Spotlight on Pre-show Education: Monday’s Line-Up

Fourteen pre-show courses will be offered before the start of the 2018 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS). These one- and two-day courses give you a chance to dive deeper into specific industry topics and to increase your skill set.

Here are the pre-show courses offered on Monday, January 8:

Business Accounting and Job Costing: A Road Map to Profitability | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
In order to properly manage...

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IBS 2018 Master Session: Build Profits by Shaping Culture

What is company culture? The Balance, a popular personal
finance and career website, defines it as “the personality of the company … [and]
includes a variety of elements, including work environment, company mission,
value, ethics, expectations and goals.”1

While company culture is a phrase that you’ve heard
plenty of times, for most building professionals, it’s always been a
“nice-to-have” part of your business. But with increased...

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Celebrate the Industry’s Best at the IBS 2018 Awards Programs

Every year, several awards programs are held in
conjunction with the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS). 

Best of IBS Awards
January 11 | Time TBA
In the Best of IBS Awards, exhibiting companies compete
for the title of the best products in their respective categories. Enjoy
learning about the products and services while you walk the show floor. 

Multifamily
Pillars of the Industry Awards
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IBS 2018 Closing Spike Concert: Everything You Need to Know

Plan to cap-off a phenomenal experience at the 2018 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) by attending the IBS Closing Spike Concert with Chicago.

When: Thursday, January 11 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Where: West Concourse—Level IV, Valencia Ballroom
Cost: $40 per ticket

About Chicago
Chicago was hailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era”...

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Spotlight on Pre-Show Education: Sunday’s Line-Up

Fourteen Pre-show courses will be offered before the start of the 2018 International Builders’
Show® (IBS). These one- and two-day
courses give you a chance dive deeper into specific industry topics and to
increase your skill set. 

Here
are the Pre-show courses offered on Sunday, January 7: 

Design Concepts for Livable Homes and Aging
in Place (CAPS II)
| 9:00 AM –
5:00 PM

There is an increased desire among...

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Spotlight on IBS 2018 Education: The Hottest & Most Relevant Building Industry Topics

NAHB’s International Builders’ Show® (IBS) has always been the place for building professionals to
get information on the latest trends, the newest techniques and the most
forward-thinking business strategies. The Show takes place January 9 – 11, 2018
in Orlando,
and we’ve managed to pack even more into those three days. Here’s what to
expect: 

Pre-Show
Education

Fourteen Pre-Show courses will be held...

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The ROI of Attending IBS: Is It Worth It?

When considering whether or not to attend the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), one of the first things you (and your boss) look at is the expense. The Builders’ Show is not terribly expensive, but between registration, airfare and accommodations in a resort destination, the costs can add up.

And if you haven’t attended IBS before you may wonder, “Is attending this particular trade show really worth it?”

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Get the Most Fun and Best Deals at IBS 2018

Plan ahead to get the best deals and most fun out of IBS
2018! 

The Best Registration and
Hotel Deals

The best deals on registration happen only in August, and
it is also the best time to secure a hotel room. 

Registration
Deals: Register in August
to take advantage of the best deals on IBS
registration. An IBS expo pass is FREE for NAHB members and only $50 for
non-members. You can also save $100 on a full...

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Spotlight on Pre-Show Education: Saturday’s Line-Up

Fourteen pre-show courses will be offered before the start of the 2018 International Builders’ Show® (IBS). These one- and two-day courses give you a chance to take a dive deeper into specific industry topics and to increase your skill set. All courses also offer 6+ CE for NAHB Designations and other industry professional credentials. Click the course links for more details.

Here are the Pre-Show courses offered on Saturday,...

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3 Big Reasons Why Industry Pros Attend IBS

As the largest annual light construction show in the world,
every year The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) attracts more than 60,000
visitors from over 100 countries. Taking place alongside of the National Kitchen
& Bath Association’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® (KBIS), no other
event can compare to this event’s magnitude and scope of products, trends and
innovations in the residential construction market. 

IBS...

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