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TAMPA BUILD EXPO

February 7-8, 2024 | Tampa Convention Center
(East Hall)

Exhibit Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Classes Start at 9:30 a.m. Each Day

BASF
Sponsored by
Construction Monthly Magazine

2024 Exhibitors

Complimentary Keynotes & Classes

Featured Keynotes
CARLOTTA THOMPSONTax Strategist of America
Project Management

Carlotta Thompson

Founder | Tax Strategists of America

How to Legally Pay Zero Income Tax

Wednesday, February 7 | 10:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Thursday, February 8 | 10:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

  • Tax strategy and how it can save you thousands of dollars
  • Hidden deductions you are missing
  • Common red flags in the construction industry
  • What the IRS is not telling you

Target Audience:  Business owners

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Scott Specht
Founder & Principal | Specht Architects
House of the Future
Wednesday, August 11 | 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Scott Specht, founder of AIA Award-Winning firm Specht Architects, will give an interesting and humorous talk about the history of the “House of the Future.” This will cover unusual ideas from the 1920s through the 1970’s of how we’d be living in the future of 2020. Scott will cover the strange building techniques that these visionaries thought we’d be using, including spray-foam structures, bolt-together fiberglass shells, and even inflatable bubble homes.

Scott will also talk about what the true home of the future will encompass looking forward, covering the newer ideas of lighting, home automation, and architecture.
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Speaker Bio
Laura BrittImage
Laura Britt
Founder & Principal | Britt Design Group
The Everchanging Shift for Multifamily Design Post-COVID-19
Thursday, August 12 | 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
2020 forced us to pivot quickly and learn to be productive working from home. Many companies have found their employees enjoy this flexibility and value more time at home. Because of this, we predict we'll see the rise in the focus of the home as a workspace as well as a deeper emphasis on health and wellness. As the work from home trend is here to stay, it will be increasingly important to take all that comes with that into account in post-pandemic design. Amenities like large business centers, community gathering areas, and gyms and wellness centers will be key in creating functional and enjoyable live/work environments.
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Speaker Bio
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Sponsored by
MJ Products
Sales
Tom Woodcock
President | Seal the Deal
Selling Thru a Tough Economy

Wednesday, February 7 | 1:15 p.m.-2:15p.m.

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:

  1. Increasing your portion of the market pie
  2. Getting a competitive advantage
  3. Managing customer expectations
  4. Structuring your sales effort
  5. 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.

Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Networking & Association Use
Thursday, May 18 | 1:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m.
In this class we will layout how to determine what associations to join, how to work them and get business from your involvement. The single greatest way to find grouped customers and network contacts is right in your backyard association! Work them to the fullest and you'll never make a cold call again!
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Speaker Bio
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Scott Specht
Founder & Principal | Specht Architects
House of the Future
Wednesday, August 11 | 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Scott Specht, founder of AIA Award-Winning firm Specht Architects, will give an interesting and humorous talk about the history of the “House of the Future.” This will cover unusual ideas from the 1920s through the 1970’s of how we’d be living in the future of 2020. Scott will cover the strange building techniques that these visionaries thought we’d be using, including spray-foam structures, bolt-together fiberglass shells, and even inflatable bubble homes.

Scott will also talk about what the true home of the future will encompass looking forward, covering the newer ideas of lighting, home automation, and architecture.
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Speaker Bio
Laura BrittImage
Laura Britt
Founder & Principal | Britt Design Group
The Everchanging Shift for Multifamily Design Post-COVID-19
Thursday, August 12 | 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
2020 forced us to pivot quickly and learn to be productive working from home. Many companies have found their employees enjoy this flexibility and value more time at home. Because of this, we predict we'll see the rise in the focus of the home as a workspace as well as a deeper emphasis on health and wellness. As the work from home trend is here to stay, it will be increasingly important to take all that comes with that into account in post-pandemic design. Amenities like large business centers, community gathering areas, and gyms and wellness centers will be key in creating functional and enjoyable live/work environments.
Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers
Speaker Bio

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Workshops & Classes

Beating the Low Bid Process
9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. | 

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Sponsored by
MJ Products
Sales
Tom Woodcock
President | Seal the Deal
This topic deals specifically with the pressure to always be low. Learn the sales tools necessary to get the inside track in the bidding process. The goal being to consistently win projects and raise profitability on those projects. The most common mis-takes made in bidding are revealed and countered.

Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers

Don't Kill your Golden Goose-Lawsuit Protection, Tax Reduction & Estate Planning Strategies to Protect & Perpetuate your Business
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 406

Larry OxenhamImage
Larry Oxenham
Speaker, Trainer | American Society for Asset Protection

Discover the tools you can use to become invincible to lawsuits, save thousands in taxes, and achieve financial peace of mind. By the end of the presentation you will know how to:

  1. Protect 100% of your assets from lawsuits. You will learn how to make yourself so unattractive to a plaintiff attorney that they will never pursue a lawsuit against you.

  2. Save thousands of dollars each year in taxes. You will learn five tax reduction strategies most people fail to utilize, which could save you more than $10,000 each year in taxes.

  3. Avoid probate and eliminate all estate taxes.

    You will be taken through a checklist of items that are important to every estate and business succession plan. You will learn what you should be doing now to prepare for successful business and estate secession.


Target Audience: Builders and Contractors

The Secret Gen Z Language:  Getting the Next Generation Excited To Work And Lead
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 401

Scott BeebeBusiness On Purpose
Business Management
Scott Beebe
Founder & Head Coach | Business on Purpose

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

  1. Learn the one action you can take to connect with someone younger than you immediately
  2. Understand what “mistakes”  all new generations are looking to correct…and how to not be offended
  3. Discover the language of multi-generations so your words are heard

Target Audience: Homebuilders, Remodelers, Contractors

A Contractors, Subcontractor’s & Supplier's Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Paid
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 405

Ariela WagnerSunRay
Liens
Ariela Wagner
President & Founder | SunRay Construction

Liens and bond claims are critical elements of a company’s credit and collection process. Unfortunately, due to poor job information, missed deadlines, or the lack of internal processes, even seasoned construction businesses can lose their rights. In this session, Ariela Wagner will share five clear steps that she’s identified in her role as president of SunRay Construction Solutions, that will help you secure your company’s rights. While lien laws vary widely from state-by-state, you’ll leave this session armed with fundamental, proven-in-the-real-world best practices to help you successfully navigate the process of protecting your lien rights, and to ending bad debt.

Target Audience: General Contractors, Suppliers and Subcontractors

Turn Google reviews, messaging and social media to revenue
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 407

John BermudezBirdeye
Social Media
John Bermudez
Trusted Advisor | Birdeye

If you're looking to improve your business' ranking on Google, you've come to the right place. John will share the Birdeye guide on using reviews, messaging and social media to grow your local reputation and SEO. You should expect to take away a page of notes on everything you need to know about attracting, converting and delighting your customers and prospects that interact with your business. 

Target Audience: Owners, Management, Soloprenuers, Supporting Staff

Photo-realistic vs. Artificial-looking CGI Renders - How to Spot the Difference?
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 406

Alannah SilvaBoxBrownie
Photorealism
Alannah Silva
Business Development Manager | Boxbrownie

CGI Renders have fast become the solution for marketing off-the-plan properties - helping potential buyers visualize what the finished build will look like while the foundations are being laid. The challenge in visualization often lies in presenting an image that accurately represents the end result, in a way that doesn't detract from the overall presentation with cartoony or unrealistic details. From considering the lighting source, angles, textures, materials, and background, to checking the edges and making sure there aren't any unrealistic shadows - an expert eye is vital in presenting professional marketing. In this seminar, we discuss some of the most common problems we see in renders and how to avoid them when marketing your property and help to fetch that higher sale price. 

