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The 2023 ACAF Convention

The 2023 ACAF Convention

For Members Only

Thursday, June 8, 2023 to Sunday, June 11, 2023

Event Details

THE 65TH ANNUAL ACAF CONVENTION

TITLE SPONSOR

It is time FORE our future and for your personal and professional recharging at this annual event. Our Association has arranged a full weekend of informative content, fun events and relaxing times for your family and industry friends. This years' convention will be held at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa located in Ponte Vedra, Florida.
PLEASE BE AWARE 
THE SAWGRASS MARRIOTT GOLF RESORT & SPA IS NOW SOLD OUT!
WE HAVE SECURED ADDITIONAL GUEST ROOMS
AT
THE HILTON GARDEN INN
(LOCATED AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE SAWGRASS MARRIOTT)
45 TPC Blvd.
(904) 280-1661
WE HAVE A DISCOUNTED RATE OF $189
+ NO RESORT FEE 
+ FREE PARKING
+ FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE  
CLICK BELOW TO
BOOK A ROOM

CONVENTION INFORMATION

HOSPITALITY SUITE: Our Hospitality Suite will be open Thursday and Friday from 1pm-5 pm. Also, in the unlikely event your room is not ready when you check in, we invite you to visit the Hospitality Suite located on the main level. Come relax and visit with other members and guests.  The Hospitality Suite is located in the 1500 Villa directly behind the main hotel tower and is a short walk past the pool area. 
NAME BADGES: Your badge will be available for pick up at the registration area beginning Thursday, June 8 at 1pm at the Masters Registration Desk located on the main lobby level of the hotel. 
Please wear name badge to all functions for access and recognition.
Many events will have restricted entrances and badges will need to be visible for access.
DRESS CODE: All events are "resort casual" with the exception of the Saturday evening Golden Roads Awards Dinner which will be formal attire.   
SEATING: There will no assigned seating for scheduled events.
If you have a special need, please contact Kelly Parker, Meeting Planner
at (912) 713-9680 or via email at [email protected].
SCHEDULE*
Thursday, June 8
1–5 pm
Registration
1–5 pm
Hospitality Suite - Sponsored by Hunt Asphalt
2–5 pm
ACAF Board of Director's Meeting (invitation only)
3–5 pm
Women of Asphalt Meeting
6–9 pm
ACAF Board of Directors Dinner (invitation only)
Friday, June 9
7 am–5 pm
Registration
7–8 am
Continental Breakfast
8–8:30am
General Membership Meeting Welcome and Announcements
8:30–9:45 am
Opening Keynote Speaker - Adam Carolla
10 –11:30 am
Spouse/Guest Family Brunch & Putt Putt Par-Tee
9:45–10:30 am
Jamie Hill & Panel - A.P. Bolton - The History of Asphalt in Florida
10:30 am
Morning Break Sponsored by LINDER
11–11:45 am
Leslie Myers - Innovation in Asphalt
Noon–1 pm
Lunch Buffet – Sponsored by CWR Contracting
1–5 pm
Hospitality Room- Sponsored by ATS
1–2:30 pm
FDOT Industry/Roundtable Discussion
6–8:30 pm
Opening Reception & Family Dinner - Located at Cascade Deck and Lawn Sponsored by Ring Power
Entertainment Sponsored by AJAX Paving Industries
Saturday, June 10
7:30 am
Golf Tournament Continental Breakfast at TPC Sawgrass Golf Club
8am–1 pm
W.J. Whitehurst II Golf Tournament at TPC Sawgrass - Dye's Valley Course - Located adjacent to the hotel
1–4 pm
Dobbs Equipment Asphalt Mixer – Located at the Lagoon Pool/Gator Club Deck
6–7 pm
Chairman's Reception - Sponsored by Hubbard
7–8:30 pm approx.
Golden Roads Awards Banquet - Sponsored by Martin Marietta, Ring Power, White Rock Quarries
8:30–10 pm
After Party Sponsored by Gardner Asphalt
*Schedule Subject to Change
W.J. Whitehurst II Annual Golf Tournament
As part of the Convention, ACAF hosts the annual W.J. Whitehurst II Golf Tournament supporting the ACAF PAC. Plan to enjoy a day of golf on Saturday, June 10 at the TPC Sawgrass Golf Club on the Dyes Valley Course. A Continental Breakfast will be provided at 7:30 am. Scramble begins at 8:00 a.m.

Includes: Golf Cart, Tees, Practice Balls, Scorecards, Rules

Post Event Scoring
  • Closest to Pin
  • Longest Drive
A Beverage Cart will be available on the course throughout the tournament.

