PDCA 25th
annual conference & Expo
february 4-6, 2025
The Pile Driving Contractors Association (PDCA) is pleased to announce the 25th Annual Conference & Expo scheduled for February 4-6, 2025, at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort in San Antonio, TX.
The conference will consist of multiple sessions with a focus on technical information, personal and professional development, a sustainability presentation, and projects showcasing the driven pile. Presentations will range from stand-alone sessions to elective, concurrent sessions. Attendees will learn the advantages of using driven piles as a foundation element for various types of projects as well as current industry updates.
There are multiple ways to participate in the PDCA 25th Annual Conference & Expo which include attendee, exhibitor, and/or sponsor. During the registration process, you will be able to indicate the opportunities that fit you and your company's needs.
Attendees
The conference is designed for contractors, engineers, manufacturers, suppliers and other firms or individuals who conduct business, support, or are associated with the deep foundations, earth retention and/or the driven pile industry. Licensed P.E.'s will earn Professional Development Hours (PDH) after attending this conference, and all attendees will receive a "Certificate of Completion".Your conference attendee registration fee includes the listed breakfasts, breaks, lunch, and receptions on the schedule, as well as conference materials, session presentations, access to the exhibit hall, and up to 5.0 professional development hours (PDH).
Member Registration Options & Fees
Attendee: $1,350
Government: $500
Student: $300
Government: $500
Student: $300
Non-Member Registration Options & Fees
Attendee: $2,025
** An early bird registration discount of $200 is available for member & non-member attendees until November 15, 2024. **
ATTENDEE REGISTRATION
ATTENDEE REGISTRATION
Conference Agenda - Click Here
Pile Driving Contractors Association
25th Annual International Conference & Expo
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
7:30 AM - 1:30 PM 12th Annual PDCA Golf Tournament (includes breakfast)
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Registration Opens
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM PDCA Standing Committee Meetings
- Education Committee
- Communications Committee
- Safety & Environmental Committee
- Technical Committee
- Membership Committee
- Chapters Committee
- Steel Sheet Pile Committee
- Associate Member Council Committee
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Annual Conference Opening Reception - Western Theme!
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Registration Is Open
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast & Opening Ceremony / Conference Welcome
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Opening Keynote: Five Principles of Elite Performance
LT Jason Redman, Retired Navy Seal
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Ceremony & Ribbon Cutting
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Elective Breakout Sessions
Freesia:
Building Bridges The Power of Networking in Business
Kena Yoke, Vice President, Island Piling
Goldenrod:
Can Driven Pile Drive Sustainability? Only with your help!
Chris Nelsen, Senior Project Engineer, Delve Underground
Iris:
Advancement in Concrete Cutting & Removal
Ronnie Wills & Belin Wills, Aggregate Technologies
Advancements in Hydraulic Hammer Technology and Pile Driving Data Recording
Dave Brown, Dawson Construction Plant
Automatic Drive Log Saximeter-Q
Wayne Dalton, Pile Dynamics, Inc.
Enhanced Versatility with Side Grip Pile Driving
Heidi Danbrook, Gilbert Products
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM Importance of Measuring Structural Response as a Result of Pile Driving Vibrations: Case Study
Dr. Cathy Martin, President, Aimone Martin Associates
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch w/ Exhibitors
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM Pile Driving and Coastal Storm Risk Management Projects
COL George H. Walter, Commander and Division Engineer of the Southwestern Division (SWD), U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM Break
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM Elective Breakout Sessions
Freesia: **repeat of morning electives
Building Bridges The Power of Networking in Business
Kena Yoke, Vice President, Island Piling
Goldenrod: **repeat of morning electives
Can Driven Pile Drive Sustainability? Only with your help!
Chris Nelsen, Senior Project Engineer, Delve Underground
Iris:
Installation of Interlocked Pipe Pile Walls in Low Headroom with Press-in Piling
Takefumi Takuma, Giken America
Remote Testing Capabilities with SiteLink Technology
Brandon Phetteplace, GRL Engineers, Inc.
Case Studies on Trench Screening during Vibratory Pile Driving
Rick Sadler, International Construction Equipment, Inc.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Cocktail Reception in Exhibit Hall
Thursday, February 6, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Breakfast & Coffee in Exhibit Hall
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM Morning Announcements & Association Updates
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM State of the Driven Pile Industry: Past, Present, & Future Panel Discussion
Buck Darling, Herbert F. Darling, Inc.; Brian Heck, Richard Goettle, Inc.; Silas Nichols, FHWA; Rusty Signor & Clayton Signor, Texas Pile, LLC
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Project of the Year & Association Awards Brunch
Hotel Information
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort
23808 Resort Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78261
PDCA will hold the conference at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Hotel and a discounted lodging rate of $319/night is available for all attendees of the conference. The discounted rate is available until Monday, January 13, 2025, or until the block is full, whichever comes first.
