August 26, 2025

August 26, 2025

President Trump puts spotlight on asphalt

In the past week and on at least three separate occasions, in remarks about “fixing up” Washington, DC, President Donald Trump made comments that might not have made front-page headlines in most national newspapers. But in the asphalt industry, they certainly did. Why?

Because the President specifically mentioned asphalt as a solution to improving communities – acknowledging its significant role in building, maintaining, and improving America’s roads. For those of us dedicated to this work, it wasn’t a throwaway line. It was recognition of the material, the people, and the partnerships that keep America moving.

Going global: The Road Forward

Experts will lead discussions on the world’s latest innovations in asphalt pavement as part of The Road Forward International Summit in Chicago Sept. 29-Oct. 1.

This first-of-its-kind event brings together the industry’s most sought-after voices on topics ranging from pavement design to decarbonization.

See NAPA in September

NAPA has multiple in-person events in September set to advance asphalt pavement industry priorities across advocacy, workforce and leadership development, and sustainability.

IMPACT Leadership Group Conference
Sept. 8–10, Savannah, Georgia

Ready to see your emerging leaders take their skills to the next level? NAPA’s premier event for up-and-coming leaders in the asphalt pavement industry helps them develop the connections and knowledge they need to make a difference in the industry.

Add the Pickle+Social to your registration and take on your peers in pickleball, the leisure activity turned spectator sport that has swept the nation. Learn the game or develop your skills while networking with the next generation of industry leaders on Tuesday Sept. 9.

Hill Day
Sept. 17–18, Washington, D.C.

Come to the nation's capital to learn more about the asphalt pavement industry's advocacy efforts through tailored programming and join others from across the road construction industry for engaging meetings with your legislators to discuss the industry's priorities.

Diamond window extended to Oct. 31

There is still time to submit your applications for NAPA's Diamond Commendations program.

Self-assessments are available in five categories:

Diamond Achievement
Diamond Achievement Sustainable
Diamond Terminal
Diamond Quality
Diamond Paving

AMC announces election results

With 95 percent of delegates voting, ASTEC’s Eric Baker was elected Vice Chair, while Dynapac’s Jennifer Bishop was elected Secretary.

Next, NAPA President & CEO Audrey Copeland will ratify the results with the Board of Directors.

Hill Day webinars offer advocacy tips ahead of event

For those looking to get a sneak peek at what awaits them at Hill Day in Washington, D.C. Sept. 17-18, there are two opportunities for virtual learning that will help returning advocates and first-timers to get the most out of their visit to the nation's capital.

The Hill Day "Know Before You Go" webinars kick off Aug. 28 with Hill Day 101, aimed at new attendees, while the policy-heavy Hill Day Prep and Issue Review Webinar is set for Sept. 3.