Archives: Seminar Listing for 2007 Show

102 - TRENDS FOR THE GREATER UNIVERSE OF COLOUR

Fashion, art, technology, entertainment and even social consciousness can affect trends. Expanding your thinking to include this “greater universe” of colour can provide new insights. Join Leatrice Eiseman, author of seven books on color and Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute as she explains the significance, background and importance of the newest colour and design trends.

Presenter: Ron Scharfe, Color Specialist

Ron Scharfe

Biography: Ron believes color is the catalyst for feelings, influences moods, and enhances our lives. But color trends also reflect cultural, socio-political changes as well as developments in fashion, art and entertainment.

Ron holds a BA in Design. He is a trained color consultant and associate of Leatrice Eiseman, Director of the Pantone Color Institute and Eiseman Center for Color Information and Training. He lives in both Whitefish, Montana and Seattle, Washington with his two Golden Retreivers and looks forward to having you in the audience.

103 - BUILDERS’ LIENS

Who is entitled to file a builders’ lien? Is the estate and interest of Governments lienable? What are the proper times within which to file a builders’ lien? What is a prevenient arrangement? Can a change of title defeat a claim for lien? How do the major lien fund and minor lien fund work? If they don’t work under your contracts, how can you redraw your contracts to minimize the possibility of builders’ liens being filed, but still protecting your interests as the owner or contractor? Are arbitration clauses enforceable when builders’ liens are filed? How does one remove a builders’ lien from a certificate or title? Are there limited trust provisions in Alberta and how does one protect one’s self from ensuring that one can properly make progress payments without bearing double jeopardy if builders’ liens come on title to the property?

These are the questions, the answers of which will be provided at this seminar, which are extremely important to all members of the construction industry.

Presenter: W. Donald Goodfellow, Q.C., C. Arb, The Law Firm of W. Donald Goodfellow, Q.C. Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries Public

Biography: W. Donald Goodfellow, Q.C., C. Arb. is a practicing lawyer in Calgary and is a member of the Law Societies of Alberta, British Columbia, Yukon and Northwest Territories, and is a Chartered Arbitrator. Mr. Goodfellow's practice is mainly focused on construction-related matters including construction litigation. He has appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada, the Federal Court of Canada, the Courts of Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories and Yukon, as well as occasional appearances in the Courts of Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario.

Mr. Goodfellow teaches periodically for various trade and construction Associations as well as at the University of Calgary project management courses. Mr. Goodfellow taught builders' liens for the Bar Admission Course of The Law Society of Alberta for over 30 years. Mr. Goodfellow has written articles for many legal publications on construction-related matters and is a member of the Advisory Board of the Construction Law Letter.

Mr. Goodfellow is a founding Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers. He was counsel for the successful Appellant in the landmark Supreme Court of Canada decision of M.J.B. Enterprises Ltd. v. Defence Construction Canada dealing with the privilege clause and the law of tendering.

104 - DIAGNOSTIC METHODS & BUILDING ENVELOPE SOLUTIONS FOR MOULD & MOISTURE

This session will begin with an overview of the factors affecting indoor air quality — insofar as why mould develops in buildings. The panel of experts will discuss the practical diagnostic and risk management methods available to assess indoor air quality and prevent moisture intrusion, thus preventing reoccurrence of mould. Additionally, they will demonstrate how to inspect, diagnose the extent of a mould issue, assess the risk to the building occupants, and how you can effectively manage a mould issue when it is identified.

Presenters:
Louis M. H. Belzil, Partner, Shores Belzil Jardine LLP
Michael Glassco, National Operations Manager, Theodor Sterling Associates
Chris Love, General Manager, Halsall Associates
Nick Trovato, Managing Partner, Read Jones Christofferson

105 - ADVANCED COMMUNICATION SKILLS

You give what you think are clear instructions, but nothing gets done. You say something in a meeting, but no one listens. You try to make your position known and no one seems to care. The problems of working with others are usually problems of communication. While the problems are all too common, the solutions aren’t frequently known. Bridge the gap between your needs and your knowledge and add to your ability to solve communication problems by choosing this fast-paced, high-level course on successful communication skills.

