MILWAUKEE – CONEXPO-CON/AGG, North America’s largest construction trade show, returns to Las Vegas March 3-7, 2026, bringing together the people, equipment, ideas, and education shaping the future of construction. Held once every three years, the show offers construction professionals a single destination to explore emerging technology, workforce development, safety leadership, sustainability strategies, and best business practices across the industry.
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Education is a cornerstone of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG experience, delivering a comprehensive lineup of panels, workshops, and keynote conversations designed to help attendees stay ahead of a rapidly evolving construction landscape. From hands-on equipment insights to forward-looking discussions on artificial intelligence, sustainability, and workforce innovation, CONEXPO-CON/AGG provides learning opportunities for every role and career stage.
“CONEXPO-CON/AGG brings the entire construction ecosystem together, and that includes education that is practical, relevant, and immediately useful on the jobsite and in the office,” said Dana Wuesthoff, Show Director of CONEXPO-CON/AGG. “Whether you are focused on workforce development, safety, equipment management, or preparing your business for what’s next, this is where the industry comes to learn, connect, and move forward together.”
Education at Scale: 150+ Sessions Across the Construction Spectrum
CONEXPO-CON/AGG delivers more than 150 education sessions, giving attendees unmatched access to industry expertise in one place. Organized across clearly defined tracks, the education program allows construction professionals to tailor their learning experience around the challenges and opportunities most relevant to their role, sector, and stage of business.
From job-site operations to executive strategy, the program is designed to meet attendees where they are – and help them prepare for what’s next.
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Materials, Equipment and Technology Education
Sessions within the materials and equipment tracks focus on the technologies, processes, and maintenance strategies that directly impact productivity, uptime, and return on investment. Attendees can expect practical insights into fleet management, preventive maintenance, equipment efficiency, and innovations shaping aggregates, asphalt, concrete, and earthmoving operations. These sessions are built for professionals responsible for keeping equipment running safely, efficiently, and profitably in an increasingly connected jobsite environment.
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Smarter Quarries: AI Solutions Powering the Future of Aggregates: How artificial intelligence improves efficiency, safety, and decision-making across modern quarry operations.
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Eyes on Safety: Enhancing Mobile Equipment with Camera Technology: Real-world examples of how camera systems and visibility technology are helping reduce risk on active jobsites.
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Smart Tech in Site Prep: Accelerate Timelines and Drive Profitability: A look at how connected equipment and digital tools are streamlining site preparation and boosting project performance.
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Building an AI-Ready Team in Equipment Management and Maintenance: Preparing fleet and maintenance teams for data-driven systems, smarter diagnostics, and the next generation of equipment management.
Business & Workforce Education
Business and workforce sessions address the people and systems that power construction companies. Topics include workforce development, leadership, safety culture, succession planning, and operational best practices for growing and sustaining construction businesses. Designed for owners, managers, and emerging leaders, these sessions focus on real-world strategies for recruiting, retaining, and developing talent while strengthening business performance in a competitive market.
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How to Build a People-First Company: Practical strategies for creating a culture that attracts talent, strengthens teams, and improves long-term performance in construction.
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Breaking Barriers: Uniting the Construction Industry for Mental Wellbeing: A look at mental health challenges in construction and the steps leaders can take to support safer, healthier workplaces.
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Heavy Equipment Performance KPIs Every Executive Should Know: Key metrics and performance indicators that help executives make smarter, data-driven decisions about equipment and operations.
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Navigating Seamless Generational Leadership and Succession Planning in the Construction Industry: Guidance for preparing the next generation of leaders while maintaining continuity in growing construction businesses.
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Foundational Success: 10 Strategies for Employee Retention in the Construction Industry: Actionable approaches to retaining skilled workers and building a resilient, future-ready workforce.
Together, these sessions offer just a glimpse of the depth and breadth of education available at CONEXPO-CON/AGG. With learning opportunities spanning technical expertise, business strategy, and workforce development, the show serves as a true one-stop destination for construction education. Attendees leave not only informed but equipped with practical insights they can apply immediately.
