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Registration is now open for the World of Asphalt Show & Conference and the AGG1 Academy and Expo, running March 25 to 27, 2025, in St. Louis, Mo.
Following the unprecedented success of the 2024 show, which saw a record-breaking 38-per-cent surge in attendance, the 2025 World of Asphalt and AGG1 Academy & Expo is poised to continue a tradition of excellence in the Gateway City, renowned for medical, scientific, and engineering marvels. Taking advantage of the expansive America’s Center in the heart of St. Louis, the 2025 event promises an impressive showcase of the latest industry equipment, services, and technologies.
Held two out of every three-year cycle, except during ConExpo-Con/Agg years, AGG1 – held concurrently with the World of Asphalt – is the aggregates industry’s leading exposition and education resource. AGG1 features in-depth industry-focused educational programming and comprehensive exhibits that showcase the latest technologies and innovations in aggregates-related equipment, products and services.
Following the success of the 2024 show, which saw a record-breaking 38% surge in attendance, the 2025 AGG1 Academy & Expo is poised to continue a tradition of excellence in the Gateway City, renowned for medical, scientific and engineering marvels.
Michael Johnson served the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) as president and CEO over the last 11 years, joining the organization in 2013 following a seven-year stint at the National Beer Wholesalers Association.
The next chapter of Johnson’s career will unfold at the American Coatings Association, which he joins as president and CEO. P&Q caught up with Johnson in his final days at NSSGA, touching on his early years at the organization, the progress made and how the aggregate industry is situated as he departs.