Topics

You’ll discover how to:

• Listen well — rather than just waiting until it’s your turn to talk.
• Handle meetings successfully, whether you’re running them or just part of the crowd.
• Use the six rules for open communication to your greatest advantage.
• Avoid the obstacles to good listening that most communicators can never pass.
• Recognize and deal with individuals whose communication style is the exact opposite of your own.
• Use “Verbal Buffers” to soften your message without changing its’ meaning.
• State negatives positively — and ensures you get done what needs to be done!

Benefits

You’ll be able to capture people’s attention, confirm their understanding, and count on their support. Your ability to move ahead in your career is driven by your ability to communicate well. Learn these advanced skills to take your talent to a new level!

Presenter: Kevin Lust, Founder, Lust Development Group, Management Consultant, Professional Trainer

Kevin Lust

Biography: Kevin Lust is a results-driven trainer with a style all his own. If you want action steps and how-to's and the inspiration to practice them, you can count on Kevin for all three.

As a management consultant and professional trainer, Kevin has offered his life-changing lessons across 17 countries on four continents, delivering over 1500 seminars. He helps audiences of all sizes and backgrounds to improve their skills in management, communications, customer service, personal finance and personal development. He addresses thousands of people each year.

Before founding the Lust Development Group, Kevin enjoyed a successful career in the banking industry as a commercial lender, credit analyst and as the Director of Personnel and Training for a major regional bank holding company. He holds a B.A. in Business Administration and studied communications on a graduate level. He is a graduate of the National School of Human Resources of the American Bankers' Association.

Kevin has authored the best-selling audio program "Coaching Skills for Managers and Supervisors". His latest work is audio album, "Financial Fitness: How to Budget Your Time, Your Money, and Your Life”.

107 - THE REAL ESTATE OUTLOOK FOR THE EDMONTON MARKET: TODAY, TOMORROW AND WHAT IS IN THE FUTURE

A panel of leading real estate senior executives will offer their insights on the strategic issues facing the real estate market in Edmonton and Alberta as a whole. Specific references will be made to the office, industrial, retail and multi-unit residential markets. The panelists will discuss where they see the real estate cycle leading over the next four quarters, and how long this continued growth will continue. Employment, population growth and economic growth for the Edmonton market will be presented.

Moderator: Bob Mulder, Strategic Advisor, Professional and Technical Services, Western Region, Public Works and Government Services Canada. Past BOMA Edmonton president

Speakers:
John Croft, JJ Barnicke Edmonton
Dennis Herbut, Partner, JJ Barnicke Edmonton
Doug Fogg, Partner, JJ Barnicke Edmonton
Richard Goatcher, Senior Market Analyst, Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation

108 - THE LAW OF TENDERING

This session will cover the rights and obligations of all of those involved in the tendering process. What are the obligations of those parties who submit tenders and what are the obligations of those parties who call for tenders? Can the person calling for tenders accept a non-compliant tender? Does a tender have to have all the i’s dotted and the t’s crossed to be a compliant tender or is a substantially compliant tender sufficient? What is a substantially compliant tender? What damages is the tenderer liable for who refuses to ender into Contract B? Is the tender-calling authority responsible for damages and, if so, how much if the tender-calling authority wrongfully awards a tender? Can a tender-calling authority bid shop after tenders close? Does the privilege clause (the lowest or any tender will necessarily be accepted) give the tender-calling authority any rights? Can that tender-calling authority amend a tenderer’s tender after tenders close if the tender package permits the tender-calling authority that right?

These are all questions of interest, not only to the construction industry, but to any party involved in the tender process. The tender process of course includes requests for proposals and thus can cover a wide range of commercial transactions.

