Two conferences. One destination. One powerful exchange of ideas.

The Western Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (WASHTO) Emergency Response Peer Summit and the WASHTO Committee on Maintenance Conference are being held back-to-back, creating a unique opportunity for state DOT leaders, practitioners, and industry partners to come together for an in-depth, solution-focused experience.

Together, these conferences deliver a comprehensive look at how agencies prepare for, respond to, and recover from incidents and events, while also maintaining safe, reliable, and resilient transportation systems every day.

Why Attend

Learn from peers facing the same challenges

These meetings are designed by and for transportation professionals. Attendees will hear real-world case studies, lessons learned, and proven practices from across the western states focused on what works, what doesn’t, and how to improve outcomes. Due to the collaborative, peer-driven nature of these meetings, a limited number of private sector registrations are available to ensure meaningful engagement and balanced discussion. We encourage interested industry partners to register early to secure their participation.

Strengthen emergency readiness and operational resilience

The Emergency Response Peer Summit provides a forum for candid discussion around:

• Incident and emergency response coordination
• Severe weather, wildfire, and natural disaster preparedness
• Interagency communication and field operations
• Protecting responders and the traveling public

See maintenance operations in action

The Committee on Maintenance Conference is built around hands-on learning, featuring district site visits that provide an inside look at how Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) maintenance facilities operate day-to-day.  The program concludes with state reports, giving attendees a clear view of priorities, challenges, and merging practices across the region. 

Highlights include:

• District site visits showcasing maintenance facilities, workflows, and equipment
• Practical demonstrations and peer-to-peer discussions in real operating environments
• Operational insights on asset care, fleet readiness, and workforce practices
• State reports on current conditions, initiatives, and lessons learned

Maximize your time and investment

With the conferences scheduled back-to-back, attendees can gain two high-value programs in one trip, expanded networking, and broaden exposure to ideas and peers.

Why Sponsor

Direct access to decision-makers

Sponsoring places your organization in front of DOT executives, maintenance engineers, emergency response leaders, and operations managers who influence purchasing decisions, policies, and long-term strategy.

Meaningful engagement, not just visibility

WASHTO conferences emphasize conversation and connection. Sponsors are positioned as partners in solving challenges, not just vendors on the sidelines.

Showcase solutions where they matter most

Emergency response and maintenance are mission-critical DOT functions. Sponsorship allows you to demonstrate how your products, services, and expertise:

• Improve safety and response times
• Increase operational efficiency
• Reduce costs and risk
• Support workforce effectiveness

Stand out across two audiences

With two conferences and overlapping attendance, sponsors benefit from extended exposure and the ability to engage with a wider cross-section of transportation professionals in one setting.