WHAT'S NEW

Introducing the Cement Conference Subcommittee

The mission of the Cement Conference Subcommittee (CCS) is to support and enhance the IEEE-IAS/ACA Cement Conference (the Conference) and elevate the ACA member experience.  This subcommittee will collaborate with, and support the planning and work done by ACA staff and by the IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Cement Industry Committee (CIC) and Local Organizing Committee (LOC). 

The CCS will ensure alignment with ACA goals, promote member engagement, and foster an inclusive environment that maximizes value for attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors. The CCS will make recommendations related to the Conference promotion.

Committee Leadership:

Co-chairs:

  • Tina McIntrye, Vice President of Public Affairs, CalPortland
  • Anya Gill, Head of Quality Management and Business Process Excellence, thyssenkrupp Polysius North America, Inc.

ACA Staff Liaison: Brenna Hill, Director of Membership & Operations, ACA

We hope that you will join us at this inaugural meeting of the CCS on Tuesday, November 4th at 1:45 pm.

ACA Awards

This year, we’re adding a new way to spotlight excellence in our industry.

Join us Wednesday morning for a special session where this year’s ACA Award recipients will have the opportunity to present their winning projects. You’ll hear directly from the teams behind the work as they share project details, challenges, and photos.

Then, celebrate their achievements with us at the Awards Dinner Celebration that evening, where recipients will be formally recognized.

Don't miss this opportunity to see innovation in action and honor the best in the cement industry.

2025 ACA Awards include:

Chairman’s Safety Performance Awards

Energy and Environment Awards

  • Environmental Performance
  • Innovative Technologies
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Land Stewardship
  • Outreach
  • Overall Excellence

Manufacturing Performance Award

Safety Innovation Awards

ACA ANNUAL MEETING

This year, the ACA Annual Meeting is moving from a brief virtual format to a full in-person session with expanded content and greater engagement.

The meeting will include:

  • Welcome and State of the Organization from ACA President & CEO
  • ACA Board Chair Report
  • Committee Reports highlighting key initiatives and progress
  • A U.S. Cement Industry Economic Forecast
  • Updates on ACA’s strategy, advocacy efforts, and member services

Please join us for breakfast on Thursday and stay for our annual meeting.

This is your opportunity to hear directly from ACA leadership and committee chairs, gain insights on industry trends, and help shape the direction of your association.