\ SDS2 SUMMIT 2023
ATTENDEE agenda
From knowledge-packed breakout sessions to networking opportunities and fun events, see what's in store for you at SDS2 Summit 2023, taking place October 11-12 in Omaha, NE. Details subject to change.
day 1 \ wednesday, OCTOBER 11
8:00 - 9:00 am
capitol ballroom 1
SDS2 Opening Remarks
Michelle McCarthy, David Zabka, & Caitlin Metcalf, PE
9:00 - 10:00 am
capitol ballroom 1
Leading Change: Accelerate Achievement of What Matters Most and Thrive in the Age of Disruption
Mike Evans - Award-Winning Speaker and Author
breakout sessions \ 10:10 - 11:00 am
capitol ballroom 1
Getting Started: modeling best practices for seamless project execution
Matt Bell
Customer Success Consultant, SDS2
capitol ballroom 3&4
Scaling New Heights: Overcoming Design Build Challenges on Industrial Stair Towers
Sean Tracy and Ravi Polamarasetty, PE
DGS Technical Services
breakout sessions \ 11:10 am - 12:00 pm
capitol ballroom 1
improve your everyday efficiency with macros and shortcuts
Erin Way - Delta Structural Steel
capitol ballroom 3&4
creating smart detail sheets in sds2 with tables, reports, custom properties, and symbols
Iulian Serban - CANAM
dodge
Choosing the CORRECT profiling option for YOUR fabrication facility
Brandon Welch - HGG
lunch \ 12:00 - 1:00 pm
breakout sessions \ 1:00 - 1:50 pm
capitol ballroom 1
how to eliminate clutter and streamline your reference drawing workflows
Doug Dutkiewicz - Universal Detailing, Inc.
capitol ballroom 3&4
Model Management Tips for Reviews, Reports, and Submittals
Jordan Vasquez - Technical Consultant, SDS2
dodge
Using SDS2 to Detail Simpson Strong-Tie® Yield-Link® Brace Connection: A Demonstration
breakout sessions \ 2:00 - 2:50 pm
capital ballroom 1
Level up with the Latest from the SDS2 Toolbox: HGG and Beyond
Steve Wisniewski - Quality Assurance Analyst, SDS2
Capital Ballroom 3&4
What's Wrong with my Drawings?
Kerri Olsen - National Institute of Steel Detailing
networking break sponsored by canam \ 3:00 - 4:00 pm \ exhibition hall
roundtable discussions \ 4:00 - 5:30 pm \ capital ballroom 1
welcome reception \ 5:30 - 7:00 pm \ exhibition hall
day 2 \ thursday, OCTOBER 12
coffee break \ 9:15 - 10:00 AM
breakout sessions \ 10:00 - 10:50 am
capitol ballroom 1
Leveling up: Modeling Best Practices for efficient workflows
Matt Bell
Customer Success Consultant, SDS2
capitol ballroom 3&4
The UT Dallas Athenaeum Museum of Art: Architectural Marvel and Detailing Triumph
Matt Pilch - Steelweb, Inc.
dodge
Creating Your own Hybrid Plugin: A Step-by-step guide
Travis Pettry - Apps by TAP, LLC
breakout sessions \ 11:00 - 11:50 am
capitOl ballroom 1
From In-House to Subcontract Detailing: Navigating Expectations and Setting Up for Success
Jason Bondioli - United Structural, LLC
Capitol Ballroom 3 & 4
The RFI Playbook: Hidden tools for efficient communication and issue resolution
Jordan Vasquez - Technical Consultant, SDS2
lunch \ 12:00 - 1:00 pm
breakout sessions \ 1:00 - 1:50 pm
capitol ballroom 1
THE FUNDAMENTALS OF REPORT WRITING AND MODIFICATION IN SDS2
Steve Wisniewski - Quality Assurance Analyst, SDS2
capitol ballroom 3&4
Advanced Workflow Enhancements for Your SDS2 to Tekla PowerFab Integration
Jonathan Henriksen - M&N Structures
dodge
Working Together for Smarter, Safer, and Stronger Structures
Caitlin Metcalfe, PE - Product Manager, SDS2
breakout sessions \ 2:00 - 2:50 pm
capitol ballroom 1
Exploring AI: How Chat GPT Can Help You Get Started in Python Development
Kurt Apted - M&G Steel
capitol ballroom 3&4
Handrail Automation and Detailing Panel Discussion
Lori Chasse - Lightning Rail / Automated Layout Technology
Brandon Welch - HGG
Todd Ferrance - EMI Technologies
dodge
Bimplus by ALLPLAN: Enhance project efficiency and accuracy with BIMPLUS
Daniel Istvan
VP of Customer Success, SDS2
networking break sponsored by controlled automation \ 3:00 - 4:00 pm
breakout sessions \ 4:00 - 4:50 pm
capitol ballroom 3&4
Unleash the Power of Modular Custom PRoperties for enhanced Data management
David Zabka - Product Manager, SDS2
dodge
Tips and Tricks for New Users
Dillon Graham
Customer Success Consultant, SDS2
business meeting \ 5:00 - 6:00 pm \ Capital ballroom 3&4
conference dinner sponsored by peddinghaus \ 6:00 - 8:00 pm \ capital ballroom 1