2026 KCSA SAFETY & EDUCATION CONFERENCE


2026 KCSA SAFETY & EDUCATION CONFERENCE

Louisville Marriott East

1903 Embassy Square Blvd, Louisville, KY 40299 

2/11/2026 (10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) - 2/12/2026 (8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)

Please note: you must be a member of the Kentucky Crushed Stone Association to attend/exhibit the conference.

                                                                                                  

 

 

 

This year, we are introducing a new seminar schedule. The program will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 11, and will feature presentations from MSHA, the Division of Mine Reclamation and Enforcement, and industry representatives. Lunch will be served from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., after which afternoon sessions will continue and lead into our keynote address by Retired Lieutenant General Steven L. Basham. Following the keynote, attendees are invited to join our associate members for an opening reception in the trade show area, located just outside the meeting room.

On Thursday, breakfast and access to the exhibit hall will open at 6:45 a.m., offering additional opportunities to network with exhibitors and colleagues. The second General Session will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will include presentations on topics such as generational differences, autonomous hauling, technology implementation in mining, mining in sensitive areas, and screening and crushing operations. The seminar will conclude at approximately 12:00 p.m., with door prizes to close the event.

We look forward to welcoming you to Louisville for two days of education, engagement, and industry collaboration.

 

 

CONFERENCE ATTENDEE REGISTRATION INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION $325.OO PER ATTENDEE ENDS 12/29
REGISTRATION $375.00 PER ATTENDEE 12/30 - 1/30
LATE REGISTRATION $400 PER ATTENDEE 1/31 AND AFTER

Cancellation Policy: An 80% refund will be granted when the cancellation request is received 10 business days (February 1) prior to the scheduled event. A 50% refund will be granted if the request is received between 10 and 6 business days (February 5) prior to the scheduled event. No refunds will be granted if the request is received with fewer than 5 days (February 6) prior to the scheduled event. The hotel requires our food and beverage guarantees 10 days prior to the event and we have to make financial commitments to these guarantees. We apologize for the inconvenience.

 

Sorry, no refunds after Friday, February 6, however subsitutions are always welcome. 

Professional Development Hours (9.5) will be available onsite at close of conference.  

 

HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS

         

Hotel Options:

The event venue hotel, Louisville Marriott East is currently sold out on February 11, but there are several great nearby options to ensure your stay is comfortable and convenient!

Nearby Hotels (Less than 1 mile away):

We are thrilled to welcome a large turnout this year! If you weren’t able to secure a room at the Louisville Marriott East, we encourage you to book soon at one of these nearby hotels for the best availability and rates.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Agenda

     
Time Wednesday, February 11 - Day 1 Speaker Company  
8:00 a.m. Registration Opens      
9:00 a.m. Exhibits Open in Foyer / Hallway of Hotel      
10:00 a.m. Opening Remarks Nick Rodgers KCSA Welcome
10:10 a.m. MSHA Update from the District Sam Creasy - Invited District 7 Manager, MSHA MSHA
10:45 a.m. DMRE Update Jay Cunningham & Sheri Mullens - Invited DMRE Division of Mine Reclamation and Enforcement
11:15 a.m. Dust Containment and Conveyor Maintenance Joe Gibson Superior Industries Dust Control and Maintenance
12:00 p.m. Lunch Lunch Lunch  
1:00 p.m. Fundamentals of Respirable Crystalline Silica Sampling Andrew Mackensen, PE GZA Silica
2:00 p.m. Dust Suppression Martin Dieumegarde Dust Solutions Inc. Dust Suppression 
2:30 P.m. Break      
2:45 p.m. Mental Health Awareness Devery Youngblood Oklahoma Aggregate Association Mental Health
3:30 p.m. Keynote Address

Retired Lieutenant General Steven L. Basham

  Keynote
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Reception – Happy Hour in Exhibit Area  

 

Day 2 Thursday, February 12 - Day 2 Speaker Company  
6:45 – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast      
8:00 a.m. Generational Differences / Workforce Development Devery Youngblood Oklahoma Aggregate Association Generational Differences / Workforce Development
8:45 a.m. Autonomous Hauling Anders Klemmer Pronto Autonomous Hauling
9:15 a.m. Implementing Technology in Mining Katie Kloentrup Carmeuse North America Equipment / Technology Update
10:00 a.m. Break      
10:15 a.m. Technology to Mine Sensitive Areas Curtis Hoskins Austin Powder Vibration/Fragmentation
10:40 a.m. Screening and Crushing Practices John Castleman Kleeman Screening / Crushing
11:15 a.m. Measuring Culture Zack Malone Pine Bluff Materials Safety
12:00 p.m. Closing Remarks/Door Prizes    

 

 

 

 

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNIES

 

 

 

 

 

Premier

Keycard

Partnership

 

 

 

 

Investment:

$5,500 - 1 Available

Deadline to secure this opportunity: Thursday, January 15

Be the first brand attendees connect with—literally. As the Premier Digital Partner, your company name will be part of the official Wi-Fi password for the Underground Stone Safety Conference, keeping your brand top-of-mind every time attendees log in. Plus, one company representative will enjoy the opportunity to introduce a featured speaker at the podium.