Signature Workshops and New Keynote Experiences
Among the most anticipated offerings are three dedicated workshops that have become signature education experiences at CONEXPO-CON/AGG:
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EmpowerHER Workshop, connecting women across the construction industry through peer-led discussions, mentorship, and leadership development.
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Small Business Workshop, tailored to the unique needs of entrepreneurs, family-owned firms, and growing construction businesses.
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Shop Talks & Walks, a hands-on education experience focused on preventive maintenance, fleet efficiency, and real-world equipment solutions.
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New for 2026, CONEXPO-CON/AGG introduces the Ground Breakers Keynote Stage, a high-energy forum spotlighting companies, leaders, and technologies redefining the future of construction. Featuring bold storytelling and future-focused conversations, the stage will explore topics such as artificial intelligence on the jobsite, connected equipment systems, and the evolving sustainability playbook for the industry.
“Construction is changing quickly, and education has to keep pace,” Wuesthoff said. “By bringing education, equipment, and expertise together in one place, CONEXPO-CON/AGG gives attendees the opportunity to see what’s next, ask questions, and take ideas back to their teams with confidence.”
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The Community Zone: Where Connection Meets Conversation
The Community Zone serves as CONEXPO-CON/AGG’s gathering place for conversation, connection, and community. Open to all attendees and located near the entrance of the Festival Grounds, the Community Zone offers a welcoming, open-access space to pause, recharge, and reconnect during the show.
Designed as a hub for informal learning and relationship-building, the Community Zone features live podcast recordings, casual presentations, and conversations with industry voices on the Community Zone Stage. Attendees can listen in, share ideas, and engage with peers from across the construction industry in a relaxed, approachable setting.
More than a meeting spot, the Community Zone reflects the spirit of CONEXPO-CON/AGG – a place where meaningful connections spark new ideas, partnerships begin, and the construction community comes together at a scale found only at CONEXPO-CON/AGG.
From the Show Floor to the Jobsite: Ongoing Industry Conversations
Extending education beyond the show floor, CONEXPO-CON/AGG delivers year-round insight through the CONEXPO-CON/AGG Podcast, offering boots-on-the-ground perspectives from construction business owners, operators, and industry leaders. Hosted by third-generation contractor Taylor White, the podcast explores the real challenges and decisions shaping today’s construction businesses – from leadership and workforce development to marketing, growth, and operational strategy.
Recent episodes have tackled timely topics such as building a modern construction brand, navigating market shifts, and scaling family-owned businesses while preserving core values. Episodes like Building a Social Media Empire from Asphalt and Family Values Built This Company highlight how contractors are adapting to a changing industry while staying grounded in experience and authenticity.
Together with digital content and the CONEXPO-CON/AGG 365 platform, the podcast keeps construction professionals connected to emerging trends, practical insights, and real-world stories before, during, and long after the show concludes.
CONEXPO-CON/AGG takes place March 3-7, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Registration and education information is available at conexpoconagg.com.
About CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Held every three years, CONEXPO-CON/AGG is the must-attend event for construction industry professionals. The show features the latest equipment, products, services and technologies for the construction industry, as well as industry-leading education. CONEXPO-CON/AGG is owned in partnership with NRMCA, NSSGA and AEM and managed by AEM. The next CONEXPO-CON/AGG will be held March 3-7, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information on CONEXPO-CON/AGG, visit https://www.conexpoconagg.com.
About AEM
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is North America’s premier trade organization representing off-road equipment manufacturers and their value chain partners. With a history spanning over 130+ years, AEM serves more than 1,100 member companies across 200+ product lines in multiple sectors including construction, agriculture, mining, utility, and forestry. AEM supports an industry that contributes approximately $316 billion annually to the U.S. economy while sustaining 2.3 million jobs. Through advocacy, market intelligence, and industry collaboration, AEM works to advance the interests of equipment manufacturers and their partners in the global marketplace.
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