2025 Infrastructure Conference

Monday, September 8, 2025 to Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel & Conference Center

95 Presidential Circle
Gettysburg, PA 17325-8397
United States

* Registration open until 9/2/25 at 12:00 AM (EDT)

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Attendees will hear from key government professionals, industry partners and industry peers providing valuable updates and insights at this all-encompassing event, including emerging technologies effecting us now and in the future.

A silent auction table will be available at the conference to support the Eric J. Gennuso and LeRoy D. (Bud) Loy, Jr. scholarship program. To donate an item, please contact Sarah Babski at sbabski@acecpa.org.

Check back frequently to the agenda tab to see all our amazing sessions we have planned with more to come. We will open registration on Monday, Sept. 8 at 1 p.m. in order to kick off our conference promptly at 2 p.m. The conference will conclude no later than 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10.

Registration Information

The early bird registration price is available until the end of day on Friday, August 15 for members. Registration is open until Tuesday, September 2. Cancellations will be refunded less a 3% processing fee until September 2. After that day, refunds will not be issues.

Hotel Information

To book your overnight room at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel & Conference Center, use this link, or call 717-339-0020, option 3. Identify yourself as being with the ACEC/PA Infrastructure Conference in order to receive the group rate of $149 per night. Don't delay, the block is only open until Friday, Aug. 8.

Registration Options

Registration Options	Credits	Price
09/08-10/2025 Infrastructure Conference Member Reg Includes one (1) attendee registration for the entire conference with the exception of the PAC reception Tuesday evening.		$419.00
09/08-10/2025 Infrastructure Conf. Non-Member Reg Includes one (1) attendee registration to the entire conference with the exception of the PAC reception Tuesday evening. This option is only for non-members. If you are a member of ACEC/PA, please log-in before registered to receive the member rate. If you have any issues, please contact Sarah Babski.		$549.00
09/08-10/2025 Infrastructure Conf Featured Sponsor Includes: •Two (2) complimentary conference attendee registrations •Signage featured at registration and throughout conference •Acknowledgment from the podium •Premier placement in the conference app •Recognition in event promotion e-blasts •Recognition on ACEC/PA website and social media channels Registration Ends 8/28/25 at 9:00 PM EDT		$2,000.00
09/08-10/2025 Infrastructure Conf Affiliate Table • Up to two (2) complimentary conference attendee registrations • 6' Clothed Table with (2) chairs for your display materials in the registration area • Electricity provided upon request Registration Ends 8/28/25 at 9:00 PM EDT		$1,000.00
09/08-10/2025 Infrastructure Welcome Reception Includes: •One (1) complimentary conference attendee registration •Signage displayed at registration and at reception •Acknowledgment from the podium •Recognition in the conference app •Recognition in event promotion e-blasts •Recognition on ACEC/PA website and social media channels Registration Ends 8/28/25 at 9:00 PM EDT		$1,500.00
09/08-10/2025 Infrastructure Breakfast Sponsor Includes: •One (1) complimentary conference attendee registration •Signage displayed at registration and at both conference breakfasts •Acknowledgment from the podium •Recognition in the conference app •Recognition in event promotion e-blasts •Recognition on ACEC/PA website and social media channels Registration Ends 8/28/25 at 9:00 PM EDT		$1,250.00
09/08-10/2025 Infrastructure Conf Lunch Sponsor Includes: •One (1) complimentary conference attendee registration •Signage displayed at registration and at both conference lunches •Acknowledgment from the podium •Recognition in the conference app •Recognition in event promotion e-blasts •Recognition on ACEC/PA website and social media channels Registration Ends 8/28/25 at 9:00 PM EDT		$1,250.00
09/08-10/2025 Infrastructure Conf Break Sponsor Includes: •One (1) complimentary conference attendee registration •Signage displayed at registration and at all refreshment break stations •Acknowledgment from the podium •Recognition in the conference app •Recognition in event promotion e-blasts •Recognition on ACEC/PA website and social media channels Registration Ends 8/28/25 at 9:00 PM EDT		$1,000.00
09/09/2025 CEPA PAC Reception On Tuesday, September 9th, there will be a CEPA PAC reception held from 5pm to 6:30pm at the Wyndham Gettysburg with invited legislators. If you plan to attend, the cost is $100 per person and can only be paid for by the individual. Light appetizers and refreshments will be provided. You will be sent an invoice that you can either pay online or bring a check with you the night of.		FREE

