2026 Agenda

Tracks

Sunday, Mar 22

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  1. 5:00 pm — 7:00 pm

    Check-in and Registration

    Grand Hall
  2. 5:30 pm — 7:00 pm

    Exhibitor Move-in

    Expo Hall
  3. 5:30 pm — 6:30 pm

    Happy Hour for First Time Attendees

    WT Partnership Pavilion
    Calling all first-time attendees! Join us for this exclusive networking reception where you can meet and mingle with fellow first-time attendees. The P3C Media team will be available to answer any questions, and ensure you feel comfortable and connected. Enjoy light refreshments and engaging conversations as we welcome you to your first P3 conference!

Monday, Mar 23

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  1. 7:00 am — 5:30 pm

    Check-in and Registration

    Grand Hall
  2. 7:30 am — 8:45 am

    The Owner’s Table: A Public Sector Breakfast Forum (Pre-Registration Required)

    Dallas A3
    The Owner’s Table is a public sector–only breakfast forum that kicks off the P3 Conference & Expo with direct, peer-level conversation among public owners. The forum opens with a moderated Q&A featuring public sector leaders, shaped by questions submitted in advance and from the room. The discussion is candid and practical, grounded in real project experience and the realities of delivering complex infrastructure projects.  Click here to reserve your spot!
  3. 8:00 am — 9:00 am

    Networking Breakfast

    Expo Hall
    All conference delegates are welcome to join us in the Expo Hall for a networking breakfast.
  4. 9:00 am — 10:00 am

    Workshop 1: The Public Official’s Masterclass: Next-Gen Tools for Infrastructure Finance & Delivery

    Dallas D2
    Part 1: The New Standard for P3 EvaluationThis session provides a deep dive into the BAC’s Value for Money (VfM) Analysis Principles and Standards, offering attendees a practical understanding of the new standardized methodology. Participants will be guided through the VfM Checklist and apply it to a sample project case study, working step-by-step to assess whether the project meets the “Value for Money” test. Designed to be interactive and hands-on, this session equips attendees with the tools and confidence to apply VfM principles consistently and effectively in real-world project evaluations. This workshop is open to all registered attendees. At the conclusion of the course, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion. Click here to reserve your spot.
  5. 9:00 am — 10:00 am

    Workshop 2: The P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive

    Dallas D3
    The P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive is a comprehensive, hands-on training program designed for professionals involved in public-private partnerships (P3s). This intensive series equips participants with the essential knowledge and strategies to navigate the full lifecycle of P3 projects, from initial procurement to long-term management. Drawing on real-world case studies and best practices, the program emphasizes precision, risk mitigation, and value creation to ensure successful outcomes in infrastructure, public services, and large-scale developments. Ideal for government officials, this intensive fosters a deep understanding of P3 dynamics in a collaborative learning environment. Part 1: Procuring with Precision: The Ten Factors That Shape OutcomesThis foundational session dives into the critical elements of P3 procurement. Participants will explore the ten key factors—including risk allocation, stakeholder alignment, financial structuring, and regulatory compliance—that directly influence project success. Through interactive discussions, attendees will learn how to evaluate bids, negotiate terms, and avoid common pitfalls, ensuring procurement processes are efficient, transparent, and outcome-oriented. This workshop is open to all registered attendees. At the conclusion of the course, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion.  Click here to reserve your spot!
  6. 10:00 am — 12:00 pm

    A Tour of Dallas’s LBJ Express | Advanced Registration Required | Meet in Lobby of Sheraton Hotel for Shuttle Pickup

    Sheraton Lobby for Shuttle Pick-up
    Experience firsthand one of the largest public-private partnership transportation projects in the country! The LBJ Express project team will host a limited number of conference attendees for a free, two-hour bus tour of the $2.7 billion highway reconstruction project along Interstates 635 and 35E and Loop 12, which was completed in September 2015. Tour participants will get an up-close look at the roadway, including the innovative managed lanes (known as TEXpress Lanes), which utilize real-time data to adjust toll rates to reduce congestion. The tour will also include a stop at the LBJ Express operations center for a look at the technology behind the 13-mile P3 project. The tour has reached capacity. To be added to the waitlist, please email Sarah Zinn at szinn@accessintel.com.
  7. 10:00 am — 10:30 am