Presenter: W. Donald Goodfellow, Q.C., C. Arb, The Law Firm of W. Donald Goodfellow, Q.C. Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries Public

109 - HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN ALBERTA — DO YOU COMPLY WITH THE REGULATIONS?

Believe it or not, asbestos is still quite prominent in buildings across the Province of Alberta. Our panel of experts tackles the continued saga of asbestos management and its abatement in Alberta. They will discuss the provincial requirements for managing hazardous materials (asbestos) in buildings including details on its proper abatement. The panel includes a representative from Alberta OH&S, a health and safety consultant and a hazardous materials contractor.

Presenters:
Michael Glassco, National Operations Manager, Theodor Sterling Associates
Don Fillion, Principal, Western Health and Safety
Bill Martin, General Manager Alberta, Quantum Hazmat, a division of Quantum Murray LP
Lisa Malinowski, Occupational Health and Safety Officer, Workplace Health & Safety Compliance Programs

110 - LEED STANDARDS FOR IEQ & BUILDING DURABILITY

There is increasing interest and awareness in public and private sector organizations and by building managers and developers, as well as the general public about the advantages of constructing, operating, and working or residing in buildings meeting the new LEED and Go Green standards of sustainable design, construction, and operation. These standards are more demanding than existing building code requirements with respect to environmental and energy performance requirements. Improved indoor air quality and comfort in addition to mould and moisture control and increased building durability are consistently cited as key advantages of living and working in sustainable buildings. The panel will present an overview of the LEED and Go Green IEQ and durability requirements, new technologies and practices that are available in Canada, cost and benefits, and a few case studied based on current experience to provide reference points.

Presenter:
Elia Sterling, President, Theodor Sterling Associates
Jason Teetaert, General Manager, Detec Systems
Kimberly Tompkins, Architectural Sales Manager – Western Canada, Georgia-Pacific Canada, Inc.

111 - WHAT’S NEW IN LIGHTING AND INCENTIVES FOR LIGHTING DESIGN

Discover the latest in energy-efficient lighting products and controls that can save energy, help you operate more efficiently, enhance safety and comfort and improve your bottom line. This fast-paced presentation will cover high-efficiency ballasts, luminaries and lighting controls — complete with product samples, demonstrations and application opportunities. Plus you’ll hear how to access incentives and resources to design more effective and energy-efficient lighting in new commercial developments.

Presenter: Wayne Rogers, P. Eng, L.C., ReLumen Engineering Inc.

112 - SUCCESSFUL STRATEGIES FOR DEALING WITH THE DEFINITELY DIFFICULT

Dealing with even one mildly difficult person even once in a while can ruin our day. What can we do when we encounter the definitely difficult on a regular basis? With this strategy-filled program, you can learn how to take the offensive against the troublesome people in your life. You can eliminate your old, knee-jerk reactions to individuals who challenge you and learn to stay calm and in control in any situation. Master these techniques and become the person who can handle anyone.

Topics

With the information in this program, you will:

• Find out what motivates and threatens difficult people.
• Uncover the four guiding principles to getting along better with others.
• Remain cool in conflict so that you respond logically and not emotionally.
• Learn why “different” doesn’t have to mean “difficult” — and how to adjust.
• Develop real communication skills — the kind that help you get your point across.
• Understand the three keys to successful listening and why you need them.
• Know the four behavior blocks to communication success.
• Practice six guidelines for effective communication with even the most difficult people in your life.
• Anticipate the typical responses of the definitely difficult.

Benefits

Never again fall victim to those who love to make life miserable for the rest of us. Find out why they act like they do and learn what to say when they do it. Defend yourself and even bring out the best in the worst offenders.

