LOS ANGELES BUILD EXPO
August 28-29, 2024
Los Angeles Convention Center
(West Hall A)
Exhibit Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Classes Start at 9:30 a.m. Each Day


As a Division 1 Football player in the powerful Southeastern Conference (SEC) Scott has seen first hand the behind-the-scenes system that is being constantly updated and refined to ensure that athletically talented 16 and 17 adolescents choose the right team.
Remodeler and home builder owners are in a season of work where they have a choice: see the next generation as a hindrance with excuses like “they won’t work”, or to see this new generation as an opportunity to pivot with a renewed mindset like “I’m excited to see how they own the mission!”
There is a shortage of workers for the old-school methodologies but there is not a shortage of people willing to work…towards the right mission.
This life-changing and engaging keynote pulls from our work with hundreds of owners and gets you on the path to building a powerhouse team.
You will be equipped to beat chaos with predictability, and to build a business that brings stability, life, and time for what matters most.
Learning Objectives
- Learn The 3 Foundational Layers Of EVERY Contracting Business
- Understand the 5 Non-Negotiables Of Building And Leading A Vision-Centered Team
- Discover the key elements of powerhouse recruiting that will have you speaking to a younger generation the way they wish to be spoken to!
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
People, people, people! How do we find the right people to hire? How do we find ANY people to hire?
The Boomers retired early, and the emerging generations are much more selective in the work they choose. How can you find the right people, recruit them the right way, share the right vision, and then onboard them the right way that aligns with the right mission?
Reimagine the business of your contracting firm with this engaging keynote talk drawing from our work with hundreds of contractor owners that led to our proprietary and proven roadmap.
This roadmap will equip you to beat chaos with predictability, and to build the team that will build the business to make time for what matters most.
Learning Objectives
- Learn the one culprit that keeps us from experience the deep work and flow that we want but can’t see to find
- Discover the 4 systems that all business owners must implement…regardless of size or scope
- Uncover the secret to a great culture that keeps and promotes great people
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers




We’re seeing volatile pricing formats, supply chain interruption and rising interest rates. This usually ends in tough economic conditions, resulting in construction industry challenges. Knowing the best way to stay ahead of these changes and keep your business moving forward is difficult. We’ll look at the methods successful contractors use to weather shifting economic conditions. We’ll cover:
- Increasing your portion of the market pie
- Getting a competitive advantage
- Managing customer expectations
- Structuring your sales effort
- How to balance sales and marketing efforts
You’ll come away from this session with a better understanding of what it will take to grow in both revenue and profitability in these times. Sales is the most important aspect of your business. Everything else simply follows that lead.
Beating the Low Bid Process
9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. | Room 308A

Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
The Secret Gen Z Language: Getting the Next Generation Excited To Work And Lead
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 308B



We’ve been led to buy the myth that a “good” custom homebuilding company is more “luck of the draw” and less “intentional sowing and fertilizing”.
This eye-opening educational workshop will help to uncover what the next generation really wants and what elements lead to business health versus disease. You will leave empowered with a tool that you can implement immediately providing a clear roadmap to multi-generational engagement in the custom homebuilding workplace.
After this workshop you will have clarity on the true difference within the generations, how to listen and speak to your team with a compelling language, and what elements are needed for each team member to thrive day to day.
Learning Objectives
- Learn the one action you can take to connect with someone younger than you immediately
- Understand what “mistakes” all new generations are looking to correct…and how to not be offended
- Discover the language of multi-generations so your words are heard
Target Audience: Homebuilders, Remodelers, Contractors
Google Partner and Chief Marketing Officer Teaching "The Google Demands Of Your Website"
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 303B



Manage Risk, Not Lawsuits
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 304B



There is a direct relationship between slowing economies and rising lawsuits. In order to protect your business, your expertise must extend beyond construction to the realm of Risk Management. In this class, you will learn strategies to avoid claims and lawsuits related to Worker’s Compensation. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to learn from and speak to a Construction Risk Specialist, and Construction Attorney.
Target Audience: General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Make Your Business A Lead Generation Machine
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 306A



Free Tips how to generate leads from your website, social media & much more.
Target Audience: Essential Businesses
The Aluminum Advantage in High Performance Windows and Doors
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 304A



Thomas Ehret
Aluminum production has recently decreased its environmental footprint dramatically, and aluminum extrusion technology has advanced considerably to make aluminum one of the most sustainable materials and aluminum windows and doors top performers.
This course covers the production enhancements and developments in the design of unique aluminum extrusions that, when combined with innovative thermal barrier materials, create window and door systems that save energy, increase healthy indoor air quality, and improve safety, sustainability, and aesthetics. The course concludes with a case study of a high-performance building using high-performance windows with custom extrusions.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Select or design aluminum extrusions to deliver the best window and door performance
- Recall the sustainable attributes of aluminum when selecting window and door frame material
- Integrate superior frame technology with glazing strategies to create energy-efficient aluminum windows and doors
- Improve indoor environments with reduced air and water leakage and increased daylighting from aluminum extruded windows and doors
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Financing Rehabs & Builds in Today’s Market
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 304C