    Networking Break

    Expo Hall
  8. 10:30 am — 11:30 am

    Workshop 1: The Public Official’s Masterclass: Next-Gen Tools for Infrastructure Finance & Delivery

    Dallas D2
    Part 2: Funding Strategy with GrantsPlusPart 2 of this session focuses on funding strategy and navigating the complex federal grant landscape using modern technology. Attendees will be introduced to GrantsPlus through a live demonstration and interactive discussion. Participants will see how entering key project parameters can instantly generate a tailored matrix of eligible federal grant opportunities and innovative financing mechanisms applicable to local projects. This session is designed to help public agencies and project teams identify funding options more efficiently and make informed decisions that advance project delivery. This workshop is open to all registered attendees. At the conclusion of the course, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion. Click here to reserve your spot.
  9. 10:30 am — 11:30 am

    Workshop 2: The P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive

    Dallas D3
    Part 2: Identifying the Right Project: Building the Case and Preparing for ProcurementBuilding on procurement fundamentals, this session focuses on project selection and pre-market preparation. Participants will gain tools to assess project viability, conduct feasibility studies, and develop compelling business cases that attract private investment. Topics include market sounding, value-for-money analysis, and structuring deals to balance public needs with private incentives. By the end, attendees will be equipped to identify high-potential P3 opportunities and prepare them for competitive bidding. This workshop is open to all registered attendees. At the conclusion of the course, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion.  Click here to reserve your spot.
  10. 10:30 am — 11:30 am

    Workshop 3: The P3 Report Card: How States Can Earn an “A”

    Dallas A3
    The inaugural P3 Report Card, produced by P3 Bulletin in partnership with Global Infrastructure Investor Association (GIIA), delivers the first comprehensive assessment of how prepared U.S. states and select territories are to successfully implement public-private partnerships. But what separates an “A” state from the rest? This session brings the report to life, unpacking the criteria behind the grades and highlighting the policies, procurement practices, leadership structures, and market signals that drive investor confidence and project success. Panelists will explore common gaps, standout best practices, and practical steps states can take to strengthen their P3 frameworks and improve their readiness to deliver transformative infrastructure.
  11. 11:30 am — 12:30 pm

    Workshop 1: The Public Official’s Masterclass: Next-Gen Tools for Infrastructure Finance & Delivery

    Dallas D2
    Part 3: The Untapped Potential of Opportunity ZonesPart 3 explores the untapped potential of Opportunity Zones as a financing tool for public infrastructure projects beyond traditional real estate development. This session provides an overview of the legal frameworks and financial modeling considerations for deploying Opportunity Zone funds in projects such as transit hubs, broadband expansion, and utility upgrades. Attendees will also learn strategies for positioning and pitching infrastructure projects to Qualified Opportunity Funds, gaining practical insight into how OZ capital can be leveraged to support community-serving investments. This workshop is open to all registered attendees. At the conclusion of the course, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion.  Click here to reserve your spot.
  12. 11:30 am — 12:30 pm

    Workshop 2: The P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive

    Dallas D3
    Part 3: From Close to Performance: Implementation and Long-Term ManagementThe final session shifts to post-procurement execution, covering the transition from deal closure to operational performance. Key areas include contract implementation, performance monitoring, dispute resolution, and adaptive management over the project lifecycle. Participants will examine strategies for maintaining partnerships, measuring success through KPIs, and handling changes such as renegotiations or exits. This session emphasizes sustainable, long-term value delivery for all stakeholders. This workshop is open to all registered attendees. At the conclusion of the course, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion.  Click here to reserve your spot.
  13. 12:30 pm — 1:45 pm

    The P3 Exchange Lunch: Trends, Policies, and Projections for Success

    Dallas BC
    A collaborative lunch discussion examining the evolving landscape of public-private partnerships—open to public sector attendees and hosted with support from conference sponsors.
  14. 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm

