Conexpo 2026: Education for Fleet Managers
Tuesday, March 3
9:30 a.m.
Fuel Management Systems for Off-Road Vehicles
Speaker: Darren Zink
Description: Discuss fuel management from an operations perspective and how to incorporate a system into daily usage to not only secure fuel as an asset but track usage and incorporate this data into the back office accounting system.
New Technology in Site Preparation
Speakers: Grayson Edwards, Stephen Moyna
Description: This session will highlight site preparation projects that incorporate tractors and side dump trailers versus traditionally used scrapers and haul trucks.
Information on Conexpo 2026 registration.
Eyes on Safety: Enhancing Mobile Equipment with Camera Technology
Speakers: Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA), Colton Rhew
Description: Understand the basics of camera technology (inward-facing, outward-facing, dashcams, etc.), and their practical uses in fleets.
Aggregate Plant Processing 101
Speaker: Jarod Lentz, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Description: Dive into the world of aggregate processing plants, exploring best practices for boosting efficiency and maximizing production.
Safe Mobile Crane Operations in the Vicinity of Power Lines
Speakers: Stephanie Wood, Brandon Hitch, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA)
Description: An in-depth overview of the key risks associated with crane operations in proximity to power lines, electric and electromagnetic fields, elimination of the hazard, substitution to mitigate the hazards, and engineering and administrative controls.
10:45 a.m.
Heavy Equipment Performance KPI’s Every Executive Should Know
Speaker: Rich King, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA)
Description: Gain insights into using the Heavy Equipment Comparator KPIs to benchmark and improve your fleet’s performance.
How to Use Drones in Your Earthmoving Business - Practical Applications
Speaker: Zach Pieper, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA)
Description: We’ll cover topics such as drone types, applications, flight planning, basic FAA requirements, data processing and the information that can be derived from drone data.
Pulse Check on the Equipment Market
Speaker: Eddie Aldrich, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP)
Description: Rouse will cover the current state of used equipment values at category and subcategory level for the most commonly sold machines in the U.S.
Smarter Quarries: AI Solutions Powering the Future of Aggregates
Speakers: Jeffery Van Grootel, James Kenney, Ranjeev Teelock, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), American Cement Association (ACA), National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA), National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA)
Description: Panelists will share real-world applications and case studies that demonstrate where AI is delivering measurable results—and where it still faces challenges.
Boosting Compaction Performance: Techniques, Technology & a 1% Advantage Asphalt
Speaker: Brad Belvin
Description: Learn about the key factors that influence in-place density and smoothness, including strategic rolling patterns, the effects of vibration versus oscillation, and the role of temperature and timing.
1:00 p.m.
Drilling & Blasting Fundamentals
Speakers: Jake Cefalo, Mike Kotraba, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Description: This course will walk you through the very basic principles of drilling and blasting and is intended to help you grasp what is going on as a blast pattern is being drilled, loaded, and fired.
Building Tomorrow: How Digital Advancements are Shaping the Construction Industry
Speaker: Garrett Maurer
Description: Bobcat experts will examine the transformative impact of digital technologies such as telematics, sensors and the digital ecosystems that tie these technologies to the equipment performance and customer outcomes.
Building an AI-Ready Team in Equipment Management and Maintenance
Speaker: Bruce Rasa, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP)
Description: Experience the transformative potential of AI in construction management through highly interactive exercises built around real field scenarios and common industry challenges.
2:00 p.m.
Designing Autonomy Around People: The Future of Remote Mining and Quarry Operations
Speakers: Chuck Stilson, Ron Hankins
Description: This session explores how Luck Stone and Epiroc are advancing a new model of human–machine collaboration through the real-world deployment of autonomous drilling systems.
2:30 p.m.
From Debris to Dollars: Crushing Startup Secrets Every Contractor Should Know
Speakers: Ron Garofalo, Nick Hooper, John Griesham, Josh Nobles
Description: Join this contractor-led panel as we break down the essentials of launching your crushing operation the right way.
In the Trenches, An Operator’s Perspective on Trench Safety
Speakers: Zach Taylor, Alex Parker, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA), Gary Lee James, Ashley Piccirilli
Description: This session brings together safety experts, survivors, and industry leaders for a powerful and practical discussion on the critical importance of trench safety.
Preparing for Roadside Enforcement of Mobile Crane and Other Special Equipment
Speaker: Chris Smith, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA)
Description: This session offers a comprehensive look at current and emerging roadside enforcement trends, with a focus on navigating the patchwork of permitting requirements, inconsistent state-level enforcement practices, and the growing emphasis on vehicle weight compliance.
Embracing Mixed Fleet: OEMs and Tech Providers Coming Together
Speakers: John Somers, Tom Buhr, Troy Rigby, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), Michael Burton
Description: This session will discuss the challenges and opportunities afforded by addressing the difficulty of navigating between proprietary ecosystems, which is preventing project owners and contractors from maximizing the value of their investments in various tools and systems.
Wednesday, March 4
9:30 a.m.
