Information Technology Forum

Two days of peer-to-peer interaction and engagement!

ACEC's Information Technology Forum brings together professionals from engineering firms for two days of open discussion and roundtables where they share best practices, explore problems and solutions, and gain valuable insights into industry trends.

Network with professionals in the A/E space

Attendees are connected to a network of their peers to share best practices, discuss emerging trends, and problem-solving in the workplace.

Roundtable Discussions

The IT Forum agenda is built around interactive roundtables so attendees can dive deeper into session topics and share personal challenges and triumphs in their work.

Access to the Forums online communities

ACEC National members of engineering firms can join online communities and continue receiving valuable insight with their peers year-round.

Thank you to our sponsor!

“The forum always provides the opportunity to understand successes, failures, and common hurdles in the industry, which is beneficial in preventing us from reinventing the wheel. The chance to build vendor relations and stay ahead of the game has allowed me to consistently walk away with new ideas and provide insights to others, contributing to a community of sharing.“

Rich Holst
Chief Information Officer
Bohler

"The IT Forum has been instrumental to my career. The forum is more than a place to find out what others are up to. It's a community of friends that are eager to share and help each other. Through these friendships it has shaped me as a professional and continues to help me navigate our firm through the ever-evolving technology landscape. If you are a new technology leader in the industry, I can't recommend this community enough."

Creighton Barnes
Department Director - IT | Associate Principal
Clark Nexsen

"For over twenty years, the IT Forum has served as an excellent professional networking hub in our industry. I deeply value the diverse range of opinions and insights that emerge during our gatherings. The relationships I have forged not only enrich my professional life but have also become personal friendships that continue to enhance my life in meaningful ways. This forum is more than a place to meet; it is a vibrant community that actively fosters both professional growth and personal connections."

Markus Weidner
Chief Innovation Officer
Pennoni

Forum Highlights

Navigating AI Adoption: Successes, Setbacks, and Strategies
AI in Action: Live Demos of Agent-Powered Workflows
AI Think Tank: Interactive Breakouts for Brainstorming IT
Innovation
Firm of the Future - AI and Technology
The Enclave Journey: Preparing for, Navigating, and Evaluating
CMMC Assessments
The Impact of M&A and Venture Capital on IT Teams
Open Roundtable Discussions

working agenda

Registration

ACEC Member Rate

$799 Early Bird

$999 after 6/30/2026

Non-Member Rate

$1,099

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*Registration for the IT Forum is limited to employees of engineering firms. Affiliate Member Firms or Non-Member vendors are not eligible to attend.

Hotel

Hilton Cleveland Downtown

The ACEC room rate is $259-289 per night plus tax for a standard or higher floor room. Reservations must be received by August 14, 2026. Reservations received after this date, or after the group block sells out prior to this date, will be on a space and rate available basis. The hotel is expected to sell out over our event dates so please reserve your room as soon as possible.

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