Details
April 29 - 30, 2025
2025 CEAO Bridge Workers, Supervisors, & Engineers Conference
Cherry Valley Hotel
2299 Cherry Valley Rd SE
Newark, Ohio
About this Conference: Get ready for a constructive experience at our upcoming conference! Designed specifically for County Engineers, Bridge Workers, Maintenance Crews, and Supervisors, this event promises to be an educational powerhouse. But that's not all – we're also inviting our valued partners and companies to join us as exhibitors.
Imagine the possibilities as you network with industry leaders at their dynamic indoor and outdoor exhibit booths, discovering the latest innovations and services that can elevate your work to new heights. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow!
Agenda Topics:
- Intro to Bridge Inspections: practical things for Bridge Workers to think about.
- Bridge Maintenance: Tagging and Tracking
- Deck Sealing Debate: Exploring multiple product types: What product is working for your county?
- Concrete Additives – Densifiers
- Box Beam and Box Culverts: Hit Repairs
New!! Quick Talks: We will spend 7-8 minutes on each topic:
- Waterproofing-Box Beams and Box Culverts (Geauga County, Clinton County, Washington County, Defiance County)
- Closed cell Foam (Geauga County)
- Flow Protection – low flow crossings (Monroe County)
- Abutment walls and wing walls (Franklin County, Warren County, Clermont County)
Tentative Schedule*:
Day 1: April 29, 2025
10am-3pm Outdoor Equipment Displays
5pm-7:00pm Indoor Trade Show Reception
10am-12pm Registration
10am-4pm Outdoor Equipment Display
11am-12pm Lunch
12:15pm-2:15pm Technical Sessions**
2:15pm-3:00pm Trade Show Break
3:00pm-5:00pm Technical Sessions**
5:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
6:00pm-7:00pm Reception with all Exhibitors
6:45pm-7:00pm Raffle
Exhibitor Breakdown
Day 2: April 30, 2025
6:30am Coffee available
7:00am-8:00am Breakfast Served
8:00am-11:45am Technical Sessions*
*Schedules are approximate and subject to change upon speaker confirmation
Attendee Information:
Early Bird Registration until April 11, 2025, at 11:59pm.
Government Employee: $249
Non-Government Employee: $299
After April 11th rates increase!
Government Employee: $279
Non-Government Employee: $329
CPDs will be offered.
Exhibitor Information:
Imagine your ROI as you network directly with the users of your products and services! We invite you to bring dynamic indoor and outdoor exhibits and displays. Hands-on experiences and examples work well with this group. Bring your large equipment and new vehicles to display in our outdoor space! Help attendees discover your latest innovations and services.
Supporting Member Discount price*- $419
2025 Supporting Members of CEAO receive a $100 discount
Non-Supporting Members*- $519
If you want to become a 2025 Supporting Member and receive a $100 discount on your exhibit registration, contact Kari Gianangeli at info@ceao.org or call 614-221-0707 to check your membership status.
Additional Exhibitors - $150.00 (includes all meals). All Additional Exhibitors must be part of an existing Exhibitor Registration. CEAO has the authority to modify registrations that have been incorrectly entered.
What’s Included in your Exhibitor Registration?
- Registration includes both indoor and outdoor display areas.
- Trade Show mini-session—During our last session, exhibitors will have a few minutes to introduce themselves and their company.
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Exhibitor Registration is for 1-company representative and includes all meals (lunch, dinner, reception, and breakfast).
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Additional Exhibitors can be registered for $150 each (including all meals) by adding them to your online registration. All Additional Exhibitors must be part of an existing Exhibitor Registration. CEAO has the authority to modify registrations that have been incorrectly entered.
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One 6’ x 30” display table with chair for Indoor Trade Show & Reception.
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Your company name listed on the conference app.
Optional: At the end of the Reception with Exhibitors we will hold an attendee raffle. If you would like to contribute a raffle item to add to the fun, please let us know. Items should be de minimis.
*The earlier you set up your indoor table the more exposure you receive. At Cherry Valley, the indoor trade show is in the same place as lunch and dinner. You’ll be dining with the attendees.
Why should you be an Exhibitor at a CEAO Conference? Click here to find out
Sponsorship Information:
Become a Sponsor Today: Sponsorship Details
Hotel Information:
Cherry Valley Hotel
2299 Cherry Valley Road SE
Newark, OH 43055
Hotel room reservations Group Name: CEAO Bridge Workers Conference
To Reserve Rooms please call: 740-788-1200 or 800-788-8008
Reserve Online: Book Here
Room reservations: $132 + tax per night if reserved by April 7, 2025
Check-in time is 4:00pm.
Rooms may sell out prior to that date, so don't wait to book. To receive our group rate, please be sure to book by April 7, 2025. Room rates are available first come first serve. Rates may increase once the block is full.
Event Cancellation Policy: Any changes to your registration must be made in writing via email to info@ceao.org before no refunds after that date. If you have paid by credit card, a $50 credit card processing fee will be charged for all cancellations. No refunds after April 18. No shows will be billed.
Questions? Contact Amy Lowe, Events Manager, regarding the event; or contact Kari Gianangeli, Business Manager, regarding your company's Supporting Membership status. Office phone: 614-221-0707 or via email at info@ceao.org.
