BUILD IT IN DC exists to inspire, inform, and connect the contractor and building improvement industry to resources they need to thrive in the District of Columbia. At this half-day conference, connect with DC Government decision makers, get access to permitting and regulatory information, and learn from industry leaders.
Develop new relationships with building industry professionals in this networking lounge.
- MELINDA BOLLING, Director | Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
- HARRIET BROADIE, Business Licensing Manager | Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
- CLARENCE WHITESCARVER, Deputy Building Official | Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
Help your company better position itself to compete on contracting opportunities in the District. During this session, CBE-certified businesses will have the opportunity to receive insights from District Government agencies and contractors to learn about upcoming opportunities.
Moderator
- MELISSA RESIL, Business Certification Manager | Department of Small and Local Business Development
Panelists
- FRANKLIN AUSTIN, Contracting Officer | Department of General Services
- MICHAEL BING, Small Business Development Manager | Department of Small and Local Business Development
- KERRY DOLAN, Preconstruction Manager | Bozzuto Construction Company
- ROBERT SUMMERS, President + CEO | Pantera Management Group
Financing can be a significant obstacle for entrepreneurs looking to start or expand their business. A panel of banking, community investment funds and government experts will discuss how to secure financing, establish a credible track record, understand interest rates, and obtain additional financing options.
Moderator
THEDFORD COLLINS, Special Assistant, Office of the Commissioner | Department of Securities, Insurance and Banking
Panelists
- CLARENCE ADAMS, President + CEO | Capitol Credit Group
- JONATHAN KAYNE, Director of Special Projects | Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development
- IAN LAWRENCE, Director of Lending | WACIF
- B. DOYLE MITCHELL, JR., President + CEO | Industrial Bank
Learn about new, innovative and alternative building materials to make more informed decisions about your construction methods. DCRA Chief Building Official, Lynn Underwood will discuss alternative materials ranging from buoyant foundations, graphene, aero-graphite, protective, self-healing concrete, lightweight materials stronger than steel and more. The presentation will feature examples of construction methods in other countries and explore how building construction, supported by Construction Code 104.11, may take place in the 21st century and beyond.
Presenter
- LYNN UNDERWOOD, Chief Building Official | Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
During this interactive session, learn the ins and outs of developing an affordable housing project in the District. Using case studies, the presenters will explore the land acquisition, construction, rehab, and financing options used by affordable housing developers in successfully completing projects.
Moderator
- SCOTT BRUTON, Vice President of Housing Policy | Coalition for Non-Profit Housing and Economic Development
Panelists
- JAMES D. CAMPBELL, Principal | Somerset Development
- SCOTT KLINE, Vice President | National Housing Trust
The District is on the path towards making our city the healthiest, greenest city in the country. Join this session to learn more about Green Building standards from local building professionals who are on the cutting edge and about DC-specific case studies of net zero energy homes and buildings.
Moderator
- DAVID EPLEY, Green Building Program Manager | Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
Panelists
- HOLLY LENNIHAN, RA, LEED AP, Director of Sustainable Design + Senior Associate | Hickok Cole
- JOHN MILLER, Principal | Flywheel Development
