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Event (LA/OC)

Date: April 23, 2026 

Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Location: Holiday Inn, La Mirada, 14299 Firestone Blvd, La Mirada, CA 90638

Description: DBIA-WPR LA/OC Chapter Event, ALTERNATIVE DELIVERY IN PRACTICE: COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT PERSPECTIVES.  Join DBIA-WPR LA/OC Chapter, Riverside CCD, Los Angeles CCD, and Long Beach City College for a candid, owner‑driven discussion on the real‑world application of alternative delivery in bond‑funded capital programs. Panelists will share firsthand insights on why alternative delivery was pursued, the internal and procedural challenges encountered, and how organizational constraints influence project outcomes. This session emphasizes practical lessons learned and identifies where industry partners can most effectively support public owners in improving delivery performance, managing risk, and delivering value across complex community college programs. 

Speakers:

  • Hussain Agah - Associate Vice Chancellor, Facilities Planning & Development, Riverside CCD
  • David Travers - Director Of Contracting, Los Angeles CCD
  • Lalaine Fabi - Project Manager, Capital Planning and Construction, Long Beach City College
  • Heather Skaife - Executive Vice President of Operations, Gafcon
  • Moderator: James Awford - Principal, BnBuilders

Costs to Attend:

  • DBIA Member - $ 85.00 
  • YP DBIA Members - $35.00 
  • Non-Member - $110.00 
  • Students - $25.00 
  • Owners - $Free 

Agenda:

  • 4:00pm - Networking & Arrival 
  • 4:30pm - Welcome & Framing
  • 4:40pm - Program
  • 5:55pm   - Key Takeaways & Closing
  • 6:00pm   - Event Concludes

Hosted by LA/OC Chapter 2026 Corporate Sponsors.

 

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