Gregg Kennedy
Leveraging short-term bridge loans for construction & rehab properties is the key to success in today’s market. Find out your options and how to strategically profit while utilizing financing.
Target Audience: Homebuilders, Retrofitters/Remodelers, and Residential Real Estate Investors
Turning Invoicing and Online Payment into Your Competitive Advantage
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 306B



Founder & CEO | Beam
Learn practical tips from some of the fastest-growing contractors in California on how to take control of invoicing and subcontractor payment so that you can grow your business and increase profitability. In this class, we'll cover:
- The importance of regular invoicing, prompt subcontractor payment, and cash flow management
- Several ways to improve your invoices to reduce back-and-forths and speed up payment
- Systems and tools to organize the subcontractor and vendor payment process for speed and accuracy
- Payment technologies to securely accept payments online
- Contract payment structures and change order management to set you up for success
Target Audience: General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Accessory Dwelling Units ("ADU")
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 301A



Seth Phillips
Licensed Broker/Agent | Realm Home
Until recently, a house with a garage was just a house with a garage. But no more! Thanks to the housing crisis, it’s a Brave New World! With the passage of Senate Bills 9 and 10, you can now construct 2-3-4 units on your land for more rental income. (And 10 units if your property is near a transportation hub.) Seth is considered “California’s Leading Expert on ADUs.” Join Seth (“Mr. ADU”) as he discusses the benefits of Senate Bills 9 and 10, and how you can easily improve your rental income by building more units on your property. Property owners must take advantage of Senate Bill 9! Seth will be covering this new law that allows property owners to add up to three rental units to their single-family residence. That's right! State law now allows you to increase the number of rental units on your property with very few restrictions. Under the new “ADU Law,” owners may add three new rental units (in addition to existing SFR) regardless of square footage. This legislation gives real estate investors a new tool to create much-needed housing while at the same time creating great opportunities to accumulate new wealth by “optimizing an asset” you already own or want to buy. At Seth’s presentation, you will learn how to…
- Convert garages, laundry and storage rooms into ADUs.
- Double, triple, or more, your multifamily rental income.
- Learn how Senate Bills 9 and 10 help your properties & income.
- Generate income with triplexes and four-plexes.
- Learn the “step-by-step ADU process.”
- Construct ADUs for any of your properties.
Target Audience: All Building and Construction Professionals
Quickbooks for Contractors - Beginner
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | Room 308B



This class is an overview of how contractors can utilize the QuickBooks functionality to facilitate job costing, payroll, receivables and the overall benefits of either the online or desktop applications.
Target Audience: Contractors, Subcontractors, and anyone curious about the features & benefits of QuickBooks.
10 Minute Marketing Strategy Plan
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | Room 303B



A fractional CMO that ranks on page one in your city for the term, "Fractional CMO __(add your city name here)___" is coming to teach and tell you exactly how to rank on page one and also give you a 10 min action plan that will propel your business forward exponentially.Get your own 10 minute action plan that will drastically improve your marketing. Then stay for the round table of other businesses similar to your industry on what they are doing and how they can improve through new techniques taught by Joshua Ramsey.
Target Audience: All building and construction professionals
Common Construction Sales Mistakes
9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. | Room 308A

Many in the construction industry consistently make the same mistakes that kill their opportunity. There are many common errors and mentalities that hinder sales success. We'll put a light on these problems and give the behaviors that counter them. Make sure your approach to the customer base is the most effective possible. These errors are often made without the contractor even realizing they're making them. This cripples their chances of winning profitable projects.
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Culture Is Not Accidental: How To Build Your Culture On One Sheet Of Paper
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 308B



The culture of your business is a DIRECT RESULT of the ingredients that you allow to enter into the building. Good ingredients equal good culture, and vice versa. Culture is more than ping pong tables and bean bag chairs. Culture is about relationships, connection, and communication.
Culture will determine the joy that we find in running our business. We all want a great culture, and we know we have to work for it…but how? Most strategies include a cross-your-fingers approach.
This fun and surprising workshop will remove the confusion around great culture, and provide you the action and clarity you need to build a culture that you are proud of and that all generations want to be a part of.
Learning Objectives
- Clarify the elements of great culture, and identify distracting elements of bad culture so you can focus on the elements of great culture
- Walk away with a one page visual of building great culture in your business starting tomorrow
- Discover the motivation to stop wasting time and money on team outings and bonus plans that rarely move the needle
Target Audience: Homebuilders, Remodelers, Contractors
How Optimizing your Computers Can Save You $5000 Towards your Dream Vacation!
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 303A



