MNSEA Monthly Meeting: Structural Resilience 101 (4/14/2026)

Date and Time

Tuesday Apr 14, 2026
7:00 AM - 9:15 AM CDT

Breakfast & Registration - 7:00 - 7:30 AM
General Meeting - 7:30 – 8:00 AM
Presentation - 8:00 – 9:00 AM
Q & A - 9:00 – 9:15 AM

CEUs: MNSEA will be offering 1.0 PDH for Structural Engineers

Location

MNCPA
SouthPoint Office Center - 6th Floor
1650 West 82nd Street, Suite 600,
Bloomington, MN 55431

Fees/Admission

In-Person: $50 for members / $60 for non-members
Virtual: $40 for members / $50 for non-members
$25 for YMG
$40 for unemployed members
Free for student attendees

Website

https://business.acecmn.org/events/details/mnsea-monthly-meeting-structural-resilience-101-1894

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Description

This presentation explores the concept of resilience as it applies to infrastructure and communities, highlighting how thoughtful, people-focused design can help societies anticipate and adapt to hazards. We will examine evolving codes and standards, showcase planning tools, and reference key resources from federal agencies and local jurisdictions. By sharing practical case studies and communication strategies, the presentation demonstrates how designers can implement best practices and innovative methodologies to deliver safer, more adaptable designs—reinforcing our commitment to advancing resilience for clients and communities.

Learning Objectives

Develop an understanding of the concepts of structural resilience
Understand current resources associated with resilient design
Become familiar with communication strategies for discussing resilience with clients

Presenter:
Kevin Borth, PE, SE
Sr. Structural Project Engineer
Associate Vice President
HGA

Kevin has more than 20 years of structural experience working on projects ranging from small renovations to the tallest building in the world. His experience includes a variety of building types including hospitals, clinics, multistory office buildings, airports, performing arts centers and libraries. As a member of the ASCE 7 Main Committee and the ASCE 7 Wind Load Subcommittee and secretary of the Performance-Based Wind Design task group, Kevin is involved in developing future code provisions and new methodologies to deliver a building that meets the owners' performance criteria.