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Offit Kurman’s Robert Herrmann to Speak at the Society of Design Administrators’ Principals’ Breakfast

October 29, 2024
Offit Kurman’s Robert Herrmann to Speak at the Society of Design Administrators’ Principals’ Breakfast

Offit Kurman attorney Robert Herrmann will speak at the Annual Principals’ Breakfast hosted by the Society of Design Administrators (SDA) New York Chapter on November 21, 2024. The event, “Thrive in 2025…and Beyond,” will be held at the New York Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.

As SDA advisory board chair, Robert will join a panel of industry leaders to discuss the strategies architecture and design firms can employ to navigate the challenges of an uncertain future. The discussion will cover key trends, emerging technologies, and the evolving landscape of the design industry as firms prepare for 2025 and beyond.

The SDA Principals’ Breakfast is an opportunity for design firm leaders to network, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insights into the industry's future. Attendees will leave equipped with strategies to ensure their firms thrive in the coming years.

For more information about the event and to register, please visit https://www.sdanyc.org/events/

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