KBT's 2025 annual
Transportation Conference
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About the Conference
KBT’s 47th Annual Transportation Conference
January 22-24, 2025
Louisville Omni
REGISTER HERE!
Each January, KBT hosts the Commonwealth’s premier multi-modal transportation conference with a focus on advocacy, education, and networking. Industry leaders gather each year to examine the important role a safe, efficient, multi-modal transportation network plays in growing our economy and enhancing quality of life. Attendees will learn from experts that span all modes of transportation, speaking to issues such as modernizing funding mechanisms, innovation and legislative policy issues in the years ahead.
Looking to 2025, we are excited to plan KBT’s 47th Annual Multi-Modal Transportation Conference, presented by CRH Companies, on January 22-24 at the Louisville Omni Hotel. Last year, we welcomed nearly 500 of you from across the Commonwealth including KYTC staff, local governments, businesses both big and small, and most importantly, the best and the brightest minds supporting critical infrastructure development in Kentucky. We are building an engaging and thought-provoking agenda with plenty of time to network. We hope to see you in January!
* Air * Highways, Streets & Roads * Rail * Waterways
* Public Transit * Active Transportation * Safety *
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Industry professionals from across all modes: air, highways, local streets and roads, rail, public transit, waterways, and safety
- Government agencies including elected officials and staff
- Associations and Economic Developement Professionals
WHY ATTEND?
- Meet new friends and visit with old ones
- Small group discussions and large social events
- Share your ideas and concerns with peers
- Learn beyond your field of interest
DLG Credits will be available for all elected County Officials!
$450 Government Rate
$500 KBT Member Rate
$600 Non-KBT Member Rate
Each registered attendee has access to all general and breakout sessions, exhibitor hall, as well as receptions on January 22 and 23, and breakfast and lunch on January 23 and 24.
Refunds available until December 30th. After that date, we will only be able to exchange attendee names.
Conference Lodging and Parking
When: January 22-24, 2025
Where: Louisville Omni Hotel
400 S 2nd Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Reserve a Room
Reserve your room at the Louisville Omni. Conference guest rates are $189 per night (does not include taxes). KBT kindly asks that you reserve your room via the link above, as we are obligated to fill a certain amount of rooms in order to use conference space. If you must call to book your room, please tell them you are with the KBT Conference.
GROUP CUT-OFF RATE IS DECEMBER 30th!
PARKING OPTIONS:
AT THE OMNI (Valet Only)
- Overnight valet parking only ($42 per night, per car)
- Special Event parking rates:
- 0-4 hours: $37 (+ tax)
- 4-8 hours: $40 (+ tax)
Additional public self-parking options are available directly behind or around the hotel. These garages do not have direct access into the hotel. Please be prepared to walk 1-2 blocks, depending upon the garage you choose. Rates vary based upon the garage, but you can expect rates to range between $15 and $27 per night without in & out privileges.
You can find these parking options at: https://louisvilledowntown.
2025 Sponsorship Opportunities
2025 Agenda At-A-Glance
All modes are represented by leaders from both the private and public sector including Highway Contractors, Engineering Consultants, Suppliers, Riverport Authorities, Short Line & Commercial Rail, Biking & Pedestrian Advocates, Public Transit, and Commercial & General Aviation. General schedule is subject to change.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
11:00 am-4:00 pm Exhibitor Setup
3:00 pm KBT Board of Directors Meeting
4:30 pm Conference Check-In Begins
5-7:00 pm Welcome Reception with Exhibitors, Sponsored by Stantec
Dinner On Your Own
Thursday, January 23, 2025
8:00 am Conference Check-In Continues
7:30-8:45 am Breakfast
8:00 am- 4:00 pm Exhibitors and Headshot Booth Open
8:45-11:00 am Welcome and General Sessions
11:15 am Break with Exhibitors
11:30 am Breakout Sessions
12:15 pm KY Transportation Hall of Fame Awards and Luncheon
1:30 Break with Exhibitors
1:45-2:45 pm Breakout Sessions
2:45-4:00 pm General Session
5-7:00 pm Networking Reception- Sponsored by WSP in Falls City Market
Dinner On Your Own
Friday, January 24, 2025,
7:30-8:30 am Breakfast
8-10:00 am Exhibitors Open
8:30-11:00 am General Sessions
11:00 am Breakout Sessions
12:00 pm Closing Keynote Speaker
Closing Remarks
Kentucky Transportation Hall of Fame Awards
The Kentucky Transportation Center (KTC) established the Kentucky Transportation Hall of Fame in 1990 to formally recognize people whose professional contributions have significantly improved the safety, quality, and efficiency of the Commonwealth’s transportation systems. Both public and private sector practitioners are well represented in the Hall of Fame.
The 2025 Hall of Fame winners will be awarded during KBT’s Annual Conference with a luncheon on Thursday, January 24th.
Click the link below to learn more and view the nomination form.