Attendees are responsible for making their own reservations. PDCA does not use a housing or room reservation service for its events. Make your hotel reservation online by visiting the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Hotel online link:
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cancellation policy
A full refund will be issued for attendee & exhibitor cancellations received by November 15, 2024. Refunds in the amount of 50% will be issued for attendee & exhibitor cancellations received between November 16 and December 16, 2024. No refunds will be issued after this date; however, attendees may transfer their registration to another individual.
Sponsorships are non-refundable.
Should you need to cancel your registration, please contact the Pile Driving Contractors Association by phone at 904-215-4771 or by email at events@piledrivers.org.
EXHIBITORS
Exhibitor Benefits: This annual member event provides you the opportunity to promote your business as a professional in the driven pile industry. Your company will be part of a unique and professional setting designed for networking and socializing, fostering and developing new client relationships, and most importantly, exposing your company's products, services, tools and techniques to contractors, engineers, and attendees new to the driven pile industry. There is no better way to make an impact than to establish your professional presence in the PDCA Exhibit Hall, which will host all food and beverage functions including breakfast, lunch, reception, and breaks.New Exhibit Pricing Structure - Please Read
Exhibitor booth fees include the exhibit space complete with pipe & drape backing, a six-foot skirted table, two chairs, and a trashcan. Registration for all exhibit staff will be separate from the exhibit booth fees. Exhibit staff registration fees include full conference access, including attendance at the Opening Reception, the Opening Keynote Presentation, lunch with exhibitors, and the Project of the Year & Association Awards Brunch.
Booth Size Options
- 8' x 30' - 1 Available (108) SOLD OUT
- 10' x 16' - 2 Available (109, 301)
- 8' x 16' - 4 Available (100, 104, 409, 413)
- 8' x 10' - 32 Available SOLD OUT
- 3' x 6' Tabletop - 4 Available (401, 403, 405, 407)
Member Exhibit Options & Fees
- 8x30 Booth: $3,500
- 10x16 Booth: $2,500
- 8x16 Booth: $2,200
- 8x10 Booth: $1,800
- 6' Tabletop Display: $1,200
- Exhibit Staff Registration: $750 each
Non- member exhibit Options & Fees
- 8x30 Booth: $5,250
- 10x16 Booth: $3,750
- 8x16 Booth: $3,300
- 8x10 Booth: $2,700
- 6' Tabletop Display: $1,800
- Exhibit Staff Registration: $1,125 each
STEP ONE
Click the button below to select your company's preferred booth location within the Exhibit Hall. If you are interested in Sponsorship options as well, select "Sponsorships" from the menu on the left side of the page, and select PDCA Annual Conference as the category.
STEP TWO
Click the button below to register the Exhibit Booth Staff for the conference. Staff can register to participate in the 12th Annual Golf Tournament, as well as attend all conference presentations, receptions, breakfasts, lunches, and breaks.
sponsors
Sponsor Benefits: Companies will have a variety of individual and shared sponsorship opportunities at the conference and PDCA will continue the tradition of featuring sponsors in a highly visible, consistent, and professional manner through continuous onsite visibility of their company name and logo.All Sponsorships are (1) quantity unless otherwise noted and available on a first come, first served basis.
Sponsor Options & Fees
Golf Tournament Sponsorship: $6,000 (Max of 3)
Premium placement of logo on conference signage including Exhibit Hall Entrance Unit; Golf goodie bag promotional item (provided by sponsor); Full page advertisement in Conference program; Hyperlink included on the PDCA website.Golf Tournament Sponsorship package includes all items below as a multi-branded, co-sponsored opportunity.
- Annual Golf Tournament: Whether you golf or not, here's your chance to highlight your company at the PDCA 12th Annual Golf Tournament and breakfast. This includes all sponsor logos, co-branded with PDCA, on signage and marketing.
- Annual Golf Tournament "Beverage Cart": Cheers to you and enjoy a round of golf! Your company logo will be front and center as tournament participants enjoy a beverage while playing championship golf on Tuesday morning at JW Marriott Golf Course.
- One Foursome Team: Enjoy a round of golf and networking during the tournament.
Diamond Sponsorships: $5,000 each
Premium placement of logo on conference signage including Exhibit Hall Entrance Unit; Conference bag promotional item (provided by sponsor); Half page advertisement in Conference program; Logo hyperlinked on PDCA website.
- Opening Reception (Tuesday Evening) (Max of 2) ONLY 1 REMAINING: Host the Annual Conference kickoff outdoor reception at the Event Lawn and enjoy the social setting and lively conversations with your peers and prospects; if you are inclined, you are welcome to provide logo napkins and other appropriate promotional material. This two-hour reception will feature entertainment, hosted bars, hors d'oeuvres, and plenty of networking.
- Keynote Presentation (Wednesday Morning) (Max of 2) ONLY 1 REMAINING: This sponsorship supports the keynote presentation designed to empower and motivate the Pile Driving Industry. Retired Navy Seal, Jason Redman, will present, Five Principles of Elite Performance. Prepare to be inspired with a keynote presentation crafted for teams, organizations, and leaders at all levels looking to drive change, resilience, and top-tier performance. This session offers actionable insights for organizations striving to gain momentum and overcome challenges effectively. In addition to the indicated sponsor benefits, sponsors will have the option to submit a 30 second promo video to be played before the assembly.
