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Earlier this month, Amy Numbers, AOE's Vice President of Operations, represented AOE at the National Steering Committee (NSC) Board of Directors meeting for the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program. The two-day meeting, hosted at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), brought together industry leaders and stakeholders for the NSC's biannual Board of Directors session. Discussions focused on the CIM program's continued growth, development, and future direction. A

In August, AOE's Drew Burns and Emily Emanuelsen presented "AI Integration: Tools, Risks and Opportunities" as part of PCI Midwest's 2026 Concrete Structures Webinar Series. Designed as a comprehensive primer for architecture, engineering and construction professionals, the session moved past the buzzwords and technical jargon to show that you don't need to be an expert to put AI to work. Drew and Emily walked attendees through practical, non-technical applications that can s

The AOE team recently came together in Columbus, Ohio, for a one-day mini retreat focused on team building, collaboration and finding new ways to better serve our clients. The day included great conversations, valuable information and plenty of opportunities to connect as a team. From sharing ideas and learning from one another to enjoying dinner together, the retreat gave us time to step away from our day-to-day work and focus on how we can continue growing together. We beli

Also in early October, AOE was proud to sponsor and serve as moderator of the Lunch and Launch as part of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) conference. Drew Burns, Director of Client Strategy for AOE, helped kick off the event and provided an overview of AOE's services and resources—from association management and strategic planning to marketing, certification and training support. AOE was thrilled to sponsor an engaging event like this, reinvesting in the

In early October, the AOE-PTI team was in San Antonio, Texas for PTI Committee Days, where industry leaders, technical experts and dedicated volunteers came together to collaborate, advance committee work, and help shape the future of the post-tensioning industry. As the Presenting Sponsor, AOE was proud to support this milestone event as the Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) wrapped up its 50th Anniversary celebration. Over three productive days, attendees engaged in meaningfu

Last month AOE attended the Fall Board Meeting for our long-time client, the American Concrete Pumping Association, in Washington DC. AOE was proud to sponsor the Friday evening cocktail reception and participate in Committee meetings related to marketing and communications, as well as the We Are Safer Together campaign. Thank you to the ACPA team and board members for the warm welcome and the great discussions on the future of concrete pumping.

AOE is pleased to welcome Doka back to our list of treasured clients. With 160 sales and logistics facilities in more than 50 countries, Doka has a highly efficient formwork distribution network to ensure that equipment and technical support can be provided swiftly and professionally — no matter how big and complex the project. AOE will be assisting Doka in public relations and marketing efforts. We are excited to work with you Doka!

AOE is excited to announce that the American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA) is back on our client roster! Our team has been asked to help build a promotion/PR plan that highlights the key benefits of reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) and clearly differentiates RCP from thermoplastic pipe. We are excited to help ACPA with this project and build out a program the benefits their members and the industry at-large.