Sponsored Architectural Events, Trade Shows & Panels
Vitro Architectural Glass (formerly PPG glass) is coming to a city near you. Visit us at one of our sponsored architectural events across the United States to learn more about Vitro Glass’s commitment to glass innovation.
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2022
- Global Clean Energy Action Forum — Pittsburgh, PA
September 22-23, 2022
Vitro is a sponsor of the Global Clean Energy Action Forum, where energy and corporate leaders from around the world will convene to discuss how to speed up deployment of clean energy technologies. - FORUM for Emerging Professionals and Students from Architectural Record — Virtual
September 27, 2022, 2:00 PM EST - Zak World of Façades Saudi Arabia — Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
September 27, 2022
This will be the 97th edition globally and the 2nd edition in Jeddah which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.
Website - Women in Design + Construction (WIDC) Conference — Chicago, IL
September 26-28, 2022
Hosted by BD+C and sponsorsed by Vitro Architectural Glass, join more than 200 women in architecture, engineering and construction for three days of professional development, leadership training and networking. Indulge in a wine tasting experience with Chris Fronsoe, Vitro's resident sommelier, at the event, on Monday, September 26.
Website - Design Pittsburgh 2022 — Pittsburgh, PA
September 29, 2022
Design Pittsburgh is a signature program of AIA Pittsburgh, celebrating excellence in architecture and design, and honoring those who create it. This program provides an opportunity for AIA Pittsburgh members, sponsors, partners and the public to support and acknowledge the value of architecture and design in the city.
Website - AIA Louisiana '22 Conference on Architecture & Expo — Baton Rouge, LA
October 6-7, 2022
Join Vitro at AIA Louisiana's Conference on Architecture & Expo for virtual and in-person sessions and continuing education opportunities. - Facades+ Conference — Chicago, IL
October 7, 2022
Join us in Chicago, as we cover everything from high-performance facades, to new iconic projects across the city and region and strategies for increasing climate resilience and energy performance.
Website - 2022 World Congress — Los Angeles, CA
October 12-13 2022
The Facade Tectonics Institute's biennial World Congress gathers the built environment’s most influential players to discuss advancements revolutionizing the design and delivery of the building skin. The two day event will feature expert-led group discussions, an Expo Hall showcasing innovations in facade design and networking opportunities. - FORUM for Emerging Professionals and Students from Architectural Record — Virtual
October 18, 2022, 2:00 PM EST - Zak World of Facades — London, United Kingdom
November 3, 2022
This will be the 7th edition in UK which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.
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Facades+ Conference — Los Angeles, CA
November 3-4, 2022
Join us for expert-led panels that will go beyond architectural design to explore the many variables that are relevant in improving performance standards.
Website - Zak World of Facades — New York City, NY
November 17, 2022
This will be the 4th edition in New York which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.
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2022 Past Events
Glass Expo Southeast '22 — Orlando, FL
January 6–7, 2022
Glass Expo Southeast™ '22 is a two-day event that includes informational seminars, an extensive trade show floor of industry suppliers and vast networking opportunities for those in the architectural glass and metal industry.
NGA Glass Conference — Long Beach, CA
January 24–26, 2022
The NGA Glass Conference focuses on sustainability, daylighting, glass standards and more. Professionals come together to explore, connect, discuss & develop ideas and relationships that will improve each other and the industry. Chris Fronsoe, Northwest Region National Architectural Manager and resident sommelier, hosts a Vino with Vitro Wine Tasting Experience on the second day of the event.
Zak World of Facades — Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
February 1, 2022
This will be the 85th edition globally and the 2nd edition in Jeddah which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.
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BEC–Iowa Symposium 2022 — Ames, IA & Virtual
February 24, 2022
The Symposium includes a distinguished panel of speakers to discuss building science, with a focus on assembly components and details of building enclosures. The event will be hybrid, with both live and virtual options.
Facades+ Conference — Atlanta, GA
February 25, 2022
Vitro Architectural Glass is a Silver Sponsor of this Facades+ conference, hosted by the Architect's Newspaper. The event will include CEU courses, robust dialogue and tailor-made presentations.
Facades+ Conference — Philadelphia, PA
March 8, 2022
Facades+ Philadelphia will feature a full day of panels, CEU courses and presentations. Vitro Architectural Glass is a Silver Sponsor.
Zak World of Facades — Dubai, UAE
March 9, 2022
This will be the 88th edition globally and the 7th edition in UAE which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.
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National Fenestration Rating Council: Sprint Committee Meeting — Philadelphia, PA
March 21-23, 2022
The Spring Committee Meeting will include committee block meetings, opportunity to vote on ballots, discussions, networking and more. The meeting has an in-person and virtual option.