COURSE ATTIRE: Collared shirts are required, and metal spike shoes are not permitted.
You must drive and park, or request the hotel shuttle - based on availabiity and first come first serve - no reservations.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 SPONSORS

Friday Hospitality Suite
Friday Family Entertainment Sponsor
Spouses Brunch and Mini Golf Sponsor
Title Sponsor
Golf Cart Water & Ice Chest Sponsor
Friday Lunch Sponsor
Asphalt Mixer Sponsor
Room Key Sponsor
Saturday Night After Party Sponsor
Chairmans Reception Sponsor
Hospitality Suite - Thursday Sponsor
Friday Morning Break Sponsor
Golden Roads Dinner & Golf Hole Sponsor
Friday Breakfast Sponsor
Friday Family Dinner and Saturday Dinner Sponsor
Saturday Golf Refreshment Cart Sponsor
Golf Hole Sponsor
Convention Cooler Tote Sponsor
Golden Roads Dinner Sponsor

For More Information:

Asphalt Contractors Association of Florida, Inc. Logo 1007 E. DeSoto Park Drive, Suite 201
Tallahassee, FL 32301 850.222.7300

THE HOST HOTEL FOR OUR CONVENTION IS 
THE SAWGRASS MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA

THE ACAF HAS NEGOTIATED A DISCOUNTED RATE FOR OUR ATTENDEES OF $189.00 + A DISCOUNTED RESORT FEE OF $25.00.

THIS RATE PROVIDES YOU A RESERVATION IN EITHER THE MAIN HOTEL TOWER OR IN A DOUBLE BEDDED VILLA GUESTROOM.

THE ACAF DISCOUNTED RESORT FEE OF $25 INCLUDES:

  • Enhanced High-speed Internet
  • Two (2) complimentary welcome drinks per stay (redeemable at Alice & Pete's Pub)
  • Fitness Classes (at Sawgrass Spa)
  • Minature Golf
  • One (1) hour Bike Rental
  • Access to our private Cabana Beach Club
  • Complimentary round-trip transportation to/from the Cabana Beach Club and TPC® Sawgrass Clubhouse
  • One (1) year subscription to Golf Digest
  • Discounted ACAF Parking Rate $17/day, $28/Valet

COMPLIMENTARY RESORT SHUTTLE SERVICE AVAILABLE 

Daily  8am–8pm

The Shuttle will transport guests to/from the Resort and surrounding areas including Sawgrass Village and Cabana Beach Club.

CABANA BEACH CLUB

Located two miles from the hotel. Accessible by complimentary shuttle service. Room key required for entry. Private beach access, heated lap pool, towel service, showers, changing rooms, Wi-Fi, and poolside café.

619 Ponte Vedra Blvd. Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

FULL SERVICE SPA & 24-HOUR FITNESS CENTER- ADJACENT TO HOTEL
Massages, facials, salon, pool, dining, and more!

Sat - Sun   9am–5pm
Mon - Tue  9am–5pm* Amenities only, no services
Wed – Fri   9am–5pm

Dining at Sawgrass Spa: Soothies Café 
To book an appointment call  (904) 674-4772

  

RECREATION ACTIVITIES

  • Cabana Beach Club
  • Lagoon Pool, Resort Pool, Spa Pool
  • Miniature Golf
  • Bike Rentals
  • Floating Hole Challenge
  • Seasonal Lawn Games & Pool Games
  • Daily Fitness Classes
  • Mighty Oaks Kids Club - indoor entertainment (parental supervision required)

Marriott Resort Pro Shop 

SHOPPING

Golf Shop - Located in Main Hotel Tower

Sun 8am–5pm
Mon – Sat 7am–7pm

Daily 7am–9pm

Nearby Outdoor Shopping Center offering 20 boutique stores, 5 restaurants, 2 banks, Publix grocery store, & CVS Pharmacy, all within walking distance of the resort. Shuttle is available for transportation as well to the Village.

DINING

Vernon’s First Coast Kitchen & Bar 

Breakfast Buffet:

Sun – 7am–1pm
Mon – Fri – 6:30–11am
Sat – 7–11am

Cocktails & Bar Service:

Sun Closed

Mon-Sat Beginning at 4pm

Dinner & Small Bites

Sun Closed

Mon-Sat   5–10pm

Alice & Pete's Pub 

Lunch & Dinner:

Daily 11am – Midnight (Kitchen closed at 11pm)

Sat  11am– 9pm

Sun 10am–8pm(brunch served until 1pm)

Mon – Thu 11am – 8pm

Fri 11am – 9pm

Daily 6am – 6pm

FEDEX BUSINESS CENTER &  STOREFRONT -Shipping/Receiving, Copies, Office Supplies,Printing, and more!

Sat  - 8am–1pm*
Sun - Closed*
Mon – Fri - 7:30am–6pm*

*Business Center is accessible 24/7 with room key. Handling fees apply to the shipping and retrieval of  all packages, including after hours and pre-paid.