Special Events
International Luncheon
Wednesday, October 31
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Hear Alberto Aleman Zubieta, M.ASCE, CEO of the Panama Canal Authority, speak on the expansion of the Panama Canal. Zubieta has worked to transform the Canal into a cornerstone of the global transportation system and a model of excellence and transparency. Bidding for work on the expansion began in January 2007. An initial budget of $5.25 billion would go toward the construction of a third set of locks that would double the capacity of the canal linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
Speaker: Alberto Aleman Zubieta, M.ASCE, CEO, Panama Canal Authority
Moderator: President William F. Marcuson III, Ph.D., P.E., Hon.M.ASCE, ASCE 2007 President
Registration Fee: $55
Alberto Aleman Zubieta, M.ASCE
International Reception and Dinner
Wednesday, October 31
7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Join your international colleagues for a relaxing evening of great food, great company and great music. Take advantage of this networking opportunity before the official start of the Conference.
Registration Fee: $105
Leadership Luncheon and Awards Presentation
Thursday, November 1
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The luncheon will feature an awards presentation honoring engineering management leaders in the private and public sectors. Join us in celebrating these leaders who have made significant contributions to the profession and their communities, including the John I. Parcel-Leif J. Sverdrup Civil Engineering Management Award, Edmund Friedman Profession Recognition Award, Civil Government Award, and Government Civil Engineer of the Year Award recipients. Start off your Conference experience right by supporting your colleagues and peers. We look forward to seeing you there.
Registration Fee: $60
Ice Breaker Reception
Thursday, November 1
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Kickoff the Annual Conference with this great event and “tailgate” with your friends and colleagues. Join in by wearing your favorite high school, college or professional sports team gear. Fun and games are the order of business for this party and the fun has just begun with good food, good drink and good times. Take advantage of this time to meet and network with ASCE’s leadership, as well as many of the top civil engineers—both nationally and internationally. Two complimentary drink tickets are included for attending. More detailed information will be available on ASCE’s conference website. GO TEAM!
Additional tickets are: $30 (Tickets Required)
Sponsored by: ASCE Florida Section
Dine Around
Thursday, November 1
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Thursday evening is your night to spend with your family or network with colleagues while treating yourself to a full range of dining delights within Downtown Disney, Disney’s West End or the Disney theme parks. Downtown Disney and Disney’s West End offers a fun and festive atmosphere right across the street from the Buena Vista Palace. If you are looking for a way to kick off the conference in style then perhaps you may consider dining inside one of the theme parks. Another great option for those traveling with children is the Hoop Dee Doo Revue at Pioneer Hall inside the Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Walt Disney World has a wonderful dining experience waiting for you no matter what your taste or budget. Dial 1-407-WDW-DINE (939-3463) to make reservations at any of these Disney restaurants or visit the Annual Conference website for more information. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Networking Luncheon
Friday, November 2
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Take a breather from the sessions and meet colleagues, discuss hot topics and come prepared to join in the Sunshine State fun! Show us your “character” and you could win a fun prize. If you’re wondering what’s in store for you, you’ll just have to wait and see, details will be provided at the start of the luncheon. Bring your engineering expertise and your laid back sense of humor and you’ll be all set!
ASCE’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Beach Party
Friday, November 2
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Surf’s up! It’s time to hang ten on the dance floor at Disney’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Beach Club! Join your friends and colleagues
for a laid back evening at a casual spot reminiscent of life by the seaside. Slip on your sandals and your cabana shirts and come prepared to groove to the sounds of a live DJ, nosh on tropical treats or play your favorite parlor games for free! The party doesn’t have to end at 9:00 p.m., every guest with a paid admission to ASCE’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Beach Party will be admitted to all of the venues on Pleasure Island until 2:00 a.m.! Be sure to check the website for complete details.
Registration Fee: $65
Sponsored by: GEICO
Celebration of Leaders Reception and Dinner
Saturday, November 3
6:30 – 10:00 p.m.
In a formal ceremony, ASCE inducts ten eminent civil engineers as Honorary Members. Join the Past and Active Officers as we also recognize outgoing Board of Direction members and incoming officers. It promises to be a wondrous evening of tantalizing food, good spirits, and excellent company. Join us in honoring the Society’s most influential members. Black tie preferred and the ticket includes the reception and dinner. It’s an event you can’t miss!
Registration Fee: $105