North Texas Chapter of IIBEC upcoming events

RRC Exam Study Group (10 Weeks) (Tuesday, October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Register Roof Consulting – Exam Study Group

This Group would be for those who have good knowledge of the roofing industry and are on their way to submit for the RRC exam. The plan is to have higher-level knowledge for competency in the Design and General Knowledge that it takes to be a successful consultant.

The plan of the study group is to break it up into three different categories:

Design - elevate practical experience into design-level competency
General Consultant Knowledge - elevate practical knowledge to perform consulting services
Technical Roofing System – Dive into some of the technical knowledge of each type of roofing systems

All of these categories are structured around the kind of analytical, code-referenced thinking required for the RRC exam.

Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88300782203?pwd=cKTrxs25KagvZoU8puyLgag8r0mjgs.1

Lunch and Learn - October 2026 (Monday, October 26, 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

See What Others Miss: Aerial Intelligence and Multi-Sensor Inspection for the Building Envelope

SPEAKER: Koby and Elizabeth Brown

Building enclosure professionals are increasingly called upon to assess facades, roofs, and building systems that are difficult, dangerous, or time-consuming to inspect through conventional means. Little Bird AI deploys FAA-certified drone platforms and multi-sensor payloads, including high-resolution visible-light cameras, radiometric thermal infrared sensors, and LiDAR, to deliver actionable intelligence that traditional inspection methods simply cannot match.

This session introduces roofing and building envelope consultants to the capabilities of high-tech aerial inspection technology: what it can detect, how the data is processed and delivered, and how it integrates into existing assessment and reporting workflows. Real-world case studies from Texas projects, including a large university student housing complex and a university center roof assessment, will demonstrate practical applications in facade condition assessment, moisture intrusion detection, storm damage documentation, and construction progress monitoring. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of when and how to deploy aerial intelligence on their own projects.

Objective 1: Identify Core Inspection Services

Participants will be able to distinguish between facade inspections, thermal infrared surveys, construction monitoring, and industrial/high-risk inspections, and match each service type to appropriate project scenarios such as pre-purchase assessments, post-storm damage documentation, or moisture intrusion investigation.

Objective 2: Describe Sensor Technology & Deliverables

Participants will understand the role of radiometric thermal cameras, high-resolution RGB sensors, photogrammetry, and 3D modeling in generating orthomosaic imagery, annotated deficiency reports, interactive models, and other client-ready outputs, and how these deliverables support professional decision-making.

Objective 3: Evaluate Regulatory & Credentialing Standards

Participants will be able to identify key professional standards relevant to sUAS operations, including FAA Part 107 certification, certified sUAS thermographer credentials, and insurance requirements — and apply this knowledge when vetting aerial inspection providers or incorporating drone data into their own scopes of work.

Objective 4: Apply Lessons from Real-World Case Studies

Drawing on documented projects including a Texas A&M University student housing complex facade and thermal roof assessment and a university center rooftop IR survey, participants will identify project conditions, constraints (such as restricted airspace), and deliverable types that make aerial inspection an appropriate tool in the building consultant's toolkit.

SPEAKER BIOS:

Koby Brown | Founder & CTO, Little Bird AI - Koby Brown is the founder, CTO, and lead drone pilot at Little Bird AI. An FAA Part 107 Certified commercial drone operator and Certified sUAS Thermographer, Koby brings technical depth and field experience to every project. His background as a software engineer lends a level of expertise to data processing & presentation far above the competition. He has led aerial and ground-based inspection missions across a wide range of building types, from active university campuses and historic structures to industrial facilities and industrial plants. Koby's expertise spans radiometric thermal analysis, photogrammetric 3D modeling, LiDAR processing, and complex airspace coordination. His commitment to safety, precision, and transparent deliverables has earned Little Bird the trust of consultants, contractors, and institutional clients throughout Texas.

Elizabeth Brown | Founder & CEO, Little Bird AI - Elizabeth Brown is the CEO of Little Bird AI, a Galveston, Texas-based aerial intelligence company specializing in multi-sensor building inspections. With a background in business operations and client engagement, Elizabeth leads project coordination, client relations, and business operations for Little Bird. She has been integral to growing the company's portfolio across Texas, working alongside building consultants, universities, and public institutions to deliver inspection data that supports informed decision-making. Elizabeth is passionate about making advanced data technology accessible and practical for the building enclosure industry.

Meeting Location: Grapevine Chamber of Commerce

Meeting Address: 200 Vine St E, Grapevine, TX 76051

Registration start time: 11:45 am

Presentation begins: 12:00 pm

Cost: $40 (Online) or $60 (At Door)

Lunch Sponsor:

RRC Exam Study Group (10 Weeks) (Tuesday, October 27, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Register Roof Consulting – Exam Study Group

The plan of the study group is to break it up into three different categories:

Design - elevate practical experience into design-level competency
General Consultant Knowledge - elevate practical knowledge to perform consulting services
Technical Roofing System – Dive into some of the technical knowledge of each type of roofing systems

All of these categories are structured around the kind of analytical, code-referenced thinking required for the RRC exam.

Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88300782203?pwd=cKTrxs25KagvZoU8puyLgag8r0mjgs.1

RRC Exam Study Group (10 Weeks) (Tuesday, November 03, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Register Roof Consulting – Exam Study Group

The plan of the study group is to break it up into three different categories:

Design - elevate practical experience into design-level competency
General Consultant Knowledge - elevate practical knowledge to perform consulting services
Technical Roofing System – Dive into some of the technical knowledge of each type of roofing systems

All of these categories are structured around the kind of analytical, code-referenced thinking required for the RRC exam.

Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88300782203?pwd=cKTrxs25KagvZoU8puyLgag8r0mjgs.1

RRC Exam Study Group (10 Weeks) (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Register Roof Consulting – Exam Study Group

The plan of the study group is to break it up into three different categories:

Design - elevate practical experience into design-level competency
General Consultant Knowledge - elevate practical knowledge to perform consulting services
Technical Roofing System – Dive into some of the technical knowledge of each type of roofing systems

All of these categories are structured around the kind of analytical, code-referenced thinking required for the RRC exam.

Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88300782203?pwd=cKTrxs25KagvZoU8puyLgag8r0mjgs.1

Lunch and Learn - November 2026 (Monday, November 16, 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Construction Defects, Claims, and Risk Management

SPEAKERS: Benjamin Warden and Anna Spicer (Duane Morris)

This program provides construction and design professionals with practical legal insight into construction defects, claims, and dispute prevention across a wide range of project types. Presented from the perspective of a construction and commercial litigation attorney, the session will examine common issues that lead to disputes, key considerations for project teams, and best practices for managing risk from project inception through closeout. Attendees will gain a broader understanding of how project decisions, communication, and recordkeeping can influence legal exposure and will leave with actionable strategies to strengthen risk management throughout the project lifecycle.

Learning Objectives:

Identify common causes of construction defect claims and disputes involving owners, design professionals, contractors, and subcontractors.
Recognize critical contract provisions that affect risk allocation, liability, standard of care, indemnification, and dispute resolution.
Understand the importance of effective project documentation and recordkeeping practices, including daily reports, correspondence, and other project records.
Review current legal trends and recurring claim patterns related to building enclosures.

Speaker Bios:

Benjamin Warden is an advisor and problem solver whose practice centers around complex commercial litigation, with a focus on counseling companies in every facet of the construction industry. Ben represents owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals in both public and private projects, including one of the largest, nationwide civil engineering and architecture firms.

While Ben’s primary focus is litigating and arbitrating disputes on large-scale construction projects, he is also heavily involved in the negotiation and preparation of construction and design contracts, including AIA, Consensus, and EPC agreements. Ben’s clients build hospitals, airports, multi-family and mixed use developments, highways, waterways, public infrastructure, natural gas and energy plants, and industrial parks and warehouses, to name a few.

Ben has successfully represented his clients across the country in state and federal court, and before tribunals of arbitrators—successfully trying multiple cases to jury verdict and final awards in arbitration.

Ben appreciates the distinction but equal importance of his role as a counselor vs. advocate, and works closely with clients to help them make informed business decisions about legal costs and the potential risks and recovery of litigation. Ben aggressively prosecutes and zealously defends his clients’ interests, be it through settlement or at trial.

Ben has been named as a Best Lawyer, Ones to Watch every year since 2022 and a Super Lawyer by Thompson Reuters since 2023. Ben also serves as the Chair of the Tarrant County Bar Association and in his free time enjoys traveling the world to ski.

https://www.duanemorris.com/attorneys/benjaminwarden.html

Anna Spicer is an associate in the firm’s Trial Practice Group. Her practice focuses on commercial litigation and construction, where she represents both owners and contractors in disputes arising from construction projects. Ms. Spicer also has experience drafting and reviewing construction contracts, including agreements governing project scope, risk allocation, and dispute resolution.

Ms. Spicer earned her Juris Doctor in 2025 from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. While in law school, she served as a Staff Editor of the Oklahoma Law Review, a Problem Writing Assistant on the Board of Advocates, and the 2L Class Representative to the Student Bar Association. She also competed in the National Moot Court Competition and volunteered with the Victim Advocacy Program.

https://www.duanemorris.com/attorneys/annaspicer.html

Meeting Location: Grapevine Chamber of Commerce

Meeting Address: 200 Vine St E, Grapevine, TX 76051

Registration start time: 11:45 am

Presentation begins: 12:00 pm

Cost: $40 (Online) or $60 (At Door)

Lunch Sponsor:

RRC Exam Study Group (10 Weeks) (Tuesday, November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Register Roof Consulting – Exam Study Group

The plan of the study group is to break it up into three different categories:

Design - elevate practical experience into design-level competency
General Consultant Knowledge - elevate practical knowledge to perform consulting services
Technical Roofing System – Dive into some of the technical knowledge of each type of roofing systems

All of these categories are structured around the kind of analytical, code-referenced thinking required for the RRC exam.

Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88300782203?pwd=cKTrxs25KagvZoU8puyLgag8r0mjgs.1

2026 IIBEC NTX Chapter Holiday Party (Wednesday, December 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Chapter Holiday Party!

The North Texas Chapter of IIBEC invites you to our end of year Holiday Party!

The event will be held at The Ranch at Las Colinas! Come celebrate our Chapter with food and drinks. A raffle will also be conducted for several prizes.

This year the price of admission is a minimum of one unwrapped toy. All toys will be donated to Arrow – Child & Family Ministries. In addition to the littles, don't forget about toys for teens and tweens.

Arrow – Child & Family Ministries is one of the largest child welfare agencies in Texas. Their services include Foster Care, Adoption, Behavioral Health, Treatment Foster Care, Kinship Care and support for children with complex medical and emotional needs. The North Texas Chapter is honored to support the families within this great organization.

Please don't forget to register so we have an idea on the number of attendees.

Hope we see you there!

Location: The Ranch at Las Colinas

Address: 857 W John Carpenter Fwy, Irving, TX 75039

Start time: 5:00 PM

Cost: Minimum one unwrapped toy