Growing Stronger, Together.
The ground under this industry is shifting…fast. This February in Chandler, LICA is meeting it on every front: stronger businesses built to handle what’s coming, a workforce developed with the people and partners who can grow it, and a clear line of sight to where opportunity is headed next. Whether the work is grading, site development, infrastructure, agriculture, environmental restoration, or water management, LICA stands behind every contractor building this industry forward. Contractors leave with ideas they can implement, relationships they can use, resources they can put to work, and a stronger voice in an industry that’s only getting more complex.
That’s the purpose of EVOLVE.
Winter Virtual Committee Schedule (Subject to change)
Select committees meet virtually before the Convention, with additional committee meetings onsite leading into the Delegates and Board Meeting.
Tue | January 26
On-Site Waste Committee | Policy Committee
Mon | February 1
Conservation, Excavating & Earthmoving Committee
Tue | February 2
Education & Technology Committee
Wed | February 3
Water Management & Quality Committee
Thu | February 4
Executive Directors’ Meeting
Convention Program
Tours
Get out of the meeting room and explore Arizona with two full-day tour opportunities.
Education + Workforce Development
Contractor-focused sessions covering fleet, safety, leadership and workforce development.
Associates’ Night (Exhibition)
Connect with LICA Associates and see the products, equipment and services they bring to the industry.
STRENGTHEN
Strengthen Your Business
- Safety & risk management
- Fleet & business operations
- Contractor resources
Evolve how you operate.
BUILD
Build Your Team
- Leadership development
- Workforce development
- Contractor connections
Evolve how you build your team.
EXPAND
Expand Your Connections
- Industry partners
- New products & equipment
- Contractor relationships
Evolve who you do business with.
Accommodations & Travel
Property: Gila River Resort & Casino – Wild Horse Pass
Address: 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226
Room Rate: $225.00/night (plus taxes & fees)
Convention Dates: February 9–13, 2027
Call: 520-796-4900
Group: LICA – Winter Convention 2027
Reservation Deadline: January 13, 2027
A discounted LICA room block is available for convention attendees. Reserve early! Rooms are limited and released as the block fills.
Full convention registration will open in October, with complete schedule and details.
United Airlines Meeting Discount
Convention attendees can save up to 7% on eligible United Airlines fares to Phoenix for travel February 6–16, 2027. Book at united.com/meetings and enter meeting code ZSXW913136 to access the discounted fares.
- Discount varies by fare class; Basic Economy is not eligible
- MileagePlus members still earn miles when using the meeting discount
- Reservations may also be made by calling 800-426-1122, Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Central. Booking fees are waived for United Meetings reservations.
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