DBIA Florida Region

What DBIA Florida Region does

DBIA Florida Region is the Florida chapter of the Design Build Institute of America, a non-profit professional membership association founded in 2001 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida. The organization represents architectural, engineering, construction professionals, academics, students, and project Owners across Florida, advancing design-build project delivery through education, certification, advocacy, and industry recognition. It is governed by an Executive Council and Board of Directors and led by Executive Director Karen Wallace, with a five-person staff.

The organization's core offerings include the national DBIA Design-Build Certification program, in-person and virtual educational workshops with industry-recognized CEUs, the annual Florida Design-Build Conference (June 15-17, 2026 at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek), five regional chapters (Central, Gulf Coast, Northeast, South Florida, Southwest) hosting events four-plus times annually, and five student chapters at UF, UNF, USF, FGCU, and Seminole State College. Additional programs include the Project Awards Program (recognizing design-build excellence), Volunteer Awards, the Thomas 'Tommy' Rawls Distinguished Owner Award, scholarships (Tommy Rawls USF Scholarship, Louis J. Martinez Owner Scholarship Fund), and a library of best-practices resources covering transportation, water/wastewater, vertical/building, and federal sectors.

DBIA Florida Region generates revenue through three primary streams: recurring membership dues administered via the parent DBIA national membership; corporate sponsorships from 50+ industry firms (including AECOM, Arcadis, Hensel Phelps, Kiewit, Skanska, Haskell, WGI, Wharton-Smith, and others); and annual conference/event registration, with publicly disclosed tier pricing ranging from $175 (students, early bird) to $745 (non-members, advance). Conference pricing for DBIA members runs $245-$645 depending on tier and timing, while non-member rates run $345-$745. The organization operates with five employees and is part of the broader DBIA national federation, which holds the position of the nation's leading authority on design-build project delivery.

Name

DBIA Florida Region

Legal name

Design Build Institute of America Florida Region

Website

https://fldbia.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DBIA Florida Region is a non-profit professional membership association and Florida chapter of the Design Build Institute of America, founded in 2001. It serves Florida design-build practitioners, project Owners, and students through education, certification, advocacy, an annual conference, and five regional chapters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Industry Association

akta.pro primary industry

Architecture, Planning & Surveying (AIA, Planning, Land Surveyor CE) (EDAAALAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Project, Quality & Operations (PMP PDUs, Six Sigma, Quality CE) (EDAAALAM)

Keywords

• Design-build education
• Construction industry association
• Professional certification programs
• Construction networking events
• Alternative project delivery

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: DBIA membership fees that include access to the Florida Region when joining. Individual and industry partner membership categories available.
2. Conference and Event Registration: Annual Florida Design-Build Conference with registration fees ranging from $175 (students) to $745 (non-members). Additional fees for awards luncheons and networking events.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Annual sponsorships from design-build industry firms including AECOM, Ajax Paving, American Structurepoint, Arcadis, Archer Western, and many others.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DBIA Florida Region is a non-profit regional chapter of the Design Build Institute of America, operating as a professional membership association serving architectural, engineering, and construction professionals, project owners, academics, and students across Florida. It delivers the national DBIA Design-Build Certification program, in-person and virtual educational workshops with CEUs, an annual statewide Florida Design-Build Conference, five regional chapters with local programming, best practices resources, project and volunteer awards, and scholarships.