    Roundtables - Part 1

    Expo Hall
  15. 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm

    Table #1: Beyond the Buzzword - Structuring and Financing Social Infrastructure P3s

    Expo Hall
    Dive into social infrastructure P3 deal structuring and learn how to apply foundational P3 concepts from procurement through financial close. We will focus on deploying bonds as a standalone financing solution or alongside other funding sources and walk through the menu of bond types—from governmental to conduit issuances—that owners and developers can leverage.
  16. 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm

    Table #2: Delivering Energy Independence - How Developer-Led Energy and Thermal Networks Support Your Project

    Innovative energy delivery models enables an energy developer to provide critical energy-related services to customers. Customer and developer co-create an energy strategy and implementation plan. Based on the plan, the developer will then proceed to design, finance, deliver, own, operate and maintain the energy infrastructure. Service payments are structured in a manner Service payments are structured in a manner to protect the customer’s balance sheet, annual budgets and ensure optimal risk transfer away from the customer.
  17. 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm

    Table #3: Navigating Insurance in P3 Projects - Structuring the Insurance Program, Insurance Market/ Cost Evolution and Current State of the Market

    Expo Hall
    An integral element affecting P3 project success is an insurance program structured to address the specific risk profile of the particular project and the risk allocation among the P3 participants.  This session will cover common issues and oversights related to insurance structuring, placement and servicing on P3 projects, both during construction and operations.  We will also review how the P3 insurance market has evolved over the past 20 years and its impact on concessionaires across the United States.  Additionally, we will discuss the current state of the insurance markets especially as they apply to P3 projects.
  18. 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm

    Table #4: Breaking Down Silos - Data Interoperability Across Government Agencies

    Expo Hall
    Does your planning department share its parcel data with the water department? Do your emergency responders work from the same address list as your permitting office? In most cities and counties, the answer is no.  Different agencies maintain their own versions of the same foundational datasets, often in incompatible formats, with no easy way to connect them. This results in duplicated spending, slower service delivery, and decisions made on incomplete information. Join this roundtable for an open conversation about what it would take to bridge the divide across agencies within a single government, across neighboring jurisdictions, and between the public and private sectors.
  19. 3:00 pm — 3:30 pm

    Networking Break

    Expo Hall
  20. 3:30 pm — 4:30 pm

    Roundtables - Part 2

    Expo Hall
  21. 3:30 pm — 4:30 pm

    Table #1: Collaborative Enforcement - Driving P3 Project Value through Key Performance Indicators and Payments

    Expo Hall
    P3s offer opportunities to transfer design, construction, financing and maintenance risks to a private partner and this value is preserved by a combination of collaborative relationships, between owner and partner, and the owner’s active management of the contractual performance regime. This round table will explore the contractual tools available to owners to preserve value, and the benefits of risk transfer, including application of availability and noncompliance KPIs and deductions and audit, monitoring and step-in rights. This learning can be applied to all project types including energy, residential and educational infrastructure and research and innovation campuses.
  22. 3:30 pm — 4:30 pm

    Table #2: The Power of Stacking in a Public-Private Partnership - Tax Incentives, Energy Savings, Rebates

    Expo Hall
    Funding large-scale, comprehensive building and energy infrastructure projects requires creativity, like utilizing public-private partnerships, but what if you could make those funding dollars go farther?  This session breaks down how strategic stacking, combining tax incentives, guaranteed energy savings, rebates, and private capital, dramatically shifts the economics of infrastructure upgrades. With the right structure, a project can capture federal tax credits through Direct Pay, secure utility rebates, and generate long-term operational savings, all while transferring performance risk to the private sector. Too often, projects miss out on valuable programs and incentives simply because they aren't identified early, leaving significant money on the table. The key is asking the right questions at the front end of the project and partnering with a team committed to turning over every stone to uncover incentives that can strengthen your project's financial position. Attendees will walk away with a clear understanding of how to structure projects that maximize every available stream of value, turning deferred maintenance and outdated systems into financially viable, performance-driven capital improvement programs.
  23. 3:30 pm — 4:30 pm