Presenter: Kevin Lust, Founder, Lust Development Group, Management Consultant, Professional Trainer

113 - INTRODUCTORY PROJECT MANAGEMENT MINI-COURSE: 12 STEPS TO ENSURE SUCCESS AND AVOID CONSTRUCTION DISPUTES

More than ever before, companies need to be able to respond quickly, focus resources and deliver projects on time and within budget. If you are a building owner or manager, you need to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies to help you be an effective project manager/team leader.

From this mini-course you will learn:

How to properly initiate a project; define and validate project goals, requirements, and objectives; people, process, and product management; quality planning and control; contract and procurement management; and manage performance, relationships and expectations. There will be a review of the key responsibilities in project plan development; project plan execution and integrated change control. The key elements of cost and schedule management; how to apply practical risk management techniques in the planning and control of your project and how to keep your team committed throughout the project will also be discussed. Handouts will be provided.

Presenter: Doug Land, Senior Vice President, Atocrates Inc.

201 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT 201: TROUBLE SHOOTING & MANAGING PROJECT RISKS

(Please note that this session builds on concepts presented in the Introductory Project Management Mini-Course presented on Tuesday, May 8. Participants are strongly recommended to attend the earlier session in order to gain the maximum benefit from this follow-up workshop.)

Effective project management includes the ability to anticipate and forestall problems that could derail your project. The project manager’s success is often linked to his or her ability and skill in managing risk and minimizing the impact of changes to both the project scope and product scope. Usually this ability is developed and the skills honed only through prolonged exposure to the project management environment. This course will give you a head start at developing the necessary trouble-shooting skills you need.

You will learn:

• The key elements of the Project Management Body of Knowledge, and how to use them as a tool for tracking and monitoring the health of a project;
• The six detailed processes critical to effective risk management;
• The most effective strategies and techniques to use to avoid problems and mitigate risk;
• What to look for and what questions to ask to get a true picture of the status of your projects(s).

Presenter: Doug Land, Senior Vice President, Atocrates Inc.

203 - LIGHTING TOWARD SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

Lighting is a major contributor to energy use in commercial buildings; the selection of new high efficiency lighting systems that contribute to a productive quality workspace environment could be one of the prize highlights for your next green building project. Truly efficient lighting is an integrated system, and considers source, ballast, luminaire, daylight, controls, people, spaces, and structures. An understanding of how to balance these elements is critical to creating a sustainable system that meets the needs of the users for years to come.

Presenter: Kevin Hooper, P.Eng., LEEDR AP, Optics Lighting Agency Inc.

204 - INSIDE THE KITCHEN: CUSTOMIZING MADE EASY

Design of the modern kitchen has been elevated to an art form. There are infinite options for the exterior look of a kitchen but many designers are not aware of the interior options available to customize this space. Many consumers who employ a professional to help them with the design of their kitchen have already experienced a beautiful kitchen and want to take their project to the next level. This session will look at a variety of consumers and their accessory “hot buttons”. The latest specialized kitchen centers will also be presented along with inspiration on how to outfit them. This session is a must for professionals looking to rise above the crowd by looking at kitchen design from the inside out.

Presenter: Chris Sariu, Owner of Global Cabinets and CCS Furniture

205 - RESOLVING PROBLEMS AND DISPUTES ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

When getting involved in a construction project, all the players should hope for the best and plan for the worst. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. In this seminar, Tim Mavko of Reynolds, Mirth, Richards and Farmer LLP will look at the two fundamental aspects of any construction dispute. First, at the beginning of any dispute is the contract: What does it say? Why does it say that? What does it mean? Then, to resolve the dispute we have to look at the dispute process: What do you do? How do you do it? What should you expect? This seminar is for public and private owners, developers, project managers, architects, engineers, consultants, construction managers, contractors, subcontractors and material suppliers who need to address legal issues throughout the construction process. Be sure to bring your questions!

