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Building a strong professional network is essential in advancing your business and your career. With approximately 1400 in attendance, the ACI Spring 2012 Convention is an excellent place to connect with other concrete professionals during any of the networking events offered. In addition to scheduled events, the exhibit area is a great place to hold informal meetings and get to know the exhibitors.

Network before the convention on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

Sunday, March 18

Convention #1 Breakfast
$.00
8:00 AM-9:00 AM
First-time convention attendees are invited to join Kari Yuers, Chair of the ACI Convention Committee, for a continental breakfast and a brief session to orient you to the week ahead. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet other convention attendees and learn about what an ACI Convention has to offer.

Sunday, March 18

Opening Reception
$.00
7:00 PM-8:00 PM
After the Opening Session, meet your colleagues and friends for a beverage from the cash bar and light refreshments in the exhibit area. This is an opportunity to expand your network and learn more about the products and services offered by the exhibitors.

Sunday, March 18

Student and Young Professional Networking Event
$.00
9:00 PM-10:30 PM
The ACI Collegiate Concrete Council and ACI Student and Young Professional Activities Committee invite all convention attendees to the Student and Young Professional Networking Event. Meet fellow students and young professionals while networking with ACI members in a fun and casual environment. Attendees to the event will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. In addition, food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Monday, March 19

ACI Career Fair for Students & Young Professionals
$.00
8:30 AM-10:30 AM
The all-new Career Fair for Students & Young Professionals
provides students with an excellent opportunity to network with
potential employers. Interested students and young professionals
are required to register for this event prior to the convention
using the convention registration form. Preregistered attendees
are also required to upload resumes to the ACI Career Center
prior to the event and bring hard copies to the event on Monday,
March 19.

Monday, March 19

Women in ACI Reception
$.00
6:00 PM-7:00 PM
All registered convention attendees are invited to attend the Women in ACI Reception. This long-standing ACI tradition is a great opportunity to get to know other women in the concrete industry. A cash bar and light hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Tuesday, March 20

Faculty Network Reception
$.00
5:30 PM-6:30 PM
Faculty members and students are invited to attend this informal reception. During this time you will have an opportunity to exchange ideas and network. Light hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar will be available.

Tuesday, March 20

Concrete Mixer at Gilleys
$.00
6:00 PM-10:00 PM
Dust off your cowboy boots and pack your western wear! Join other ACI convention attendees at the world-renowned "Gilley’s Dallas" for a special evening of food, drinks, and great company. Don’t miss the live band, country-western dancing, bull riding, armadillo races, and photos with longhorns at this unique Concrete Mixer!
NOTE: Before participating in the mechanical bull riding, you will be required to sign a liability release form.