Disaster - "a sudden calamitous event bringing great damage, loss, or destruction," according to Merriam-Webster's Dictionary.

Utility Champion - "someone who answers the call and works tirelessly to help in recovery efforts after a disaster," according to ICUEE, the International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition.

ICUEE 2011 is now accepting "Utility Champion" stories for a special commemorative display at the show as well as continuing online recognition and other promotional outreach.

This is a chance for industry professionals to publicly applaud the efforts of colleagues and companies who make a difference in their communities and beyond through assisting disaster relief and recovery efforts. Go online to www.icuee.com/champions for more information and to submit a story. Photos can also be submitted.

ICUEE 2011 - The Demo Expo will be held October 4-6, 2011 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The show offers targeted industry education, working-equipment demonstrations and exhibits of the newest technologies and innovations in construction and utility equipment, products and services.

"It's the people - dedicated men and women - who make our industry so great," stated ICUEE Show Director Melissa Magestro. "As an industry gathering place, ICUEE is an ideal setting to honor professionals and companies for their significant contributions and generous spirit to help those in need."

For more information on attending or exhibiting at ICUEE 2011, visit www.icuee.com online, e-mail info@icuee.com, phone 800-867-6060 (toll free) or fax 414-272-2672.