Target Audience: Builders, Real Estate Agents, Developers, Architects

PVC101 – The Benefits & Uses of Cellular PVC 1.0 AIA Credit
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.  | Room 404

Jay MorrowVersatex
AIA
Jay Morrow
Central Florida Area Sales Manager | Versatex Building Products

Upon completion of this course, architects and participants will understand:

  • Properties of cellular PVC
  • Cellular PVC micro-ingredients
  • Key differences between high and low-quality cellular PVC
  • Ease of use and adaptability
  • Common and unique end-use applications
  • Painting, staining, and laminating options
  • PVC’s contributions to Sustainability
  • Properties of Cellular PVC Trim
  • Are all cellular PVC Trims the same?
  • Working With PVC
  • Uses & Applications
    1. Residential – Exterior & Interior
    2. Commercial
    3. Multi-Family
    4. Historical Preservation
  • Dark paint technology for cellular PVC trim
  • New trim surface technology - Film Laminates
  • PVC’s contribution to Sustainability

Target Audience: Builders, Contractors and Architects in Commercial and Residential applications.

Converting to Advanced Framing: Learn from Experience 1.0 AIA Credit
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.  | Room 408

Stephanie Thomas ReesAPA
AIA
Stephanie Thomas-Rees
Engineered Wood Specialist | APA

As energy codes become stricter, builders and designers are seeking options for energy-efficient construction that maintain strength, durability, sustainability and cost-effectiveness. One effective solution is advanced framing, a system of construction framing techniques that optimize material use and increase energy efficiency. The primary purpose for most advanced framing techniques is to eliminate unnecessary framing members, reducing the costs, while simultaneously minimizing thermal bridging and increasing insulation volume in the thermal envelope of the building.

Target Audience: Builders, Contractors and Architects in Commercial and Residential applications

How Google And Chat GPT Can Boost your Online Lead Flow
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | 

Joshua RamseyImage
Web Marketing

Joshua Ramsey

Marketing & Communications Strategist | Strategic Point Marketing

Google has certain expectations of your website.  The number one thing Google wants…. Good User Experience (UX).

In this session learn:

  • Exactly how to communicate to Google
  • How to track what your user experience
  • How to use Chat GPT to communicate better

All of this plus get access to a free marketing/Chat GPT tool, complimentary in part from Build Expo and www.JRcmo.com  Joshua Ramsey, Fractional CMO.

Not sure what a fractional CMO is?  Learn more about a fractional CMO by searching ‘JRcmo fractional CMO’

Wondering if this speaker is worth your time?  Hear his podcasts, radio show and online teaching by searching 'Joshua Ramsey Marketing’

Mastering Lien Rights: A Deep Dive into Florida Construction Law
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | 

Raphael RashkinFlorida Construction Liens by Rashkin Law
Liens

Raphael Rashkin

Attorney | Florida Construction Liens by Rashkin Law

This lecture on Florida construction lien law provides a comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing construction liens in the state. It covers essential topics such as lien creation, perfection, and enforcement, offering practical insights into navigating complex construction disputes. Participants will gain a deep understanding of lien rights, notices, and deadlines, crucial for contractors, subcontractors, and property owners alike. The lecture delves into recent legal developments, ensuring attendees are up-to-date with the latest regulations. Through real-world examples and case studies, participants will leave equipped with valuable knowledge to handle lien-related challenges effectively.

Sustainable Structures Built with Engineered Wood
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | 1 AIA Credit

Stephanie Thomas ReesAPA
AIA

Stephanie Thomas-Rees   

Wood Specialist | APA

As society seeks a more sustainable future, sustainable building construction is becoming more important. This program looks at sustainability in the construction industry and the role of wood construction, specifically, designing with engineered wood products. Participants will learn best practices to improve design, specification and installation of sustainable solutions using engineered wood systems.

Media Architecture – Creative Technologies for Digital Placemaking and Design of Immersive Experiences
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. |

Nanolumens
Technology

TBD

| Nanolumens

Creative technologies, specifically large-format direct-view LED display technology, is utilized by architects Worldwide as a compelling visual medium for the creation of engaging, inspiring, socially connected, and compelling environments. Variations of this technology may be used for indoor or outdoor applications in use cases ranging from small-format signage to building-scale media facades. This presentation gives examples of various applications ranging from digital experiences in corporate briefing centers, flagship retail and education facilities, to video activations of glass curtain walls in mixed-use developments, to iconic large-format public art canvases and immersive sculptural “digital placemaking” installations in transportation hub facilities.

