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2021 USSD Virtual Conference May 10-May 21, 2021

Time to Register!!

With technical sessions spread out over a two-week period, the schedule is easier on your professional life. Each day’s sessions are geared to specific technical topics that give you the flexibility to participate in some or all!  And you have the ability to view those missed on-demand in USSD’s Learning Center for one-year.

On the Program

Monday, May 10th

Denise Bunte-Bisnett as she winds up her 2-year term as USSD President  provides a recap of the accomplishments of the last couple of years.

Opening session features Eric Halpin and a panel of experts on Decision-Making

Tuesday, May 11th

Federal agency updates from Nick Shufro of FEMA and David Capka of FERC

Wednesday, May 12th

Charleston Peninsula Coastal Flood Risk Management; the primary threat to rising sea levels and storm surges.  Panelists include the Executive Director for Historical Charleston Foundation and Charleston’s Chief Sustainability Officer.

Thursday, May 20th

Full day Earthquakes workshop, running concurrently with session schedule

Friday, May 21st

Full Day Water Management for Construction workshop

Throughout the 2-week period, participate in over 20 technical tracks consisting of over 85 presentations.

Participate in the USSD Step Challenge and Trivia game. Play to win great prizes by visiting the virtual rooms in the USSD Marketplace.