DFI's 52nd Annual Conference

November 1 - 4, 2027 | Indianapolis, Indiana

From technical sessions and committee meetings to product showcases and networking, DFI's 52nd Annual Conference is bringing the geotechnical community together in Indianapolis!

Bring your expertise, explore what's new, and help drive our growing industry forward.

Stay tuned—DFI52 calls for abstracts open this November!

Monument in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Schedule Overview

Monday, November 1

Conference Day 1: Technical Committee Meetings, Lunch and Learn and Women in Deep Foundations Networking Reception.

Tuesday, November 2

Conference Day 2: Exhibits, Opening Plenary and Technical Sessions, Welcome Luncheon and Welcome Reception.

Wednesday, November 3

Conference Day 3: Exhibits, Technical Sessions, Business Meeting Luncheon and Legends Reception.

Thursday, November 4

Conference Day 4 (Half Day): Exhibits, Technical Sessions and Closing Plenary.

Organizing Committee

Matt Caskey, vice president of DuroTerra, serves as conference chair for DFI52. With more than 30 years of industry experience, he lends a deep understanding of the geotechnical field to the role.

Joining Caskey are technical program chairs Lyle Simonton, Monica Prezzi, and Steve Werling. Together, these four industry leaders are shaping a program filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and explore fresh ideas within the geotechnical industry!

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Matt Caskey, P.E.
Conference Chair

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Lyle Simonton, P.E.
Technical Program Co-Chair

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Monica Prezzi, Ph.D.
Technical Program Co-Chair

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Steve Werling, P.E., LPG
Technical Program Co-Chair

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