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SAME Joint Engineer Training Conference & Expo

Gaylor Palms Resort and Convention Center, 6000 West Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee, FL

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - Thursday, May 16, 2024

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

Join Principals and Federal experts Michael Huffstetler, LEED AP, F. SAME; Emmett Ahearn, AIA; Patrick Dugan, PE PMP; and Mark Kirby, PE, BCxP, at Booth #416. This is the premier Federal Conference that connects agencies and Architecture/Engineering/Construction industry professionals in three days of education, training, and networking that is simply unmatched within the industry.

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