VITRUM™ Glass Group is pleased to announce that we will be hosting Vitrum Glass Talks Seattle, on Thursday, October 17th, 2024. The vibrant city of Seattle, a city nestled between the dramatic waters of Puget Sound and the lush landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, stands as a captivating canvas of architectural innovation and diversity.
Along with the four informative sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to interact with primary glass suppliers and other key players from within the industry. This free event is being offered exclusively to professionals in the architectural glass industry – Architects, Spec Writers, Engineers, Glaziers, Builders and Developers. This event will be held in-person at InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, followed by a cocktail hour.
Date: October 17th, 2024, Thursday
Time: 1:00pm to 5:00pm (Doors open for Registration at 12nn, followed by a cocktail hour from 5pm to 6pm)
Location: INTERCONTINENTAL BELLEVUE AT THE AVENUE (850 Avenue Square NE Bellevue, WA 98004)
FIRST 100 ATTENDEES – will receive a $5 gift card from Starbucks as gifted by our Gold Sponsor Guardian Glass
DURING GLASS TALKS – our Gold Sponsor Vitro Architectural Glass will be giving away 2 El Gaucho Restaurant Gift Cards, valued at $250 each.
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- Description
VITRUM™ Glass Group would like to extend a personal invitation to you and your co-workers to attend Glass Talks 2024 – Seattle. Glass Talks is an annual educational conference hosted by one of North America’s leading glass fabricators, VITRUM™ Glass Group.
This half-day, highly informative conference will offer in-depth discussions on some of the most topical issues in the industry today. Led by a team of experts, each session will guide us through some of the most prevalent issues, challenges, and opportunities facing design professionals, builders, and developers.
Along with the 4 illuminating presentations, you will have the opportunity to hear from primary glass suppliers and others key players from within the architectural glass industry.
This free event is being offered exclusively to professionals in the building design industry – Architects, Spec Writers, Engineers, Glaziers, Builders and Developers.
Space is limited – REGISTER TODAY and guarantee your seat at this year’s conference.
For more information, please contact Maria Manning – mmanning@lorvalcapital.ca – 604-882-3513
ATTENTION AIA MEMBERS:
Glass Talks 2024 Seattle is eligible for up to 3 AIA Self-Reported LU’s - Schedule
12:00nn – 1:00pm Registration Open, Tabletop Exhibits Open 1:00pm – 1:50pm Session 1: Do’s and Don’ts of Laminated Glass by Mikhala Vail, Vitrum Glass Group 1:55pm – 2:45pm Session 2: Heavy Glass Entrance Systems presented by Paul Daniels, Frameless Hardware Company 2:45pm – 3:35pm Session 3: Making Glass Come to Life: The Principles of Glass Selection presented by Geoff Shellard, Guardian Glass 3:35pm-4:10pm Coffee Break, Tabletop Exhibits Open 4:10pm-5:00pm Session 4: Vino with Vitro presented by Chris Fronsoe, Vitro Architectural Glass 5:00pm-6:00pm Glass Talks 2024 – Seattle Closing Remarks, Tabletop Exhibits Open, Cocktail Hour - Sessions
Engaging Educational sessions
Attend three AIA accredited sessions plus an informative panel discussion led by industry experts. These four sessions focus on educational content that is highly relevant for the architectural, building, and glazing community. You must be in attendance during the sessions to self-report the three AIA credits.S1 – DO’s and DON’Ts of Laminated glass
Presenter: Mikhala Vail, Vitrum Glass Group
This course is intended to provide information about best practices for using Laminated Glass.
Mikhala Vail is the Architectural Representative of Vitrum Glass Group and has been an active member of the architectural glass industry for the past 10 years. She is currently serving as the Chair of the Vancouver Chapter of the Construction Specifiers of Canada.
S2 -Heavy Glass Entrance Systems
Presenter: Paul Daniels, Frameless Hardware Company
This course provides an understanding of the types of glass approved for use in all-glass entrance and door systems, both for interior and exterior use, and also includes insulating all-glass thermal doors. The different types of frameless glass door access hardware are also discussed and identify considerations related to panic handles, door controls, building, fire, and health and safety codes.
Paul Daniels is the Chief Brand Ambassador Architectural Business Development of Frameless Hardware Company. He has been with the glass hardware industry for more than forty years.
S3 -Making Glass Come to Life: The Principles of Glass Selection
Presenter: Geoff Shellard, Guardian Glass
The presentation reviews the foundations of glass selection and explores options for meeting both aesthetic and performance goals. Covering the glass manufacturing process and the basics of performance measurement, it also provides a comprehensive overview of float and coated glass choices—and related fabrication decisions—that can affect the final appearance of the glass façade.
Geoff Shellard is the Pacific Northwest Architectural Design Manager at Guardian Glass. He works with glaziers, architects, developers and specification writers to gain project specifications. Geoff previously spent almost 8 years with a glass fabricator, finishing that tenure as senior architectural sales representative. His education includes marketing management and home inspections, and certifications in biohazard, mold and IAQ inspection and remediation.
S4 – VINO WITH VITRO
Presenter: Chris Fronsoe, Vitro Architectural Glass
Delve into the parallels between evaluating glass options and wine, which all have their unique chemistries, nuances, stories and metrics for understanding and selection.
Chris Fronsoe is the National Architectural Team Manager for Western USA & Western Canada at Vitro Architectural Glass. Chris has years of experience working with general contractors, glaziers, architects and glass fabricators. For the commercial glass market, he brings design knowledge for both vertical and sloped glazing projects. He also worked with top executive and scientific research teams for the solar, automotive and appliance glass market segments. In previous roles, he has been active working with glass fabricators worldwide and setting up global distribution networks.
Formerly a manager and sommelier for a restaurant selected four times as a Top 100 Wine Restaurant by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Chris now also conducts the popular Vino with Vitro, AIA credited educational series.
- Prizes
prize sponsor
Our Gold Sponsor, Guardian Glass is generously giving away $5 Starbucks gift cards to the first 100 attendees! These gift cards/vouchers will be distributed upon registration during the event.
Vitro Architectural Glass, our Gold Sponsor is also graciously giving away 2 El Gaucho Restaurant Gift Cards during Glass Talks valued at $250 each. Winners must be present to claim the prize.
- FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: My colleague didn’t receive an invitation, can they come?
A: Yes, if your colleague is an architect, spec writer, interior designer, engineer, glazier, builder or developer, they are welcome to attend this event. Kindly have them RSVP on the registration website. To expedite their registration, please contact Maria Manning – mmanning@lorvalcapital.ca – 604-882-3513Q: Do I need to be an AIA member to attend this event?
A: No, you do not. This event is open to all members of the architectural glass industry. The AIA Continuing Education credits are an additional bonus for those members that need them, but in no way is this event limited to those members.Q: How do I receive AIA credits?
A: AIA Member attendees will self-report their credits. This can be done by logging in to www.aia.org and filling out the online self-report form.Q: How & when will I receive a Starbucks gift card?
A: The first 100 attendees to register during the event day will receive a Starbucks gift card courtesy of Guardian Glass. This will be distributed at the registration table.Q: How do I win the $250 El Gaucho Restaurant Gift Cards from Vitro Architectural Glass?
A: There will be 2 prize draws during the event. Winners must be present to claim the prize.Q: Where can I park?
A: The InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue offers event valet parking for $25. There are several pay parking lots in the area, but carpooling and taking transit is highly encouraged. Uber vouchers will be provided at the event for those who need a safe ride home.