2026 Infrastructure Conference
Connecting Leaders. Delivering Solutions. Advancing Infrastructure.
Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel & Conference Center
95 Presidential CircleGettysburg, PA 17325-8397
United States
* Registration open until 9/8/26 at 10:00 PM (EDT)
Registration is now open!
Building Connections. Advancing Infrastructure. Shaping the Future.
Join ACEC/PA for the 2026 Infrastructure Conference, where engineering leaders, industry experts, and public-sector partners come together to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and innovations shaping Pennsylvania’s infrastructure landscape.
This premier event provides valuable insights into transportation, funding, emerging technologies, project delivery, and the evolving needs of our communities. Attendees will gain perspectives from industry leaders, connect with peers, and engage in meaningful conversations that help move our profession and our infrastructure forward.
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.
The agenda is in progress so check back to see what who's coming. We will open the registration table on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 4 p.m. with a tailgate themed reception at 5 p.m. Conference session will kick off Monday morning and will conclude no later than 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15.
Registration Information
You have several options for registration. Full refunds will be issued, less a 3% processing fee, up until Tuesday, September 8. No refunds will be issued after that date but you can still switch out attendees until Friday, September 11.
Hotel Information
To book your overnight room at the discounted group rate of $152 per night plus 11% taxes, at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel & Conference Center, use this link, or call 717-339-0020, option 3. The room block will remain open until Friday, August 21st or until it sells out.
Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Price |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Conference Member Reg
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$419.00 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Conf. Non-Member Reg
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 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Conference MONDAY
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$250.00 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Conference TUESDAY
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$250.00 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Conf Featured Sponsor
•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 |
$2,000.00 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Conf Affiliate Table
• 6' Clothed Table with (2) chairs for your display materials in the registration area • Electricity provided upon request |
$1,000.00 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Reception Sponsor
•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 |
$1,500.00 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Breakfast Sponsor
•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 |
$1,250.00 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Conf Lunch Sponsor
•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 |
$1,250.00 |
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09/13-15/2026 Infrastructure Conf Break Sponsor
•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 |
$1,000.00 |
Agenda
| September 13 | |
| 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Board of Directors Meeting All board meetings are open to any ACEC/PA member in good standing. |
| 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Tailgate Reception Join us to watch the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Washington Commanders. Wings are included! Dinner will be on your own. |
| September 14 | |
| 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | Networking Breakfast A hot breakfast buffet will be provided. |
| 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Registration & Exhibits |
| 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM | Opening Session We will kick off our conference with a message from Secretary of Transportation Mike Carroll. |
| 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM | Session TBA |
| 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Legal Counsel Forum Kick-off meeting for the newly established Legal Counsel Forum. Open to all ACEC/PA members to join. |
| 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM | Refreshment Break Grab a cup of coffee and visit with our exhibitors. |
| 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Contract Administration Presenter: Michele Harter, PennDOT |
| 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM | Networking Lunch |
| 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | AI in Contracts and More Presenter: Tony Potter, Offit & Kurman |
| 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | DBE Update Presenters: Corey Pellington and Dr. Megan Peterson |
| 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Afternoon Break |
| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Digital Delivery Presenter: Allen Melley |
| 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Closing Session Day One |
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Reception Off-site |
| September 15 | |
| 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | Networking Breakfast A hot breakfast buffet will be provided. |
| 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM | Registration & Exhibits |
| 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | Liability and Risk Management Presenter: Mark Amirault |
| 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | ACEC National Advocacy Update Presented by Matt Reiffer, Vice President and Advocacy Counsel, American Council of Engineering Companies |
| 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Refreshment Break |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Lessons Learned Presenter: Matt Burd, PennDOT |
| 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Networking Lunch |
| 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM | When Engineering Meeting Public Opinion: Rethinking Who Leads the Conversation Presenter: Kelli Roberts, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission |
| 1:45 PM - 2:30 PM | Closing Sessions |
Opening Session
- Secretary Michael Carroll, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
DBE Program Restart Panel
- Corey Pellington, MHA, SHRM-SCP, Deputy Secretary for Administration, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
- Dr. Megan Peterson, Director, Bureau of Equal Opportunity, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Professional Liability Insights to Manage Risks
- Mark Amirault, Partner with Foundation Risk Partners
Digital Delivery Session
- Allen Melley, PE, Chief Digital Delivery Section, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Navigating Employee Benefits
- Jason Crawford, Vice President, Senior Benefits Consultant, Corporate Synergies
Policy Updated and Insights
- Michele Harter, Contract Management Chief, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
When Engineering Meets Public Opinion: Rethinking Who Leads the Conversation
- Kelli Roberts, Chief Strategy and Communication Officer, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Through a Legal Lens - AI in Contracts and More
- Anthony Potter, Principal, Practice Group Leader - Construction Law, Offit Kurman, P.C.
Federal Legislative Update from ACEC National
- Matt Reiffer, Vice President and Advocacy Counsel, ACEC National
Construction – Lessons learned from the Field
- Matthew Burd, P.E., Assistant Chief Engineer – Construction, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
AI for Consultants
- Robert Taylor, P.E., P.T.O.E., Chief Technology and Growth Officer, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Procurement and Design for the Francis Scott Key Bridge Reconstruction Project
- Jim Harkness, Chief Engineer, Maryland Transportation Authority
