Register Now for the Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) S3: Slopes, Support and Stabilization – August 11 – August 13, 2026 – Charlotte, NC

August 11–13, 2026 | Charlotte, North Carolina

Call for Abstracts – Now Open!

We are excited to announce that the DFI S3 2026 Call for Abstracts is officially open!
Share your expertise and innovative projects at this leading deep foundations and ground improvement conference.

We invite dynamic presentations and panel discussions on topics including:

• Deep foundations
• Ground improvement techniques
• Soil mixing for slope, structure, and excavation stabilization
• Regionally relevant case studies and innovative solutions

Presenting at a DFI event is an excellent opportunity to highlight your work, your company, and the cutting-edge projects shaping our industry.

Event Overview

DFI S3 is a 2.5-day conference focused on the practical application of deep foundation and ground improvement solutions, including stabilizing soft ground, landslides, slopes, and supporting deep excavations.

Schedule at a Glance

• Tuesday, August 11: Technical Committee Meetings & Women in Deep Foundations Reception
• Wednesday, August 12: Exhibits, Technical Sessions & Welcome Reception
• Thursday, August 13: Exhibits & Technical Sessions

Organizing Committee

The conference is chaired by Jeff Harmston, ECA, with Technical Program Co-Chairs:

• Vaughn Godet, P.E. – Berkel & Company Contractors
• A. David Miller, P.E. – ADM Consulting
• Christopher Ramsey, P.E. – Schnabel Engineering, LLC
• Jeff Segar, P.E., S.E. – GeoStabilization International
• Miriam Smith, Ph.D., P.E. – Condon-Johnson and Associates

Supported by a dedicated program committee of local and national industry professionals.

Submit your abstract today and join us in Charlotte for an engaging, practical, and collaborative event!