2026 Agenda
Exhibit Hall Hours
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Education Hours
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 8:00 AM - 5:15 PM
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Show ends at 6:00 PM
Times, sessions and speakers are subject to change.
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Annual Board Meeting*
*Open to all Construction & Demolition Recycling Association members in good standing.
11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Registration Open
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Exhibitor Setup in Exhibit Hall
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Annual Board Meeting - Closed Session*
*Only open to current Construction & Demolition Recycling Association Board members
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Workshop: Understanding RCI Certification
During this informative workshop, the Recycling Certification Institute (RCI) shares what it takes for companies to become certified and how that certification adds value for your business.
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Opening Reception in Exhibit Hall
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Registration Open
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
8:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Keynote: The Power of Understanding People
This interactive keynote equips attendees with actionable tools and techniques to support their individual communication and leadership styles. Through engaging, humorous content, attendees uncover the cornerstone of high performance and learn practical strategies for enhancing communication, teamwork, employee engagement, customer service excellence and influence.
9:15 AM – 9:45 AM
CDRA Annual Meeting
Members will learn about the valuable programs the Construction & Demolition Recycling Association has developed, gain insights into current business activities and discover what the association has planned for the year ahead.
9:45 AM – 10:15 AM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall
10:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Technology Forum
Learn about some of the industry's most innovative technology solutions for processing today's material streams.
12:15 PM – 1:45 PM
Networking Lunch in Exhibit Hall
1:45 PM – 2:30 PM
CDRA Awards Ceremony
Join us for the presentation of the Construction & Demolition Recycling Association's prestigious industry awards.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Notes from the Jobsite: General Contractor Insights
An inside look at how construction contractors are looking at recycling and materials diversion at their jobsites.
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Unlocking the Value of Recovered Materials
Industry experts share their innovative approaches to turning recovered materials into valuable, marketable products.
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Networking Reception in Exhibit Hall
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
CDRA Issues & Education Fundraiser
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration Open
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Community Engagement: Building Relationships to Ensure Our Industry is Understood
Learn how industry leaders are building strong relationships with local policymakers to ensure they have a voice to help shape policy and regulation.
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall
9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Rapid Fire CDRA Committee Updates
Construction & Demolition Recycling Association committee chairs present brief reports outlining the work and progress of their respective committees.
Speaker
Leroy Taggart
Senior Vice President, Property & Casualty, Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC
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10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Preparing for Natural Disasters
Discover how construction and demolition recycling facilities can proactively prepare to support cleanup efforts following natural disasters. Learn proven best practices for resource mobilization, debris management and partnering with local agencies.
12:15 PM – 1:45 PM
Networking Lunch in Exhibit Hall
1:45 PM – 2:45 PM
Innovative Approaches to Landfill Conservation
Preserving the valuable airspace in landfills is the subject of this informative panel. From recycling activities to successfully mining a landfill, this session will deliver valuable insights.
Speaker
Pete Ristagno Jr.
Co-Owner and CEO, Pete & Pete Container Service Inc./Boyas Excavating
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2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
Networking Refreshment Break
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Managing the Threat of Battery Fires
Hear from a range of trade association representatives about the efforts they are undertaking to address the threat of battery fires in waste and recycling operations.
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Navigating M&A: A Practical Guide
Thinking about a merger or acquisition (M&A) but unsure where to start? Join these experts for a discussion on key steps, actionable insights, what to expect and where to find the right information to make smart business and financial decisions.