Convenings to promote new perspectives, discussion and breakthrough solutions.
Marquee events
Our major annual events that address some of the most complex challenges facing L.A.
Mayoral Housing Transportation & Jobs Summit
A summit focused on addressing the mounting affordable housing crisis and its affect on businesses and employment in the L.A. region.
Sustainability Summit
A high-level convening of business, government and nonprofit leaders in one of the most environmentally forward-thinking cities in the world.
Architectural Awards
An annual celebration of projects that embrace innovative design standards to enhance the way we live in Los Angeles.
Workshops
and Special Events
We host a series of smaller events and workshops throughout the year on timely topics for the business community
Past Events
Net Zero Carbon Buildings Summer Roundtable Series: California’s Plan to Achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2030
July 17, 2019
The LABC is committed to educating our communities as the transition occurs– with important legislation pending and critical regulation being written at the California Energy Commission (CEC) that will affect all building owners.
This roundtable is the first of our two-event series convenings as an opportunity to talk with a key legislator and regulator about the practical ability to design, construct, renovate and operate carbon neutral buildings.
Los Angeles County Sustainability Plan: Gearing Up Economic Opportunity and Jobs
July 17, 2019
LABC President Mary Leslie joined former Assemblymember Fran Pavley and a diverse group of business leaders, County officials, and economic and workforce development specialists from across California to examine the county’s sustainability plan’s potential to drive economic and job growth. Event hosted by the UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation, the USC Schwarzenegger Institute, the UCLA Sustainable LA Grand Challenge, and the USC Center for Sustainability Solutions
Sustainability Summit VIP Reception
March 28, 2019
An intimate gathering for summit speakers, panelists and LABC leadership. The LABC honored Deborah Flint CEO, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Kilroy Realty. Featured Speakers included State Assemblymember Henry Stern. Thanks to this year’s event host, LABC Founding and Vice Chair, Richard Ziman.