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Update as of 5/12/2020

An Update and Information on NASTT Networking & Communication Platforms

It’s hard to summarize the impact COVID-19 pandemic has had on the world and how, in just a few short weeks, we can go from looking forward to a projected record turnout at the world’s largest trenchless event – NASTT’s No-Dig Show – to making sure our amazing essential services keep operating and that we are protecting each other.

In these times the role of a not-for profit association changes dramatically. From working to promote our industry proactively we’ve also had to quickly adapt to provide support for our members, exhibitors and sponsors during rapidly changing circumstances. Currently we are providing alternative platforms to enable you to communicate and network with trenchless colleagues and friends while wait out the daily changes in this situation.

The NASTT Board of Directors and Staff are determined, if possible, safe, and appropriate to deliver, an industry leading event in our 30th year. We are working to provide details as soon as a national recovery allows us to announce the information. 

We are also exploring options with our regional events as well as virtual experiences to provide a wide range of learning and networking opportunities for members and attendees.

As we put these events into place please use our social media platforms and visit your Talk Trenchless online community at talk-trenchless.nastt.org where there are various group discussions and forums with networking opportunities to allow you to keep in contact. We have set up a specific COVID-19 Resource Center with links to various supporting organizations giving helpful information and advice. We encourage members to post their recommendations to share experiences and assist others. In addition, we are offering free posting and searching on our Industry Job Board link page.

We continue to share industry stories and news through our weekly e-newsletter and our websites, nastt.org and nodigshow.com, are continually updated with information. You can also contact us directly at info@nastt.org.

Trenchless technology globally is a special industry to be involved in. We are used to working at the cutting edge and reacting to circumstances outside of our control. We are proud to be your association through these times as we support each other.

Matthew Izzard

NASTT Executive Director

 

Hotel Reservations Update:

We’d like to share some good news despite the recent disappointing announcement of the postponement of the 2020 NASTT No-Dig Show in Denver, Colorado due to the COVID-19 crisis. We’ve been working closely with the Hyatt Regency Denver at the Colorado Convention Center and have been able to secure full refunds on previously non-refundable deposits on reservations that were made through our official No-Dig Show room block. The Hyatt Regency is currently processing the refunds and has requested a 15-30 day period in order to do so. Any rooms booked at the Hyatt House Denver Downtown or Hyatt Place Denver Downtown through the official room block will be cancelled as well. These properties did not collect a deposit, so no refunds are necessary.

We’d like to thank the Hyatt Regency as well as the Hyatt House and Hyatt Place for working quickly to reverse any charges and reservations. We’d also like to thank our attendees, exhibitors and sponsors for their patience and support during this time, as we work to re-imagine the 2020 NASTT No-Dig Show. We will continue to communicate additional updates on our plans as things evolve. As soon as updates are available they will be posted.

 

NASTT No-Dig Show Information Related to COVID-19 Coronavirus

Due to the COVID-19 response situation going on throughout the United States and Canada, NASTT must unfortunately announce the postponement of the 2020 NASTT No-Dig Show, originally scheduled for April 5-9 in Denver, Colorado.

Despite our best efforts to keep things running as scheduled, the Colorado Convention Center has been instructed to cancel all events through mid-April, which unfortunately includes our planned conference. Further, space for our conference to be held later this year at the Denver Convention Center is not currently available. For these reasons we are beginning to look at alternatives to bring you a memorable and valuable trenchless event, in this, our 30th year of trenchless education.

“Our community has experienced significant impacts over the past few weeks which have escalated in the last 72 hours and include corporate travels bans, government travel bans, venues closing, and public events and gatherings postponed in order to protect the health and wellness of our citizens.

We are confident that we will be able to switch gears and make alternate arrangements for the 2020 NASTT No-Dig Show and we look forward to communicating these changes to you in the coming days and weeks.”
– Craig Vandaelle, Chair NASTT Board of Directors

Solving complex challenges is nothing new to our industry. All of us here at NASTT are hard at work shifting directions and implementing creative approaches to bring our members, attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and students the high-quality technical and educational content that you have come to expect from NASTT. We appreciate your trust and patience that we will be contacting you shortly with more details about our plans moving forward.

We want to assure you of our commitment to bringing our industry together again — safely — at our rescheduled/re-imagined 2020 NASTT No-Dig Show.

The Board of Directors and the NASTT staff thank you all for your understanding and continued support of NASTT. We look forward to seeing you all soon!

Sincerely,

Matthew Izzard – NASTT Executive Director
Craig Vandaelle – NASTT Board of Directors Chair
Michelle Hill – NASTT Program Director
Brittany Cline – Benjamin Media Events Manager

View NASTT’s No-Dig Show Services and Policies.

Do I have to be a member of NASTT to attend?

No, you do not have to be a member of NASTT to attend, but you do need to be a current member to register at the member rate.  If you are not a member, you can register at the non-member rate which in return comes with an NASTT Individual Membership.

Contact Renee Corea, NASTT Membership Administrator, if you have questions regarding your membership.

Can I get Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for attending technical paper sessions?

NASTT, in conjunction with Louisiana Tech University, will award one CEU/ten PDHs for every ten hours of six-track technical paper participation. CEUs/PDHs will also be awarded for the Trenchless Technology Short Course – New Installation, Trenchless Technology Short Course – Rehabilitation, Grouting Course, Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Good Practices Course, Sewer Laterals Good Practices Course, Horizontal Directional Drilling Good Practices Course, Pipe Bursting Good Practices Course, New Installation Methods Good Practices Course, and Gas Good Practices Course. To be eligible to receive CEUs, you must:

  • Register for this show as a full conference attendee or a full conference exhibitor.
  • Make sure your name badge is scanned upon entering and leaving each conference session.
  • Complete an evaluation form for each session attended.

