COAA Illinois Chapter

Illinois Chapter of the Construction Owners Association of America (COAA-IL) About COAA: Helping facility/project Owners improve their delivery of construction & renovation projects and the experience of doing so. Founded in 1994, the Construction Owners Association of America (COAA) is a national organization of public and private entities who manage facilities development and capital improvement projects. Membership includes Owners representing a variety of sectors –including higher education institutions, governmental agencies, healthcare organizations, K-12 school districts, and others – and the product/service-providers who serve them. COAA and its members operate and believe in a mindset dubbed “The COAA Way.” It’s not an easy button, a formula, or a recipe for success. Instead, it’s an approach that recognizes the importance of people and the idea of a “good Owner” leading by example with fairness, integrity, a willingness to collaborate, transparency, good communication, humility, and a desire to continuously improve. COAA embraces a “generalist” approach to its educational offerings. Owners will find value in content that is applicable regardless of what’s being constructed, what its size or cost it, or what delivery method is employed. We focus on the entire “pie” of project management concerns from the Owner’s perspective, not a single slice. From formal courses offered through its unique Owner Training Institute and 3-day “COAA Connect” national conferences, to regional/state chapter workshops, webinars, town hall meetings, and a live members-only “eForum xChange” discussion held each month ... COAA members and customers can learn and connect in ways and that suit their needs, budget, and schedule.