- Hotel Room Keycards SOLD: Make a statement, be seen, and connect all day, every day, directly with each attendee. Hotel room keycards will be co-branded with the PDCA Annual Conference Logo.
Gold Sponsorships: $4,000
Placement of logo on conference signage including Exhibit Hall Entrance Unit; Half page advertisement in Conference program.
- Annual Cocktail Reception (Wednesday Evening) (Max of 2) ONLY 1 REMAINING: Sponsor a two-hour reception with hosted bars, hors d'oeuvres and your company logo in the spotlight. Branded napkins and other promotional material may be provided by you.
- Food & Beverage Sponsor (Max of 3) ONLY 2 REMAINING: Be front and center as the attendee's fuel up, unwind, and interact during breakfast and breaks in the Exhibit Hall. Sponsors' logos will be co-branded on beverage sleeves, napkins, and event signage with the PDCA Conference logo.
- Project of the Year Awards Brunch (Thursday Morning) SOLD: One of the most highly anticipated events at PDCA, this awards program recognizes those companies who have demonstrated pile driving excellence. Sponsorship includes company recognition in POY advertising and Piledriver magazine, logo feature in the POY video and participation in the POY awards presentation during the awards brunch.
Silver Sponsorships: $3,000
Placement of logo on conference signage including Exhibit Hall Entrance Unit, Quarter page advertisement in Conference program.
- Registration Refreshments: SOLD Let your company name be among the first seen by conference attendees, as they collect their registration materials onsite. Refreshments will be offered during Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning registration openings. Sponsorship includes signage, materials display or branded napkins (provided by you) and welcome drink options.
- Specialty Cocktail at Receptions (Max of 4): ONLY 3 REMAINING This is sure to be one of our most sought-after sponsorship items at both the Opening and Cocktail Receptions! Sponsorship includes a specialty cocktail drink (branded napkins may be provided by you) during the Opening Reception or the Cocktail Reception - max of 2 specialty cocktails per reception.
- 12th Annual Golf Tournament Pullover: SOLD Whether you golf or not, here's your chance to highlight your company at the PDCA 12th Annual Golf Tournament. Mornings can be brisk in February, keep the golfers warm with a custom pullover. Co-branded sponsor opportunity with PDCA; logos will be embroidered on the pullovers with sponsor on the sleeve and PDCA on the chest.
- Name Badge Lanyards: SOLD Make a statement, be seen, and connect all day every day, directly with each attendee. Attendee name badges will be co-branded with the PDCA Annual Conference Logo.
Bronze Sponsorships: $2,000
Placement of logo on conference signage including Exhibit Hall Entrance Unit.
- Beverage Koozie SOLD: Help keep your peers drinks insulated during their stay in sunny San Antonio! Be the exclusive sponsor of the PDCA 2025 Annual Conference beverage koozie. This highly visible sponsorship will ensure your brand gets in the hands of each attendee. The koozie will be placed in the conference bag and provided to each attendee. Extras will be placed near the bars during the Opening Reception and Cocktail Reception.
- Branded Sleep / Relaxation Kit: Ensure attendees get a peaceful and relaxing night's sleep to be rested and ready to go each day! Each kit will be given to attendees as they check into the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort.
Sterling Sponsorships: $1,000
Placement of logo on conference signage including Exhibit Hall Entrance Unit.
- Dedicated Session Sponsor (Max of 3) SOLD: Support the PDCA 2025 Annual Conference with session sponsorship. Sponsor logo will feature on the introductory slide, as well as in-room signage during the presentation.
- Elective Sessions Sponsor (Max of 4): Only 3 REMAINING Support the PDCA 2025 Annual Conference with session sponsorship. Sponsor logo will feature on the introductory slide, as well as in-room signage during the presentation.
- Selfie Station Sponsor (Max of 3): Only 2 REMAINING PDCA will have a designated "Selfie Station" in the exhibit hall with conference themed backdrop and fun props. Sponsors will be able to provide 2 company themed props for attendee use. Props can be handheld signs, donated models of equipment, or costumes.
Thank you to our Sponsors for their support of the
PDCA 25th Annual Conference & Expo!
diamond Sponsors
Opening Keynote Presentation
Opening Reception
Hotel Keycard
Gold Sponsors
Annual Cocktail Reception
Food & Beverage Sponsor
Project of the Years Awards Brunch
Silver Sponsors
Name Badge Lanyards
12th Annual Golf Pullover
Registration Refreshments
Specialty Cocktail @ Cocktail Reception
Bronze Sponsors
Conference Beverage Koozie
Sterling Sponsors
Dedicated Session
Dedicated Session
Elective Session & Selfie Station
Dedicated Session
