AACE International Appoints Michael T. Kobylka II, CAE as New Executive Director/CEO

AACE International, the leading organization for the advancement of project controls and the cost management profession, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael T. Kobylka II, CAE, as its eleventh Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer in the organization’s 68-year history.

Mike Kobylka brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in leadership, governance, and strategic planning, having most recently served as the Director of Leadership, Governance, and Strategy for the Association of Builders and Contractors (ABC). At ABC, a national association representing over 23,000 merit shop construction and construction-related firms across 67 chapters, Kobylka played a key role in advancing the interests of a diverse membership encompassing all specialties within the U.S. construction industry.

Megha Udayshankar: Rising Professional Spotlight

Meet Megha Udayshankar, our latest Rising Professional spotlight.

Megha is a dedicated professional with over 10 years of experience in the heavy civil construction industry. She has advanced through various roles, including estimator, field engineer, project engineer, and currently she is a scheduler. Based in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area, Megha’s career has been shaped by her involvement in a diverse range of projects, from commercial construction to heavy civil roadway and bridge projects.

Nan She: Women in Project Controls Spotlight

Nan She is a project controls officer at Ontario Power Generation and an active volunteer in the AACE Women in Project Controls Committee at AACE International. Outside of work, she enjoys fishing, baking, and immersing herself in science fiction. She thrives in collaborative environments and enjoys working on projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible. She is passionate about continuous learning and embracing new challenges and is always open to exploring new interests and expanding her skill sets.

Region 3 Southeast Symposium: Registration Open

We are pleased to announce the Region 3 Southeast Symposium: February 20, 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay! Attendees participate in a variety of technical presentations, collaborative discussion sessions, and workshops in project management and program delivery, total cost management, and risk management. Our speakers will include owners and executives from the public and private sectors, and professionals in a wide variety of industries.

Registration is now open!

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