Presenter: Tim Mavko, Partner, Reynolds, Mirth, Richards & Farmer LLP

206 - LEADERSHIP IN SUSTAINABLE DESIGN — PRIVATE SECTOR GOES LEED® GOLD: PCL CENTENNIAL LEARNING CENTRE

The implementation of sustainable design principles is making its way into the design and construction of private sector projects. In this seminar, attendees will learn about Alberta’s first LEED Gold certified private sector project. The PCL Centennial Learning Centre was built in celebration of PCL’s 100th Anniversary. The 26,157 ft2 state of the art building is constructed on a 3.33 acre site linking two existing campus buildings.

From design inception, the client expressed its desire to demonstrate sustainable leadership in the construction of its corporate flagship, setting the standard for sustainable building models in the private sector. In addition, the client was clear in its aspiration to reflect the company’s core business of construction through its new headquarters. This vision was translated into a design approach that celebrates sustainable construction excellence integrating and expressing the building systems into the architecture and interior design. Attendees will be interested to learn about the key issues, the process, the challenges, and the state of the art sustainable design principles implemented to achieve LEED Gold.

Attendees can expect to learn about several innovative sustainable design strategies including:

• Use of thermal mass to regulate interior temperatures
• Natural cooling and ventilation
• Underground outdoor air intake
• Green roofs and white ‘energy star’ compliant roofs
• Triple glazed sealed glass units
• Increased insulation R values
• Solar chimney
• Water-free plumbing fixtures
• Low VOC material selection
• Rainwater capture/reduction in potable water consumption

Those in attendance will leave enlightened and inspired to consider the implementation of sustainable principles for the full range of construction project types.

Presenters:
Stephen Boyd, Architecture, Cohos Evamy Integratedesign
Jeff Dibattista, Structural, Cohos Evamy Integratedesign
Dale Knutson, Mechanical, Cohos Evamy Integratedesign
Scott Matheson, R.E.T.,G.S.C. - Director Business Development Alberta, PCL Construction Management Inc.
Ed Pon, Electrical, Cohos Evamy Integratedesign
Michelle Sigurdson, Interior Design, Cohos Evamy Integratedesign

207 - TANKLESS GAS WATER HEATING: A PROVEN WORLD-WIDE TECHNOLOGY FOR REDUCING ENERGY AND ENHANCING LIFESTYLE

Conserving natural resources and finding ways to be more energy-efficient is in everyone’s best interest. While the rest of the world uses on-demand continuous-flow technology, much of North America still uses big, bulky inefficient tank technology that is prone to scald, leak, and rupture. With the support of industry, government, and the building industry, there has been a dramatic change taking place in the US and Canada in adopting highly-efficient tankless technology for both residential and commercial applications. Gas tankless water heating offers significant advantages in energy conservation, space-saving, safety, and lifestyle comfort. Come learn how the technology works, and why many people are expecting this technology to become the standard in water heating technology.

Presenters:
Steve Bagshaw, General Manager, Takagi Canada Inc.
Raja Matharu, Applications Engineer, Takagi Canada Inc.

208 - NEGOTIATING WITH THE SAVVY BUYER

If this sounds like you, join us for our negotiating workshop:

• Long, uncomfortable price negotiations.
• Finding your self up against professional buyers who study negotiating and play to win.
• Walking away wondering if you really worked the best deal possible.

Is this seminar right for you? Let the games begin! Buyers will always try to get as much as they can for the dollar — but you can’t deliver quality products and services if you give up too much in the negotiating game. It is in both your best interest and your buyer’s that you master the art of negotiating.

Negotiating is something that many people dread. We’ll establish why people find negotiating difficult and why your natural responses often work against you. Learn to avoid the biggest negotiating mistakes. If you were successful negotiating just 2 more contracts what would that be worth?

