Conference & Expo

Joint Engineer Training

2014 Joint Engineer TrainingConference & Expo

May 20-23, 2014 • www.same.org/jetcOrange County Convention Center, Orlando, Fla.

Make an Impact…Make a Difference…Make the Decision to Attend the SAME 2014 Joint Engineer & Training Conference & Expo!At the 2014 JETC you can:• Take advantage of continuing education and professional

development opportunities. • Gain insight on ideas and solutions from industry and

government experts. • Discover new products and services. • Build valuable connections.

Register today and make a difference in your career and your business!

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INVITED SPEAKERS:

LT. GEN. THOMAS P. BOSTICK, P.E., USAU.S. Army Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

REAR ADM. KATHERINE L. GREGORY, P.E., CEC, USNChief of Civil Engineers and Commander, Naval Facilities and Engineering Command

BRIG. GEN. TIMOTHY S. GREEN, P.E., USAFDirector of Civil Engineering, Deputy Chief of Staff, Logistics, Installations and Mission Support, U.S. Air Force

Whether you’re looking to learn new ways to work in a joint environment, earn PDHs for certification renewal, find new teaming partners, or expand your business in the federal marketplace, the SAME 2014 JETC has the educational and networking opportunities you need!

Here are some highlights of what you can expect at the SAME 2014 JETC taking place May 20-23 in Orlando, Fla. For a full list of JETC workshops, sessions and networking events, visit www.same.org/JETC.

Schedule-At-A-Glance

Tuesday, May 20, 20148:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Pre-Conference Courses1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Technical Tour 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.

•YM/NCO and Fellows Mentoring Event •First Time and New Member Orientation

7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Ice Breaker at Universal Studios City Walk

Wednesday, May 21, 20148:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.

Opening Session w/ DOD Executive Panel10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Open12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Honors Luncheon2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.

Education Sessions 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Uniformed Service All Hands Meetings4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Networking Reception in Exhibit Hall

Thursday, May 22, 20147:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Post Awards & Annual Business Meeting8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Open10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Education Sessions 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

•Lunch in Exhibit Hall•Fellows Luncheon

2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.Education Sessions

6:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m.Society Ball, Reception and Dinner

Friday, May 23, 20149:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Technical Tour

Ice Breaker at Universal Studios CityWalk | Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Reconnect with colleagues and expand your network during the opening reception for the 2014 JETC! You’ll love this year’s block party-style event at Universal Studios City Walk featuring venues such as Bob Marley’s, Pat O’Brien’s and Rising Star.

Opening Session with DOD Executive PanelWednesday, 8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.Gain valuable information at the highly informative opening session. This session—a favorite among attendees—features the Engineering Service Chiefs who will discuss their fiscal year programs and address issues and challenges facing the military engineering community.

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Society Ball w/ Reception & Dinner Thursday, 6:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m.End the conference in style at this elegant evening of networking, dining and dancing. It’s a great way to get to know your JETC colleagues.

Technical ToursTuesday, 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Port Canaveral (2 PDHs)Friday, 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Veterans Administration Medical Center (2 PDHs)

Honors LuncheonWednesday, 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Join your colleagues, the Engineering Service Chiefs and the SAME National President to honor members of the uniformed services and SAME for outstanding achievements. Come celebrate excellence and learn what it takes to be recognized as outstanding in your field.

“I left JETC wishing it was one day longer as there was so much to see and do. Overall JETC was a

great value and I definitely plan to attend every year.”

—Michael ChowMetro CD Engineering

Looking to make a Big Impact at JETC?

Secure a Sponsorship or Reserve an Exhibit Booth and Get Noticed!Hurry…prime sponsorships and booth locations are going quickly. Visit www.same.org/JETC and get started today.

Post Awards Breakfast & Annual Business MeetingThursday, 7:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.Celebrate the successes of SAME Posts, get a status of SAME operations and welcome Col. John Mogge, USAF (Ret.) as he is installed as SAME President.

Exhibit Hall Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. &Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Find the products, services and people you need in the Exhibit Hall. With more than 200 companies and expert representatives onsite you are sure to make the right connections to help you succeed. And, with an anticipated attendance of more than 1,500 professionals from the A/E/C, environmental and facility management disciplines, you’re sure to meet professionals with whom you can share information, experiences and possible teaming opportunities.

Register now at www.same.org/JETC. Visit www.same.org/JETC for full session descriptions and a full conference schedule.

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JETC Education SessionsWednesday, May 21 2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.

