In this episode, Rachel Holland, PE talks with Mathew Picardal, P.E., SE, about his firsthand experiences at the recent NCSEA Summit, the significance of SE3 Training for structural engineers, and the key lessons learned from these valuable industry events and training programs. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed here*** Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Mathew: What was your experience at the NCSEA Summit in Anaheim this year? Can you share some of the topics you encountered or attended at the event? How was the Champlain Towers investigation session structured, and what were some of the key topics discussed? Did the focus on mental health and related topics primarily come from the SE3 segment, or were there also dedicated breakouts within the NCSEA addressing similar issues? Were the discussions about mental health and related topics part of the SE3 sessions, or were they separate, with SE3 having distinct activities? What are your thoughts on the industry making positive strides by recognizing the importance of balance in discussions, addressing not only technical aspects but also mental health and business skills? Was the setup you described for the panel discussion? What was the consensus on how companies were handling topics like supporting employees through different life stages and ongoing work-from-home discussions? Did any firms express the sentiment that full-time work from home is not effective and they prefer having all their employees back in the office? Were the individuals discussing remote work mostly on a hybrid schedule, or were they fully remote employees who never went into the office? Regarding the DEI discussions within SE3, particularly on retention and recruiting, what was the consensus, and what thoughts emerged on ways to improve these aspects? How can companies improve in their business areas, and what successful strategies are being used? Did any specific sessions stand out to you as favorites in terms of their information or the topics discussed? Which technical sessions were your favorites and stood out the most for you? Did they discuss the base-isolated hospital that went wrong due to backfilling in the session? What makes attending events like the NCSEA summit or engineering summits in general beneficial in your opinion? Is there anything else you'd like to share about your experience at the convention or any final thoughts you have? Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About NCSEA Summit Insights:  Going to the conference was worthwhile, especially with the SE3 symposium. Even though it wasn't official, it tackled interesting subjects like equity in structural engineering and industry surveys. What made this year's NCSEA event memorable was the perfect blend of technical and business discussions. The event featured standout sessions, including the revealing Champlain Towers investigation and insights into hospital performance post-Turkey earthquake. Technical highlights encompassed ACI 19 column and concrete shear wall changes. On the softer side, a panel on mental health offered valuable perspectives on the experiences of structural engineers, often overlooked in the industry. In the mental health panel, three engineers talked about topics like burnout and imposter syndrome that many in the audience could relate to. It brought attention to the different kinds of stress engineers face, both professionally and personally. The main point was realizing we're all in this together (and the live audience vibe showed that), making it cool to see we're not alone in dealing with these challenges. The NCSEA program incorporated discussions on mental health and imposter syndrome,