Product overview

DBIA Florida Region is a regional chapter of the Design Build Institute of America, operating as a professional membership association rather than a technology company. The organization provides a comprehensive suite of programs and services centered on advancing design-build project delivery methodology in Florida. Core offerings include the national DBIA Design-Build Certification program for professionals, educational workshops and courses (offered in-person and virtually with CEUs), and the annual Florida Design-Build Conference. The organization operates five regional chapters (Central, Gulf Coast, Northeast, South Florida, Southwest) providing local networking and educational programs, and supports five student chapters at Florida universities. Additional services include project and volunteer awards programs, scholarships for students and Owner participants, best practices resources and primers, and Owner-specific resources including the Louis J. Martinez Owner Scholarship Fund and Owner Council. The organization promotes Design-Build Done Right best practices across transportation, water/wastewater, vertical/building, and federal sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DBIA Design-Build Certification National professional certification program for design-build practitioners that serves as a mark of distinction demonstrating commitment to design-build project delivery methodology. Available to design-build professionals in Florida through the region's certification workshops.
• Educational Workshops and Courses High-quality design-build education delivered in-person and virtually throughout Florida, offering Continuing Education Units (CEUs) recognized by various industry organizations. Includes topics on progressive design-build, best practices, and sector-specific delivery methods.
• Florida Design-Build Annual Conference Annual statewide conference bringing together owners, designers, and builders to learn from industry leaders, share best practices, and explore ideas shaping the future of design-build project delivery. Includes educational sessions, networking, and awards luncheon.
• Project Awards Program Annual recognition program honoring design-build projects and teams that exemplify Design-Build Done Right principles, with rigorous judging by experienced panels. Categories include transportation, water/wastewater, vertical/building, and federal projects.
• Design-Build Best Practices Resources Educational resources including the Design-Build Best Practices Primer, Choosing a Delivery Method Primer, What is Design-Build Primer, Progressive Design-Build Deeper Dive, and sector-specific guides for transportation, water/wastewater, and federal projects.
• Regional Chapter Programs Five regional chapters (Central, Gulf Coast, Northeast, South Florida, Southwest) providing localized networking and educational programs across Florida, hosting events four or more times per year covering local, regional, and national design-build topics.
• Student Chapter Program Support for student chapters at Florida colleges and universities including Seminole State College of Florida, University of Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, and Florida Gulf Coast University, providing access to industry leaders and the design-build network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Design-build accounts for nearly half of all construction spending in the US
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Partnerships

32 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• AECOMcoreOthersMajor infrastructure firm and annual sponsor supporting DBIA Florida Region. Believes infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone, uplifting communities, improving access and sustaining the planet.
• ArcadiscoreOthersLeading design-build firm in Florida with nine offices serving clients. World's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions. Ranked third in ENR's Top 10 firms in the US.
• Hensel Phelps Construction Co.coreOthersConsistently ranked as one of the nation's top design-builders by DBIA and ENR. Delivered over 250 design-build projects valued at more than $17 billion.
• KiewitcoreOthersRanked as the #1 Design-builder in the US by 2021 Engineering News-Record. Provides solutions on how to treat, distribute and control water and wastewater.
• SkanskacoreOthersMajor construction and development firm building important infrastructure including hospitals, stadiums, airports, tunnels and bridges across the US.
• CDM SmithcoreOthersTop ranked global contractor and leader in at-risk project delivery. Executed over $3.5 billion of design-build work for public, private, and federal clients.
• Archer Western (Walsh Group)coreOthersPart of 125-year-old family-owned Walsh Group. Consistently listed among top design-build contractors in US with portfolio of major design-build highway, bridge, and infrastructure projects across Florida.
• Sundt ConstructioncoreOthers132-year-old firm owned entirely by approximately 1,500-plus employees. Leader in design-build delivery method for over three decades.
• Garney ConstructioncoreOthersNational leader in water and wastewater construction, consistently receiving top rankings from Engineering News-Record. Specializes in collaborative project delivery solutions since 1961.
• HaskellcoreOthersRanks among foremost design-build organizations in US with enviable reputation for leadership in design-build delivery and consistent record of performance.
• Lane Construction CorporationcoreOthersOne of America's leading construction companies specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. Pioneer in design-build and public-private partnerships.
• STVcoreOthersAmong premier design-build consultants in the country. Delivered more than 50 design-build projects in southeast region representing more than $2.5 billion in construction costs.
• Superior ConstructioncoreOthersPremier contracting firm in Florida and leader in design-build alternative delivery since 1938. Specialized in complex bridges, highways, major earthwork and concrete paving.
• Wharton-SmithcoreOthersPerforming design-build and alternative delivery projects in water/wastewater industry and commercial markets for over 25 years with refined processes and proven procedures.
• WGI, Inc.coreOthersFull-service consulting firm specializing in design-build project delivery. Delivered 65 design-build projects worth over $5.5B, 48 in Florida.
• Burns & McDonnellcoreOthersFamily of companies bringing together unmatched team of 10,000 engineers, construction and craft professionals, architects to design and build critical infrastructure.
• HDRcoreOthersMultidisciplinary teams including scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists specializing in architecture, engineering, environmental and construction services.
• HNTBcoreOthersOver a century shaping the built environment with industry-leading expertise across full spectrum of infrastructure solutions.
• Kimley-HorncoreOthersPassionate, innovative teams partnering with clients to turn challenges into bold, practical outcomes since 1967.
• Parsons CorporationcoreOthersDigitally enabled solutions provider focused on defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets since 1944.
• StanteccoreOthersGlobal leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting delivering expertise, technology, and innovation for communities.
• RS&HcoreOthersTop 100 design firm with award-winning architectural design services, engineering and consulting across spectrum of industries since 1941.
• WSPcoreOthersOne of world's top professional services firms bringing together brightest engineers, advisors and scientists to shape communities and advance humanity.
• Freese and NicholscoreOthersFirst engineering/architecture firm to receive Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. Plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects since 1894.
• PCL ConstructioncoreOthersFlexibility to mobilize right people with focus on delivering value to business bottom line using innovation to meet emerging challenges.
• American StructurepointcoreOthers750 in-house professionals across 11 disciplines delivering Architecture + Interiors, Engineering + Infrastructure, Planning + Economic Development, IT Solutions.
• ArdurracoreOthersMultidisciplinary services firm ranking #89 on ENR Top 500 Firms in five years while preserving unique people-centric culture.
• Boh Bros.coreOthersConstruction firm focused on making lasting positive footprint on communities since 1909.
• DRMPcoreOthersLeading Southeastern engineering consulting firm with more than 750 professionals across 20+ offices since 1977.
• Hardesty & Hanover (H&H)coreOthersMore than 139 years shaping communities through engineering solutions designed to amaze and engineered to last.
• Ajax Paving Industries of FloridacoreOthersFamily owned asphalt manufacturer and general contractor building Florida roadways since 1981 with eight FDOT approved hot mix asphalt plants.
• MemberLeapcoreTechnology or IntegrationWebsite platform provider powering the DBIA Florida Region website, events calendar, news archive, and membership management systems.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Design-Build Institute of Canada (DBIC): Canadian counterpart association advancing design-build delivery through education, certification, and advocacy with a mission structurally identical to DBIA Florida Region but operating internationally across Canada rather than within Florida.

