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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Workshops
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Golf Outing
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Welcome Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Welcome
7:45 AM
General & Breakout Sessions
8:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Lunch Buffet & Awards
12:00 PM - 1:20 PM
General & Breakout Sessions
1:30 PM - 4:20 PM
Summit Reception & Door Prizes
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Breakfast with Exhibitors
7:00 AM - 8:50 AM
General & Breakout Sessions
9:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Closing Session with door prizes
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Registration
Tuesday - Thursday
$289 – Early Bird Rate
$329 – after 8/25/26
$379 – after 9/29/26
Includes name badge for entry to receptions/meals
and Exhibit Hall plus all Wednesday/Thursday sessions.
Workshops will be an additional cost.
Attendees are invited to Wednesday evening’s reception when the Exhibit Hall opens from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Group Rates
Register three (3) attendees or more from same
company and save 5%.
company and save 10%.
Workshops will be an additional cost.
One Day Pass $235
This pass is for Wednesday, October 21, from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM only. Includes entrance to all sessions, Exhibit Hall, and meals.
Got Questions? Contact Us 501-548-6363 thesummit@aligningchange.com
Who Attends the Summit?
The Summit brings together a diverse and dynamic group of industry leaders and professionals, including:
- Skilled excavators and expert utility locators
- Key personnel from gas, water, electric, and telecommunications companies
- Influential municipal and county officials
- Decision-makers from state and federal regulatory agencies
- Representatives from New Mexico 811
- Dedicated individuals committed to the safe installation and protection of underground utility lines
Join the conversation, expand your network, and be part of the movement shaping the future of underground utility safety and innovation.
Don’t Miss the Summit – Here’s Why You Should Be Here!
- Expand Your Network: Connect with key players across industries and gain new perspectives
- Champion Safety: Be a voice for safe excavation and the protection of underground infrastructure
- Stay Ahead of the Curve: Discover cutting-edge trends and breakthrough technologies
- Level Up Your Skills: Learn from industry experts in dynamic training sessions and hands-on workshops
- Be In the Know: Get critical updates on New Mexico’s dig law — and how it impacts you
Join us for an event that informs, inspires, and empowers. See you at the Summit!
Why Exhibit?
Put your brand in the spotlight at the premier event for damage prevention in the state! This is your opportunity to connect face-to-face with a highly targeted audience of industry professional decision-makers who are actively seeking the latest tools, technologies, and solutions. Showcase your products and services, build lasting relationships, and generate quality leads in an environment designed for business growth. With multiple networking opportunities throughout the event, you’ll have many chances to engage attendees. Many of our exhibitors tell us this is THE event to be at to visit with current clients and get solid leads on new prospects. Don’t miss this unmatched platform to elevate your brand and drive your business forward!
Registration
10x10 Early Rate:
$675 Without Power
$770 With Power
10x10 After 9/21/2026:
$725 Without Power
$820 With Power
10x20 Early Rate:
$925 Without Power
$1020 With Power
10x20 After 9/21/2026:
$975 Without Power
$1070 With Power
Includes:
- 10×10 pipe & drape booth plus carpet
- One exhibitor badge (includes entry to meals/sessions)
- One skirted table
- Two chairs
- Wastebasket
- Company sign
Additional Exhibitor Badges available for $250/person
Exhibit Hall Schedule
Tuesday, October 20
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Exhibitor Set up
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM - Exhibit Hall open for NMRCGA Reception
Wednesday, October 21
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM - Breakfast with Exhibitors
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM - Exhibit Hall open
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM - NMRCGA Reception
Thursday, October 22
7:00 AM – 8: 50 AM - Breakfast with Exhibitors
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Exhibitor teardown
Inbound/Outbound Shipping
Inbound Shipping*:
Isleta Resort & Casino
NM Summit - Contact name/company
11000 Broadway SE
Albuquerque, NM 87105
Boxes cannot arrive before 10/16/26.
*Crates/pallets shipments must go through exhibit company, info coming soon.
Outbound Shipping:
Pick-up must be scheduled with the carrier, and all boxes must have labels.
List of Exhibitors
ACTS Now, Inc
Amigo Machinery/Sonsray Machinery
AUI Inc
Bascom-Turner Instruments
Benchmark Subsurface Utility Services
Bermex, Inc
Bixby Electric, Inc
BOSS811
Columbia Southern University
Denca Construction LLC
Devon Energy
Ditch Witch Sales of New Mexico
Ezee Fiber
FlagShooter
Green Equipment Company
GridHawk/LineQuest
Gulf Atlantic Supply
Irth
Judgment Index
KGM Gas
Locate Point
MESA Products
MT Private Locating Services, LL
New Mexico 811
New Mexico Gas Company
NMRCGA
Norfield
Northern Lights Locating & Inspection
Paradigm
Pergam Technical Services
Pipe View America
Pipeline Safety Bureau
PNM
RoadSafe Traffic Systems, Inc
Rust-Oleum
SECOR
Southwest Distributors, LLC
Sparus
Staking University
Tecsolutions Consultants LLC
USIC
Vulcan Utility Signs
The Summit Happens Thanks to You — Our Awesome Sponsors!