Agenda

September 8
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Board of Directors Meeting All board meetings are open to any ACEC/PA member in good standing.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Registration & Exhibits
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Opening Session
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Pennsylvania Turnpike Update with Brad Heigel and Matt Burd
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM	Refreshment Break A light snack will be provided.
3:45 PM - 5:00 PM	PennDOT vs. ACEC/PA Trivia
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Welcome Reception Light food and drinks will be served. Dinner is on your own.
September 9
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Networking Breakfast A hot breakfast buffet will be provided.
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Registration & Exhibits
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Let's Get Digital: The Future of Digital Delivery Digital delivery is on the rise, with robust plans to convert to digital submissions in the near future. Learn specifics from PennDOT’s Allen Melley and Adam Smyser from the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission about their plans to require digital delivery and what the agencies are currently implementing.
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM	Preparing for Your FAR Overhead Audit
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	AI Transformation for Engineering Leadership: Strategy, ROI, and Competitive Advantage This session is an executive-focused approach that will leave attendees with clear business cases, strategic frameworks, and actionable insights of leading AI adoption in their firms.
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM	R&D Tax Credits
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM	Refreshment Break Grab a cup of coffee and visit with our exhibitors.
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	The Devil's In the Details: Secrets to a Successful Contract Featuring Tony Potter, Esq. from Offit Kurman, this session examines consultant contracts and highlights best practices to protect both prime consultants and subconsultants.
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM	Construction Services Committee The Construction Services Committee will be holding an in-person meeting at the conference.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Networking Lunch
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	On the Horizon: Upcoming Trends in Land Development This session features three prominent Pennsylvania land development professionals, who will examine and discuss private land development, upcoming trends, and how engineers can prepare for the specific needs of unique projects like data centers and logistics operations.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	ACEC Business Insurance Trust with EPIC Brokers Risk management can be expensive for an engineering firm. With the Business Insurance Trust, firms can save money and get access to a wide variety of benefits, including risk management, deductible assistance, legal aid, and customized insurance solutions.
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	ACEC Life/Health Trust The Life/Health Trust serves the full spectrum of firms, from the largest firms to small businesses, offering full-range medical coverage, as well as dental, vision, and life insurances. Learn more about how you can realize significant savings for your employees’ insurance costs.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Session TBD
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Break
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM	FutureNOW Session: Career Progression Panel Moderated by Marco Navarro of Navarro & Wright, our panelists include: Roseline Bougher, President & CEO, A.D. Marble & Co., Inc. Mark Markosky, P.E., Chief Executive Officer, The Markosky Engineering Group, Inc. Maggie Talarico, P.E., LEED AP BD+C, Principal, Foresight Construction Services, LLC
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM	Engineering Greens (Fore!)
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Inside the Dome: Infrastructure Advocacy & Legislative Outlook Featuring a bipartisan dialogue with PA Representatives Ed Neilson and Kerry Benninghoff
4:45 PM - 6:15 PM	FutureNOW Reception This reception is open to early-career engineers with 15 years or less* of experience only. There is no additional cost to attend. Come network with your peers.*
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	CEPA PAC Reception Cost to attend is $100. Cash, personal check or credit cards will be accepted. PA Representatives Kerry Benninghoff and Ed Neilson will be in attendance, as well as other legislators.
September 10
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Networking Breakfast A hot breakfast buffet will be provided.
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM	Registration & Exhibits
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Federal Update from ACEC's Matt Reiffer ACEC’s Vice President and Advocacy Counsel Matt Reiffer will provide an update on federal advocacy including victories in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization legislation, and more.
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM	Large Firm Roundtable Discussion For firms with 100 employees or more, this discussion will provide an opportunity to share best practices, offer constructive feedback, and learn new strategies for growth and success.
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM	Small Firm Roundtable Discussion For firms with 99 employees or less, this discussion will focus on federal and state changes to small business regulation, best practices for securing partnerships, and methods to develop stronger relationships.
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM	Refreshment Break
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	Update from the Department of Environmental Protection with Secretary Shirley Learn more from DEP Secretary Jessice Shirley about the Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED) program, restructuring the ePermitting program, and more.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM	Networking Lunch
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM	Executive AI Implementation Workshop: From Investment to Transformation In this session, we will take a deeper dive into strategic planning frameworks, specific ROI calculations, transformation requirements, and investment strategies.
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM	Leadership Lessons from the Battlefield
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM	SOI Myth Busting
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Break
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM	Closing Session with Secretary Carroll Close out the 2025 Infrastructure Conference with a high-level overview of PennDOT operations with Sec. Mike Carroll, including current transportation funding issues, capital plans for the future, and more.

Sponsors (As of August 2025)

Sponsorships are available now (click on the fillable PDF below)