    Table #3: Navigating Insurance in P3 Projects - Structuring the Insurance Program, Insurance Market/ Cost Evolution and Current State of the Market

    Expo Hall
    An integral element affecting P3 project success is an insurance program structured to address the specific risk profile of the particular project and the risk allocation among the P3 participants.  This session will cover common issues and oversights related to insurance structuring, placement and servicing on P3 projects, both during construction and operations.  We will also review how the P3 insurance market has evolved over the past 20 years and its impact on concessionaires across the United States.  Additionally, we will discuss the current state of the insurance markets especially as they apply to P3 projects.
  24. 3:30 pm — 4:30 pm

    Table #4: Can Tried and True Financing Methods in Education Serve to Meet our Infrastructure Needs?

    Expo Hall
    Building on the successful delivery of a P3 project at the University of Rhode Island, this informal discussion will explore future P3 success stories for public and other not-for-profit owners. Participants will learn and discuss how a collaborative team of funders, developers, builders, and designers can deliver projects through high-value collaboration.
  25. 4:30 pm — 5:30 pm

    Opening Keynote: Dan Gardner, Award-Winning Journalist & Bestselling Author "How Big Things Get Done"

    Dallas BC
  26. 5:30 pm — 6:30 pm

    Opening Night Welcome Reception

    Expo Hall
    Join us at this special networking event for all conference delegates.
  27. 8:00 pm — 11:00 pm

    YPI Happy Hour

    Corrientes 348 Argentinian Steakhouse, 1807 Ross Ave
    YPI and Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe will host a post‑conference happy hour on opening night, just a five‑minute walk from the Sheraton Dallas conference hotel. The event is open to all—YPI members and non‑members—and offers a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and industry partners in a relaxed setting after the first day of sessions. For more information or to learn how to join YPI, please contact administrator@ypinfrastructure.com.

Tuesday, Mar 24

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  1. 7:00 am — 5:30 pm

    Check-in and Registration

    Grand Hall
  2. 7:30 am — 8:30 am

    Networking Breakfast

    Expo Hall
    All conference delegates are welcome to join us in the Expo Hall for a networking breakfast.
  3. 8:30 am — 8:40 am

    Welcome from Conference Organizers

    Dallas BC
  4. 8:40 am — 9:25 am

    State of the P3 Market: Trends, Innovation, and What’s Next

    Dallas BC
    Industry leaders share candid insights on the evolving state of the public-private partnership market and what lies ahead across sectors. This session will examine the strength and composition of today’s P3 pipeline, highlighting where deal activity is accelerating and how projects are being structured to meet shifting public and private priorities.
  5. 9:25 am — 10:25 am

    Endless Possibilities: Delivering Transformational Infrastructure in the U.S

    Dallas BC
    As the U.S. enters a new era of infrastructure investment, leaders across government and industry are redefining what projects can be delivered—and how. This panel will explore lessons from major programs, the role of public-private collaboration, and the leadership required to turn ambitious infrastructure visions into reality.
  6. 10:25 am — 10:50 am

    Networking Break

    Expo Hall
  7. 10:50 am — 11:10 am

    Morning Keynote: Drive the Future - How Federal Financing Unlocks Innovation in Public-Private Partnerships

    Dallas BC
    Join Dr. Morteza Farajian, Executive Director of the Build America Bureau, as he discusses the evolution of federal financing at the U.S. Department of Transportation. Discover how public-private partnerships are paving the way for a new era of accelerated delivery and the resources available to get these projects off the ground.
  8. 11:10 am — 11:55 am

    From Projects to Programs: Building a Sustainable P3 Pipeline

    Dallas BC
    Sustainable P3 pipelines are intentionally built, not opportunistic. This session explores how public agencies move beyond one-off projects by developing the internal capacity, policies, and institutional knowledge needed to sustain a P3 program. Using contrasting approaches—from land-based development strategies and bundled delivery programs to bespoke, market-informed project identification—the discussion highlights how agencies embed P3s into day-to-day decision-making. Attendees will gain practical insight into how agencies identify the right projects, align internal stakeholders, maintain transparency and accountability, build market confidence, and create a repeatable pipeline that delivers value for money and supports long-term infrastructure goals.
  9. 11:55 am — 12:15 pm

