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SUMMARY:Transitioning from gINT: Comparing Alternative Solutions
DESCRIPTION:May 6\, 2025\, 1:30 – 3:00 PM Eastern \nAs gINT reaches the end of its lifecycle\, geotechnical professionals are faced with an important decision—what solution should take its place? Whether you’re considering a direct successor or exploring new platforms\, there are a range of options available to meet different project needs and organizational goals. \nJoin industry leaders for an engaging panel discussion on how firms are approaching this transition. Hear firsthand how they evaluated their options\, selected their replacements\, and navigated the challenges of implementation and adoption. This session will equip you with practical insights to help guide your own transition and ensure a smooth shift to the solution that’s right for you. \nThis 90-minute educational session will cover: \n\nSolution Selection & Evaluation – What criteria firms used to identify and compare potential replacements\nImplementation & Data Migration – Strategies for a smooth and efficient transition from gINT\nUser Experience & Training – Lessons learned on adoption\, user feedback\, and training approaches\nLessons Learned & Final Takeaways – What worked\, what didn’t\, and expert insights for firms making the switch\n\n\nThis session is a must-attend for geotechnical professionals\, engineers\, and data managers looking to stay ahead in the evolving world of geotechnical software. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain knowledge from real-world experiences and ask your most pressing questions. \nEarn 1.5 PDH Credits \nComplimentary registration for all Geoprofessional Coalition Members!
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/transitioning-from-gint-comparing-alternative-software-solutions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coalition Event,Online Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T133000
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SUMMARY:Maximize Your Member Benefits with the ACEC Trusts
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 7\, 2025\, 1:30-2:30 PM Eastern \nACEC membership has its privileges\, including access to professional liability insurance coverage\, high value health care benefits\, and a rich retirement program. Whether you are a small or large firm\, the ACEC Trusts have a program that works for your firm and employees. Join representatives from the three Trusts for a complimentary introduction to the programs and learn how your firm can benefit from these rich benefits. \n\nThe ACEC Business Insurance Trust has been providing professional insurance solutions to member firms for over 40 years\, including exclusive benefits not commonly available with a local broker: deductible assistance\, access to legal experts\, claims advocacy\, risk management\, Coalition dues assistance\, and Fall Conference reimbursement.\nThe ACEC Life/Health Trust is a non-profit Association Health Plan governed by a board of Trustees elected by ACEC Life/Health Trust Member firms.  The mission is to provide exclusive\, high value health care benefits to ACEC Member firms to support the health and well-being of their employees and families. Although the Trust serves firms of all sizes\, it take particular pride in offering small firms the products and service generally only available to large firms.  The Life/Health Trust takes a long-term approach to employee benefits and strive for consistency and predictability. The results speak for themselves:  More than 50 years in business and a 90 percent annual retention rate.\nEstablished in 1973\, the ACEC Retirement Trust offers firms and their employees a powerful 401(k) plan backed by the collective buying power of a $3 Billion Trust. Plan Sponsors benefit from enhanced fiduciary protections\, cost-effective administration\, streamlined recordkeeping and reporting\, and access to low-cost\, institutional-grade investments typically unavailable to individual firms. In addition to a dynamic online participant experience with robust investment tools and retirement readiness resources\, every participant also receives complimentary access to a Certified Financial Planner\, offering personalized financial guidance for a comprehensive financial strategy.\n\nLearn about the Trusts here. \nCan’t join us on this date? Register for the next presentation taking place on November 12\, 2025.
