What:
The Structural Engineers' Buildings Conference & Expo is the only annual conference to focus simultaneously on the most up-to-date technical issues in the successful completion of buildings, and the necessary management issues to increase your business expertise.

The conference program is focused on the most timely and important topics to today's structural engineer, including learning sessions on virtual building tools, technical design and analysis, the latest codes and guidelines, risk and liability issues, market opportunity, as well as project management and business strategies.

2009 Themes:
* Market Opportunities: Finding the Bright Spots in a Down Economy
* Retooling Your Business: Examining Your Strengths and Expanding Services
* Business Management: Effective Leadership and Strategic Business Planning
* Technical Innovation: Cutting-Edge Building Design Techniques and Tools

When:
Thursday, November 5th and Friday, November 6th, 2009

Where:
SWISSÔTEL
323 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601

Who will be there:
This conference program has been designed expressly for presidents, owners, developers, contractors, building code officials, principals, project managers, senior engineers, access to the exhibit hall and design engineers at all organizations responsible for the nation's buildings.

Attendee registration is limited to these business leaders. Building materials suppliers, software or business systems providers, insurance and financial firms, and other consultants with a powerful message for conference attendees may participate only as exhibitors or sponsors.

What's included:
Your conference registration fee includes two days of inspiring keynote speakers and intensive learning sessions, breakfasts, luncheons, refreshments, a city-view cocktail reception, and unlimited networking with leaders from the most successful firms in the industry.