    Owner Insights - Stephen Brich, Commissioner of Highways, Virginia Department of Transportation

    Dallas BC
    Owner Insights is an exclusive fireside chat offering direct insights from project owners. These conversations will shed light on their major projects, the difficulties they navigate, important lessons learned, and their vision for what lies ahead.
  10. 12:15 pm — 12:35 pm

    Owner Insights - Phil Washington, Chief Executive Officer, Denver International Airport

    Dallas BC
    Owner Insights is an exclusive fireside chat offering direct insights from project owners. These conversations will shed light on their major projects, the difficulties they navigate, important lessons learned, and their vision for what lies ahead.
  11. 12:35 pm — 2:10 pm

    Lunch Workshop: SR 400 - An Inside Look at the Largest U.S. P3 to Date

    Dallas BC
    Georgia’s SR 400 Express Lanes project has reached full financial close, marking one of the most significant P3 milestones in the U.S. transportation market. SR 400 Peach Partners finalized a $11 billion financing package that combines the largest-ever TIFIA loan with a record-setting U.S. P3 bond issuance, positioning the project as a model for large-scale revenue-risk delivery. This lunch workshop will take a high-level look at how State Route 400 evolved from concept to close, how public and private partners aligned around risk, capital structure, and long-term mobility goals, and what this landmark transaction signals for the future of complex, market-facing P3s nationwide.
  12. 12:35 pm — 2:10 pm

    Networking Lunch

    Expo Hall
  13. 12:35 pm — 2:10 pm

    YPI and IPFA Emerging Professionals - Infrastructure, a Passion That Finds You

    Dallas D3
    Connect with YPI members and emerging professionals in infrastructure for a lively luncheon centered on networking, conversation, and community. Roundtable discussions and interactive icebreakers will spark dialogue about career journeys, leadership lessons, and the moments that led each person into the industry. Whether you are just getting started or looking to grow your network, this session is designed to inspire new relationships and fresh perspectives. Click here to reserve your spot.
  14. 2:15 pm — 3:00 pm

    Advancing Water Infrastructure Through P3 Delivery: Trends, Challenges and Case Studies

    Dallas A2
    Across the US, public agencies are increasingly considering public‑private partnerships (P3s) and other alternative delivery models to address prevalent issues such as supply constraints, aging systems, the need for long‑term resilience and to address regulatory and climate pressures. This session will discuss these issues through the lens of two leading models of P3 delivery in the water sector: the State of Arizona’s Water Infrastructure Finance Authority (WIFA) long‑term augmentation initiative and the City of Fort Lauderdale’s award‑winning Prospect Lake Clean Water Center project. Attendees will gain insights into key market issues, procurement strategies, risk management, financial structuring, and stakeholder alignment essential to successful P3 implementation in the water sector.
  15. 2:15 pm — 3:00 pm

    Building Alignment to Accelerate P3 Energy Projects

    Dallas D3
    Public agencies are under growing pressure to deliver resilient and affordable energy infrastructure, yet many P3 efforts stall before they begin. Challenges often stem from misaligned expectations, uncertainty around roles and responsibilities, and difficulty building consensus among diverse stakeholders. These hurdles can slow progress even when project goals are shared. This session will offer practical approaches to fostering alignment, improving transparency, and creating the organizational confidence needed to advance P3 energy projects. Attendees will learn strategies to identify and address common points of friction, clarify risk ownership, and build the internal and external support essential for long‑term project success. Participants will leave with actionable tools to streamline decision-making, strengthen collaboration, and accelerate resilient energy infrastructure projects that deliver lasting value to their communities.
  16. 2:15 pm — 3:00 pm

