Hops & Highways: PAVE/X + Blacktop Banter Kickoff Party Details

Marvin Joles with Blacktop Banter and Wis-Coat Asphalt Maintenance joins us this week to talk about PAVE/X, the importance of networking and the exciting Blacktop Banter + PAVE/X kickoff party in San Antonio

Jessica Lombardo

Nov 3, 2023

This week on Hops & Highways Jess and Marvin Joles with Blacktop Banter discuss all things PAVE/X. From the Blacktop Banter kickoff party at the BierGarten on the River Walk to the live demos, education, tradeshow floor and networking opportunities, you won't want to miss this event! Learn more and get registered: www.pavexshow.com.

Also sign up to attend the Blacktop Banter PAVE/X Kickoff Party here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blacktop-banter-conference-kickoff-tickets-751765198947

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