Join us for these live webinars, two offering LA CES-approved professional development hours (PDH), and one non-PDH pre-conference Professional Practice Network session. Visit asla.org/onlinelearning to see all of ASLA’s upcoming virtual events:

Utilizing AI-Generated Image Assets in Visualization and Branding
Thursday, October 5, 2023
1:00 p.m. ET/10:00 a.m. PT

Free for ASLA members!

Hosted by ASLA’s Digital Technology Professional Practice Network (PPN)

Discover the transformative power of AI in landscape architecture with our upcoming webinar! Join us for an enlightening session where we'll move beyond the buzzwords and demonstrate how generative AI can revolutionize your design workflow. In this exclusive event, you'll witness firsthand how generative AI can effortlessly generate distinctive visual assets, patterns, and design inspiration, offering you a creative edge like never before. We'll delve into a comprehensive review of various generative AI platforms, helping you make informed decisions tailored to your firm's needs. Furthermore, our presenters will guide you through the advantages and challenges of seamlessly integrating generative AI into your design process, ensuring you stay ahead in the ever-evolving field of landscape architecture. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and elevate your design capabilities. Register now and embark on a journey towards innovation!

Speakers:

• Benjamin George, ASLA, PhD, Associate Professor, Landscape Architecture & Environmental Planning, Utah State University
• Phillip Fernberg, ASLA, Instructor, Ph.D. Candidate, Visualization, Instrumentation, and Virtual Interaction (VIVID) Lab, Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning, Utah State University

Moderator:

• Eric Gilbey, ASLA, Product Marketing Manager-Landscape, Vectorworks, Inc.

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Designing for Long-Term Success: Strategic Planning and Governance Structure of a Firm - 1.0 PDH (LA CES/non-HSW)
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
1:00 p.m. ET/10:00 a.m. PT

Free for ASLA members! $50 for non-members.

Hosted by the ASLA SKILL | ED Practice Management Institute Committee

The session’s content will include lessons learned from investing in creating a strategic plan and updated governance structure, featuring before and after results that support the investment, as well as case studies and benchmarks to illustrate an array of benefits.

Speakers:

• Bill Odle, ASLA, President, TBG Partners
• Saskia Dennis-van Dijl, Principal, Cameron MacAllister Group
• Clark Davis, Principal, Cameron MacAllister Group

Moderator:

• Shawn Balon, ASLA, PLA, Studio Director, Timmons Group

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Compost Standards and the Basics of Specification - 1.0 PDH (LA CES/HSW)
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
2:00 p.m. ET/11:00 a.m. PT

Free for ASLA members! $50 for non-members.

Hosted by ASLA’s Ecology & Restoration Professional Practice Network (PPN)

In this webinar, US Composting Council (USCC) staff and a panel of industry experts will delve into the historical origins of Test Methods for the Evaluation of Compost & Composting (TMECC), the Seal of Testing Assurance (STA) program, and the foundational research driving their development. The presenters will shed light on the Compost Analysis Proficiency (CAP) Program, tasked with overseeing the quality of participating laboratories. Furthermore, they will furnish practical, real-world examples of compost end-use specifications, illustrating its efficacy in enhancing soils within their natural context by adhering to these well-established standards. Lastly, a comprehensive review will be provided on the methods and terminology employed when specifying the application of compost for on-site soil improvement.

Speakers:

• Ron Alexander, Affiliate ASLA, Horticulturist, R. Alexander Associates, Inc.
• Charles D. Duprey, Corporate ASLA, Founder and President, Naturcycle, LLC
• Matt Ball, CCOM™, Director of Industry Development, US Composting Council / Staff Liaison, USCC Market Development Committee

Moderator:

• Jeremy Person, ASLA, Landscape Architect, City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services

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Please note: these webinars will be recorded if you can’t make it to the live presentation. To explore all upcoming ASLA webinars and past presentations, please visit asla.org/onlinelearning. You may access nearly 200 on-demand webinars available for professional development via learn.asla.org, including the Free PDH of the Month webinar, for ASLA members only.