The U.S. Infrastructure Development Conference is a two day forum for public sector leaders and industry partners focused on how major transportation, water, energy, and civic infrastructure projects move from planning through procurement, delivery, and long term operations.
Delivering infrastructure at scale today requires navigating capital constraints, owner capacity, and evolving delivery models. As projects grow in size and complexity, agencies are rethinking how they structure delivery, manage risk, and align funding with execution.
Through keynotes, panels, and case based discussions, participants examine how infrastructure programs across the United States are being financed, structured, and delivered in practice, from early planning and capital strategy through construction and operations. Sessions are grounded in real projects, offering practical insight into procurement strategy, delivery model selection, risk allocation, and the integration of public and private capital.
Drawing on perspectives from public agencies, developers, and industry partners, the program highlights what is working, where challenges remain, and what it takes to move projects from concept to execution in a more disciplined, transparent, and scalable way.
Featured Session
As the scale and complexity of modern infrastructure continue to outpace traditional procurement methods, many public owners are establishing dedicated Alternative Delivery Offices. This session explores the organizational blueprint required to effectively embed alternative delivery expertise within a public agency. Leaders from established DOT offices will share their experience building and evolving these specialized units—highlighting the internal culture shifts, staffing models, and legislative authority needed to advance major capital projects from concept through delivery.
The discussion will examine key lessons learned during the early stages, including how agencies approach risk allocation within these structures and maintain transparency and accountability to taxpayers. For DOTs and public owners with limited experience, this session offers a practical roadmap for institutionalizing alternative delivery. For private sector partners, it provides valuable insight into the internal decision-making processes, priorities, and long-term pipelines shaping the next generation of major infrastructure projects.
Confirmed Speakers
Bryan Kendro
National Innovative Program Advisory Leader
RS&HCarly Swanson
Chief Communications Officer
North Carolina Turnpike AuthorityRyan Mitchell
Deputy Secretary of Project Implementation
Illinois Department of TransportationMarshall Macomber
Chief of Innovative Finance and Delivery
Maryland Department of Transportation
Distinguished industry leaders will share ideas and insights for delivering projects.
Our sessions provide you with fresh perspectives and actionable insights to inform your project decision-making.
Peer-to-peer learning through real-life case studies and best practices to help owners maximize project success that meets the long term needs of its communities.
Hands-on sessions where attendees learn directly from their peers through collaborative and interactive sessions.
Informal gatherings to discuss and learn about a topic of mutual interest.
Public representatives from across the country come together at the conference to share their development visions and connect with future development partners.
Daily receptions and networking breaks bring you together with distinguished professionals from across the industry. Make connections that will help you set your sights on new horizons.
Featuring the latest technology and solutions, the exhibit hall provides valuable opportunities to explore new partnerships to further your agencies mission and conduct business with the exhibiting companies.
Recommended for most participants
Enhanced access and premium benefits
For Public Sector Only
For 501(c)(3) organizations only
