Networking is one of the most valuable skills young professionals can develop, but building meaningful connections can feel intimidating when you’re just starting out. Join the AIA Central Oklahoma Emerging Architects Committee for Networking 101, an engaging and practical session led by Josh Dougherty of CEC.
This program will help emerging architects gain confidence in professional networking by exploring strategies for starting conversations, building authentic relationships, and creating connections that can support long-term career growth. Josh will share practical insights, personal experiences, and real-world techniques for navigating networking events, strengthening professional presence, and making lasting impressions within the AEC industry. Whether you’re new to the profession or looking to sharpen your networking skills, this session will provide valuable tools to help you connect with confidence.
Tuesday, June 30
5:30 – 6:30 pm
Skydance Brewing Company
1 NE 7th Street, OKC
Lite Bites provided. Drinks on your own.
Josh Dougherty is a Principal and the Regional Community Business Leader at CEC, where he focuses on building meaningful relationships and helping clients turn ideas into successful projects. As a licensed civil engineer whose career has evolved into strategic business development, Josh understands both the technical and human sides of engineering. With deep understanding of project delivery, Josh helps clients navigate complex challenges and move projects forward with clarity and confidence.
Josh works across both public and private sectors, building lasting partnerships with architects, general contractors, developers, municipalities, and government agencies. His role centers on identifying client needs, aligning the right technical teams, and ensuring projects are positioned for success from the very beginning.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Oklahoma State University and is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Oklahoma. Josh is an active member of SMPS (Society for Marketing Professional Services), continually strengthening his leadership and communication skills. He also serves on multiple local Chamber of Commerce Boards and Advisory Boards and is an engaged member of Rotary. His community involvement extends to Oklahoma’s arts scene through Allied Arts and the annual Oklahoma City Festival of the Arts.
Born and raised in Oklahoma City, Josh is a proud father of two daughters, enjoys great music, and prefers any opportunity that takes him outdoors.
EMERGING ARCHITECTS COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRS:
Associate Director
Jeff Tice, Assoc. AIA
Cushman & Wakefield
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Emerging Professional Director
Jessica Snyder, AIA
ADG Blatt
920 W. Main Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73106
Voice: (405) 232-5700
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