What’s New
For 14 years, P3C has convened public and private sector decision-makers driving the U.S. P3 market. What began as a gathering of industry professionals has grown into the largest annual assembly of government and project development executives dedicated to public-private partnerships. In 2026, the P3 Conference continues as the national platform for advancing and delivering the most consequential P3 projects.
P3C is dedicated to equipping public sector leaders with the insights, connections, and resources needed to successfully deliver impactful projects. Your 2026 registration includes specialized programming designed to provide practical knowledge, peer exchange, and actionable strategies tailored to your needs.
Whether you’re looking to explore the P3 fundamentals or leading the way with advanced P3 insights, the education at P3C is designed to guide you in advancing your projects from conception to reality. We’re excited to deliver refreshed educational content at P3C 2026, with special thanks to our partners.
NEW! Participate in The Public Official’s Masterclass or The P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive and receive a Certificate of Completion. You can also earn up to three hours of professional development units.
The Owners' Table: A Public-Sector Breakfast Forum
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.
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The Public Official’s Masterclass: Next-Gen Tools for Infrastructure Finance & Delivery
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This exclusive 3-hour workshop provides public officials with a “hands-on” toolkit to modernize their project delivery pipelines. Moving beyond theory, this session introduces attendees to three specific, high-impact resources: the new Value for Money (VfM) Principles and Standards for evaluating P3s, the Grants+ ecosystem for identifying funds, and strategies for unlocking Opportunity Zone financing for public infrastructure. At the conclusion of the course, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion.
The P3 Project Lifecycle Intensive
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. At the conclusion of the course, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion.
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The P3 Report Card: How States Can Earn an “A”
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.
The P3 Exchange Lunch: Trends, Policies, and Projections for Success
A collaborative lunch discussion examining the evolving landscape of public-private partnerships—open to public sector attendees and hosted with support from conference sponsors.
This lunch is hosted following the morning education sessions and prior to the roundtable discussions in the afternoon, offering a great opportunity to keep the conversations going in a more relaxed setting.
Opening Keynote: Dan Gardner, Award-Winning Journalist & Bestselling Author of 'How Big Things Get Done'
Can we improve our ability to forecast the future and manage risks to do better in business and life? Award-winning journalist and bestselling author Dan Gardner tackles these questions and more in his eye-opening and mind-expanding talks. Based on his bestselling books about psychology and decision making, Gardner’s talks draw on the latest research and his long experience in journalism and politics to challenge assumptions and find creative solutions. Every public sector registrant will receive a copy of his book!
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