    Concurrent Sessions

  17. 2:15 pm — 3:00 pm

    The Rise of Managed Lanes: Driving the P3 Market in 2026

    Dallas D2
    Managed lanes have moved from emerging strategy to cornerstone P3 asset class, with more than $20 billion in projects advancing to procurement—doubling the volume of the past decade. What is driving this sustained momentum? Is the revenue model proving durable in a higher interest rate, post-pandemic traffic environment? And how are project owners refining risk allocation, equity structures, and performance standards to attract capital? This panel will explore lessons from recent procurements, examining how procurement strategy, pricing frameworks, and stakeholder engagement are evolving. We’ll also assess whether managed lanes remain a long-term institutional investment play—or if market saturation and political scrutiny could temper growth.
  18. 2:15 pm — 3:00 pm

    To Build is to Manage Risk: Turning Past Projects into Future Wins

    Dallas A3
    Capital and infrastructure projects generate massive amounts of data, yet most risk decisions still rely on spreadsheets, experience, consultants, and disconnected lessons learned. The result is that the same issues repeat across projects, portfolios, and partnerships. In complex P3 environments, one reality is constant: to build is to manage risk. This panel brings together leading practitioners to discuss how owners and builders are capturing institutional knowledge and transforming it into predictive risk insight across the entire project lifecycle. From early planning to closeout, speakers will share how leveraging historical project signals and advanced risk analysis enable earlier intervention, clearer risk ownership, and stronger alignment between public and private stakeholders. Attendees will gain a practical perspective on moving from reactive risk tracking to proactive risk intelligence, and how turning past projects into living assets, can materially improve certainty, outcomes, and long-term capital portfolio performance.
  19. 3:10 pm — 4:00 pm

    Concurrent Sessions

  20. 3:10 pm — 4:00 pm

    EPA Today: Deregulation and Permit Streamlining to Power the Great American Comeback

    Dallas D3
    With the accelerating build-out of AI and Energy infrastructure, never has it been more important to remove regulatory barriers and streamline permitting. EPA has been moving at record speed to do just that. In the past months, Administrator Zeldin has announced historic levels of deregulation and streamlining to Power the Great American Comeback.  In this session you will hear about the most significant of EPA’s actions to remove regulatory barriers and provide certainty, both at the national and regional level. Nationally, you will hear about major regulatory rollbacks, including clean water act certifications, waters of the United States revisions, and rescinding major air and climate actions that were prematurely forcing critical baseline power plants into premature closures.  At the regional level, you’ll hear how these national actions are increasing efficiency on the ground. Prioritizing cooperative federalism with state and local leaders, through actions such as Class VI UIC primacy, have not only strengthened partnerships, but expedited permitting and empowered those who know their state best to govern accordingly. Moreover, tangible effects from national policy are starting to be seen throughout each region. Citizens and businesses alike can work again knowing that this Agency is implementing durable and lasting policies, ones that have judicial precedent and will provide predictability for years to come.
  21. 3:10 pm — 4:00 pm

    P3 Resets and Restructurings: A Framework for Ultimate Project Success

    Dallas A2
    Public-private partnerships are designed for the long term, but evolving market conditions, cost pressures, performance challenges, and shifting public priorities may require projects to reset or restructure along the way. This session explores how investors, lenders, contractors, operators, and public owners can respond collaboratively when a P3 requires recalibration and innovation in doing a re-set can lead to a pivot to meet project objectives. Panelists will share practical strategies for realigning incentives, renegotiating risk, and preserving long-term value—positioning projects to regain momentum and ultimately deliver on their intended outcomes.
  22. 3:10 pm — 4:00 pm

    Reimagining Regional Connectivity: The Sepulveda Transit Corridor

    Dallas D2
    Join us for an in-depth look at the Sepulveda Transit Corridor, Los Angeles County’s most ambitious transportation investments. This session will highlight how planners and stakeholders are advancing a transformative rail line through the Sepulveda Pass, navigating complex engineering, environmental review, and community input to build a sustainable and equitable alternative to congested freeway travel. Learn about design considerations, how they're improving connectivity, and how they are leveraging an innovative pre-development agreement (PDA) model to set the project up for a potential future P3.
  23. 3:10 pm — 4:00 pm