  • Brand in Every Connection – Your name in the official conference Wi-Fi password for maximum visibility.

  • Podium Presence – Introduce a featured speaker to the entire audience.

  • Maximum Exposure – Recognition across printed, digital, and on-site channels.

  • Showcase Your Equipment – Ability to bring equipment to show, displayed in hotel parking lot.

  • Full Registration Included – One complimentary conference registration, including all meals, ensuring you can participate in every session and networking opportunity.

  • Registration Packet Logo Placement – Logo printed on the registration packet bag given to all attendees. Deadline expired 1/15/2026

  • Comprehensive Perks – Includes all benefits from every lower sponsorship tier.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Premier Keycard Partnership 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Investment: $5,50– 1 Available

Deadline to secure this opportunity: Friday, December 19

Put your brand directly in the hands of every attendee — literally. As the exclusive Premier Keycard Partner, your company logo will be featured on all hotel room keycards for the Underground Conference, providing repeated brand exposure from check-in to check-out.

Premier Partners Receive:

  • Exclusive Branding – Your logo printed on every hotel room keycard for all attendees.

  • Podium Opportunity – One company representative may introduce a speaker during the conference.

  • Maximum Exposure – Recognition across printed, digital, and on-site channels.

  • Showcase Your Equipment – Ability to bring equipment to show, displayed in hotel parking lot.

  • Full Registration Included – One complimentary conference registration, including all meals, ensuring you can participate in every session and networking opportunity.

  • Comprehensive Perks – Includes all benefits from every lower sponsorship tier.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Premier Lanyard Partner 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Investment: $5,500 -

2 Available

Deadline to secure this opportunity: Thursday, January 15

Put your brand front and center—around every attendee’s neck. As the Premier Lanyard Partner, your logo will appear on every conference lanyard, ensuring your brand is visible from registration to closing remarks. Plus, one company representative will enjoy the opportunity to introduce a featured speaker at the podium.

  • Constant Visibility – Your logo on every lanyard, worn by all attendees throughout the conference.

  • Podium Presence – Introduce a featured speaker in front of the entire audience.

  • Networking Power – Your brand seen in every conversation, breakout, and photo.

  • Maximum Exposure – Recognition across printed, digital, and on-site channels.

  • Showcase Your Equipment – Ability to bring equipment to show, displayed in hotel parking lot.

  • Full Registration Included – One complimentary conference registration, including all meals, so you can join every session and networking evet.

  • Multi-Channel Recognition – Featured in printed materials, on-site signage, and digital promotions.

  • Comprehensive Perks – Includes all benefits from every lower sponsorship tier.

 

 

 

 

 

Platinum Partnership 

 

 

 

 

 

Investment: $4,000

Deadline to secure this opportunity: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Stand out with prominent placement in both conference materials and on-site signage.

  • Registration Bag Logo Placement – Logo printed on the registration packet bag given to all attendees. Expires January 15, 2026

  • Registration Packet Giveaway Item – Opportunity to provide a giveaway item (examples: notepads, pens, USB drives, hand sanitizer. etc.) - Item must be at the KCSA office by  3:00 p.m. Monday, February 2, 2026

  • Website Listing – Logo displayed on the Underground Conference webpage.

  • Event Program Ad – Your ad (provided by you) printed in the official Safety & Education program. Advertisment must be at the KCSA office by 3:00 p.m Monday February 2, 2026

  • Event Signage – Individual sign provided by KCSA featuring your logo.

  • Full Registration Included – One complimentary conference registration, including all meals, ensuring you can participate in every session and networking opportunity.

  • Comprehensive Perks – Includes all benefits from every lower sponsorship tier.

 

 

 

 

 

Gold Partnership 

 

 

 

 

 

Investment: $2,500

Deadline to secure this opportunity: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Enhance your visibility with recognition in key sessions and attendee materials.

  • Podium Mention – Thanked at the podium during general sessions.

  • Lunch Promotion – Logo displayed on screens during lunch as a Gold Sponsor.

  • Website Listing – Logo displayed on the Underground Conference webpage.

  • Event Program Listing – Logo printed in the Underground Conference program.

