ACEC/Massachusetts

Early Bird Ends In 2 Days: Presented in a virtual format, the Business of Design Consulting is a seven week program developed to build management expertise and leadership to help your firm thrive. Taught by experienced industry practitioners, the agenda covers the critical topics every A/E firm needs to know to succeed despite an ever-changing business environment. Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q040Xvlp0

The Practice Area Summit offers members an unmatched opportunity to connect with peers who understand their challenges, exchange real-world ideas, explore emerging trends and, gain insights for growth and success in their firms. Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q040KCZd0

Lead Change with Confidence, Clarity, and Impact: In today’s rapidly evolving engineering landscape, leaders need the skills to guide teams through transitions, reduce resistance, and ensure new processes, technologies, and strategies deliver their intended value. ACEC is excited to partner with Prosci to offer their Change Management Certification Program, an immersive learning experience that leverages Prosci’s globally recognized methodology and the ADKAR® Model, enabling participants to apply best practices directly to their active projects. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q040JrK70 ➡️Earn: Distinction of being a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner ➡️Presented by: Betsy Bond

Registration for Annual Convention 2026 is now open! Join your peers for this pivotal three-day event to engage with policymakers and gain insights into the forces shaping the engineering industry. With reauthorization of expiring surface transportation and water infrastructure programs at the top of the legislative agenda, it’s a critical time to get the latest updates and make your voice heard. As Congress and the Administration debate funding levels, project delivery permitting reforms, and other critical policy issues, this summit will equip you with the political intelligence and strategic perspective to position your firm for success. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q040YJ2s0

The Future of Engineering Roundtable Series: The Ideal Employer - What the Next Generation of Engineers is Really Looking For What does the “ideal employer” look like to today’s emerging engineering talent? Drawing on insights from the ACEC Research Institute’s Workforce of the Future Study, this session explores the attributes, expectations, and decision drivers that define how engineering students and early-career professionals evaluate firms. The findings reveal a nuanced picture of what truly matters: meaningful work, transparent career pathways, supportive managers, flexible work environments, opportunities for rapid learning, and a culture that aligns with personal values ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q03-nht10 ➡️February 4

Project Management 101: Laying the Foundation for Superior Project Managers We get it. Foundational, technical skills are important. You have to keep your skills up to date, so new knowledge is also important. But what’s even more important is that the knowledge gained adheres to your firm’s processes and protocols. Project Management 101: Laying the Foundation for Superior Project Managers will strengthen a PM’s communication skills with practical information and real-world case studies so that they have the project management confidence that fits your unique workflow specifications. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q03-p0YZ0

Join the Small Firm Coalition Roundtable on January 22nd! What to Expect: ➡️Timely advocacy update: Hear the latest policy and regulatory developments affecting land development from ACEC's Steve Hall ➡️Interactive discussion: A guided, participatory roundtable where members can ask questions, share pain points, and help shape SFC priorities. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q03-p7gH0

Lead Change with Confidence, Clarity, and Impact: In today’s rapidly evolving engineering landscape, leaders need the skills to guide teams through transitions, reduce resistance, and ensure new processes, technologies, and strategies deliver their intended value. ACEC is excited to partner with Prosci to offer their Change Management Certification Program, an immersive learning experience that leverages Prosci’s globally recognized methodology and the ADKAR® Model, enabling participants to apply best practices directly to their active projects. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q03-sHNy0 ➡️Earn: Distinction of being a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner ➡️Presented by: Betsy Bond

Ready to make Engineers Week 2026 a success? 🌟 Begin planning now to honor the professionals who improve our world, shape our future, and spark curiosity in STEM careers. ✅ Engage your team. ✅ Connect with schools. ✅ Share your story. #ACECEWeek2026 #Eweek2026 #ACEC Get started now: hubs.la/Q03-qFRv0

In the Islands Region, Dukes County has returned to Normal Conditions, and Nantucket County has moved to a Level 3–Critical Drought. Conditions remain unchanged in the Western, Connecticut River Valley, and Cape Cod Regions.

As of today, the Central and Northeast Regions of the state have worsened to a Level 2–Significant Drought. Conditions have also declined in nearly all other regions, moving the Southeast Region to a Level–1 Mild Drought and the Millers River Basin to a Level 3-Critical Drought.

WSP Global to acquire U.S.-based TRC Companies in an all-cash deal valued at $4.5B bnnbloomberg.ca/business/compa…

Get the inside scoop on what’s really happening in the professional liability insurance market. Engineering Inc. breaks down key insights from the 2024 PLI Carrier Survey—rates, claims, underwriting shifts, and emerging risks: hubs.la/Q03XJBJx0

Every winter, the ACEC Coalitions community comes together to meet, learn, and lead—but this year’s gathering brings a renewed focus on connection, relevance, and real-world leadership. The Coalitions Conference is the premier event for professionals across our practice-area coalitions and small firm leadership community. To reflect the diverse needs of our members, attendees may choose between two distinct conference events, each offering a high-impact environment for meaningful conversation, shared learning, and practical insights. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q03X-mJh0

ACEC's conversation with Lisa Robert is now live! Lisa offers an in-depth look at the firm’s expanding journey into employee ownership and how it’s reshaping every corner of the organization. Robert explains why broadening participation through all-associate stock offerings has become a powerful cultural engine—strengthening retention, enhancing recruitment, and creating a deeper sense of shared purpose across teams. ➡️Watch or Listen to the Episode: hubs.la/Q03X-X5J0

Project Management 101: Laying the Foundation for Superior Project Managers We get it. Foundational, technical skills are important. You have to keep your skills up to date, so new knowledge is also important. But what’s even more important is that the knowledge gained adheres to your firm’s processes and protocols. Project Management 101: Laying the Foundation for Superior Project Managers will strengthen a PM’s communication skills with practical information and real-world case studies so that they have the project management confidence that fits your unique workflow specifications. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q03X_nD_0

2025 is winding down but 2026 will start off fast! Don't lose time - Engineers Week is right around the corner in February. Start planning your celebration today with ACEC's resource guide: acec.org/news/engineers…

Project Management 101: Laying the Foundation for Superior Project Managers We get it. Foundational, technical skills are important. You have to keep your skills up to date, so new knowledge is also important. But what’s even more important is that the knowledge gained adheres to your firm’s processes and protocols. Project Management 101: Laying the Foundation for Superior Project Managers will strengthen a PM’s communication skills with practical information and real-world case studies so that they have the project management confidence that fits your unique workflow specifications. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q03XsXsW0

Every winter, the ACEC Coalitions community comes together to meet, learn, and lead—but this year’s gathering brings a renewed focus on connection, relevance, and real-world leadership. The Coalitions Conference is the premier event for professionals across our practice-area coalitions and small firm leadership community. To reflect the diverse needs of our members, attendees may choose between two distinct conference events, each offering a high-impact environment for meaningful conversation, shared learning, and practical insights. ➡️Learn More & Register Now: hubs.la/Q03Xtc5L0

If you’re a small firm, structural engineer, MEP, geoprofessionals, land development, or a professional surveyor, ACEC Coalitions are now your home base. You don’t pay dues anymore. You join as an individual because that’s where the real value is: real conversations, real peers, real insights. ➡️Join a Coalition: hubs.la/Q03XmCdB0