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kTalks – Short videos, unbiased information, strong insights from industry thought leaders.

kTalk Topics

Your topic can be anything related to the AEC industry that falls under one of these categories:

  • Design
  • Engineering Systems
  • Construction Techniques
  • Integrated Practice and Project Delivery
  • Building Performance/Sustainability
  • Technology/BIM
  • Practice Management/Leadership
  • Building Codes/Specifications
  • Career Stages, Education
  • Government Affairs/Advocacy
  • Furnishings and Equipment
  • Products and Materials
  • Awards and Competitions

Since the presentation is only 6 - 10 minutes, select a topic that is "thinly sliced." Here are some examples of recently filmed kTalks:

  • Designing Zero Energy Buildings
  • Communicating What a Firm Does Best
  • Designing Law Enforcement Facilities
  • Effectively Recruiting Among Unprecedented Numbers of Applicants
  • Keys to Leading Community Meetings
  • Meaningful Collaboration
  • Characteristics of High Performing Firms
  • Developing Your FAIA Application
  • Protecting Your Intellectual Property
  • Sustainably Restoring Architectural Icons
  • Optimal Lighting/Minimal Energy
  • Working with Private School Boards
  • Public Private Partnerships
  • Acing the Interview
  • Performance Based Bonus Systems
  • Design Considerations for Grid-Neutral Schools
  • Breathing Life into the Impossible Project
  • Differentiate and Dominate
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kTalk Guidelines

  • Step 1

    Create a free account with aecKnowledge by registering if you have not done so already.

  • Step 2

    View Preparing and Delivering an Effective kTalk and read the kTalk Guidelines.

  • Step 3

    Download and complete Submission Form 1 and submit to kTalks@aecKnowledge.com. This form includes your contact information, kTalk topic and category, the key points your kTalk will cover, and a kTalk Speaker Agreement.

  • Step 4

    Once your topic is approved, you will receive an e-mail confirmation and Submission Form 2. If your topic requires some revising or has been rejected, you will be notified by e-mail.

  • Step 5

    Complete and return kTalk Submission Form 2 to kTalks@aecKnowledge.com and upload your graphics, photos or exhibits to our FTP site according to the instructions in the kTalk Guidelines. Your submission must be completed by one week prior to your filming session; otherwise, your kTalk will be cancelled.

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