough Openings for Proper Drainage and Drying
Location: Harney Room
Speaker: Scott D. Wood
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Session 1: The Process of Selecting and Specifying Products - Tools and Materials
Location: Howard Room
Speaker: Sherry K Harbaugh, FCSI, CCS, RA, SCIP
Earn 1 AIA LU
High-Performing Masonry Building Enclosures
Location: Dodge Room
Speaker: Mark Swanson, AIA, CSI, LEED AP
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Effective Project Management: Key Considerations for Design and Construction Teams
Location: Douglas Room
Speaker: Robert Dye, FCSI
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
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Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Education Power Hour 2
Mitigating Thermal Bridging with Fluid-Applied Coatings
Location: Harney Room
Speaker: Andy Hoffman
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Session 2: The Process of Selecting and Specifying Products - Timing
Location: Howard Room
Speaker: Sherry K Harbaugh, FCSI, CCS, RA, SCIP
Earn 1 AIA LU
Fire Protection – What It Is and What You Need to Know
Location: Dodge Room
Speaker: Mary Kate Mulhall, FPE
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Innovating for Energy Efficiency: A collaboration between Masons and Manufacturers
Location: Douglas Room
Speakers: Linda Potter, Lisa Lackovic, John LaRandeau & Jeff MacTaggart
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
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Thurs 3/27 - 1:15 PM Ed Sessions
Thurs 3/27 - 2:30 pm Ed Sessions
Thurs 3/27 - 3:45 pm Ed Sessions
Thurs 3/27 - Welcome Reception
Fri 3/28 - Breakfast/Keynote
Fri 3/28 - 9:15 AM Ed Sessions
Fri 3/28 10:30 AM Ed Session
Fri 3/28 - Lunch/Product Show
Fri 3/28 - Awards Celebration
Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Lunch & Learn: CSI Certifications Panel Discussion
Location: Capital Ballroom 3 & 4
Earn 1 AIA LU Credit
Join us for a complimentary lunch in the Capital Ballroom from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM,
where you can enjoy a meal while connecting with fellow professionals.
At 12:00 PM, dive into an engaging panel discussion on CSI certifications,
including CDT, CCPR, CCCA, and CCS. Our expert panelists will share their experiences,
discuss the value of these credentials, and provide insights into the time commitment, costs,
and career benefits. Whether you're considering certification or looking to maximize your credentials,
this session will help guide your next steps in professional development.
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Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM
Education Power Hour 3
Build Better Walls: Advanced Perspectives for Fire, H20, and Thermal Performance
Location: Harney Room
Speaker: Lance Williams
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Session 3: The Process of Selecting and Specifying Products - SectionFormat® Getting the information in the right place
Location: Howard Room
Speaker: Sherry K Harbaugh, FCSI, CCS, RA, SCIP
Earn 1 AIA LU
Sustainability + Wellness: Their impact on the Built Environment
Location: Dodge Room
Speaker: James Bergevin, CSI CCPR CDT, LEED Green Associate, AMPP #N-65460
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
The Impact of Off-Set Shelf Angles: Sequencing, Performance, Cost, and Timing Unveiled
Location: Douglas Room
Speakers: Linda Potter, Matt Anderson, Mike Naccarato, Tim Gilbert & Travis Miller
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
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Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Education Power Hour 4
Building Safe & Resilient Schools with ICF
Location: Harney Room
Speaker: Bradley Adam Hovden, CSI
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Session 4: The Process of Selecting and Specifying Products - Editing A Specification
Location: Howard Room
Speaker: Sherry K Harbaugh, FCSI, CCS, RA, SCIP
Earn 1 AIA LU
Managing Project-Specific Details –Real-time Collaboration Between the Design Professional and Product Specialists
Location: Dodge Room
Speaker: Guy Long
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Building Sciences Quality Assurance - A Changing Practice
Location: Douglas Room
Speaker: Jimmy Rohr
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
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Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
Education Power Hour 5
Introduction to Vacuum Insulation Panels
Location: Harney Room
Speaker: Peter Corriveau, CSI
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Building Your Personal Brand in Construction
Location: Howard Room
Speaker: Brad Schwab, CSI, CDT
Earn 1 AIA LU
Understanding Fenestration Performance – A Practical Approach
Location: Dodge Room
Speaker: Larry Nordin, CSI, CCS, AIA
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
Creative Design Alternatives Using Metal Building Systems
Location: Douglas Room
Speaker: Chad Aldrich, CSI & Jeff Wolgamott
Earn 1 AIA LU/HSW
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Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Conference Welcome Reception
Location: Pre Function Space (2nd Floor)
Join us from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM for the CSI North Central Conference Welcome Reception!
Connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry professionals in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere
as we kick off an exciting conference experience. Enjoy drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and great conversation while building new relationships and reconnecting with colleagues.
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Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Conference HQ (Hospitality Quarters)
Location: Presidential Suite
The Conference HQ is the official Hospitality Suite for all conference attendees.
Starting at 8:00 PM, the suite will be open as a welcoming space to relax, connect, and continue
conversations in a casual setting. Enjoy complimentary beverages, including beer, wine, and
non-alcoholic options, along with a selection of snacks to keep the energy going.
Sponsored By:
Friday, March 28, 2025 - 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Breakfast & Keynote: Designing for Success
Location: Capital Ballroom 3 & 4
Earn 1 AIA LU Credit
Start your day with a complimentary breakfast in the Capital Ballroom
from 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM, where great food meets great conversation. Connect with
fellow professionals and fuel up for the day ahead in an inspiring setting.
At 8:00 AM, don’t miss our keynote presentation,
"Designing for Success: Collaborative Approaches in the Joslyn Art Museum Expansion."
Learn how strategic collaboration, innovative design, and teamwork have shaped this remarkable project. Gain insights into the process, challenges, and solutions that brought this expansion to life.
Friday, March 28, 2025 - 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
Education Power Hour 6
Friday, March 28, 2025 - 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Education Power Hour 7
Friday, March 28, 2025 - 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM
CSI North Central Conference Product Show
Location: Capital Ballroom
Discover the latest in construction materials, technology, and innovation at the
CSI North Central Conference Product Show from 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
With 68 manufacturer booths, this is your chance to explore cutting-edge products,
connect with industry experts, and find solutions to enhance your projects.
Lunch (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM)
Enjoy a meal while networking with exhibitors and fellow professionals.
Cocktails (2:00 PM – 3:30 PM)
Wrap up the show with drinks and conversation in a relaxed setting.
Friday, March 28, 2025 - 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
CSI North Central Conference Awards Celebration
Location: Joslyn Art Museum
The evening will shine a spotlight on those who have gone above and beyond
in supporting the mission of CSI, whether through service, leadership, or innovation in the
construction industry. The awards ceremony serves as a powerful reminder of the collective impact
that dedicated professionals have in shaping the future of the industry. Join us for this unforgettable
night of recognition, appreciation, and camaraderie as we celebrate the incredible achievements
that have advanced CSI and the construction industry as a whole.
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