Structural Engineers Association of Central California (SEAOCC)

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Lisa Hartley, P.E., our incoming East District Director of SEAOCC for the 2024-2025 term! Lisa is an Associate Principal and Partner at Linchpin Structural Engineering, where she excels in business development and enhancing employee experience. She also chairs the Linchpin Sustainability Committee, demonstrating her commitment to a greener future. Lisa’s design expertise spans custom high-end residential design and commercial campus design, making her a versatile and valuable asset. Beyond her professional achievements, Lisa is deeply involved in charitable activities. She regularly collaborates with local organizations on charitable events and donations, including leading a CANstruction team that recently donated several thousand dollars' worth of food to the local food bank. Since 2022, Lisa has been the chair of the SEAOCC SE3 Committee, where she has been instrumental in organizing successful education, outreach, and mentorship events, including our inaugural professional mentorship program. She is now transitioning to serve as co-chair of the national NCSEA SE3 Committee, focusing on building strong connections between local SE3 committees and ensuring the effective sharing of resources. Lisa believes that her new role as East District Director will be a perfect complement to her work with the NCSEA SE3 Committee, as both positions share a focus on networking and the communication of valuable resources and initiatives. We are excited to have Lisa join the SEAOCC Board and are confident that her expertise will greatly benefit our community over during her term. Please join us in welcoming Lisa to her new role! #Leadership #StructuralEngineering #CommunityEngagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #SEAOCC #SEAOC

Let’s welcome Nathan Canney, Ph.D., P.E. as one of our incoming Central District Directors of SEAOCC for the 2024-2025 year! Nathan is the Director of Structural Engineering at Taylor Devices and has a wide range of expertise from his time in consulting, working on performance-based design of high-rise structures, and teaching undergraduate and graduate level coursework at Seattle University. Since relocating to California, Nathan has been a dedicated member of the SEAOCC SE3 committee for several years. He remains committed to education, delivering presentations on dampers at SEAOCC, SEAONC, and SEAOSC meetings, and serving as a lecturer and guest speaker at UC Davis and Sacramento State. Please join us in welcoming Nathan to the SEAOCC Board. We look forward to your contributions and valuable insights over the next two years! #Leadership #StructuralEngineering #CommunityEngagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #SEAOCC #SEAOC

🌟 Register Now! 🌟 Join us on September 10th for a fun Pub Quiz Night, hosted by SEAOCC & YMF! Looking for a fun way to connect with fellow structural engineers and test your trivia skills? Whether you're a trivia pro or just looking to enjoy a casual evening with friends, this event is perfect for networking, friendly competition, and some great food and drinks. 🍻 Bring your A-game! 📅 Date: Tuesday, September 10th, 2024 🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 Location: Fieldwork Brewing Company, 1805 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento CA 95811 See you there! Interested in sponsoring? Check out the link below for opportunities! https://lnkd.in/dsjxnZAy #SEAOCC #Weseeaboveandbeyond #structuralengineering #EngineeringCommunity #ProfessionalDevelopment #SaveTheDate 

🚧 Join Us at the Women in Construction Conference! 🚧 We at SEAOCC are thrilled to be a proud event partner for the upcoming Women in Construction Conference, hosted by Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange and Construction Industry Education Foundation! 🗓 Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024 📍 Location: Safe Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento, CA ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 🌐 Register: www.wiccalifornia.com as 'SEAOCC Member Attendee' This isn't just a conference; it’s a movement to shape the future of our industry. As the built environment—encompassing architecture, engineering, construction management, and the skilled trades—works to tackle labor shortages, fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion is essential. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is for anyone committed to being a change maker. Expect a full day of impactful panel discussions, interactive workshops, and actionable best practices. You’ll leave inspired and equipped to help recruit and retain the current and next generations in our industry. Let’s come together to build not just structures, but a stronger, more inclusive community. Don’t miss out—register today! #WomenInConstruction #SEAOCC #SRBX #CIEF #Inclusion #Diversity #ConstructionIndustry #SacramentoEvents #Leadership

Let’s give a warm welcome to Megan Chang, S.E. as the incoming South District Director of SEAOCC for the 2024-2025 year! Megan is a Principal at Teter Architects and Engineers and brings a wealth of experience from her involvement with various SEAOCC Member Organizations (SEAOSD, SEAOSC, and SEAOCC). Megan's engineering expertise shines in her ability to translate complex designs into dynamic, buildable structures for the past eighteen years. Megan enjoys working on projects across different sectors including industrial, public, energy, and commercial, her specialty being in structural steel and concrete design. Beyond her professional achievements, Megan is deeply committed to education and outreach. For the past nine years, she has dedicated her time to teaching structural engineering to 8th-grade girls during Tech Trek, a week-long STEM summer camp hosted by AAUW. Megan also volunteers by giving presentations at high schools, inspiring the next generation of engineers. As South District Director, Megan aims to strengthen the connection between emerging engineers and our professional community. Let’s show our support for Megan in her new role and look forward to her leadership over the next two years. #Leadership #StructuralEngineering #CommunityEngagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #SEAOCC #SEAOC