Want to get your name out there and support a great cause? Jump in as a sponsor!
Here’s what you get:
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Shoutout in the Summit Agenda
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Your logo featured on the Summit website
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Prime booth space, front and center
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A spotlight as a key player in promoting damage prevention
It’s a win-win — support the Summit and get noticed!
Let’s make it happen together.
PLATINUM – $10,000 (Only one available)
Includes a double booth
Eight name badges
Four golf spots
GOLD – $5000
Includes a single booth
Four name badges
Three golf spots
PILLAR - $5000
Six name badges
Two golf spots
SILVER – $2500
Includes a single booth
Two golf spots
Two name badges
Company logo on marketing materials
BRONZE – $1500
Includes a single booth
One name badge
Company logo on marketing materials
RECEPTION – $500
Sponsor an evening reception.
4 spots available
GOLF SPONSORSHIP
Signage at the event - $100
Custom sponsorships are available, too!
Call us if you are interested!
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Damage Investigation Training – $200
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor: Roger Cox
ACTS Now Inc.
OK, you’ve had a damage, now what? Whether you are the utility owner/operator, excavator or the locator of record; the one thing you’ll have in common now is a need for a quality damage investigation. Just determining the facts about the damage is not enough. The objective of this workshop is to teach the participant how to conduct a quality damage investigation. If the investigation doesn’t determine clearly why the damage occurred, it is likely to reoccur. Additionally if the investigation itself is not clear, concise and complete, you are more likely to be responsible for damages and/or fines even if you were not responsible for the damage.
Attend this workshop and learn what makes a photograph a good photograph, learn the value of telling the story of the damage with sketches and photos and presenting your findings with credibility. This workshop is for anyone who has ever been involved in a damaged utility line and tried to identify who was “at-fault” instead of gathering the facts.
Utility Locator Skills Enhancement Workshop – $250
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Instructor: Paul Larkin
Dive into an intensive, hands-on workshop designed for utility locators of every skill level, from beginners to seasoned professionals. Our Utility Locator Skills Enhancement Workshop is tailored to empower participants with a comprehensive understanding and practical know-how for efficiently locating buried utilities such as pipes, cables, and wires. Regardless of your experience, you’ll find invaluable insights and techniques to refine your locating strategies.
This is a brand-neutral workshop. Participants should bring their line detection tools.
Course Overview
Part 1: Damage Prevention Orientation & Site Marking Communications
We kickstart this workshop with an essential orientation on the universal goal of preventing excavation damages and the role that every stakeholder plays in the process. This segment also unravels the language of excavation site markings and tolerance zones. The information provided will paint and flag markings into dialogue between utility operators and the excavator or excavation crew. You’ll leave this part equipped to place and interpret any dig site markings and grasp the critical messages they convey.
Part 2: Locating Technologies, Theory, and Equipment Operation
Immerse yourself in the world of locating technologies, understanding the fundamental signal wave theories that are fundamental for effective line locating and troubleshooting problem locates. This section offers a hands-on exploration of applying signals using an EM transmitter and harnessing a signal receiver for accurate detection and tracing of underground utilities. Learn to navigate the challenges of signal distortion and interference with expert techniques and actionable knowledge.
Part 3: Hands-On Outdoor Training
The culmination of your learning experience, this outdoor session puts theory into practice. With your line locating equipment in hand (please bring your own), this non-equipment specific training offers a unique opportunity to apply your new skills in a real-world setting. Receive personalized tips on maximizing the efficiency and accuracy of your equipment, directly from industry experts.
Join us for a day of skill-building, knowledge-sharing, and hands-on learning to elevate your utility locating abilities to the next level.
NMRCGA Golf Tournament
Tuesday, October 20
Isleta Golf Club
4001 State Road 47 SE
Albuquerque, NM 87105
Registration: $110
Check-in Time: 10:30 AM
Lunch Starts: 11:00 AM
Start Time: 12:00 PM with Shotgun Start
Hotel Room Reservations
Sunday, October 4th, 2026
Locate Rodeo Information
Thursday, January 29
- Lunch: TBD
- Mandatory Rules meeting: TBD
- Competition Starts: TBD
Site of Rodeo: TBD
PRIZES
The Grand Champion of this year’s event will win $1000 CASH
There will also be cash prizes awarded to Division winners and 2nd Overall winner.
The Locate Rodeo is managed by the Louisiana Damage Prevention Summit Committee; that will coordinate a variety of volunteers and sponsors. The goal of the Locate Rodeo is to provide recognition to the locate technicians who protect our communities daily.
Locators will compete in one of four divisions: Water, Gas, Power, or Telecom. Plus all will compete in the LFH.
You may only enter one division. For more information call: (501) 548-6363 or email us, thesummit@aligningchange.com
Sponsorship for Locate Rodeo
There are two levels of sponsorship:
Platinum: $500
Gold: $250
Sponsors will be recognized at the Rodeo event and throughout the Damage Prevention Summit.