Pennsylvania Chapter

LEADERSHIP TEAM

PRESIDENT - Todd Webber, The Pennsylvania State University
VICE PRESIDENT - Mike Kelley, Carnegie Mellon University
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP - Jim Beck, Allegheny Health Network; Rustyann Echerd, The Pennsylvania State University; Jesse Wells, The Pennsylvania State University; Bikem Oskin, The Pennsylvania State University; Robert Lingenfelter, The Pennsylvania State University; Stacy Tanner, MODLOGIQ; Kimberly Ridenour, IKM, Inc.; Tina Montone, Conspectus

Held Shape the 2026 COAA-PA Fall Workshop! 

Our Pennsylvania Chapter is officially kicking off the planning process for our upcoming Fall Conference, and we want this event to be driven by your interests and your projects.


As an organization "for Owners, by Owners," your input is the most valuable tool in our belt. We are currently seeking recommendations for the following:

Venue & Site Tours
Do you have a "Project of the Year" nearing completion? Or perhaps a newly opened facility with a story to tell? We are looking for:

  • Venues: Suggestions for conference spaces in [Target City/Region].
  • Site Tours: Behind-the-scenes access to innovative project sites (Healthcare, Higher Ed, Infrastructure, etc.).

Topics & Speakers
What keeps you up at night? We’re looking for presentations that tackle the "Way of the Owner," including:

  • Lean Construction & Prefabrication: Real-world ROI for Owners.
  • Project Culture: Transitioning from "Command and Control" to "Collaborative Leadership."
  • Technology: AI in project management or advanced BIM/Digital Twin applications.
  • Workforce & Diversity: Strategies for a resilient local labor market.

How to Contribute
If you have a speaker in mind, a venue suggestion, or would like to volunteer your project for a site tour, Fill Out This Form!

Deadline for initial suggestions: April 17, 2026

Let’s build a program that strengthens the Owner community across the Commonwealth!

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