History of CCHRB
The founders of the CCHRB first met in 1968. The original By-Laws were adopted on May 6, 1969, making it reportedly the first organization in the world established for the specific purpose of the advancement of all aspects of knowledge of high rise buildings. The Committee holds monthly meetings, while the various Task Forces meet on an as-needed basis to address special topics. Since the founding of the Committee, it has sponsored or co-sponsored numerous public seminars and events, and published twenty publications related to the design, construction and/or operation of high rise buildings.
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Next Meeting Program
March 2010 Meeting: Harder Working Spaces -- Offices Have Never Had to Work So Hard
Today work is more collaborative and workplaces need to support and encourage team-based work. The millennial generation has come to work wired for technology, and ready to collaborate. But just as younger workers look for guidance, boomers are starting to leave the workforce and organizations have to fight to attract and retain the best talent. Meanwhile, workplaces are also being called upon to help people connect to their organizational culture and reinforce their brand philosophy. And on top of all that, work is increasingly mobile, more workspaces are empty, and savvy organizations are looking to reduce the cost of real estate.
This program will discuss the ways today's workspaces can combat four major business issues to work smarter:
Attract and Retain Talent -- 80% of people say a work environment can influence their employment decisions. A great space can improve an employee's personal comfort, well-being and ultimately create a more productive workforce.
Support Collaboration -- 82% of white collar workers partner with others to get their work done. People want workplaces that welcome them and encourage the social nature of work today. Spaces that work for one, two, or more.
Building Brand and Culture -- What does your space say about you as a company? When a prospective employee or customer comes into your space, what does it tell him or her about your company? How you work? What you value?
Reduce Real Estate Costs -- Property is the second highest business cost (to employee salary) for 95% of companies.
Lori Froehlich, LEED AP, is a Workplace Consultant for Steelcase. Lori's professional background covers an interesting spectrum. After receiving a finance degree from Iowa State, she spent 11 years selling employee benefits programs for Principal Financial Group. She then moved to Chicago and returned to school at Harrington College of Design, where she obtained another degree in interior design. After spending three years practicing interior design at Gensler and then Archideas, Lori joined Steelcase in 2007. In her tenure at Steelcase, Lori has worked with Fortune 500 companies in supporting their corporate facility strategies.
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