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About Us

About AACE

 

Who We Are

With 7,000 members in 100 countries, AACE International has been serving the total cost management community since 1956. We are committed to the constructive exchange of ideas between members, development of technical guidance and quality education and recognition of subject matter experts. Our members work in a variety of disciplines and across all industries.

For over 40 years AACE has been certifying individuals. We offer the following certifications: Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Cost Technician (CCT), Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), Certified Forensic Claims Consultant (CFCC), Earned Value Professional (EVP), Decision and Risk Management Professional (DRMP), Certified Scheduling Technician (CST) and Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP). AACE’s CCP, CCT, CEP, CST, EVP, and PSP certifications are independently accredited by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards.

What Does "AACE" Stand For?

The legal name since 1992 is AACE International. In 1956 the organization was established as the American Association of Cost Engineers. While you may have seen that “AACE” stands for the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering, this is only a statement that encompasses the work of the Association, not a legal name.

 
 
 
 

Our Vision

To be the gathering place and source of thought leadership for professionals who drive successful project and program delivery.

Our Mission

AACE members drive projects to complete on time, on cost, and meet investment and operational goals. We arm our members with the technical tools and expertise to support successful projects and programs.

AACE News

Tuesday Conference & Expo Speaker Announced

by Jennie Amos | Feb 11, 2019

Andrew Tavin - Tuesday KeynoteAACE International is excited to announce that the 2019 Conference & Expo’s Tuesday Keynote Speaker will be Drew Tarvin.

Drew Tarvin is an international project manager turned award-winning speaker and best-selling author of the book Humor That Works: 501 Ways to Beat Stress, Increase Productivity, and Have Fun at Work. Combining his background in business at Procter & Gamble with his experience as an improv and stand-up comedian, he teaches individuals and organizations how to be more effective, more productive, and more awesome.

Drew has worked with more than 100 organizations including IBM, ESPN, and PepsiCo on topics including humor in the workplace, effective collaboration, and agile leadership.

He loves the color orange and is obsessed with milkshakes.

Registration is now open for the 2019 Conference & Expo, which will be held at the Sheraton New Orleans, June 16-19.  Join professionals from across the globe for the premiere event on total cost management where you’ll learn from the innovative work of peers, national, and international leaders. This is a great chance to gain insight into current tools and techniques used by industry leaders in managing and controlling projects and programs. Return with takeaways to put these principles into practice. 

The Conference & Expo will also feature a variety of networking events, over 100 hours of peer-reviewed technical paper presentations, and an exhibition hall. 

As always, members who register early and stay at the host hotel receive the best rate.

Go to AACE’s website for the most up-to-date information on all of the Conference & Expo including information on the host hotel, continuing education seminars, exhibition, and other networking activities.

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