2013 Urbahn Medal Recipient LectureHosted by the Architectural Practice Committee Moderator: David Packard, RA, PMP, USACE

Micro Grids and Energy SecurityHosted by the Energy & Sustainability CommitteeModerator: Capt. Michael Blount, P.E., F.SAME, USN (Ret.), Balfour Beatty Construction

PFCs – An Emerging ContaminantHosted by the Environmental Committee Moderator: Melissa Helton, PG, AMEC E&I

BUILDER Implementation by DOD Military DepartmentsHosted by the Facility Asset Management Committee Moderator: Stacey K. Hirata, P.E., SES, HQ USACE

Contracting in the AOR: Lessons Learned from Government Perspective Hosted by the Joint Engineer Contingency Operations CommitteeModerator: Maj. Gen. Kendall P. “Ken” Cox, USA, HQ USACE

Response to National DisastersHosted by The Infrastructure Security Partnership (TISP)Moderator: Maj. Gen. Michael J. Walsh, USA (Ret.), Dewberry

Thursday, May 22 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

DOD Facility Design & Construction: Strategic Focus and DirectionModerator: JJ Tang, AIA, LEED AP, HDR Architecture Inc.

Low Level Radiological ContaminationModerator: Alan Solow, CHP, Cabrera Services

DOD Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP)—Energy and WaterModerator: Glen R. DeWillie, P.E., HydroGeoLogic Inc.

Joint Engineer DoctrineModerator: Maj. Gen. Todd J. Semonite, P.E., USA, HQ USACE

Current Practices with Low Price Technically Acceptable ContractsModerator: Rear Adm. Doug Morton, P.E., CEC, USN, HQ NAVFAC

Be Prepared to Succeed in Today’s Challenging Federal Marketplace Hosted by the Small Business Council Moderator: Gita Murthy, Ph.D., RORE Inc.

Thursday, May 22 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Building Information Management Moderator: Mark Willey, P.E., Pond & Company

Sustainability UFC Updates Moderator: Paula Loomis, FAIA, F.SAME, LEED BD&C, PMP, CPHC, HQ USACE

Contracting in the AOR: Lessons Learned from Industry Perspective Moderator: Col. William H. Haight III, P.E., USA (Ret.), Louis Berger Group

Net Zero Status: Service PanelModerator: Ralph Kaneshiro, P.E., CEM, Aero-star SES LLC

Commissioning: Industry and DOD Approaches and ImpactsModerator: Col. Marv Fisher, LEED AP, F.SAME, USAF (Ret.), Farnsworth Group Inc.

Developing Engineers and the Value of Credentialing Moderator: Maj. Gen. Timothy A. Byers, F.SAME, USAF (Ret.), Atkins

“The educational sessions were top flight...”—William Hall,

Ty Lin International

Kick start your JETC educational experience by attending one of SAME’s Pre-Conference Courses. These day-long courses take an in-depth look at a topic to address challenges and issues and provide workable solutions. Separate registration is required.

Pre-Conference CoursesTuesday, May 20 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

NEW! The Total Building Commissioning Process – What It Is and What It Is NOT!8 PDHs, 8 AIA LUsInstructor: J. Woody Thompson, P.E., CBCP, CPMP, CEM – Reynolds, Smith & Hills

Learn everything you need to know about the Total Building Commissioning Process. Starting with the definitions of Commissioning (Cx) and Retro-Commissioning (RCx), perceptions and expectations of the Cx process from the perspective of all stakeholders will be presented and discussed with the purpose of illustrating the varying levels of agreement on “What Commissioning Is and Is Not.” Through case studies, discussions and interactive activities, participants will discover potential energy conservation and utility cost-saving benefits that go beyond LEED.

Project Risk Management 8 PDHsInstructor: J. Zachary Bedford, MacDonald-Bedford LLC

Strengthen your Risk Management knowledge by discovering the needed tools and techniques for analyzing and prioritizing threats and opportunities. Learn the best practices that have evolved and, further, what may be in store given ongoing efforts to advance risk management practices.

Increasing the Sustainability of Existing DOD Buildings 8 PDHs, USGBC Certified for 7.5 GBCI CE hours and 8 AIA LUs/HSW/SDInstructor: Luke Leising, P.E., AIA, LEED AP, Guidon Design Inc.

15 percent of the buildings owned by the federal government and military services are required to meet the guidelines for High Performance Sustainable Buildings. Discover the tools facility managers, designers and facility engineers need to asses and implement sustainability and energy improvements to their facilities. The course uses the well-developed Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Existing Building rating system as a framework for applying overall building sustainability.

The Basics of Business Development in the A/E/C MarketplaceHosted by the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS)6.5 PDH’s, 6.5 CEUs Instructor: Karen O. Courtney, AIA, FSMPS, L’Acquis Consulting Engineers

This interactive course will give you the special skills, techniques and tools necessary to develop and maintain a successful business development program for your professional services firm. As a business developer, your contributions can make a significant impact on your firm’s bottom line—under any market conditions. Enhance your performance, expand your knowledge, and build a strong network of contacts through SMPS education.

**All government speakers are invited pending department approval; Conference Program subject to change.