CONCRETE

The first Missouri Concrete Conference was held in the late 1950's, which makes it one of the oldest gatherings focused on concrete in the country. Dr. Dave Richardson served as the director starting in 1986 until last year when he handed over the reins and mentored us through the planning stages. We continue to build on his success and the directors before him. The conference has seen many changes over the years, growing from one-day to a day-and-a- half event. The location of the conference has remained primarily in Rolla but has shifted sites on campus. The introduction of industry exhibitors and corporate sponsors in the last 20 years has been a welcome addition. Throughout the years, the conference has maintained strong ties to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the Missouri chapter of the American Concrete Institute, and the Missouri-Kansas chapter of the American Concrete Pavement Association as well as various industry representatives. The number of presentations has..