🔥 Get Ready to Support Your Favorite Team at the 2024 SEAOC Convention! 🔥 Have you heard about our fundraising competition amongst member organizations for the upcoming convention in Portland? Each team is bringing their A-game, and here’s your chance to help SEAOCC gain an edge! For every $100 raised, each team will receive a time deduction in the race for victory. Want to see your company’s name and logo shine? Sponsor the President’s Cup and get featured on event signage! This is a fantastic opportunity to support your local member organization and gain visibility. To sponsor SEAOCC, email [email protected] with the subject line “President’s Cup Sponsor" ⏰ Sponsorships are open until 3pm on Friday of the convention. Don’t miss out—help us clinch the win! #SEAOC2024 #Fundraising #Engineering #Portland #PresidentsCup #Sponsorship

We are excited to welcome Sonia Eliseo, MS, SE as the incoming Vice President of SEAOCC for the 2024-2025 year! Sonia is a Senior Structural Engineer at the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) and has about 20 years of professional experience as a dedicated structural engineer. Sonia’s involvement with SEAOCC includes her time as both a member and long-term chair of our Continuing Education Committee as well as playing an active role in the planning of several successful SEAOC conventions. She has also spent time on our Board of Directors as Central District Director for four years. Beyond her professional life, Sonia is passionate about having creative outlets and lifelong learning. She enjoys a variety of hobbies, including creating addressable LED sculptures (you should see her house during the holidays!) and learning Spanish. Her love for learning and creativity helps her bring a fresh perspective to her work and community service. Above all, she cherishes her time with family and being a parent to her 9-year-old son. As Vice President, she is eager to foster professional growth and strengthen the collaborative spirit amongst our structural engineering community. She is committed to ensuring SEAOCC remains at the forefront of excellence in structural engineering, and is honored to have the opportunity to further serve our outstanding organization. Please join us in welcoming Sonia to her new role and supporting her over the next year. Together, we will continue to build a stronger, more connected community within SEAOCC and beyond. #Leadership #StructuralEngineering #CommunityEngagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #SEAOCC #SEAOC

SEAOCC SEE Award Recipient 🏆✨ Award of Merit – New Construction Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel Congratulations Miyamoto International! The Yaamava’ Resort & Casino underwent a $760-million expansion, adding a new hotel tower, casino, gaming area, and entertainment venue to the existing casino, originally a bingo hall from 1986. Miyamoto faced challenges in seamlessly connecting the new and existing structures over seismic joints and designing for strong ground motions from the nearby San Andreas Fault. The lateral force resisting systems consist of steel buckling-restrained brace frames for the superstructure and concrete shear walls at the basement parking level. To learn more about the project challenges and its components, read the full abstract here: https://lnkd.in/gb57xDE6. #SEAOCC #StructuralEngineering #EngineeringExcellence #WeSEEAboveAndBeyond #Innovation #SEAOC

SEAOCC SEE Award Recipient 🏆✨ Award of Merit – Retrofit Alteration Hyatt Centric Hotel Congratulations Buehler! The historic Marshall Hotel, originally the Hotel Clayton in 1911, was a jazz hub featuring performers like Billie Holiday and Louis Armstrong. The renovation transformed the five-story unreinforced masonry structure into an 11-story steel-framed hotel. The new structure uses conventional steel up to the sixth floor and light-gauge steel for the upper five stories. Buckling-restrained braced frames provide lateral stability, while blending the historic charm into the modern era. To learn more about how the historic façade was preserved, read the full abstract here: https://lnkd.in/gb57xDE6. #SEAOCC #StructuralEngineering #EngineeringExcellence #WeSEEAboveAndBeyond #Innovation #SEAOC

SEAOCC SEE Award Recipient 🏆✨ Award of Excellence – Retrofit Alteration Lionakis Headquarters Renovation Congratulations Lionakis! Lionakis, one of Sacramento’s largest architecture firms, sought to consolidate their 150-person office into a single location. They chose the former Weaver Tractor Showroom, a historic 1940s building, for its unique design opportunities. Structural improvements included tying roofs together and fortifying the existing concrete frame with masonry shear walls and steel brace frames for earthquake safety. The project blends historic elements with modern design, transforming the space into a functional, innovative office while preserving its architectural heritage. To learn more about the unique building features and project design, read the full abstract here: https://lnkd.in/gb57xDE6. #SEAOCC #StructuralEngineering #EngineeringExcellence #WeSEEAboveAndBeyond #Innovation #SEAOC