Wednesday Opening General Session
Join conference attendees Wednesday afternoon for the opening session of the 2025 APAI Winter Conference and Expo! After APAI officially kicks off the conference, hear insights from industry expert Dr. Vince Hafeli, President of Ajax Paving, on Physical Safety in the Workplace. Vince will discuss important lessons in strengthening physical safety in construction. He explores how attention, decision-making, and situational awareness—the foundations of jobsite safety—are influenced not only by training and equipment but also by workers’ overall well-being. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how fostering a supportive environment helps reduce accidents, protect lives, and reinforce a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Following the opening general session, reflect on the 2025 construction season as INDOT's Division of Materials and Tests presents INDOT's Asphalt Updates and 2025 Pay Factor Metrics. They'll dive into the hottest asphalt topics including a summary of QC/QA pay factors, recent and upcoming asphalt changes for materials, construction, and design, and how industry and INDOT continue to collaborate to improve the quality and performance of Indiana's asphalt roadways.
Thursday Keynote General Session
Indiana LTAP Director Dr. John Haddock, PE and INDOT Commissioner Lyndsay Quist, PE will deliver agency outlooks, highlighting the achievements of Indiana’s NextLevel Roads and Community Crossings initiatives.
Colonel (Ret.) Mark Tillman will deliver this year’s keynote address - Air Force One: Zero Fail Mission.
As the nation's 12th Presidential pilot, Col. Tillman served as pilot and commander of Air Force One from 2001-2009. Most notably, he protected the President on September 11, 2001 by connecting the flying oval office to the nation's first responders.
Col. Tillman was the first pilot to fly the president into a war zone. The challenge was unprecedented-transport the most targeted man in the world into the heart of terrorism. One mistake would have left the President open to attack and cost the lives of US service members. Col. Tillman personally orchestrated and executed the covert operation with flawless success.
Indiana Quality Asphalt Pavement & Safe Worker Awards Luncheon
Celebrate the achievements of Indiana’s 2025 construction season at the APAI Quality Pavement and Safety Awards Luncheon!
Join colleagues, clients, and customers as we honor outstanding paving projects from across the state—recognized for exceptional workmanship and innovative technologies. We’ll also recognize Indiana’s road construction professionals who set the standard for safety and leadership within their companies.
Quality Asphalt Pavement Award categories include:
- INDOT projects > 10,000 Tons
- INDOT projects < 10,000 Tons
- Public Agency Roadway > 3,000 Tons
- Public Agency Roadway < 3,000 Tons
- Other Projects > 3,000 Tons
- Other Projects < 3,000 Tons
APAI Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Scholarship Awards Banquet
Get ready for one of the most memorable nights of the year—the Indiana Asphalt Hall of Fame Ceremony and Scholarship Awards Banquet!
We’ll roll out the red carpet to honor the 2025 inductees, celebrating their incredible careers and lasting impact on our industry.
But that’s not all—over $45,000 in scholarships will be awarded to bright students from six Indiana universities, fueling the future of asphalt innovation. This formal banquet is the pinnacle of the 2025 APAI Winter Conference & Expo—an evening filled with recognition, celebration, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass with friends and colleagues!
Asphalt After Party
Get ready for an unforgettable Thursday night social! Mix, mingle, and make memories with fellow conference attendees while enjoying a lineup of fun games—cornhole, darts, pool, skeeball, and yes, even FOWLING!
Grab a drink from the bar, hang out with industry friends, and meet some new ones along the way. With prizes up for grabs and fun for everyone, this is one night you won’t want to miss!
APAI Annual Briefing
Join APAI Executive Director Kirsten Fowler, outgoing President Scott Stine, and incoming President Kevin Kruckeberg as they share the State of the Association, highlight key accomplishments, and recognize the 2025 Board of Directors for their service. You’ll also hear what’s ahead for APAI and the asphalt industry. This session is open to all conference attendees—members and non-members alike—so don’t miss the opportunity to connect with the leaders shaping our future.
Closing General Session: Breaking the Silence - Suicide and Mental Health in Construction
Join us for a powerful closing keynote that addresses one of the most critical issues facing our industry today—mental health.
Dr. Vince Hafeli returns to deliver a powerful and deeply personal keynote on one of the industry’s most pressing challenges: suicide and mental health. Drawing on decades of leadership experience and his groundbreaking research on mental health in the construction workforce, Vince challenges the stigma that keeps too many silent.
This presentation sheds light on the alarming realities facing construction workers, explores the connection between safety, culture, and mental health, and provides practical steps organizations can take to create supportive environments. Attendees will leave with renewed awareness, actionable strategies, and the inspiration to lead with compassion—helping ensure that no worker feels they must struggle alone.