Decarbonization and Carbon Reporting Playbook
Speaker: Myrrh Caplan
Description: This session will provide an overview of the American General Contractor’s recently published Decarbonization and Carbon Reporting Playbook.
Reducing Common CMV Over-the-Road Accidents Through Training
Speaker: Jeffrey Hammons, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA)
Description: This session focuses on identifying the most common causes of CMV accidents on the road, including driver fatigue, distracted driving, improper following distance, and inadequate vehicle inspections.
Dumping the Dump Bed: ADTs That Do More
Speaker: Shaun Eidse, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA)
Description: Each year, more than 4,000 new articulating dump trucks (ADTs) are sold globally, yet most are primarily used for basic dumping tasks. By rethinking the potential of these machines, contractors can maximize utilization, extending their lifespan and cutting maintenance costs.
Conveyors 101
Speaker: Lee Williams, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Description: Our conveyors 101 presentation is a brief overview of fundamental training and basic theory and principles To maintaining and ensuring a properly performing conveyor.
A Roadmap to Reducing Utility Dig-Ins
Speaker: Sarah Magruder Lyle, CGA Member Excavator, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA)
Description: This panel presentation will provide the framework for successful damage prevention programs presented by utility contractors that are accredited by CGA’s Damage Prevention Institute.
10:45 a.m.
The Value of a High Performing Equipment Manager
Speakers: Rachel Connor, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), Mason Ford
Description: In a highly competitive market, the organizations that invest more authority in their equipment management teams will have the competitive advantage.
Smarter Paving: Real-World Lessons in Intelligent Compaction and Emerging Technologies
Speakers: Bryce Wuori, Foster Ladlee
Description: Unlock the full potential of asphalt paving by learning from experts on the leading edge of compaction and paving technology.
Do You Know What You’re Doing? Understanding and Complying With Telehandler and Forklift Regulatory Requirements
Speaker: David Brown, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA)
Description: This session will discuss the regulations that govern the operation of both telehandler and forklift equipment with an emphasis on training and certification.
Turning Your Excavator into the Ultimate Multipurpose Machine
Speakers: Joe Miklos, Chris Groll, Mark Stegall, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA)
Description: In this session, we will discuss how the marriage of heavy iron, precision GPS technology, and tilt-rotation solutions have turned the bucket and stick of an excavator into a generator of masterpiece landscapes.
Crushing 101
Speaker: Mark Krause, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Description: This session offers a comprehensive introduction to primary and secondary crushers, guiding you through the key types available and the pros and cons of each.
11:00 a.m.
The Next Era of Earthmoving: How Robotic Intelligence is Transforming Construction Productivity
Speaker: Ryan Luke Johns
Description: Gravis Robotics CEO Ryan Luke Johns explores how augmentation and autonomy are reshaping earthmoving—from safety and productivity gains to the emergence of multi-machine orchestration.
1:00 p.m.
Crane Inspection: What You Need to Know About Updates to B 30.5
Speaker: Ray Feidt, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA)
Description: Learn about the latest changes to the ASME B 30.5 requirements and how to be compliant as well as safe.
The Missing Link: Charging Infrastructure and BEV Adoption at the Edge of the Grid
Speaker: Preston Moore
Description: Join Preston Moore, Long Range Product Planner—Batteries and Charging Solutions at John Deere, for a forward-looking exploration of how to power your remote operations.
Moving Mountains: How Advanced Technology is Powering 25 Million Cubic Yards of Earthworks for South Carolina’s New EV Plant
Speakers: Mike Marshall, Lamar Hester, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA)
Description: This session will feature the technology being used to make way for nine million square feet of building space, two roadways and four ponds with dams to be constructed on the site.
Buy the Use, Not the Iron: Equipment as a Service
Speaker: David Nus, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP)
Description: In this session, we’ll dive into the innovative concept of Equipment as a Service (EaaS) and explore how it could reshape mobile fleet management in any industry.
Conveyor Walkdowns - Identifying Issues and Implementing Solutions
Speaker: Joe Gibson, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Description: In this session, we’ll begin at the tail and progress to the head pulley, examining potential issues that could impact your conveyors’ performance, potentially leading to downtime, increased maintenance costs, or safety concerns.
2:00 p.m.
Beyond the Truck: Differentiating with Services & Solutions
Speakers: Stephen Roy, Jonathan Randall, Nicole Portello
Description: Join us for a deep dive into how innovative services and integrated solutions are redefining the trucking industry.
2:30 p.m.
Smooth Operations: Essential Plant Operations for Quality Mix Production
Speaker: TJ Young, National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA)
Description: This session will cover the essential elements of asphalt plant operations that directly impact mix performance and project success.
Eyes in the Sky, On-Demand: Drone Docks Built for Dirt, Deadlines, and Data
Speaker: Nino Efendic
Description: Discover how autonomous drone docks are transforming job site operations with real-time aerial intelligence, 24/7 monitoring, and zero pilot overhead.
Specifications - Getting the Right Tool
Speaker: Douglas King, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP)
Description: This session will give an overview of equipment specification and point the buyer to industry best practices.
