Melissa Rubin

IBS 2020: Extraordinary Education + Innovative Products = Phenomenal Show

January 23rd, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

It was a phenomenal start to the new year as the NAHB International Builders’ Show ® (IBS) kicked off a new decade with an exciting show. Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, this mega-industry event welcomed builders, remodelers, design professionals, architects and specialty contractors from around the globe. From innovative new products to incredible education sessions and fun networking events, this year’s show was full of amazement and value. Just take a look at these...

The New American Remodel 2020: Completed and Ready for Tours

January 20th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

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The New American Remodel® (TNAR) is finished and ready for tours at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® 2020 in Las Vegas.

The original ranch-style home was built in 1977. It was 2,170 square feet and consisted of three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Additionally, the home was operated on a 1,200-gallon septic system that was powered solely by electricity since gas utilities were unavailable.

Today, the property has been transformed into a two-story home with 4,802 square feet of...

Getting Around Vegas: Transportation Options at IBS 2020

January 19th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

Getting around Las Vegas is easy when you take advantage of the transportation options available during IBS 2020.

From the Airport
Airport Shuttles: LASXpress is the official transportation provider of IBS and offers fast and efficient airport transportation services to and from your hotel. Take advantage of Xpress Non-Stop Service or Economy Service, advanced reservations, preprinted boarding passes, priority boarding and on-site airport staff. Click here to make your...

Meet Our Speakers Series: Megan Eltringham

January 17th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

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Megan Eltringham serves as Corporate VP of Marketing for The New Home Company. She is responsible for integrated marketing campaigns and brand management standards across all divisions in Southern California, Northern California and Arizona. Megan has received several prestigious industry awards, including being named in one of Professional Builder magazine’s 2018 “40 Under 40” lists.

At the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), Megan will be one of three speakers at...

Use the Official IBS Mobile App to Plan Your Builders’ Show Experience

January 15th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

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The official IBS mobile app is now available. It’s the quickest and easiest way to find information and get around at IBS 2020.

The IBS mobile app is free and can be downloaded to your smartphone or tablet via the app store (Apple and Google Play). Just search for “IBS 2020 Mobile App.”

To Set Up
Once you’ve downloaded the IBS 2020 app, you will want to set up your login, which requires your IBS Confirmation ID (found on your IBS registration confirmation) and...

Game Changers Spotlight: Business Transformation for the Post-Digital Age

January 14th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

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Featuring Tom Goodwin

NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is excited to have Tom Goodwin is the EVP, Head of Innovation for Zenith Media at IBS 2020. He will present the Game Changers session “Business Transformation for the Post-Digital Age.”

IBS Game Changer, Tom Goodwin, famously wrote this in his March 2015 TechCrunch essay:

"Uber, the world's largest taxi company, owns no vehicles. Facebook, the world’s most popular media owner, creates no...

Meet Our Speakers Series: Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki

January 13th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

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Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki, the principal of tst ink LLC, has brought to life some of the most valued and recognized brands in resort and community development. Her company works with some of the most innovative community developers and entrepreneurs to identify deep customer insights, create places and brands that people connect with, and explore experiences that matter.

At the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), Teri will be one of the speakers at the session “Emotive Branding That...

The New American Home 2020: Finished & Ready for Tours

January 10th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

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The 2020 New American Home®, The Official Show Home of IBS is complete! And like with every construction project, it had its own unique challenges. The biggest challenge involved the building schedule. Because the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) occurs a month earlier than in 2019, the schedule needed to be shortened by four weeks.

“Building The New American Home was a real adventure,” says Carl Martinez, president of construction for Sun West Custom Homes—this year’s...

Meet Our Speakers Series: Victoria Downing

January 8th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

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Victoria Downing, president of Remodelers Advantage Inc., is a leading authority in the remodeling industry. For nearly 30 years, she has worked with owners of remodeling companies across the United States and Canada to help them build strong, consistently profitable businesses. She is known for her high-energy educational seminars, as well as her in-depth knowledge of the best practices that transform company performance.

At the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS),...

Meet Our Speakers Series: John and Morgan Palumbo

January 6th, 2020Melissa Rubin0 Comments

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John Palumbo is an international speaker, author of thirteen books and expert in the science of influence and persuasion. He has been invited to lecture across the globe, and his ability to take sales professionals and organization to new dimensions of performance excellence is world-renowned.

His daughter, Morgan Palumbo, is a new home sales agent with more than $60 million in personal sales during her first five years in the industry. According to her, understanding and connecting with...

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