# Event Details - **Event Name**: PEO Lakehead Professional Development Seminar - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join the PEO Lakehead Chapter for a technical seminar featuring our speaker Oliver Xiao, P.Eng.!About this EventElevate your evening with a dynamic session focused on professional growth, industry connection, and high-impact insights. This seminar is your opportunity to sharpen your expertise, expand your local professional network, and seamlessly earn your required continuing education credits.We are thrilled to welcome Oliver Xiao, P.Eng., as our featured speaker for the evening.? Earn CPD Hours: Attendance at this seminar is eligible for Continued Professional Development (CPD) hours if applicable for your discipline. A certificate of attendance can be provided upon request.Event DetailsDate: June 17th, 2026Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMLocation: The Study Coffeehouse (In Lakehead University Agora)Perks: Complimentary refreshments and light snacks will be provideAbout the PresentationThe presentation will explore the key factors that influence concrete quality and long term performance. Understanding the underlying causes of common concrete defects is essential for preventing quality issues, improving durability, and maximizing the service life of concrete structures. By identifying potential problems early and implementing appropriate mitigation measures, project teams can reduce costly repairs, minimize delays, and achieve better overall project outcomes.This session will provide practical insights into concrete troubleshooting and offer guidance on recognizing, diagnosing, and addressing common issues encountered during concrete construction.The presentation will provide:An overview of concrete troubleshooting methods and best practicesA review of common concrete defects and their root causesPractical solutions and preventive measures to avoid or minimize quality issuesRecommendations for improving concrete performance, durability, and longevityAbout the SpeakerOliver Xiao, P.Eng., LEED GAPrincipal Consultant, Z1 Consulting Inc.Oliver is a licenced professional engineer in Ontario with extensive experience in R&D, construction materials and technologies, standards and specifications, industry associations, and infrastructure projects across Eastern Canada. While working for the industry association, he managed the Ontario ready-mix production facilities quality assurance program and supported municipalities across the province with construction best practices.Oliver is actively involved with several professional associations. He previously served as Chair of the OSPE Infrastructure Task Force. He is currently a board member of the ACI Ontario Chapter, a voting member of ACI 523, and a member of TAC technical committees. He has also participated in various industry task forces and standards committees. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/thunder-bay/peo-lakehead-professional-development-seminar/100001991209895399 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: The Study - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Thunder Bay - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: The Study - **lat**: 48.4208029 - **long**: -89.2616522 - **full address**: The Study, 955 Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: PEO Lakehead Professional Development Seminar - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/446d9e330fa537edf1206462471bc2b58dd3e0cb93685ad62f126c03ac8eb83a-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1781076585 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is PEO Lakehead Professional Development Seminar being held? - **A:** PEO Lakehead Professional Development Seminar takes place on Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm at The Study, 955 Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing PEO Lakehead Professional Development Seminar? - **A:** PEO Lakehead Professional Development Seminar is organized by PEO Lakehead Chapter. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** PEO Lakehead Professional Development Seminar is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Thunder Bay, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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