AACE Annual Conference 2024

Join us in Las Vegas at the iconic MGM Grand for AACE’s 70th Anniversary Conference & Expo—a milestone event you won’t want to miss! This premier global gathering brings together the top minds in cost and project controls—from seasoned experts to rising professionals. Our educational sessions are peer-reviewed for quality and relevance, ensuring you walk away with insights you can trust and apply.

Who’s Speaking at The AACE Conference & Expo 2026?

The conference features distinguished keynote speakers who promise to deliver impactful presentations that inspire, inform, and empower attendees to excel in their projects and careers.  Kathy Parry, an expert in resilience and energy management, will deliver a keynote on developing resilient behaviors. Plus, a distinguished panel featuring Dr. Nakisa Alborz, Larry R. Dysert, Dave Kyle, and H. Lance Stephenson will discuss the importance of early communication in project success. The conference also offers many sessions on various topics. Additionally, Contruent’s very own experts will also be speaking and attending panelist sessions, contributing their insights and expertise to enrich the conference experience.

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Our Speakers

The Wild Ride: Lessons Learned in Driving Technology Innovation in Project Controls

Discover how to drive transformative change in your organization through cutting-edge technology adoption. Learn about common pitfalls, foster a proactive mindset, and gain insights from 16 years of construction technology expertise.

The Future of Technology and AI in Construction Project Controls

Adopting technology is crucial to advancing the construction industry and successfully delivering mega-projects. How can organizations adopt current technology to enhance their bottom line and leverage emerging technologies to benefit their projects, customers, and businesses?

Rich Humphrey, Chief Product Officer, and Dathan Beasley, Director of Projects at Turner & Townsend, will explore today’s state of construction technology. They will delve into topics such as digital workflows, supply chain collaboration, and data visualization. Additionally, they will discuss the delays in technology adoption to date and propose strategies to overcome these challenges in both business and project environments.