Federal Policy, Innovation & Incentives for the Built Environment

Join us for a timely, in-person discussion on how federal policy shifts are reshaping the architecture, engineering, and construction industries—and how innovators can take advantage of new incentives, funding pathways, and tax benefits.

This meeting is designed for forward-thinking professionals who are leading with sustainability, performance, and innovation and want to understand how federal tools can support and scale their work.

Presented by experts from KBKG

Learn how two powerful federal incentives—one focused on energy efficiency and the other on innovation—can directly benefit your firm and your clients.

We will cover:

• The history and purpose of the 179D Energy-Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction
• Key expansions under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
• Increased benefit values and broader eligibility
• The new Retrofit Program as an alternative qualification path
• How architects, engineers, and designers can qualify for 179D
• How energy strategies, envelope design, HVAC, and lighting systems factor into qualification
• An overview of the R&D Tax Credit and how it applies to design, engineering, and construction activities
• How R&D and 179D can be leveraged together to maximize incentives
• How these incentives support both sustainability goals and long-term financial growth.

We’ll also share insights and updates from Washington, DC on:

• Housing policy and development trends
• Climate and energy policy
• Small business best practices for navigating federal programs

1 LU credits, food, and drinks will be provided.

Tetyana Guguchkina is a Principal with KBKG working for the department. She advises clients on tax matters related to federal and state research and development tax incentives. Tetyana has more than 10 years of tax compliance experience in public accounting.

Tetyana handled research credit studies and consulted for numerous companies throughout the country working closely with engineers, scientists, and software developers in various industries. Relevant industry experience includes but is not limited to manufacturing, software development, aerospace & defense, food & beverage, architecture & engineering, cosmetics, pharmaceutical & biotechnology, and agriculture.

Tetyana received her Master of Science degree in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering from the National Technical University of Ukraine "Kyiv Polytechnic Institute" (KPI) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting. She is a member of the California Society of CPAs, and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and currently works out of our Woodland Hills office.

JILLIAN JONES: DIRECTOR, GREEN BUILDING TAX INCENTIVES

Jillian Jones is a Director for KBKG and is Head of Government Relations for our 179D service line, supporting government entities with their 179D allocation process. Jillian has over a decade of unique experience and has a diverse background in the real estate industry, construction, and tax planning. She has successfully delivered extensive benefits to commercial building owners, Architects, Engineers, and Contractors through the implementation of the , , and many other federal tax incentives.

She has a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from the Art Institute and a Master’s in Management from the University of Phoenix.

Established in 1999 with offices across the US, KBKG has helped businesses and their CPAs unlock over $10 Billion of tax credits and incentives. Our company is comprised of engineers, attorneys, and tax experts and is not owned by or affiliated with any CPA firm. Focusing exclusively on value-add services that complement your tax and accounting capabilities, such as R&D Credits, Energy Tax Incentives, and Cost Segregation, we always deliver quantifiable benefits. Our ability to work seamlessly with your team is why thousands of tax professionals and businesses across the nation trust KBKG.

AIA San Fernando Valley (AIASFV) is a local chapter of the American Institute of Architects serving the Valley's five-city region that includes the City of Los Angeles north of Mulholland Drive as well as Burbank, Calabasas, Glendale and the City of San Fernando. Our chapter also encompasses the County of Los Angeles to the west and north, including the communities within the Santa Clarita Antelope valleys.

We serve a diverse membership that includes architects, associates working toward licensure, students and allied professionals. AIA San Fernando Valley is here to support your career, enhance your practice, and advance the architecture profession. As a member, you're connected to exclusive resources along with opportunities to drive real, transformative change. Together, we're tackling this generation's most urgent issues, from climate action to inequities in the built environment.

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Info: Join us in Fletcher Jones Auditorium for our main presentation.

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