The Annual Meeting is where the boiler industry comes together - JOIN US!
ABMA will convene for the 2026 ABMA Annual Meeting, January 16-19, at the stunning Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain in Tucson, AZ, to learn about current & emerging industry trends and provide networking opportunities for you to enhance and grow your business relationships.
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Please note, our room block is now SOLD OUT! If you still require accommodations, please send a message [email protected] and copy Scott Lynch at [email protected], sharing your arrival and departure dates. Please note, we can not guarantee accommodations at this point, but working directly with the hotel to address all requests.
The Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain rests high in the Sonoran Desert at 3,000 feet in a serene canyon setting in Marana, just outside Tucson. Adventure and restoration are both within easy reach: unwind in the resort’s award-winning spa, rotate between three swimming pools, make a splash on the 235-foot water slide, or tee off on Jack Nicklaus Signature golf.
Explore 26 miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails in the Tortolita Mountain Preserve, then look up for unforgettable stargazing under Arizona’s famed dark skies. Families will love Ritz Kids, and everyone can savor choice across five dining options. Whether you seek total relaxation, outdoor discovery, or both, Dove Mountain delivers a refined desert escape.
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The ABMA Annual Meeting is a key event for stakeholders in the boiler manufacturing industry. This four-day event is one of the most cost-effective educational and networking opportunities available in the industry.
Our meetings enable attendees to:
• Directly interact with C-level boiler manufacturer and supplier executives.
• Collaborate with experts on critical topics impacting the boiler industry.
• Hear perspectives from relevant and renowned keynote speakers. Prestigious economists, industry analysts, government authorities are among the recent participants.
• Enjoy networking with attendees in many social setting.
View The Tentative Schedule Here
Social Activities & Networking Opportunities - SNEAK PEEK!
It wouldn’t be an ABMA Meeting without networking and a little bit of fun!
Under the Starry Sonoran Sky - Friday Welcome Reception
Kick off the Annual meeting Under the Starry Sonoran Sky at our Welcome Reception, sponsored by NBBI, an unforgettable evening of networking, desert ambiance, and expert-led constellation viewing. This is the perfect opportunity to reconnect and meet new faces, building connections before the meeting really takes off.
Glowdown Throwdown - Saturday Networking Reception
It’s game on at the Glow Down Throw Down networking reception, sponsored by Northern Blower! Light up the night with glowing games, friendly competition, and a relaxed, high-energy setting to connect and unwind.
Guided Hike In Wild Burro Canyon - Sunday 4PM
Get ready for adventure! Lace up your boots for a two-hour guided hike through Wild Burro Canyon! We’ll trek from the Lower to Upper Javelina Trail, climbing 500 feet to a peak with spectacular views of the golf course, rugged mountains, and the sunset. Along the way, the trail crosses a desert wash, follows the canyon wall, and winds through the sandy Wild Burro Wash. Expect breathtaking vistas stretching to Baboquivari Peak and a variety of desert plants like jojoba, agaves, and sotol.
This is a challenging hike and best suited for experienced hikers ready for adventure!
ABMA Golf Tournament & Putting Contest - Monday 12 PM Shotgun Start
Benefiting the Randy Rawson Scholarship Fund
The Annual Meeting Golf Tournament, sponsored by Miura, and the all-new Putting Contest, sponsored by R.F. MacDonald, will be held at The Golf Club at Dove Mountain, a stunning Jack Nicklaus Signature Course set in the foothills of the Tortolita Mountains. Debuting with the World Golf Championships Accenture Match Play in 2009, this 27-hole desert course challenges players with elevations between 2,300 and 3,000 feet, imaginative shot designs, and sweeping Sonoran Desert views.
Recognized by Travel + Leisure as one of the 15 Best Golf Resorts in the U.S., Dove Mountain blends world-class play with natural beauty and premier facilities, including a 45,000-square-foot clubhouse and Cayton’s Restaurant.
For more details on the course, visit here: https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/tusrz-the-ritz-carlton-dove-mountain/golf/.
Wild West Roundup - Monday Closing Reception
As the meeting comes to a close, join us for a Western-themed evening featuring a memorable dinner, great company, and a festive send-off. Celebrate the connections made and conversations shared—thanks to our sponsors, Frederick Cowan by ICI and Vitotherm USA!
