5 Reasons to Apply for an IBS Scholarship

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Tens of thousands of residential building industry pros flock to the Builders’ Show each year. This is your opportunity to join them in Las Vegas.  

If you’re a residential construction professional between the ages of 21-35, an NAHB member and you’re ready to take your career to the next level (or you know someone who fits this description), apply (or encourage someone who qualifies to apply) for an IBS Scholarship to attend IBS 2023. 

5 Reasons to Apply TODAY 

Here are 5 reasons to stop what you’re doing to apply for the IBS Scholarship today. 

#1 Professional Development 

IBS is 3 full days devoted to working on career advancement and growth. The Builders’ Show provides time to attend education sessions, learn from peers & leaders and work on professional development. No matter the industry niche, there’s an education session for everyone.  

#2 Networking 

Anyone who is anyone in the industry attends the Builders’ Show each year. Networking opportunities at the Builders’ Show are endless. It is the place to meet, network and socialize with peers, leaders, experts, suppliers and more.  

#3 Innovative Products 

The show explores what’s new and upcoming, including new products making their debut at the Builders’ Show. It’s the place for attendees to be among the first to explore new ideas, products and technology, emerging issues and key advancements in the industry.  

See demos of the products and participate in hands-on activities to see how the products work and interact directly with suppliers and manufacturers at the show.  

#4 New Trends 

Another area where the show explores what’s new and emerging in home building is technology and market trends. Be the first to know what the upcoming trends in the home building industry are at the Builders’ Show. Uncover market trends to help plan for a successful year in residential construction.  

#5 We Pick up the Tab 

IBS has so much to offer professionals in the residential construction industry. The IBS Scholarship allows chosen candidates to attend the show on us with economy roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, show events and an All-Access Pass to the show.  

How to Apply for an IBS Scholarship 

Qualified candidates are NAHB members in good standing and between the ages of 21-35. Head over to the BuildersShow.com to apply before the June 3 deadline. 

Young man with short light hair wearing a blue shirt“Meeting experienced building professionals, as well as participating in the educational sessions were the two biggest benefits that I was able to take away from this year’s show.”

– Matt Pocta, 2022 scholarship recipient  

Young man with short brown hair wearing a blue button down shirtBeing around the booths and the educational programs where they were pushing forward some of the advanced building science was new for me. It was exciting to have the opportunity to learn about it first-hand.”

– Will Gilbert, 2022 scholarship recipient 

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