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/access-exclusive-member-benefits-through-the-acec-trusts-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Education
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SUMMARY:The Energy Committee Presents: Natural Gas Reliability for Energy Security and National Importance
DESCRIPTION:May 7\, 2025 from 12:30-1:30 PM EST \nJoin ACEC’s Energy Committee for an in-depth educational session on the evolving Natural Gas industry\, with a special focus on how rising power demand from the data center market is reshaping the landscape. Gain firsthand insights from industry leaders at Washington Gas\, Efinity\, and 2G Energy North America as they explore the key opportunities and challenges driving this rapidly changing sector. \nPanelists:  \n\nChuck Miller\, Washington Gas\nTom McGeehan\, Efinity\nAaron Tasin\, 2G Energy North America\n\nModerator: John Fernandes\, Policy Director\, Ulteig \n  \nFree for ACEC Members!\nNon-Members: $179
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/the-energy-committee-presents-natural-gas-reliability-for-energy-security-and-national-importance/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Communication Bootcamp
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URL:https://www.acec.org/event/communication-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Online Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T080000
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SUMMARY:ACEC of Maine Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the ACEC of Maine Board of Directors at its ACEC of Maine Annual Meeting on May 13\, 2025 at the Hilton Garden Inn\, Freeport.
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/acec-of-maine-annual-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Freeport\, 5 Park Street\, Freeporrt\, 04032\, United States
CATEGORIES:MO Event
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SUMMARY:Prioritizing Mental Health in the A/E Industry: Strategies for Decision Makers
DESCRIPTION:May 13\, 2025\, 1:30 PM ET \nThe demanding nature of the A/E industry presents unique mental health challenges for the job site workforce—stress\, burnout\, and safety risks all impact productivity and well-being. As a firm owner\, principal\, HR leader\, or decision maker\, how can you proactively support your team while also strengthening your business? \nJoin Brandon Anderson (AGC Missouri) for this one-hour session (1 PDH) designed to equip decision-makers with practical strategies to address mental health in the field. This session will cover: \n\nRecognizing the mental health challenges affecting job site teams.\nImplementing policies and programs that promote a healthier work environment.\nBreaking down stigma and encouraging open conversations.\nResources and best practices tailored for AEC firms.\n\nInvesting in mental health isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s critical for workforce retention\, safety\, and overall company success. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights that will help you create a stronger\, more resilient team. \nPDH’s: 1.0 \nFree for GEO Coalition Members
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/prioritizing-mental-health-in-the-a-e-industry-strategies-for-decision-makers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coalition Event,Online Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T143000
DTSTAMP:20250506T164819Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Convention Key Issues Preview
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 14 at 1:30 PM Eastern \nHear from ACEC’s advocacy team on the top policy issues facing the engineering industry\, including the future of federal infrastructure funding and major tax debates. This session is designed to prepare ACEC’s Citizen Lobbyists for visits with lawmakers on Capitol Hill\, but all members are welcome to join. \nKey issues to be covered include: \n\n2025 Tax Bill\nWorkforce Development\nIIJA Reauthorization\n\nWe’ll also have a more comprehensive briefing in-person during the Convention on Monday\, May 19th at 11:45 AM Eastern as well as materials to leave with congressional offices.
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/2025-convention-key-issues-preview/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Education
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250522
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SUMMARY:2025 ACEC Annual Convention & Legislative Summit
DESCRIPTION:May 18–21\, 2025 | Grand Hyatt | Washington\, DC \nJoin your peers for this three-day event and leave armed with the political intelligence and insights about the new administration that may impact your decisions about your strategic priorities in a changing environment. \nVisit the ACEC Annual Convention & Legislative Summit website to learn more.
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/2025-acec-annual-convention-legislative-summit/
LOCATION:Grand Hyatt Washington\, DC\, 1000 H St NW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Convention
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T220000
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SUMMARY:2025 ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards Gala
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 20\, 2025\n6:00 PM–10:00 pm | Grand Hyatt Washington\, D.C.\nAbout The Gala – Join ACEC for the 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards Gala – the world’s greatest celebration of engineering excellence\, which recognizes preeminent engineering achievements from throughout the world\, including the Grand Conceptor Award for the year’s best overall engineering accomplishment. \nRecognition – All award winners will be recognized at the black-tie EEA Gala Dinner and Awards Program. The Gala evening begins with Reception at 6:00 P.M. The awards show kicks off with the prestigious ACEC Award of Merit. \nTribute & Hosting – The evening continues with tributes of 2025 National Recognition Award Winners\, Dinner\, and presentation of the year’s Top Awards hosted by award-winning improv comedian\, Paul Mecurio. The Gala closes with an After-Party with music and dancing. \nVisit the Engineering Excellence Awards Gala website to learn more.
