Announcing LEED 201 and Concrete Repair – Special discounted rate for AIA members

We are delighted to announce two outstanding workshops that will run alongside The Big 5 Saudi on the 11^th March 2011 at the Jeddah Centre for Forums and Events - Concrete Repair [F1] and LEED 201: Core Concepts and Strategies[F2] , both events endorsed by AIA Middle East.

Concrete Repair Workshop The Concrete Repair workshop led by Concrete Repairs Ltd, will address many of the key issues surrounding concrete repair as well as corrosion control, and help you to take the necessary steps to ensure that you maximise the lifespan of your new and existing projects. Key learning points: 1.       Update your concrete repair and corrosion knowledge in line with the most recent European Standards and Concrete Society Technical Reports 2.       Improve your ability to effectively mitigate the risk of concrete damage to improve life-cycle costs and maintain structural integrity 3.       Detect the potential risk of damage through improved monitoring, inspection and analysis 4.       Ensure that your application and use of concrete supports effective maintenance  Click here to download the Concrete Repair workshop brochure.[F3]  SPECIAL AIA MEMBER RATE! US$399 (standard fee US$ 450) To register call or more information please contact Juma  on Tel: +971 (0)4 438 0355 ext 277 or email jumaghulam@dmgevents.com. Please quote your reference code AIAMEMBER1.
LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies This USGBC LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies Workshop will provide you essential knowledge of sustainable building concepts that are fundamental to all LEED rating systems. Key learning points: 1.       Identify the key components of the LEED Rating System 2.       Discuss overall LEED Certification process 3.       Describe the intents and associated concepts of each LEED credit category 4.       Explain regulations, recognitions and incentives related to each credit category 5.       Recognize successful LEED strategies and measurements for achieving credit category goals  Click here to download the LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies workshop brochure.[F4]  SPECIAL AIA MEMBER RATE! US$650 (standard fee US$ 850) To register call or more information please contact Juma  on Tel: +971 (0)4 438 0355 ext 277 or email jumaghulam@dmgevents.com. Please quote your reference code AIAMEMBER1.

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Cityscape Egypt 20-23 February 2012

Special offer for AIA members, save 15% off the standard conference rate.  Quote AIA when registering.
Cityscape Egypt, taking place from 20 - 23 February 2012, is delighted to announce two brand new conferences taking place for the first time in Egypt at the Cairo International Convention and Exhibition Centre:
	20-22 Feb
Bringing together influential regional and international real estate developers, financiers, investors and public officials, the Egypt Real Estate Summit will discuss the state and potential of the Republic’s real estate market, and provide strategies, contacts and opportunities for capitalising on the enormous potential of Egypt’s real estate sector. Download the brochure today to see the full agenda Speakers taking part include: General Authority for Investment, Beltone Financial, Rooya Holdings, Sakan Finance, Credit Suisse, Mortgage Finance Fund, Emaar Misr, Silk Invest, Al Futtaim Investment Management, Qatari Diar and many more… CLICK HERE to register your place today
	22-23 Feb
For the first time in Cairo, Retail City Egypt will bring together internationally renowned and regional retailers, franchise operators, mall developers, mall managers, financiers and investors to discuss the latest market dynamics and opportunities, and provide delegates with all the information needed to develop a robust business plan for profiting from Egypt’s booming retail market. Download the brochure to see the full agenda

FIRE SAFETY

We welcome 2012 with a 2 LU/HSW presentation by Mark S Unglaub, AHC / CDC / CSI, a Global Architectural Consultant for STANLEY BLACK & DECKER.  Mark will be here to review elements and components of UL10C requirements for fire doors. Life safety will also be addressed. NFPA 80 and 101 will be discussed as they relate to hardware, doors and frames, and UL10C. Security, as it relates to openings, will be covered.

Learning Objectives

Participants will better understand UL10C Positive Pressure Fire Test and Access Control, including electro-mechanical products, as they interact with Codes, Standards, Building Design and Aesthetics.

When:  January 15, 2012, 7:00PM

Where:  Regus Al Bateen, Bateen Tower C6, First Floor, Bainunah Street 34, Abu Dhabi

Please RSVP to events@aiamiddleeast.org so we have an adequate head count to prepare accordingly.

YEP - AIA Middle East's Year End Party!

We are pleased to announce our inaugural Year End Party  for 2011 - can you believe how quickly that went by??  We are officially one year old and looking to celebrate with you, our members and sponsors.  You are cordially invited to join us first for a Continuing Education session on Risk Management presented by Baker Botts followed by an evening of fun and networking.  We encourage you all to come and as space is limited we ask that you RSVP as soon as possible to ensure your space.

AIA Middle East welcomes a new Corporate Sponsor!

We are proud to announce that Dornbracht have joined AIA Middle East as Silver Level Corporate Sponsors! We extend greetings and sincere thanks for the support shown by this industry leader of our chapter.

AIA Middle East is able to service its members only through the generous support of its sponsors; please join us in welcoming and thanking them. Soon, you will be hearing about great opportunities and services brought to you through their generosity.