State of the Construction Equipment Economy
Speaker: Jordanne Waldschmidt
Description: Gain a greater understanding of how macro trends in the construction industry impact equipment buying and selling decisions.
Reducing Work Injury Claims and Recovery Time With Near-Site Care & First Aid Programs
Speakers: Amanda Kurt, Scott Law, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA)
Description: Learn how implementing a comprehensive workforce safety solution including near-site medical support, and effective first aid programs helped reduce our EMR is one year.
Roller-Compacted Concrete for Use in Pavements and Dam Construction
Speakers: Joshua Gilman, American Cement Association (ACA), National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA), Greg Halsted
Description: This presentation discusses the applications and benefits of RCC, and the latest trends in the process for proper materials selection and preparation of mixture designs, construction practices, placement methods, field testing and inspection necessary to ensure quality projects.
Connected Machines: Precision GPS Solutions for Every Machine on the Job Sit
Speaker: Ron Schwieters
Description: This session on connected machines focuses on the latest state of precision GPS offerings in the earthmoving construction segment.
Thursday, March 5
9:30 a.m.
How Oil Analysis and Fluid Filtering Combine to Extend Component Life
Speakers: Douglas King, Ken Hill, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP)
The Essential Role of a Lift Director and the Responsibilities of Everyone Working With Cranes on a Job Site
Speaker: Derek Sather, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA)
Description: OSHA requires qualified Lift Directors on site. Attend this session to learn the details.
Optimizing Crusher Efficiency: Best Practices for Operational Excellence
Speaker: Daniel Miles, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Description: This session offers a comprehensive look at optimizing crusher efficiency across jaw crushers, horizontal shaft impactors, and cone crushers.
Boosting Efficiency and Sustainability in Asphalt Plant Operations
Speaker: Greg Renegar, National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA)
Description: Explore how advanced technologies are driving both operational efficiency and environmental responsibility in asphalt plant operations. ty.
10:00 a.m.
Smart Machines are Reshaping Construction
Speaker: Dave Kranzel
Description: Learn how new technology capabilities, powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), are helping AWS customers build more efficient, resilient, and safer job sites.
10:45 a.m.
The Value of Proactive Telematics Monitoring
Speaker: Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), Madison Whitfield
Description: In this session, we’ll explore how telematics systems have evolved in recent years and discuss how advanced systems with proactive machine monitoring help customers.
Why Rental is Essential to Your Equipment Fleet Portfolio
Speaker: Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), Tom Doyle
Description: This conversation will focus on the structural change we are experiencing as an industry, resulting in a thriving and more resilient future for rental. Topics will include the ongoing shift from ownership to rental, changes in customer behavior, expansion of diversified addressable markets and how sustainability is a tailwind for rental.
Screen Smarter: Practical Strategies for Peak Performance
Speakers: Alex Caruana, Duncan High, Ian Edwards, Ryan Senter, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Description: This panel brings together industry experts to share insights into what makes a screening system truly effective.
Yes! Machine Control is for Compact Equipment and Small Businesses, Too!
Speakers: Mark Jones, Alexa Robles-Kang, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA)
Description: Achieve more with fewer machines, improve quality and production, and open your business to new opportunities.
Rigging Fundamentals -Below the Hook Lifting
Speaker: Timothy Klein, Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA)
Description: This session will provide an understanding of rigging fundamentals, load assessment, and sling inspection.
1:00 p.m.
Smart MEWP Selection: The Accessories that Take Safety Further
Speaker: Tony Groat, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA)
Description: From essential fall protection to advanced MEWP accessories that boost efficiency and mitigate risk, this session explores the tools that help your teams perform safely and effectively at height.
Advanced Maintenance Technology: Preventing Failures Before They Happen
Speaker: Rocco Marrari, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP)
Description: This session explores how advanced maintenance technologies like telematics, machine health monitoring, and diagnostic data, are helping fleet managers shift from reactive repairs to proactive planning.
Building for Tomorrow: Mastering Maintenance Planning and Work Order Management for Peak Performance
Speaker: Robby Smith, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP)
Description: This interactive workshop will demonstrate how effective maintenance planning and scheduling can boost organizational performance.
Best Practices for Residential and Commercial Paving
Speaker: Brian Hall, National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA)
Description: This session will help you help your customer be successful with asphalt paving projects.
2:30 p.m.
The Basics of Screening
Speaker: Ryan Senter, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Description: This course is an invaluable resource for those looking to optimize screening performance and boost their operation’s efficiency.
From Downtime to Uptime: Fixing the Broken Service Process in Construction Fleets
Speaker: John Dowling, Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) Description: We will discuss the methodology and philosophy behind Service by the Boxes. The basis of its success is having a documented process that allows accountability and identifies bottlenecks in the service process.
Planning Load Handling Activities: ASME P30.1 and its Practical Application
Speaker: Kevin O’Neill, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA), Mathieu Chaudanson
Description: This informative presentation and workshop helps industry participants gain a clear understanding of the value of formalized risk assessment, job planning, and lift plan development.