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2013 Convention and Legislative Summit
April 21-24, 2013
MWH Global Chairman/CEO Alan Krause discusses the challenges of alternative delivery methods on major projects, increased competition from management consulting firms, and client expectations for engineering firms to be financial partners in projects.
Michael Della Rocca, president-Americas, AECOM, talks about the significant opportunities for large engineering firms in partnering on major projects, but says they must build the expertise to manage the increased risk.
Gary Jandegian, president, infrastructure and environment, URS, discusses the key facets of building winning teams, both within the organization and among project partners.

2012 Fall Conference
October 14-17, 2012
POWER Engineers CEO Jack Hand expresses optimism about the energy market in both the short and long term, seeing an increasing share for natural gas and strengthening in the wind sector. He says nuclear and hydro-electric power will continue to diminish as a percentage of the market.
Weston Solutions CEO Pat McCann forecasts growth in the water/wastewater segment at twice the rate of GDP in 2013 and says the long-term outlook is strong because of the huge spread between what we need and what we’re currently spending.
RS&H CEO Brian Reed says that in the face of continuing federal funding shortages, the states and the private sector will find a way to build and repair the transportation infrastructure. He says there’s strong private financial interest in infrastructure investment and the states are turning towards user fees rather than taxes.
Atkins North America CEO Dean Fox urges firms to establish a strong base upon which to grow, focusing on streamlined operations and top-notch talent. He says firms should stay focused on their core competencies as they grow, both geographically and within market sectors.
Degenkolb Chairman Chris Poland describes how his firm grew by capitalizing on the expertise of its employees. The company looks to double its size by 2020 while maintaining its historical stock value growth of 12 percent annually.
Palmetto Engineering and Consulting Founding Principal Gregg Hughes says small firms need to make sure they can afford to grow. Unless they have a sound financial base, they may not be able to survive inevitable lean periods as they expand.

2012 Convention and Legislative Summit
April 15-18, 2012
CH2M HILL CEO McIntire Keynotes ACEC Annual Convention
CH2M HILL CEO Lee McIntire gives an optimistic keynote address at the ACEC Annual Convention, projecting that the engineering industry will be up to the task in solving numerous global challenges in the coming decades.
HDR’s George Little Looks at Market Prospects
HDR CEO George Little provides a high-level view of the various market sectors in the engineering industry.
ARCADIS CEO Steve Blake Talks M&A and Profitability
ARCADIS CEO Steve Blake offers the key considerations for buyers and sellers of companies and for improving the bottom line.
Cardno USA’s Paul Gardiner Describes Company’s Rapid Growth
Cardno USA President Paul Gardiner tracks his company’s growth from a small Australian firm in 1999 into a global powerhouse today, with 6,500 employees working in 250 offices in 85 countries.
Ed Rendell Lays Out the Case for Infrastructure Investment
Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell hails infrastructure investment as “the best job creator” and calls for $200 billion in annual spending.
Haley Barbour Handicaps the 2012 Presidential Election
Former Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour forecasts a tight presidential election.

2011 Fall Conference
October 19-22, 2012
Jacobs CEO Keynotes ACEC Fall Conference
Jacobs Engineering Group President and CEO Craig Martin gives the keynote address at the ACEC Fall Conference, saying the current economic slowdown is not likely to improve anytime soon.
CDM's Richard Fox Calls for Innovation in Industry
CDM Chairman and CEO Richard Fox says engineers must embrace continued innovation and contribute to increased construction productivity.
Sargent & Lundy's "Bud" Wendorf Forecasts Dramatic Growth in Natural Gas Sector
Sargent & Lundy Chairman, President and CEO, Alan "Bud" Wendorf, forecasts that while "one third of natural gas currently goes to electrical production, in 20 years, it will be closer to 50 percent.
AMEC's Hisham Mahmoud Discusses Globalization's Impact on Engineering
Hisham Mahmoud, president of AMEC Earth & Environmental, looks at the impact of globalization: "If you are a regional or local firm and don't think you're competing globally, think again.

2011 Convention and Legislative Summit
March 30-April 2, 2011
AECOM CEO John Dionisio Keynotes ACEC Convention
In the keynote address at the ACEC 2011 Convention in Washington, D.C., AECOM CEO John Dionisio called for increased private sector financing of public infrastructure.
Stantec's Robert Gomes Discusses PPP and M&A
Participating in the CEO Panel at the ACEC 2011 Convention in Washington, D.C., Stantec CEO Robert Gomes talked about the benefits of Public/Private Partnerships and the current state of Mergers and Acquisitions activity in the engineering industry.
MACTEC CEO Ann Massey Describes Response to Economic Downturn
During the CEO Panel at the ACEC 2011 Convention in Washington, D.C., MACTEC CEO Ann Massey detailed how her firm emerged from the recession as a stronger, more market-focused competitor.
HNTB's Paul Yarossi Calls for Improved Infrastructure Funding
HNTB President Paul Yarossi spoke during the CEO Panel at the ACEC 2011 Convention in Washington, D.C. about the need for an integrated national infrastructure funding system.

Other Videos
2012 EEA Grand Conceptor Award Winner
In the 2012 Engineering Excellence Awards, the Lake Borgne Surge Barrier won the Grand Conceptor Award as the year’s most outstanding engineering achievement
ACEC’s Neimeyer Calls for Immediate 3% Repeal (9/2011)
ACEC Chairman Terry Neimeyer calls for repeal of the 3 percent withholding mandate at a press conference on Capitol Hill.
Professional Services Tax (8/2011)
ACEC President Dave Raymond speaks out against the Professional Services Tax at an economic summit hosted by Kansas Governor Sam Brownback at Black & Veatch headquarters.
Rally for Roads (5/2011)
ACEC President Dave Raymond addressed the Rally for Roads on May 25, calling on Congress to swiftly pass a six-year highway bill.
2011 EEA Grand Conceptor Award Winner
In the 2011 Engineering Excellence Awards, the Hoover Dam Bypass won the Grand Conceptor Award as the year's most outstanding engineering achievement.
ACEC/California’s Meyer Defends Major California PPP Project (1/2011)
ACEC/California Executive Director Paul Meyer rebuts a lawsuit to block a Public-Private Partnership project.
What ACEC Means for You and Your Business
Learn how ACEC’s advocacy program in Washington D.C. advances Member Firms’ business interests across the country.