Annual Conference
TEAMWORK
MAKES THE
DREAM WORK
Join the DBIA Florida Region in Clearwater Beach for the preeminent design-build event in the state.
This is the only event in Florida created by and for the rapidly growing design-build industry. Design-build is the future and Design-Build 2024 is the perfect place for newbies and pros alike to get the latest on important design-build trends and topics. Meet decision makers and network with all members of project teams including contractors, architects, engineers, MEPs, attorneys and public and private Owners.
Location
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
Clearwater Beach, FL
Single/Double occupancy rooms are available at a group rate of $249/night plus applicable taxes. There is no resort fee. There are a limited number of government rooms at $225/night. The room block will remain open until Oct. 1, 2024, or when sold out.
Rooms are reserved for conference attendees, sponsors and speakers. Please register for the conference within 20 days of reserving your room.
OWNER SCHOLARSHIPS
Owners are a important member of the design-build team. A well-informed Owner can set the stage for a successful project from procurement through execution. There is a mental shift with design-build projects.
If funding is an issue, we encourage Owners to apply for scholarships to help offset registration fees and hotel costs. Scholarships will be issued as funds allow. Please apply to the Louis J. Martinez Owner Scholarship Program.
Program
Wed., Oct. 23 | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
The conference will kick off with an Owners Only Session. Practioners can join the discussions after 1:00 pm. This will set the stage for a successful conference.
Thurs. Oct. 24 | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Soak up the knowledge with a full day of educational sessions focused on educating Owners and practitioners alike. Hear how challenges were met and overcome, gain insight into design-build best practices, lessons learned, and more.
Fri., Oct. 25 | 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Continue to gain educational insights as we close out the conference.
AWARDS LUNCHEONThurs., Oct. 24 | 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Sponsored by: 
Celebrate the 2024 DBIA Florida Region Design-Build Project Award winners as well as individual awardees. Lunch is included with registration.
NETWORKINGWed., Oct. 23 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Opening Night Event
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Dress in your Hawaiian best and join us beachside for a luau. Put on your Hawaiian attire and join us beachside for a luau! Enjoy dinner, drinks, a DJ, and glow-in-the-dark games like bocce ball, cornhole, volleyball, and giant beer pong. Or, simply relax by a cozy fire pit while getting to know your fellow DBIA members at the opening night event. There is a separate fee required. Event is open only to conference attendees.
Thurs., Oct. 24 | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Networking Reception
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Continue your conference networking as you socialize with fellow conference attendees and sponsors.