  • Event Signage – Logo displayed on a sponsor sign with all Gold Sponsors.

  • Full Registration Included – One complimentary conference registration, including all meals, ensuring you can participate in every session and networking opportunity.

  • Comprehensive Perks – Includes all benefits from every lower sponsorship tier.

 

 

 

 

 

Silver Partnership 

 

 

 

 

 

Investment: $1,250

Deadline to secure this opportunity: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Maintain a strong presence throughout the event with digital and on-site recognition.

  • Event Program Listing – Company name listed in the Underground Conference program with Bronze Sponsors.

  • Event Signage – Logo displayed on a sponsor sign with all Silver Sponsors.

  • Lunch Promotion – Logo displayed on screens during lunch as a Silver Sponsor.

  • Website Listing – Logo displayed on the Underground Conference webpage.

  • Full Registration Included – One complimentary conference registration, including all meals, ensuring you can participate in every session and networking opportunity.

  • Comprehensive Perks – Includes all benefits from every lower sponsorship tier.

 

 

 

 

 

Bronze Partnership 

 

 

 

 

 

Investment: $800

Deadline to secure this opportunity: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Get recognized across printed, digital, and on-site platforms.

  • Event Program Listing – Company name listed in the Underground Conference program with Bronze Sponsors.

  • Event Signage – Name listed on a sponsor signage

  • Website Listing – Name listed on the Underground Conference webpage.

  • Full Registration Included – One complimentary conference registration, including all meals, ensuring you can participate in every session and networking opportunity.

  • Acknowledgement – Company name included in attendee communications for the event.

   

 

Exhibitor Information   

Exhibitor Registration Information

To accommodate additional exhibitors, each booth includes one 6-foot table and two chairs. During registration, please select your preferred booth number from the available options.

If additional representatives will be staffing your booth, you may add an additional guest during the registration process. Due to limited space, each exhibitor may reserve only one booth.

The exhibitor area will be located just outside the meeting room and within the first-floor lobby/foyer area of the hotel. Both areas will feature bar service during the Wednesday evening reception, providing added networking opportunities.

Exhibiting at this conference is limited to 33 tabletop booths. Booth assignments are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so early registration is encouraged.

 

Additional Exhibitor Registration - $265.00

*You will be able to register an additional person after the initial registration has been completed.

Due to hotel guarantees, no refunds will be given for registration after February 6, 2026.

 

Cancellation Policy: An 80% refund will be granted when the cancellation request is received 10 business days (February 1) prior to the scheduled event. A 50% refund will be granted if the request is received between 10 and 6 business days (February 5) prior to the scheduled event. No refunds will be granted if the request is received with fewer than 5 days (February 6) prior to the scheduled event. The hotel requires our food and beverage guarantees 10 days prior to the event and we have to make financial commitments to these guarantees. We apologize for the inconvenience.

 

Sorry, no refunds after Friday, February 6.

 

See related image detail. Pipes And Drapes Rental - Rental Product - Creative Party Rental EXHIBITOR COST $800

Your exhibit registration will include:   

1 Full registration

1 (one) 6' (foot) skirted table 

Power cord 

2 chairs

 

Conference Layout 

Registered Exhibitors

Booth 1 - Loadrite Southern Star

Booth 2 - 

Booth 3 - Stedman Machine Company

Booth 4 - Brandeis Machinery

Booth 5 - Rock Driling, Inc. 

Booth 6 - 

Booth 7 - Vibra-Tech

Booth 8 - Thaman Rubber

Booths 9 - Franklin Rock & Recycle LLC

Booth 10 - ASGCO

Booth 11 - Belt Tech Industrial

Booth 12 - 

Booth 13 - 

Booth 14 - 

Booth 15 - 

Booth 16 - 

Booth 17 - 

Booth 18 - 

Booth 19 - Midwestern Industries, Inc.

Booth 20 - Process Machinery, Inc. 

Booth 21 - Victaulic

Booth 22 - Aggregate Processing

Booth 23 - Unified Screening & Crushing

Booth 24 - Eastern Schreen & Drives, Inc.

Booth 25 - Royal Brass and Hose

Booth 26 - SynTerra Corp

Booth 27 - McCoy Construction & Forestry 

Booth 28 - Roppel Industries

Booth 29 - Construction Machinery Company LLC

Booth 30 - Rudd Equipment

Booth 31 - Conn-Weld Industries, LLC

Booth 32 - Virginia Explosives and Drilling Company

Booth 33 -Seiler Geospatial

 

 

 

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

 

                         Premium Lanyard Sponsorship                

                         Premium Wi-fi Sponsorship               

 

 

 

 

 

 

           

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     

  

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Platinum

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