Pave It Black hosts Richard Willis and Brett Williams ask guests to share challenges and accomplishments from their personal leadership journeys and how our listeners can enhance their leadership skills as NAPA’s flagship podcast enters its ninth season.

Season 9 kicks off with Pat Nelson, newly appointed NAPA Chairman and President of Lehman-Roberts, a Granite Company. Pat shares his journey from hands-on work in the field to leading at the national level.

Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to catch every episode.

World of Asphalt, the premier trade show and conference experience for asphalt professionals, was recognized as a Trade Show Executive’s Fastest 50 honoree for total attendance and Next 50 honoree for net square feet of exhibit space.

Don't miss the 2025 show! The biggest ever World of Asphalt heads to the America’s Center Convention Complex in St. Louis, Missouri, March 25-27.

Register now, and be sure to check out the latest education offerings from the People, Plants, and Paving Conference.

The FAA announced the addition of $3 million in funding for the Airport Asphalt Pavement Technology Program (AAPTP).

AAPTP funding goes toward research and resources like Guidance for Selection of Proper Asphalt Binder Grade. The latest announcement brings the program total to $18.5 million.

The NAPA 2025 Midyear Meeting heads to Louisville, Kentucky, this July 8-11. 

The Marriott Louisville Downtown will host the summer gathering of asphalt pavement professionals as NAPA members and leaders reaffirm the strategic direction of our industry, members, and stakeholders.

Sign up to be notified when registration opens.

Several prominent member companies and association partners have already committed to participate in AEM’s second-ever Celebration of Construction on the National Mall set for May 14-16 in Washington, D.C.

Interested in participating? Space is available for AEM member companies and association partners, but event deadlines are fast approaching.