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Wednesday October 29, 2014 at 1:00 PM PDT-to-
Thursday October 30, 2014 at 12:00 PM PDT
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About CalAPA
The California Asphalt Pavement Association, founded in 1953, is a non-profit trade association representing the asphalt pavement industry in California. CalAPA members include asphalt producers, refiners, suppliers, paving contractors, equipment manufacturers, testing labs, consultants and others who make up the industry in California. Click HERE to learn more.
THANK YOU TO OUR EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS!
CalAPA conferences are only possible thanks to the generous support of our many exhibitors and sponsors. Click HERE to view a list of our 2014 Fall Conference Exhibitors. Click HERE to view a list of our 2014 Fall Conference Sponsors. To download an exhibitor form, click HERE. To download a sponsorship form, click HERE.IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Praise from previous CalAPA conference attendees:
"It was one day with a lot of information."
"Numerous opinions from a diverse field."
"Lots of practical info."
"The technical presentations on specific projects were great."
"Good, thorough topics."
"Good, thorough topics."
"Real-life, job-specific examples."
"Very relevant."
"Great networking."
"Great networking."
"Various perspectives, fast-paced, nice facility, good speakers. A great, timely event. Thank you!"
"Facilitated very well -- stayed on time."
"Informative, helpful, good info."
Fall Asphalt Pavement Conference & EQUIPMENT EXPO Sacramento
Now two days! From 1 p.m. Oct. 29 to noon Oct. 30, 2014
(Includes gala reception Oct. 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
(ON-LINE REGISTRATION CLOSED! CALL CALAPA WITH REGISTRAITON QUESTIONS)
It's one event packed with information. Hear from top policy-makers and respected experts from across the country on topics that will directly impact your business or your agency now and in the future. This conference is your most efficient and economical way to stay current in an ever-changing industry . What you don't know can cost you!
What will be covered? Best practices in Hot Mix Asphalt design; specifications; testing; paving; future 
trends; research projects and the status of evaluations. You'll also benefit from in-depth presentations about quiet pavements, asphalt binders, changes to Caltrans Section 39 asphalt pavement specifications and the move toward "Superpave." Comprehensive updates on legislation and future funding for road construction and maintenance also will be covered. Click HERE to view a detailed conference agenda. Click HERE to read the biographies of the speakers.
trends; research projects and the status of evaluations. You'll also benefit from in-depth presentations about quiet pavements, asphalt binders, changes to Caltrans Section 39 asphalt pavement specifications and the move toward "Superpave." Comprehensive updates on legislation and future funding for road construction and maintenance also will be covered. Click HERE to view a detailed conference agenda. Click HERE to read the biographies of the speakers.Who should attend? Paving contractors, asphalt producers, suppliers, refiners, estimators, engineers, inspectors, consultants, public works representatives and anyone with an interest in asphalt or road construction. It's also a networking bonanza! Click HERE to view a list of our sponsors from last year.
What's new? Based on feedback from previous events, the Fall Asphalt Pavement Conference is now spread over two half-days and will include a gala reception. A trade show floor will feature booths by various companies that offer products and services to the industry. Also new this year is an outdoor Equipment Expo where you'll get to see the latest in asphalt paving technology and related equipment up close.
Who's on the agenda? Our featured speakers include Howard Marks, Ph.D., of the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA), who will discuss health, safety and regulatory issues that may impact the asphalt pavement industry. A special "Policy 360" panel discussion will be moderated by Transportation California Executive Director Will Kempton and feature key experts in politics, transportation policy and funding. Technical presentations will cover "Superpave," new test methods, quiet pavements and pavement maintenance. A special industry-agency presentation on partnering will be led by Caltrans Construction Chief Mark Leja (pictured above). A timed agenda of speakers and topics can be found HERE..How much does it cost? CalAPA conferences reman one of the great bargains in the industry! Registration for CalAPA members and public agency representatives is just $129 per person, and non-members are just $149, if on-line registration is completed by Oct. 15. The registration fee includes refreshments and light snacks on Wednesday, free admission to our gala reception Wednesday evening (RSVP required), and breakfast on Thursday morning. There is also free access to the trade show floor and outside equipment displays both days. There is ample free parking (with validation) for conference attendees.
What about sponsorships? There are several sponsorship opportunities, including a limited number of trade show booths and space for outside equipment displays. The choice spots go fast to early reservation is strongly recommended. There is no better way to directly target decision-makers and decisi
on- influencers in the construction industry as well as public agency personnel. To download an exhibitor form, click HERE. To download a sponsorship form, click HERE. Contact Sophie You at CalAPA for details at (916) 791-5044.
What about lodging? There are a limited number of rooms reserved at the Doubletree Hotel at a special discounted rate of $109 for those attending the asphalt pavement conference. Contact the Doubletree directly at (800) 686-3775 for details and to make your reservations, or click HERE to view the Doubletree's special on-line registration page for conference attendees. Guests must identify themselves as part of the "California Asphalt Pavement Association" function to be eligible for the conference rate. The rooms are available on a first-come, first served basis, so early reservations are strongly recommended. The special conference room rate will not be available after Oct. 14.
California Transportation Commission member Carl Guardino, who is also president and chief executive officer of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, addressed a previous CalAPA asphalt pavement conference.