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.

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.