Networking Events

One of the most valuable experiences you can have at a conference is networking. While the conference schedule can make it hard to find time to meet new people, ASDSO has built in numerous opportunities for you to expand your professional network and meet new dam and levee safety professionals. Aside from the technical sessions, workshops, and field trips below are a few of the many opportunities provided by Dam Safety 2021.

Exhibit Hall The networking hub of the conference, the exhibit hall offers a plethora of opportunities to network with fellow attendees.

Receptions and Special Events Two evening receptions will be held in the exhibit hall, Monday, September 13 and Tuesday, September 14. Enjoy appetizers and network with over 100 exhibitors where you have the opportunity to learn about the latest, and greatest products and services available. In addition to the receptions, lunch is provided in the exhibit hall on Wednesday, September 15, and breakfast and breaks are held in the exhibit hall on Tuesday, September 14 and Wednesday, September 15.

Resource Center & Lounge Located in the center of the exhibit hall, the Resource Center & Lounge is the perfect place to relax, recharge your batteries (as well as your phone), and meet new people - or catch up with old friends. Plus, all door prize drawings will be held in the Resource Center. Kickoff Event at the Country Music Hall of Fame Start your conference off on the right note by joining us for a private reception on the Country Music Hall of Fame. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks while walking around the Hall of Fame and networking with colleagues.

Dine Around The annual conference dine around will take place on Tuesday, September 14. Past attendees have told us that participating in the dine around is the perfect place to meet new people from across the country (and the world) and share experiences in a casual environment. Watch DamSafety.org/DS21 for more details.

Young Professionals Networking Opportunities The ASDSO Young Professionals Interest Group will host a number of networking and social activities as part of the Dam Safety 2021 conference including having their own tables as a part of the awards luncheon and the conference dine around. In addition, the YP Group will hold an open meeting during the conference. Stop by the YP table in the Resource Center to learn how you can get involved.

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Ed A. Toms, P.E.

Americas/Global Dams Market Sector Leader ed.toms@aecom.com T. 303.204.8294