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FOURTH ANNUAL

OCTOBER 23, 2025

ABOUT

NEW ORLEANS MARRIOTT WAREHOUSE ARTS DISTRICT

859 CONVENTION CENTER BLVD, NEW ORLEANS, LA

How to Predict, Avoid and Fix Problems: What Works and What Doesn’t

The Blueprint Conference, brought to you by Riess LeMieux, serves to provide insight into critical issues in the construction industry. This year’s panels will explore what works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to predicting, avoiding, and fixing problems. Hear from developers, contractors, designers, insurers, and attorneys as they share how they’re navigating risk, resolving misalignment, and overcoming real-world challenges on today’s complex projects.

The event also provides a unique opportunity to network and learn alongside industry professionals and executives.

The Blueprint Conference offers Continuing Education (CE) credits for the American Institute of Architects (AIA), 3 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits through the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits through the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board (LAPELS).

SCHEDULE

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SCHEDULE

Subject to Change

8:00 - 9:00:
Registration

9:00 - 9:55:
Top Issues Impacting Developers and How They Deal with Them

9:55 - 10:15:
Networking Break

10:15 - 11:05:
Top Issues Contractors Deal with and How They Solve Challenges

11:05 - 11:25:
Networking Break

11:25 - 12:15:
How Designers Solve Problems with Owners and Contractors and the Cost of Misalignment

12:15 - 1:00:
Networking & Lunch

1:00 - 1:45:
Insurance Uncovered - What Does This Project Really Need?

1:45 - 2:00:
Networking Break

2:00 - 2:45:
In the Trenches - Subcontractors on Working Through the Challenges of a Project

2:45 - 2:55:
Coffee, Dessert & Drink Service Begins

2:55 - 3:30:
Cocktails and Cases: A Legal Update with Libations

3:30:
Cocktail Reception

MEET OUR SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS & PRESENTERS

SPONSORS

HOST SPONSOR

LUNCH SPONSOR

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CONCRETE SPONSORS

NETWORKING BREAK SPONSORS

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WOOD SPONSOR

NAILS SPONSOR

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INDUSTRY SPONSORS

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Accredited and in collaboration
with AIA New Orleans

Louisiana Surety Association

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Click here to view the sponsorship packet.

SPONSORS

SPONSORS

EXHIBITORS

Interested in becoming an exhibitor?
Exhibiting at the conference is a great way to connect with industry professionals and increase visibility for your organization. For $500, exhibitors receive a designated space with a 6-foot table and two chairs. You'll have the opportunity to engage with 400+ attendees during breakfast, networking breaks, and the cocktail reception. If you're interested in becoming an exhibitor, click the link below and we'll be in touch with next steps.

Click here to contact us.

Exhibitor

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