Your Top Ten Take-Aways from this Workshop

1. Discover your negotiating strengths and weaknesses and create a plan to sharpen your skills.
2. Learn to turn unresolved differences into greater mutual gains.
3. Discover how to negotiate comfortably with win/win and win/lose counterparts.
4. Practice countermeasures to overcome buyers’ gambits.
5. Gain fluency to be effective and unflappable under pressure.
6. See how you can prepare quickly and thoroughly for negotiation with our preparation worksheet.
7. Find out how to overcome impasses with creative options.
8. Learn to enter negotiations from a position of strength.
9. Discover secrets to lasting agreements that lead to stronger relationships
10. Obtain a set of custom countermeasures to your top negotiating challenges.

Randy Hnatko

Presenter: Randy Hnatko, President, Trainwest Management and Consulting Inc.

209 - THE INTEGRATED APPROACH TO SALES AND MARKETING

Are your sales and marketing efforts creating profitable results? Are you getting more business from existing customers and winning new customers? Is the message you are sending what the market hears?

Successful marketers create “Brand” recognition, even in today’s over-communicated market, by developing promotions that ignite powerful responses. Many businesses build marketing efforts independent of the sales process.

The result: Marketing efforts that seldom work. Sales opportunities are missed. Customers feel unheard and employees feel frustrated.

The solution: Successful marketers take an integrated approach to their sales and marketing. Integrated Sales and Marketing embeds the ‘sales message’ throughout the organization and enhances the customer’s experience. Using an integrated approach ensures a better return on your marketing investment and improved sales performance. And, integrated marketing creates a competitive advantage.

In this “Integrated Approach to Sales and Marketing” workshop, learn innovative marketing and gain the tools to master your marketing success.

From this workshop you will:

• Develop success strategies using the foundations of Integrated Marketing
• Avoid the common sales and marketing pitfalls that many businesses make
• Position your “Brand” in the mind of your prospects and customers
• Write effective “high impact” proposals that will attract more business
• Use Advertising, Public Relations and Sales Promotion more effectively
• Develop innovative approaches to attract more of your ideal customers and retain existing valued customers
• Utilize your marketing dollars cost efficiently
• Create dynamic sales presentations that win more business
• Turn everyone in your business into a saavy marketer
• Reposition the competition — compete by changing the rules

Presenter: David Saxby, Entrepreneur and Author of Customer Service Goldmine and Sales Gurus Speak Out

Biography: David Saxby is a professional speaker, consultant and a sales and marketing strategist. He has gained a reputation as a catalyst to breakthrough strategies for clients across the globe. David’s presentations focus on three core areas: Innovation, Sales and Marketing and Effective Sales Presentation Skills. For over 20 years he has been delivering presentations to business people, ranging from home-based entrepreneurs to executives of Fortune 500 companies in the land development, real estate and construction industry as well as the professional services sectors: legal, medical, financial, architectural and engineering.

The son of an architect, David gained first hand knowledge of the building industry. His formal training was as a graphic designer and advertising creative director. Over the past 30 years he has built several successful marketing firms in Western Canada.

David is past Chair of the Calgary’s “Small Business Week,” and a past National Director of CAPS (the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers).

He is the co-author of two books, Customer Service Goldmine and Sales Gurus Speak Out.

211 - UNIVERSAL DESIGN — THE GOOD, THE BAD, THE UGLY

The presentation begins with a discussion of the difficulties people with disabilities have interacting with their environment. Real-life examples of how barriers can be eliminated using simple, creative and cost-effective Universal Design principles are then demonstrated. Environments will include entrances, ramps, washrooms, barrier free path of travel, parking, public facilities and outdoor public spaces. Design elements will include structure, use of space, placement, & finishes. The second half of the presentation is a case study of the state-of-the-art recreation facility in Red Deer, Alberta — the Collicutt Centre. The presenter was the accessibility consultant on the project, meeting with the project manager every two weeks throughout design & construction. The audience will see how the principles of Universal Design, and a consultative process, can make a facility such as the Collicutt Centre accessible to everyone in the community — regardless of ability. Inclusion is a mindset at the Collicutt Centre — not an afterthought.

Presenter: Marlin Styner, Community Development Coordinator, Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta)