2026 TDOT/ACEC Partnering Conference
Chattanooga Convention Center
1 Carter PlazaChattanooga, TN 37402-5091
United States
Event Details
The 2026 ACEC–TDOT Partnering Conference is Tennessee’s premier gathering for transportation professionals committed to delivering smarter, stronger, and more innovative infrastructure solutions.
Built on a shared mission to strengthen collaboration between TDOT and its consulting partners, the conference fosters open dialogue, meaningful connections, and practical problem-solving — all in the spirit of improving the quality, efficiency, and delivery of the TDOT work program.
Through engaging general sessions, in-depth breakout discussions, and intentional networking opportunities, attendees will explore emerging technologies, evolving best practices, and forward-thinking approaches that are shaping the future of transportation in Tennessee. The Partnering Conference is a space where ideas are welcomed, innovation is encouraged, and partnerships are strengthened to drive better outcomes for projects and communities across the state.
Suggested Hotels: Rooms at the Chattanooga Marriott are currently reserved for TDOT, titanium, and platinum sponsors, and only available directly through Kasey. Room blocks at the Chattanoogan and Read House will be available later this week.
Agenda
| May 11 | |
| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Registration Open |
| 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | General Session I |
| 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Networking Evening at Southside Social |
| May 12 | |
| 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | Networking Breakfast |
| 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Focused Breakout Sessions |
| 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Evening at the Ballpark Chattanooga Lookouts vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Networking dinner in the Coca-Cola Pattern Shop at the NEW Erlanger Park!) |
| May 13 | |
| 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | Networking Breakfast |
| 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM | General Session II |