In this seminar, you will learn how the minutest of issues can cost thousands of dollars in the long run. You may not see it now, but every time a computer crashes, your Wi-Fi connection drops, and your office manager must step in and be the “IT guy,” it can cost you dollars that your business can be saving for yourself or reinvest back into the business. We will discuss how these issues can be prevented for current costs and maintenance to avoid future expenses. We’ll provide you with a checklist and steps to take so you can better focus on your business and save costs on the bottom line.
Target Audience: All building and construction professionals
Improving Functional Recovery Using Replaceable Fuses
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 306B



The minimum standard for seismic design in current building codes is Life Safety. This means buildings are expected to experience controlled damage but not collapse during a major seismic event. The unexpected outcome of this practice is that following a major earthquake may result in very costly repair or building demolition being the best options. Major updates to building code requirements are in process so that they address Re-Occupancy and Functional Recovery in addition to Life Safety. Several strategies to improve Functional Recovery are highlighted, including the advantages and disadvantages of each method. Various replaceable fuse concepts are explored with the most practical concepts already being used in practice. The simplest and most economical of these methods is improving the repairability of structures, through replaceable fuses, enabling a quick return to service after severe earthquakes.
Class Objectives: Upon completion of the class, the participants will be able to:
- Describe the expected state of code designed structures following a major earthquake.
- List several ways Functional Recovery can be improved when designing and building new structures.
- Explain the premise and the advantages of the replaceable fuse concept for design or retrofit of buildings and other structures.
Target Audience: Owner/Developer, Contractor, architects, engineers
Starting your Digital Transformation Journey
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 304A



How Dropbox can change the way you do business.
Target Audience: Builders and Contractors
How To Find, Vet, Hire & Retain Top Talent in Construction
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 304C



Matt DiBara
CEO | The Contractor Consultants
In the midst of the current labor crisis, The Contractor Consultants offer a seamless, end-to-end hiring service designed specifically for contractors seeking top talent without the hassle. Our innovative platform streamlines the recruitment process, allowing contractors to focus on their core business while we take care of the rest.
Google Partner and Chief Marketing Officer Teaching "The Google Demands Of Your Website"
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 303B



Save Money on Construction Insurance
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 304B



Insurance costs are on the rise. In this class, you will learn to use Risk Management strategies to lower your rates for Workers Compensation, General Liability, and bonds. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to learn from and speak to a Construction Risk Specialist, Construction Attorney, and Worker’s Compensation Safety Analyst
Target Audience: General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Streamlining Construction Permits: Fast-Track Tips and Risk Management Strategies for Contractors and Developers
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 306A



Jenifer Carvalho
Principal - Pre-construction Expert | LA Expedite
Navigate the complex world of construction permits with ease! In this one-hour course, you'll gain expert insights into:
- Understanding the Permit Process: Learn the ins and outs of acquiring essential permits for various construction scenarios.
- Essential Tips and Shortcuts: Discover proven strategies to expedite the process and avoid common pitfalls.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks from the start, ensuring a smooth project flow.
- Navigating Agencies: Follow a step-by-step roadmap to engage with each relevant agency effectively.
- Handling Roadblocks: Acquire actionable strategies to overcome unexpected obstacles and keep your project on track.
Target Audience: General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Accessory Dwelling Units ("ADU")
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 301A



Seth Phillips
Licensed Broker/Agent | Realm Home
Until recently, a house with a garage was just a house with a garage. But no more! Thanks to the housing crisis, it’s a Brave New World! With the passage of Senate Bills 9 and 10, you can now construct 2-3-4 units on your land for more rental income. (And 10 units if your property is near a transportation hub.) Seth is considered “California’s Leading Expert on ADUs.” Join Seth (“Mr. ADU”) as he discusses the benefits of Senate Bills 9 and 10, and how you can easily improve your rental income by building more units on your property. Property owners must take advantage of Senate Bill 9! Seth will be covering this new law that allows property owners to add up to three rental units to their single-family residence. That's right! State law now allows you to increase the number of rental units on your property with very few restrictions. Under the new “ADU Law,” owners may add three new rental units (in addition to existing SFR) regardless of square footage. This legislation gives real estate investors a new tool to create much-needed housing while at the same time creating great opportunities to accumulate new wealth by “optimizing an asset” you already own or want to buy. At Seth’s presentation, you will learn how to…
- Convert garages, laundry and storage rooms into ADUs.
- Double, triple, or more, your multifamily rental income.
- Learn how Senate Bills 9 and 10 help your properties & income.
- Generate income with triplexes and four-plexes.
- Learn the “step-by-step ADU process.”
- Construct ADUs for any of your properties.
Target Audience: All Building and Construction Professionals
Quickbooks for Contractors - Advanced
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | Room 308B



This class is an overview of how contractors can utilize the QuickBooks functionality to facilitate job costing, payroll, receivables and the overall benefits of either the online or desktop applications.
Target Audience: Contractors, Subcontractors, and anyone curious about the features & benefits of QuickBooks.