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/2025-engineering-excellence-awards-gala/
LOCATION:Grand Hyatt Washington\, DC\, 1000 H St NW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering Excellence Awards Gala
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250527T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250527T130000
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SUMMARY:ACEC NM Monthly Membership Meeting - May 2025
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: May Monthly Membership Meeting \nGuest Speaker: TBD \nTopic: TBD \n  \nWHEN: Tuesday\, May 27\, 2025 \n11:30 AM Registration and Meet & Greet \n12:00 Noon Meeting \n  \nWHERE: Albuquerque Marriott \n2101 Louisiana Boulevard NE (I-40/Louisiana)\, \nAlbuquerque\, NM 87110\, (505) 881-6800 \n  \nADDITIONAL DETAILS: \n\nACEC New Mexico Member – In-Person Attendance – $55 each\nNon-Member – In-Person Attendance – $110 each\nACEC New Mexico Member – Virtual Attendance (only for those located outside of ABQ) – $22 each\n\n(A Teams meeting link will be sent to you after you register.) \n  \nREGISTRATION: \nReservations are required and must be made by Tuesday\, May 20\, 2025\, no later than noon. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/acec-nm-monthly-membership-meeting-may-2025/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,MO Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T133000
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SUMMARY:Firm of the Future: The Strategic Role of AI in Shaping the Future of Design and Delivery
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer on the horizon—it’s reshaping the engineering and design industry right now. Join us for our first Firm of the Future roundtable\, where industry experts will unpack the groundbreaking findings from the ACEC Research Institute’s new report\, The Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Engineering Industry. \nIn this dynamic session\, you’ll hear from engineering innovators\, technology leaders\, and AI strategists as they explore:\n• How AI is accelerating—not replacing—engineering talent and creativity.\n• Real-world applications across operations\, design\, compliance\, asset management\, and client engagement.\n• Emerging governance frameworks to ensure responsible\, ethical AI adoption.\n• Strategic opportunities to differentiate your firm and drive innovation with AI.\n• Barriers to adoption—and proven strategies for overcoming them. \nWhether your firm is just beginning to experiment with AI or is leading the charge in digital transformation\, this webinar will offer actionable takeaways for integrating AI into your workflows thoughtfully\, strategically\, and successfully. \nDon’t miss this chance to learn how firms are leveraging AI to amplify human ingenuity—and why the future belongs to those who use AI not just to move faster\, but to think bigger \nJoseph Bates\, Senior Research Consultant\, ACEC Research Institute\nJavier A. Baldor\, CEO\, BST Global\nMichael Giacco\, Associate Vice President\, AI Engineers\nMehdi Nourbakhsh\, Ph.D.\, CEO\, YegaTech
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/firm-of-the-future-the-strategic-role-of-ai-in-shaping-the-future-of-design-and-delivery/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Research Institute
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
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SUMMARY:Geopier Portland\, ME Design Workshop - May 30th
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will receive 4 PDH Credits \nJoin Geopier® & Helical Drilling on May 30th for a design workshop. This engaging & educational seminar will cover a variety of civil design & construction topics. \nRegistration:\nSeating is limited to approximately 45 and registrations will be taken in the order received. Coffee\, beverages & lunch will be provided. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. \nCost: $30.00 \n 
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/geopier-portland-me-design-workshop-may-30th/
LOCATION:University of Southern Maine\, 88 Bedford St\, Portland\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:MO Event
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