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DBE Next Steps: A Four-Part Online Series to Prepare You for Change

The DBE program as we know it is on the brink of transformation. With anticipated changes driven by recent court rulings, the protections and preferential treatment that DBE firms rely…

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DBE Next Steps: Overhead Schedules & Unallowable Costs

July 29, 2025 from 1:30-2:30 PM Eastern Overhead schedules (aka indirect rate calculations) show the indirect rates or costs applied to direct labor to develop contract pricing. DOTs and other…

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DBE Next Steps: Timekeeping & Labor Distribution for DBE Firms

June 11, 2025 from 1:30-2:30 PM Eastern Labor costs are the largest expense for engineering firms, and accurate timekeeping is non-negotiable. This online class will unpack the Federal Acquisition Regulations…

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DBE Next Steps: Accounting Systems for DBE Firms

A compliant accounting system is crucial for financial stability and contracting success. It is the expectation of DOTs that firms follow consistent practices when bidding, booking, and billing costs. This…

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DBE Next Steps: Are You Ready for Coming Changes?

The landscape for DBE firms is shifting. With significant changes to the DBE program on the horizon, firms must prepare for increased competition and higher compliance expectations. This session will…

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Research Institute Market Briefing (hosted by MIC)

Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 1:30-2:30 PM Eastern Take a deep dive into the latest findings in ACEC Research Institute’s Q1 2025 Engineering Business Sentiment Survey with Joe Bates, Senior…

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The Future of Engineering Leadership: An ACEC/Michigan Study on Motivations and Expectations of the Next Generation of Firm and Industry Leaders

In an era of unprecedented change in technology, diversity of the workforce, hybrid work environments and cultural norms, the AEC consulting industry stands at a critical juncture. The future of…

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Marketing & Proposal Automation with Joist AI

Join this educational two-part series, presented by Joist AI in collaboration with Olsson. This series is designed to help attendees navigate the complexities of artificial intelligence and how to properly…

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New Executive Orders on DEI: Impacts for Engineering Firms

Recently issued executive orders restricting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at federal agencies and among federal contractors will have significant impacts on engineering firms. Whether you are a business…

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Gensler’s Design Forecast 2025

Explore Gensler’s Design Forecast 2025, a collection of top global design trends shaping the future of the human experience and the built environment. The design forecast will include trends from…

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