UPDATED September 2, 2025
IBS Education at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) never disappoints — and the 2026 lineup is shaping up to be amazing. With 120+ IBS Education* sessions across 9 tracks, the lineup is designed to inspire, challenge and equip residential construction pros with the tools they need to stay ahead.
The IBS Education Experience
IBS Education is at the heart of the Builders’ Show, designed to spark ideas, sharpen skills and fuel your professional growth.
What’s new for 2026:
AI & Tech Studio
AI & Tech Studio offers bold new IBS Education sessions built around the explosive interest in artificial intelligence and the tech tools that power today’s home building and remodeling companies. Think sharp, smart and real-world applications: AI for business, design, sales and project management, plus CRMs, estimating software, BIM/3D modeling, virtual tours and more. Expect hands-on demos, unbiased tool comparisons, case studies straight from builders and interactive stations that let you test-drive tech for yourself. No theory, no theory, no hype — only practical, proven ways to build a smarter tech stack and level up your business.
What’s returning:
- Encore (or repeat) sessions. Get a second shot at the hottest, most in-demand programs.
- Smarter scheduling. Sessions spread throughout the day, so you can build an agenda that works for you.
The takeaway? Walk away armed with cutting-edge knowledge and practical tools to use the moment you get back to work.
Building Knowledge Sessions
These 60-minute sessions form the foundation of IBS Education. Organized into 9 tracks, they cover today’s most pressing and relevant topics for builders, remodelers, designers and other housing industry pros.
Super Sessions
Sometimes bigger really is better. We’ve taken four of the most popular IBS Education sessions and super-sized them into high-energy, content-packed learning experiences you won’t want to miss.
Game Changers
The Game Changers speakers always make an impact and in 2026, they’re back with the new format introduced in 2025. Each session pairs a dynamic outside-the-industry thought leader with a top housing industry CEO to tackle the most critical issues from fresh, bold perspectives.
Top Speakers @ IBS 2026
The Builders’ Show attracts the best of the best, and this year’s lineup proves it. Here’s a snapshot of who you’ll hear from in Orlando, Feb 17–19:
- 225+ total speakers
- 175 different companies represented
- 70+ builders, remodelers & design-build firms plus 25+ architects/design firms
- 40% first-time IBS speakers
- Average veteran speaker rating: 4.55/5
- 36 states represented
- 62% are C-suite or owners with strong representation from senior management and seasoned consultants
The takeaway? Expect a diverse mix of top-tier experts, fresh voices and real-world leaders who know the industry inside and out.
With 120+ sessions, 9 education tracks, and 225+ speakers, there’s something (actually, dozens of somethings) for everyone.
Check out the updated list of topics, sessions and speakers and be sure to register with an Expo+Education Pass to unlock it all when registration opens Sept 2 at BuildersShow.com.
*IBS Expo+Education registration is required to attend IBS Education sessions.