Thank You for Making the 2026 Annual Convention & Legislative Summit a Success
Together, we sparked conversations, shared ideas, and built momentum that will continue long after the event — strengthening connections, inspiring innovation, and advancing the future of our industry together.
Big Moments. Bold Ideas. Unforgettable Connections.
Relive the excitement of each day with highlight recaps and sizzle reels capturing the conversations, innovation, and energy that made this year’s convention one to remember. If you missed any featured speakers, you can find updates on the ACEC Last Word blog, listen to newly released Engineering Influence Podcast episodes, and follow ACEC on X and LinkedIn.
Leading Voices. Defining Conversations.
These General Session speakers brought perspective from history, national policy, and the halls of Congress—at a defining moment for the industry—while also touching on critical business challenges, including the evolving landscape of healthcare for firm leaders.
Jon Meacham
Pulitzer Prize-Winning
Presidential Historian
Sean McMaster
FHWA Administrator
Peter DeFazio (D-OR)
Former Chairman, Transportation &
Infrastructure Committee
Bill Shuster (R-PA)
Former Chairman, Transportation &
Infrastructure Committee
Jonathan Martin
Senior Political Columnist
POLITICO
Mark Van Elden
President & CEO
ACEC Life/Health Trust
Brian E. Hill, MD
Co-Founder & CEO
HIPnation
Carl Wockner
International Recording
Artist & Entertainer
Education Sessions & Presentation Materials
Continue the learning from the 2026 Annual Convention & Legislative Summit by exploring our education sessions, now updated with presentation slide decks from participating speakers. Revisit key insights, innovative ideas, and expert perspectives shared throughout the event.
To access available presentation materials, visit the education session page within the full schedule and click the “View Presentation” button for participating sessions.
Get Credit for Your Time: Claim Your PDHs
Whether you attended technical presentations, leadership discussions, or industry-focused workshops, we encourage you to submit your completed PDH request form to receive credit for your participation.
To request your PDH certificate, please complete and return the form to lmakonnen@acec.org. Once processed, your certificate will be emailed directly to you for your records and continuing education documentation.