Broad incumbents

• Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA National): National parent organization of DBIA Florida Region offering the same membership, certification, and advocacy programs at a national scale. Directly comparable business model serving the same design-build practitioner audience.

Direct peers

• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): National trade association for commercial construction with chapter structure, continuing education, certification programs, and advocacy mission parallel to DBIA Florida Region, with overlapping member firms among Florida's general contractors.
• Associated General Contractors of America (AGC): Long-standing national trade association representing general contractors with state/chapter infrastructure, education programs, awards, and annual conventions that mirror DBIA Florida Region's structure and serve overlapping AEC member firms.
• Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS): AEC-focused association offering education, credentialing (CCM-style programs), and a chapter structure analogous to DBIA Florida Region, with overlapping member firms in the AEC community though focused on business development/marketing rather than delivery method.
• American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE): Professional society for civil engineers with section/chapter infrastructure, continuing education, and infrastructure advocacy overlapping with DBIA Florida Region's engineering membership base and transportation/water market focus.
• American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC): National trade association for engineering firms with state chapter structure, continuing education, and government advocacy that parallels DBIA Florida Region's design professional membership model and overlaps with engineering sponsor firms like HDR and Kimley-Horn.
• American Institute of Architects (AIA): Professional society for licensed architects with state/local chapter structure, continuing education (including AIA-recognized CEUs referenced by DBIA Florida Region), and advocacy. Shares the architect member segment and CE/CPE education model with DBIA Florida Region.
• Construction Management Association of America (CMAA): National association promoting construction management and alternative project delivery with education, certification (CCM), and owner advisory services directly comparable to DBIA Florida Region's design-build focus and Owner Council.

Regional players

• DBIA Western Pacific Region: Sister regional chapter of DBIA offering identical education, certification, and conference programming to DBIA Florida Region, but serving western US states rather than Florida. Same operating model, different geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles20 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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