Confirmed Keynote Speakers
Jake Hall
Founder & Content Creator , The Manufacturing Millennial
The Future of Manufacturing: Technology and Workforce
Jake Hall, widely known as the Manufacturing Millennial, is one of the most influential voices in modern manufacturing. Recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Voice in Robotics, Automation, and Manufacturing, Jake helps organizations future-proof operations with smart technology while attracting the next generation of skilled talent. With 100,000+ followers and 150M+ views on his content, he sparks practical conversations that turn buzzwords into action, energizing both today’s workforce and tomorrow’s recruits.
In his keynote, “The Future of Manufacturing: Technology and Workforce,” Jake lays out a pragmatic roadmap: where automation is heading, how to build human-centric tech adoption, and how to tell your story on social platforms to recruit, upskill, and retain talent. Leaders and practitioners alike will leave with concrete steps to modernize processes and mindsets.
Taylor St. Germain
Economist & Senior Consulting Speaker, ITR Economics
Economic Outlook for 2026 and Beyond
Taylor St. Germain, Economist at ITR Economics, will deliver “Economic Outlook for 2026 and Beyond.” A specialist in market- and company-level forecasting and a contributor to ITR’s 94.7% forecast accuracy, Taylor translates macro trends into clear timing signals leaders can use now. With experience across tech, manufacturing, distribution, and oil & gas, he provides concise guidance for budgeting, staffing, inventory, and capex decisions, so you can plan the next 18–24 months with confidence.
Confirmed Education Sessions
Joy Taylor is a business transformation leader with 25+ years of experience guiding global organizations through strategic execution and operational change. Her session explores how manufacturers can optimize workflows by aligning talent, systems, and structures, featuring real-world examples of companies that increased capacity, reduced friction, and built more agile teams.
Kent Nelson, a Functional Safety Senior Staff Engineer at UL Solutions, brings 18 years of experience in HVAC/R product safety and combustion control standards. His session covers upcoming updates to UL 60730-1 and demystifies the increasingly complex certification landscape, explaining how boiler and burner controls can be evaluated efficiently amid evolving environmental, supply chain, and technological pressures.
Derek Hundert is President of PlanET Biogas North America and a seasoned leader in renewable energy. With 20+ years of experience and more than 50 biogas plants delivered across North America, he will share insights on the industry’s growth, emerging technologies, and how sustainable waste-to-energy solutions are evolving to support modern manufacturing and industrial operations.
Tyler Noesser, a Technical Director at alliant, helps engineering and manufacturing firms maximize government-sponsored incentives. His 2025 tax update breaks down legislative changes affecting R&D expensing, credit documentation requirements, and compliance, giving executives clear guidance on how to capitalize on new incentives while navigating updated tax rules.
Kristen Goodell is a Senior Consultant specializing in learning and leadership development for industrial organizations. Her session examines the root causes of workforce turnover, including burnout, shifting expectations, and cultural misalignment, and provides actionable strategies for pipeline development, upskilling, and retention to build a sustainable, people-focused workforce.
Bill Hunter, a turbine specialist with 32 years of experience, will explore the benefits of backpressure turbines, including heat rate improvements, CO₂ reduction, and real-world installations that demonstrate measurable energy savings. His session provides practical guidance for facilities looking to optimize performance using proven turbine and steam-system strategies.
LaJuan Counts, Group Executive of Construction & Building Operations for the City of Detroit, is a nationally recognized leader with 30+ years of experience overseeing large-scale public works, infrastructure, and community development initiatives. As a WIBI session speaker, she will share her perspective on leadership, resilience, and advancing women in construction and technical fields.
Robert Reid, Manager of Technical Services and Training for Weishaupt Corporation, brings 30 years of burner industry experience across North America and Europe. His session, “Burner Commissioning and Service in Increasingly Complex Applications,” explores how rising emissions standards and performance expectations are reshaping the technician’s role, offering practical insights into modern commissioning and service strategies.
Stay tuned for more details on confirmed speakers and educational sessions!
The 2026 Annual Meeting will be packed with fantastic speakers, excellent networking opportunities, and enjoyable social activities.
