Fairmont, WV – 3 December 2024 – 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.

Kobylka’s educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from John Carroll University (OH) and a Master of Business Administration from Ashland University (OH). Additionally, he is a Certified Association Executive (CAE), underscoring his commitment to professional excellence in the association management field.

In his new role at AACE International, Kobylka will lead the organization in its mission to provide education, certification, and networking opportunities that empower professionals in project controls and cost management. His strategic vision is expected to enhance AACE’s outreach, improve member engagement, and strengthen the organization’s position as the authoritative voice in the industry.

“AACE International is thrilled to welcome Mike as our new Executive Director and CEO,” said AACE International President Scott A. “Gator” Galbraith, PE CFCC. “His extensive association leadership experience and passion for fostering professional development aligns perfectly with our mission. We are confident that AACE will continue to grow and innovate in serving our members and the industry under his guidance.”

“I am honored to step into the role of Executive Director/CEO for AACE International, an organization with a storied history of advancing cost engineering and project management excellence,” stated Kobylka. “I am excited to work alongside our dedicated members and staff to drive innovation, strengthen our global impact, and continue delivering exceptional value to the industries we serve.”

Kobylka will officially assume his position on December 2.

For more information about AACE International and its initiatives, please visit www.aacei.org. 

About AACE International: Established in 1956, AACE International is the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering. AACE International is the leading organization dedicated to advancing the project controls profession and providing resources for professionals engaged in cost management and project planning. Together with the AACE International Certification Institute, it serves over 10,000 members and certificants in 100 countries. Cost Engineering is a field of study using integrated means and methods to enable sound decision making in enterprise asset management. 

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