    Washington Watch: Federal Policy Signals in the Second Trump Administration

    Dallas A3
    With a second Trump administration underway, infrastructure leaders are closely watching Washington for signals about how federal priorities may influence the industry. Changes in policy direction, agency leadership, and federal spending priorities can shape the opportunities and risks facing infrastructure investors, developers, and public agencies. This panel will examine what early signals from the administration may mean for infrastructure programs, public-private partnerships, and project development in the years ahead. Drawing on legal, financial, and policy perspectives, panelists will discuss how market participants are interpreting the evolving federal landscape and how organizations across the industry are positioning themselves in response. Attendees will gain insight into how federal policy priorities may influence infrastructure investment, project pipelines, and partnership strategies in the coming years.
  24. 4:00 pm — 4:30 pm

    Networking Break

    Expo Hall
  25. 4:30 pm — 5:20 pm

    Concurrent Sessions

  26. 4:30 pm — 5:20 pm

    Delivering Projects in a Compliance-Heavy Environment: Navigating Federal Requirements

    Dallas D3
    Federal participation in infrastructure projects often brings a complex set of statutory and regulatory obligations that can affect project timelines, procurement strategies, and reimbursement processes. Requirements tied to statutes and regulations such as 2 CFR 200, NEPA, NHPA, Build America Buy America, and Davis-Bacon, along with related state and agency requirements, are creating an increasingly intricate compliance environment for project owners and their private partners. Using examples from active projects, this panel will examine how agencies, developers, contractors, and subcontractors are managing these requirements in practice. Panelists will discuss common areas of risk, evolving oversight expectations, and practical approaches to maintaining compliance while keeping projects moving forward. The discussion will focus on real-world strategies for navigating federal requirements without jeopardizing project schedules, cash flow, or delivery. Navigating Federal Funds Compliance for Megaprojects Embedding compliance in scope, budget, and schedule Audit-ready QA/QC and cost assurance frameworks Coordinating cost allocation across funding sources for highest and best use of funds Preventing clawbacks through proactive controls
  27. 4:30 pm — 5:20 pm

    From Vision to Delivery: MDOT’s Major Projects Office and Michigan’s First DBFM P3

    Dallas D2
    The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has established a new Office of Major Projects to strengthen delivery of the state’s most complex transportation initiatives. The office brings together senior project managers, the Innovative Contracting Unit, and specialists in environmental oversight, finance, and cost, schedule, and risk management. This presentation will outline the vision behind the office, its structure, and its role in advancing major projects, including public‑private partnerships (P3s). The session will also highlight MDOT’s successful delivery of Segment 3 of the I‑75 Modernization Project, the department’s first Design‑Build‑Finance‑Maintain availability payment concession. By restructuring the original eight‑segment plan into three alternative delivery packages, MDOT condensed over 20 years of planning into five years and accelerated construction by nearly a decade. Segment 3 was completed on time and on budget despite major challenges such as ground settlement, supply chain delays, and workforce limitations during the COVID‑19 pandemic.
  28. 4:30 pm — 5:20 pm

    The Partnership Playbook: Building Inclusive Communities and Thriving Corridors

    Dallas A3
    This panel explores how public-private partnerships can activate struggling commercial districts and strengthen mixed-income communities by harnessing anchors such as sports, entertainment, transit, cultural, and civic amenities. Speakers will examine collaborative models that align public goals with private investment, focusing on strategies that foster economic inclusion, support small businesses, and attract sustainable development. The discussion will highlight lessons from cities and offer a decision-making framework, practical tools, and innovative financing approaches that demonstrate how shared responsibility and long-term partnership can transform underutilized areas into resilient community assets.
  29. 5:20 pm — 5:45 pm

    Afternoon Keynote: Jared Perdue, Secretary, Florida Department of Transportation

    Dallas BC
  30. 5:45 pm — 6:45 pm

    Networking Reception

    Expo Hall
    Join us at this special networking event for all conference delegates.

