EVENT OVERVIEW

COLLABORATE. INNOVATE. DELIVER. OWNERS LEVERAGING DESIGN-BUILD FOR SUCCESS

The DBIA Western Pacific Region 2026 Education Summit & Awards is the premier gathering that brings together practitioners, owners and suppliers to advance collaboration in construction project delivery. This year’s summit will span from Sunday to Wednesday. The summit will focus on supporting our owners in design-build. Sunday will feature the opening night reception that will kick off the summit. So be sure to come in early.

We continue to showcase powerful technical sessions, networking opportunities and time on your own to meet up with new and old connections. Don’t miss the Tuesday evening reception and awards dinner to see some of the eminent projects in the region this year.

Experience the thriving culture of Arizona like a local. From picturesque hikes through sprawling desert landscapes to lively festivals and memorable day trips, Scottsdale is filled with unique attractions and activities. Be sure to set out and see all of the area’s adventures. We look forward to seeing you in Scottsdale!

Summit registration will close on May 14 , 2026 at 5:00PM PST. If conference sells out, it will close at sell out.

SPEAKERS

Tuesday Lunch
Keynote Speaker

Renée Cheng

Senior Vice Provost, Dean and Professor,

Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts

Monday Welcome Breakfast

Stan Chiu

HDR, Inc.

Megan Fairley

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

Andy Thul

Wōden Fire

General Session Speakers

Anne Fletcher

Woods Bagot

Hrishi Maha

DPR Construction

MESSAGE FROM THE 2026 EDUCATION SUMMIT CHAIR

Jennie Gonzalez

National Design/Build Services (NDBS)

Dear DBIA-WPR Members and Industry Colleagues,

Last year, as part of our theme Building Our Future Leaders, we took an important step forward by offering complimentary registration to project owners for the first time. The response was incredible. We were reminded that leadership exists at every level and across every discipline—and that owners play a critical role in the success of Design-Build delivery.

Building on that momentum and the valuable feedback we heard from our owner community, our 2026 theme is Collaborate. Innovate. Deliver. Owners Leveraging Design-Build for Success. This year’s Education Summit is intentionally focused on supporting owners in their Design-Build journey while continuing to foster meaningful collaboration across the entire Design-Build team. I am excited to share that we will once again be offering complimentary conference registration for owners, reinforcing our commitment to education and collaboration.

We are also thrilled to host the DBIA-WPR Education Summit & Awards Program in Arizona for the first time. Our planning committee, alongside the dedicated members of the DBIA Arizona Chapter, has been working hard to create an engaging, high-quality experience that delivers impactful education, thoughtful dialogue, and valuable connections.

It is truly an honor to continue serving as Conference Chair, and I look forward to welcoming you to Arizona for another inspiring and successful Education Summit!

With gratitude,

Jennie Gonzalez
DBIA-WPR Annual Education Summit and Awards Planning Chair

LOCATION 

Venue Information 

The Education Summit will take place at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Arizona. Approximately a 25 minute drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

The Princess is a haven of on-site activities and fresh experiences for guests of all ages, with five award-winning restaurants and bars, multiple sparkling pools and cabanas, Well & Being Spa, a world-class golf course, shopping, fire pits, the family-friendly Trailblazers Kids Club, and so much more.

Can’t wait to see you!

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess • 7575 East Princess Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

scottsdale@fairmont.com

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