Join industry leaders and AIAI members for breakfast and an interactive conversation specifically tailored to the needs of public agencies evaluating P3s. This breakfast workshop is designed for those beginning to explore P3s, helping them understand where P3s are applicable, and how they can save money and time when dealing with upgrades, repairs, and maintenance. Learn when P3s do or do not make sense, and what major considerations need to be made when choosing this route, including the critical first steps.

Join us for this dynamic keynote as we hear from Morteza Farajian, Executive Director of the Build America Bureau at the U.S. Department of Transportation.

The Build America Bureau has established the Innovative Finance & Asset Concession Grant program to help public entities fund and explore innovative approaches for the delivery of infrastructure projects. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has a history of successful delivery of projects using alternative delivery and public private partnerships. As the first recipient of this grant, MDOT is building a more programmatic framework and embedding alternative delivery assessments into the organization to optimize its capital program and advance key policy priorities. In this panel representatives from MDOT and USDOT Build America Bureau will discuss objectives, lessons learned and opportunities for how to better incorporate these processes in the planning and assessment process, work closer with the federal government, and deliver better results for constituents.

Step inside a real-world P3 “match” and follow its journey from concept to impact. In this 90-minute interactive session, we begin with a concise project overview from the public-sector owner, exploring the vision, chosen delivery model, financing structure, partner selection, and current status. We then open the conversation to key partners and industry observers for candid insights on what made the match work — or where challenges emerged — and what the project means for the future of similar partnerships. The session concludes with roundtable discussions where attendees examine specific aspects such as procurement, design, financing, construction, community engagement, negotiations, and risk management. Learn more about our first "Inside the Match: Transportation" below:

In December 2025, Transurban and the Virginia Department of Transportation will open the 495 Express Lanes Northern Extension (Project NEXT) to traffic. The latest installment of the public-private partnership that has unlocked mobility in the Washington, D.C. region.

NEXT is one of several enhancements and extensions Transurban has undertaken during its partnership with VDOT—based on that long-term relationship that has established trust and fostered collaboration between the partners. Transurban has worked with the Commonwealth across seven administrations for over 15 years, enabling faster, more reliable trips on the 95, 395, and 495 Express Lanes—and now, with NEXT, through one of the worst bottlenecks in the region.

In addition to increasing mobility in the region, this project also makes significant community investments, including new stormwater management, local stream restoration, two more miles of multi-use paths that connect regional trails, and bridge rehabilitation and widening.

Leveraging low interest rates during the covid pandemic, the project was funded via refinancing of Transurban’s other assets in the Washington, D.C. region—reducing costs through lower rates while also combining creative funding solutions such as TIFIA and PABs.

The modernization of America's infrastructure often encounters challenges related to a complex, time-consuming, and multi-jurisdictional permitting and regulatory processes. These can introduce significant project risks and escalate costs, which may influence private sector interest despite a growing need for public-private partnerships (P3s) to deliver essential projects. This panel discussion will explore how recent and proposed changes to the regulatory landscape - from federal rollbacks to state-level initiatives and new court decisions - could serve as a catalyst for a new era of infrastructure development by creating a more predictable and efficient environment.

Drawing on expert analysis from leading voices, we will examine the direct economic impacts of streamlining permitting and evaluate whether regulatory reform can truly accelerate investment and lead to better project outcomes. The conversation aims to bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, which may include a developer to share on-the-ground experiences with navigating current approval systems, a state agency official to provide a government perspective on implementation and community engagement, a policy analyst to break down the legislative and economic implications of policy shifts, and an environmental lawyer to discuss the legal framework and potential challenges.

Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the current permitting environment, the tangible benefits and trade-offs of reform, and actionable insights on how to foster a more predictable and collaborative ecosystem for P3s. The discussion aims to bridge the gap between policy theory and practical project delivery.

Step inside a real-world P3 “match” and follow its journey from concept to impact. In this 90-minute interactive session, we begin with a concise project overview from the public-sector owner, exploring the vision, chosen delivery model, financing structure, partner selection, and current status. We then open the conversation to key partners and industry observers for candid insights on what made the match work — or where challenges emerged — and what the project means for the future of similar partnerships. The session concludes with roundtable discussions where attendees examine specific aspects such as procurement, design, financing, construction, community engagement, negotiations, and risk management. Walk away with a deeper understanding of the decisions, relationships, and strategies that bring the right matches to life.

Gaining public and political trust through effective media strategy and clear messaging is critical in successful Public-Private Partnerships (P3s). ADOT panelists will explore how communication influences public perception and political support for major infrastructure investments, with a focus on some of Arizona Department of Transportation’s (ADOT) P3 initiatives. Attendees will gain insight into best practices for aligning public messaging with community values, leveraging media platforms for transparency, and building political trust to ensure long-term project success. Central to this success is the close collaboration between ADOT’s project management and communications team, working in lockstep to align messaging with technical milestones, address public concerns, and ensure consistency across outreach efforts. This  panel discussion will also highlight the evolving role of public information officers and outreach professionals in shaping narratives that foster confidence in P3 models.