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BEC Conference — Nashville, TN
March 27–29, 2022
Join hundreds of glazing contractors, fabricators and suppliers for education, tabletop displays and plenty of networking.
FORUM for Emerging Professionals and Students from Architectural Record — Virtual
March 29, 2022, 2:00 PM EST
Vitro Architectural Glass is sponsoring this live webinar focused on Architects' Career Paths Post-Graduation. This unique webinar is specifically designed for current architecture students and recent grads who are preparing to enter the workplace.
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Zak World of Facades — Seattle, WA
March 31, 2022
This will be the 90th edition globally and the 1st edition in Seattle which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.
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Glass Expo Northeast™ — Uniondale, NY
April 6–7, 2022
Glass Expo Northeast™ offers two full days of comprehensive educational sessions, interaction with decision makers and networking opportunities for the architectural glass and metal industries.
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Facades+ Conference — New York City, NY
April 13–14, 2022
Vitro Architectural Glass is a Platinum Sponsor of the Facades+ New York conference, which will feature panels, dialogue, CEU opportunities and presentations for two full days.
AIA Jacksonville Trade Show — Jacksonville, FL
April 20, 2022
Join Vitro Architectural Glass in Jacksonville for the 12th Annual AIA Jacksonville Trade Show.
FORUM for Emerging Professionals and Students from Architectural Record — Virtual
April 26, 2022, 2:00 PM EST
Vitro Architectural Glass is sponsoring this live webinar featuring three winners of Architectural Record's Design Vanguard award who will discuss climate change as generational imperative.
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Build Pittsburgh 2022 — Pittsburgh, PA
April 26, 2022
Join Vitro Architectural Glass for an AIA Pittsburgh event, Build Pittsburgh 2022.
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Facades+ Conference — Austin, TX
April 27, 2022
Vitro is a Silver Sponsor of the Facades+ Austin Conference, where we'll discuss the latest advances, issues and technologies driving the AEC community.
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AIA Wisconsin 2022 Symposium on Architecture — Madison, WI
April 27–28, 2022
Vitro Architectural Glass is a Platinum Sponsor of the Facades+ New York conference, which will feature panels, dialogue, CEU opportunities and presentations for two full days.
Façade Tectonics New York Forum — New York City, NY
May 11, 2022, 1:00-6:00 PM EST
Vitro Architectural Glass is a sponsor of this event, which will explore practical and effective solutions for reducing carbon emissions along with the economic and ethical reasons for doing so.
ACX 2022 — Burlington, VT
May 19, 2022
Now in its 7th year, Vermont’s Premier Architecture & Construction Expo is once again brought to you by Vermont architects and their colleagues in the construction industry. The conference focuses on creating state-of-the-art “Modern Learning Environments for Schools, Universities and Workplaces.”
Facades+ Conference — Boston, MA
June 7, 2022
Vitro is a Platinum Sponsor of Facades+ Boston, where you can hear about the latest advances, issues and facade technologies that are driving the AEC community forward in their design and delivery of the world's best buildings.
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AIA Dallas Ken Roberts Delineation (Drawing) Competition & Unbuilt Design Awards Ceremonies — Dallas, TX
June 9, 2022
Join Vitro for the AIA Dallas Unbuilt Design Awards and the the Ken Roberts Memorial Delineation Competition.
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AIA Florida Convention & Tradeshow — Palm Beach, FL
July 29, 2022
Join Vitro for AIA Florida's Convention and Tradeshow, featuring more than 500 architects, vendors, partners and associates for nearly a week of networking, continuing education and tradeshow.
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Glass & Glazing Design Academy: The Ins and Outs of Vitro Architectural Glass Webinar — Virtual
August 18, 2022, 2:00-3:00 PM EST
Hosted by the National Glass Association and Architectural Record, this hour long webinar will focus on architectural glass as a viable and successful solution for meeting tomorrow's performance and sustainability goals. Vitro's National Architectural Manager, Chris Fronsoe, will participate as a panelist.
AIA Dallas Built Design Awards — Dallas, TX
September 8, 2022
Join Vitro at the AIA Dallas Design Awards program to honor the architects, clients and consultants who work together to achieve design excellence.
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Facades+ Conference — Dallas, TX
September 9, 2022
Vitro is a Platinum Sponsor of Facades+ Dallas, where we'll discuss the latest advances, issues and technologies driving the AEC community. The conference includes presentations and discussion by world-class architects and engineers.
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AIA Orlando Conference & Expo — Orlando, FL
September 15, 2022
The AIA Orlando Conference and Expo is where our industry professionals have an opportunity to select from various courses and earn several CEUs in one easy and convenient setting.
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