Wednesday, Mar 25

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  1. 7:30 am — 12:45 pm

    Check-In & Registration

    Grand Hall
  2. 7:45 am — 8:45 am

    Networking Breakfast

    Expo Hall
    All conference delegates are welcome to join us in the Expo Hall for a networking breakfast.
  3. 8:45 am — 9:15 am

    Morning Keynote: Jim Ross, Mayor, City of Arlington

    Dallas BC
    We kick off the final day with opening remarks from Jim Ross, the Mayor of the City of Arlington.
  4. 9:15 am — 10:00 am

    From Rural Parish to Global Platform: Data Centers and the Next Frontier of Public-Private Possibility

    Dallas BC
    As demand for digital infrastructure accelerates, communities are being challenged to rethink how—and where—major projects can happen. This session examines how Richland Parish emerged as the host community for a landmark hyperscale data center investment, anchored by Meta, and what this moment reveals about the evolving role of public-private collaboration. While large-scale data centers are not being delivered through traditional design-build-finance-operate-maintain P3 structures, the Richland Parish experience highlights a different kind of opportunity: how coordination among local and state governments, utilities, and the private sector can unlock projects of extraordinary scale and speed—particularly in rural and high-potential regions. Using the Richland Parish data center campus as a case study, this discussion explores how public entities can position themselves as credible, competitive partners for capital-intensive technology projects, leverage infrastructure investments as long-term economic catalysts, and build frameworks that extend value well beyond construction. The session invites attendees to think expansively about what “partnership” can mean in the next era of P3s—and where new possibilities are beginning to take shape.
  5. 10:00 am — 10:45 am

    Broadband is Back! Capitalizing on Federal Funding and the Data Center Boom

    Dallas BC
    Tens of billions in Federal Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding programs are being deployed across states to help bridge the digital divide. Yet many underserved areas will remain, particularly as the growing demands from data center deployments and widespread AI adoption continue to increase connectivity needs. This session will draw on the experience of both public and private participants to explore real-world examples of how these sectors can collaborate to create mutually beneficial, forward-looking partnerships. Topics will include Federal funding, public needs, private opportunities, and collaboration models—all illustrated through concrete public-private partnership examples.
  6. 10:45 am — 11:15 am

    Networking Break

    Expo Hall
  7. 11:15 am — 12:00 pm

    A New Public-Private Model for Digital Infrastructure: How Open, Interoperable Base Maps Accelerate Project Delivery

    Dallas BC
    Government agencies make high-stakes decisions every day—about safety investments, road expansions, permitting, resilience, and long-term capital planning. Yet these decisions often rely on fragmented, inconsistent, or outdated geospatial data. At the same time, private sector companies are building rich, highly accurate open map data to support their services in mobility, logistics, local sea. Founded by AWS, Meta, Microsoft, and TomTom, Overture builds open, high-quality, interoperable base map data that anyone can use. By harmonizing inputs from public and private contributors, standardizing schema, and providing a common reference system (GERS), Overture enables agencies, vendors, and researchers to work from the same trusted foundation, reducing duplication and unlocking data interoperability. This panel will showcase how municipalities are already leveraging Overture’s data for emergency response, transportation planning, economic development, and permit management. We’ll highlight Fresno County’s implementation, show how GERS ensures reliability across sources, and outline practical frameworks for integrating this continuously updated resource into government workflows.
  8. 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm

    Closing Plenary: The Next Decade of P3s - Where the Market Goes from Here

    Dallas BC
    As the U.S. P3 market continues to evolve, agencies and private partners are rethinking how projects are identified, structured, and delivered. In this closing session, senior leaders reflect on the key themes emerging from this year’s conference and share their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges that will shape the next decade of public-private partnership delivery. The discussion will examine the future of project pipelines, the role of federal policy and innovative finance, the expansion of P3 models into new sectors, and the strategies agencies are using to build long-term programs that attract private investment and deliver lasting public value.
  9. 12:45 pm

    Conference Ends & Exhibitor Breakdown