FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2016 /// MIAMI, FL /// 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CONFERENCE SPONSORS LEADERSHIP AND RECEPTION SPONSOR LEADERSHIP FRIENDS

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1 FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2016 /// MIAMI, FL /// 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CONFERENCE SPONSORS LEADERSHIP AND RECEPTION SPONSOR LEADERSHIP FRIENDS COOPERATING ORGANIZATIONS ABA Forum on Construction Law Design Build Institute of America American Institute of Architects Dispute Resolution Board Foundation American Subcontractors Association Lean Construction Institute College of Commercial Arbitrators National Association of Professional Engineers Consensus Docs National Association of Surety Bond Producers Construction Financial Management Association National Utility Contractors Association Construction Management Association of America

2 CONFERENCE MODERATORS: John E. Bulman, Pierce Atwood LLP; Providence, RI Albert Bates, Jr., Duane Morris, LLP; Pittsburgh, PA 8:00 Continental Breakfast 8:30 Welcome & Introductions Linda Beyea, Vice President, Construction Division, American Arbitration Association 8:45 The Right Tool for the Job - Customizing the Proper ADR Process for Your Project Enhancements to the standard arbitration process exist that can prove beneficial to clients. Learn about the different methods of dispute resolution and how to customize a process that can improve outcomes and increase client satisfaction. 9:45 Break * Corey B. Collins, Associate General Counsel, MasTec, Inc.; Coral Gables, FL * Valerie Strong Sanders, Sutherland, Asbill & Brennan, LLP; Atlanta, GA * Gregory S. Martin, Martin Hild, P.A.; Maitland, FL 10:00 Who s the Boss? - What is the Authority of the Arbitrator? It often is said, it s the parties process, but what does that really mean? Given that the revised AAA Construction Arbitration Rules have afforded greater authority to the arbitrator, learn what the roles and responsibilities of the decision maker are, as well as some helpful tips to navigate the rules in your next arbitration. * John P. Carpenter, Assistant General Counsel, Kiewit Infrastructure West Co.; Fairfield, CA * Peter Goetz, Goetz Fitzpatrick LLP; New York, NY * Larry Harris, The Law Offices of Larry D. Harris; Potomac, MD 11:00 Arbitrar una Disputa Internacional de Construcción This session covers the top five techniques you need to know about international arbitration and how these same strategies can be applied to domestic cases for greater process efficiency. 12:00 Lunch * Paul A. Bruno, Managing General Counsel, Fluor Corporation; Irving, TX * Mark R. Cheskin, Hogan Lovells US LLP; Miami, FL * Michael P. Subak, Pepper Hamilton LLP; Philadelphia, PA MIAMI, FL 2

3 1:00 Don t Get Burned - Effectively Hot-Tubbing Experts Hot-Tubbing experts is an international technique gaining popularity within domestic arbitration, but despite the name, you won t get wet participating in this roleplay that demonstrates an effective way to question experts. * Sarah B. Biser, McCarter & English, LLP; New York, NY * Deborah Bovarnick Mastin, Law Office of Deborah Mastin, PLLC; Miami, FL * Jerry P. Brodsky, Peckar & Abramson, P.C.; Miami, FL * Roy J. Cooper, PE, Arcadis; Middletown, CT * Patrick A. McGeehin, FTI Consulting; Rockville, MD 2:15 Taylor Swift or the Rolling Stones? - The Changing ADR Landscape The future of dispute resolution is rapidly changing with the technology and work habits that Gen Xers and Millennials are bringing to the ADR landscape. But is it all for the better? Come hear a lively discussion between the tried and true and avant-garde and realize what you could do better either way. 3:15 Break * Herbert H. (Hal) Gray, III, Ragsdale, Beals, Seigler, Patterson & Gray, LLP; Atlanta, GA * Charles Harris, Principal Counsel and Manager of Litigation & Claims, Bechtel Corporation; Reston, VA * William B. (Ben) Westcott, Andrew Myers, P.C.; Houston, TX 3:30 What Every Advocate Can Learn from Walking in an Arbitrator s Shoes Too often advocates do not properly consider how they are perceived or what tools they are actually giving to the arbitrator to assist him/her in rendering a decision. Every advocate should step into the shoes of an arbitrator if just for a day to see things from the arbitrator s perspective. * Melinda Gentile, Peckar & Abramson, P.C.; Miami, FL * Karen P. Layng, Chief Strategic Officer and General Counsel, Scheck Industries; Countryside, IL * Danny Shaw, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC; Mandeville, LA * R. Miles Stanislaw, Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald, LLP; Seattle, WA * Wendy Kennedy Venoit, Vice President, General Counsel, Suffolk Construction Company; Boston, MA 4:45 Closing Remarks Michael A. Marra, Vice President, Construction Division, American Arbitration Association 5:00 Adjourn - Cocktail Reception MIAMI, FL 3

4 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Registration Fee $395 if registered before March 1, 2016 $450 if registered after March 1, 2016 Full payment must be received in order to process registration. Conference registration fees include admission to all seminars, course materials, luncheon, breaks, and cocktail receptions as outlined in the program agenda. Cancellation Policy. Only a completed form with full payment will be processed; one form per attendee. Please do not make any travel arrangements until you receive a confirmation . Should you need to cancel your registration, send your written request via to AAAEducation@adr.org or fax at by 3/18/16 to AAA Education Services for a refund of 50% of your registration fee. We regret that no refunds can be made after that date. Substitution of attendees can be made at any time. Materials. Materials will be available at the conference and on the conference website. CLE INFORMATION West LegalEdcenter is procuring continuing legal education (CLE) credits on behalf of American Arbitration Association. This program is available for CLE credits in California, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. Credit amounts vary by attendance verification and jurisdictional rules. For jurisdictions not listed, or for other professional organizations, a Uniform Certificate of Attendance can be provided to confirm attendance credit. VENUE Conrad Miami 1395 Brickell Avenue Miami, FL Hotel Reservation Information: Conrad Miami, 1395 Brickell Arch, Miami, FL A limited number of rooms are available at a reduced rate. For complete hotel information and to reserve you room, go to MIAMI, FL 4

5 HOW TO REGISTER 4 Ways to Register for the Conference: ONLINE: At Details to AAAEducation@adr.org. FAX: Complete the form below and send to (972) Attn: AAA Education Services. MAIL: Complete the form below and send to AAA Education Services American Arbitration Association Noel Road, Suite 700 Dallas, TX USA REGISTRATION FORM Please type or print. Mr. Ms. Mrs. Dr. Name: Job Title: Company: Address: METHOD OF PAYMENT USD Fee to be charged to the card Visa MasterCard American Express Name on Credit Card: Card Number: Expiration Date: CSV#: City: Billing Address if different from above: Province/State: Postal Code: Country: Telephone: Fax: Signature: Questions? Contact AAA Education Services at or AAAEducation@adr.org MIAMI, FL 5