DFI 44th Annual Conference

This conference will be a call to action to develop forward-thinking plans in geotechnical engineering through technical presentations and panel discussions. The 2019 Conference will provide an international forum for a wide range of geo-professionals to present, discuss, and debate all aspects of how we build on our current success to create and maintain a better tomorrow for us and future generations. A session will be dedicated to the DFI Legends program to recognize practitioners who have made significant contributions to and advancements in the research, design, construction, manufacturing and use of deep foundations.

Schedule at a Glance:

Monday, Oct. 14 - Pre-Conference: Board and Technical Committee Chairs Meetings

Tuesday, Oct. 15 - Pre-Conference: Technical Committee Meetings and Women in Deep Foundations Networking Reception

Wednesday, Oct. 16 - Conference Day 1 (Full Day): DFI Educational Trust 5K Fun Run/Walk, Exhibits, Opening Plenary and Technical Sessions, MSSP Trade Expo, Welcome Luncheon, Conference Welcome Reception and Poster Presentations, All Day Student Activities Program

Thursday, Oct. 17 - Conference Day 2 (Full Day): Exhibits, Technical Sessions, MSSP Trade Expo, Business Meeting Luncheon, Hal Hunt Lecture on Communications, Paper Competition Presentations, Outstanding Project Award Presentation, DFI Legends Program, Awards Reception & Banquet

Friday, Oct. 18 - Conference Day 3 (Half-Day): Exhibits, Technical Sessions and Closing Plenary

*Schedule subject to change

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1. Join the largest gathering of international practitioners specializing in cutting-edge technologies for deep foundations, ground improvement, earth retention and excavation support.

2. Explore forward-thinking plans in geotechnical and deep foundation engineering and construction. This is the >Future>Forward conference of the year!

3. Discuss and debate all aspects of building on our current successes to create and maintain a better tomorrow for us and future generations.

4. Learn about future innovations and initiatives in safety; the digital environment; equipment, robotics and drones; workforce and work place practices; design and construction efficiency for urban construction and redevelopment; and tools to meet the demands of 21st century infrastructure.

5. Explore the Exhibit Hall featuring specialty services of 140+ companies.

6. Attend one or more of DFI’s technical committee meetings and become involved in projects that promote safety, quality, durability and sustainability in the geotechnical and deep foundation industry.

7. Make the most of your time in Chicago! Attend DFI’s Annual Conference and enjoy the Windy City!

Full Conference Registration for DFI Members, Non-Members, Exhibitors, Exhibitor 2^ndAttendees, Young Professionals, and Government attendees includes access to:

Conference Presentations
Exhibit Hall
Continental Breakfasts
Morning and Afternoon Networking Breaks
Welcome and Business Meeting Luncheons
Welcome Reception
Hal Hunt Lecture on Communications
DFI Legends Program and Awards
DFI Awards Reception and Banquet
Online Conference Proceedings

Student Attendees Receive Access to: All Student Activities, Conference Presentations, Exhibit Hall, Continental Breakfasts, Morning and Afternoon Networking Breaks, Hal Hunt Lecture and Communications, DFI Legends Program and Awards, and Online Conference Proceedings. Luncheons and the Welcome Reception are not included at this time.

Choose the Registration Type that suits your needs. Additional Special Event Tickets are available for purchase for luncheons, receptions and the awards reception/banquet.

View our chart of Registration Fees, Payment and Cancellation Policies.

A dedicated group of industry professionals serve on the Conference Organizing Committee for this event. Led by Conference Chair, Dhooli Raj, P.E., project manager at Collins Engineers, Inc., and Technical Program Co-Chairs, Ray Franz, P.E., D.GE, vice-president of Hayward Baker, and Cassandra J. Rutherford, Ph.D., P.E., assistant professor in the department of civil, construction and environmental engineering at Iowa State University, this event is expected to serve attendees at a high-level.

To make payment by wire, contact DFI at bookkeeper@dfi.org.

Cancellations must be made in writing by mail, email or fax.

Email: events@dfi.org

Fax: (973) 423-4031

All payments are net 30 days from the date of registration.

Refunds for Exhibit Booths will not be issued after August 31, 2019. Please refer to your Exhibit Space Agreement for Details.

Refunds for Registration will not be issued after Friday, September 13, 2019. However, you may transfer your registration to another DFI Member.

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As a registrant of this event, and its related activities, you agree to receive email from DFI relating to its events, membership, and publications as well as newsletters, updates, and other announcements.

You may register for this Conference using a major Credit Card, Debit Card, PayPal, Check or Purchase Order. Check payments due within 30 days of registration and should be made payable to DFI.

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To make payment by wire, contact DFI at bookkeeper@dfi.org.

Cancellations must be made in writing by mail, email or fax.

Email: events@dfi.org

Fax: (973) 423-4031

Refunds for Exhibit Booths will not be issued after August 31, 2019. Please refer to your Exhibit Space Agreement for Details.

Refunds for Registration will not be issued after Friday, September 13, 2019. However, you may transfer your registration to another DFI Member.

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