Note: 11.5 PDHs or 1.15 CEUs are available if attending all three days of track sessions. Certificates will be mailed out within 90 days after the conference.

Registration Information

When does registration open and what are the rates?

Registration will open in October, 2020 and you can view all the registration option fees here.

How do I register?

You can register three ways:

  1. Online.
  2. Onsite during the conference.
  3. Mail or fax the registration form here:
    NASTT
    14500 Lorain Ave. #110063
    Cleveland, OH 44111
    Fax: 330-468-2289

What are the hours for onsite registration?

  • Sunday,  March 28, 2021 – 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Monday, March 29, 2021 – 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday, March 30, 2021 – 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday, April 1, 2021 – 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

What does my registration include?

Full Conference Member registrations includes access to all presentations and the exhibit hall all days of the conference. It also permits you into the Kick-Off Breakfast, NASTT’s Annual Educational Fund Auction and the Closing Luncheon.

Full Conference Non-Member registrations include an NASTT Individual Membership for 2021, so you will become a member after the show.

Exhibits Only Pass permits you into the exhibit hall all 3 days the hall is open, and you can also attend the Auction on Monday night.

One-Day Passes permit you to the sessions for your desired day, and the exhibit hall for all 3 days.

What events does my registration get me into?

Full Conference Attendees: By registering as a Full-Conference Attendee, you have access to the Kick-off Breakfast, NASTT’s Annual Educational Fund Auction and the Closing Lunch. Please note the Kick-off Breakfast and Closing Luncheon are first-come, first-serve events; if you arrive on time, you should get a seat!

Exhibit Hall-Only Attendees: By registering as an Exhibit Hall-Only Attendee, you have access to the Exhibit Hall and NASTT’s Annual Educational Fund Auction. Don’t forget to check out the items in the Silent Auction. They will be on display near the registration booths when the conference begins.

When will I receive my registration confirmation?

Your registration confirmation should come to the email address you provided with your registration immediately following your submittal.  Save your confirmation email. You will need to present the bar code included in your confirmation email at the onsite registration desk in order to receive your name badge.

What is the cancellation policy?

Any cancellations must be submitted by 3/8/2020 for an 80% refund. No refunds will be issued after 3/8/2020.

Are there press registrations available?

Press registrations can be arranged, please contact Vicki Losh to facilitate those passes.

Are there any discounts available?

If you register by 2/28/2021 you will receive the Early Registration Rate.

Hotel & Transportation Information

Where will the show take place?

NASTT’s 2021 No-Dig Show will take place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

What type of transportation is available from the airport?

1. Local Bus: $2 per person
2. Uber: $40
3. Taxi: $40

Exhibit Hall Information

When is the exhibit hall open for attendees?

The exhibit hall is open for attendees during these specific hours, which are also non-compete hours:

  • Monday, March 29, 2021: 11:45 AM – 3:45 PM
  • Tuesday, March 30, 2021: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday, April 1, 2021: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

What companies are exhibiting?

Click here to view the list of exhibitors.

Event Information

What networking opportunities are at NASTT’s 2021 No-Dig Show?

Be sure to take advantage of the following networking events:

Kick-Off Breakfast

Monday, March 29, 2021, 7:30 – 9:15 AM – Full conference attendees are invited to rise and shine at the Kick-Off Breakfast! The morning will provide a fun mix of networking, good food, the much-anticipated NASTT and Trenchless Technology awards as well as unforgettable entertainment. This year’s esteemed awards will include NASTT’s 2020 Outstanding Papers in Rehabilitation and New Installation, as well as Trenchless Technology’s 2021 Person of the Year and 2020 Projects of the Year.

NASTT’s Annual Educational Fund Auction & Reception

Monday, March 29, 2021, 5:30 – 7:00 PM – Mark your calendars for NASTT’s fundraising social event of the year – the 20th annual Educational Fund Auction and Reception!  Since 2002, NASTT has raised more than $1,000,000 to support our educational initiatives. Due to your generosity, NASTT is able to sponsor students’ attendance at the No-Dig Show, award scholarships and provide targeted training courses to the membership at large. This year’s event will feature an exciting auction, a costume contest and the popular Tropical and 50/50 raffles!

Gala Awards Dinner

Tuesday March 30, 2021, 7:00-10:00 PM – You are cordially invited to attend the trenchless industry’s premiere awards dinner! Join leaders and colleagues from across the industry while we honor those who have accomplished outstanding achievement in their respective fields. NASTT will present and recognize its Hall of Fame Class of 2020, as well as the Chair’s Award for Outstanding Lifetime Service, the Trent Ralston Award for Young Trenchless Achievement and the Joseph L. Abbott Jr. Innovative Product Awards. (Note: this is a ticketed event, we recommend purchasing your tickets in advance online.)

Closing Lunch

Wednesday, April 1, 2021, 12:30 – 2:00 PM – The Closing Lunch is the final event of NASTT’s No-Dig Show. This great networking lunch will give everyone an opportunity to say goodbye to the friends they have met and make plans to work with these new contacts throughout the year. At the closing lunch you will hear from our next Program Chair on what is in store for NASTT’s 2022 No-Dig Show.

Is there a dress code?

NASTT’s No-Dig Show does not require any type of dress code. Be prepared to network with underground infrastructure professionals, colleagues and peers.

If you are attending the Gala Awards Dinner, the event is a black-tie affair. This is your opportunity to dress-up and celebrate the great achievements within the society of underground infrastructure.

Still have questions? View the Contact Information page.