These examples are shown in the context of how they enhance the built environment by creating a sense of place and have a positive impact on the social wellbeing of occupants. This course will also elaborate on how the design of these systems is integrated within the architectural design process through pre-contract and post-contract design development support, how they are physically installed into new or existing construction, and the associated facility impacts, and ongoing support requirements.

Target Audience: Custom Homebuilders, Remodelers, and Trade Contractors

Estimating Direct and Indirect Costs in Construction
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 402

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Estimating
Saleh Mubarak
Author, Public Speaker & Trainer

Direct and indirect expenses in construction projects: This presentation takes a quick and comprehensive look at all expenses expected in a typical construction project. We identify direct and indirect expenses and list all types of categories under each type. The presentation makes a brief analysis of labor, materials, equipment, overhead, bonds and insurance, profit, contingency, and other expenses. Knowing and estimating these expenses can make or break the contractor’s business. This presentation is a must for contractors and anyone in the construction industry.

Target Audience: Builders and Contractors

Automating your Processes with QuickBooks and Apps for Contractors - Level 1
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Room 401

Shannon SheridanEclipse
QuickBooks
Shannon Sheridan
CFO/COO | Eclipse Building Corp

We are living in a time that requires efficiency and organization. Having tons of paperwork and loose ends that take up your time and effort to grow and be more efficient is not the ideal picture. Join my class and learn all about being financially efficient with QuickBooks and the Apps. Learn what is the right QuickBooks for you and the different apps that are available for your builder's business. Learn the solutions that can completely change your perspective about accounting and project management.

Target Audience: Builders and Contractors

10 Min Marketing Plan to Avoid Marketing Overspending & Headaches. Plus, Where / How to Generate More Leads?
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | 

Joshua RamseyImage
Web Marketing
Joshua Ramsey
Marketing & Communications Specialist | Strategic Point Marketing

A Fractional CMO (Joshua Ramsey) is going to spend this time together show you how to deal with the most common frustrations of business owners.

  • Stop over-spending on marketing campaigns that don’t work
  • Use Technology to streamline your prospect funnels
  • Don’t let agencies take advantage of you

PLUS – learn how to build a ‘bullet proof marketing plan’ for yourself that big companies use to stay on top.

If you don’t attend this session, your competitors will!!

Automating your Processes with QuickBooks and Apps for Contractors - Level 2
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | 401

Shannon SheridanEclipse
QuickBooks
Shannon Sheridan
CFO/COO | Eclipse Building Corp

We are living in a time that requires efficiency and organization. Having tons of paperwork and loose ends that take up your time and effort to grow and be more efficient is not the ideal picture. Join my class and learn all about being financially efficient with QuickBooks and the Apps. Learn what is the right QuickBooks for you and the different apps that are available for your builder's business. Learn the solutions that can completely change your perspective about accounting and project management.

Target Audience: Builders and Contractors

Materials Mgmt. & Procurement: Navigating Broken Supply-Chain
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | 406

April MossColton CranstonDigiBuild
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April Moss
Chief Operating Officer & Co-Founder | DigiBuild Software
Colton Cranston
Solutions Consultant | DigiBuild Software

This session format is a round table discussion that specifically tackles Supply Chain Management and addresses a wide range of topics:

  • What are the main material issues affecting projects right now?
  • How has Covid impacted Supply Chains?
  • What are companies currently doing to manage this process?
  • What can they do to manage this process more effectively?
  • What stakeholders are being affected and how are they reacting?
  • What challenges come with introducing new technology? How to manage?
  • What are some of the ROI of Material Management & Procurement software? What about software in general?
  • What is an ideal material management & procurement process?
  • What is the future Supply Chain outlook?

Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Remodelers

Getting Claims Paid: Navigating the Ins and Outs of a Property Insurance Claim
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | 407

David PettinatoOLDER LUNDY
Claims
Dave Pettinato
Attorney | Older, Lundy, Koch & Martino

Insurance is a necessary aspect to everyday life therefore it is imperative that policyholders and their contractors know the basic ins and outs of navigating a claim upfront rather than after they are denied benefits.  An update of the new laws effecting contractors and work they may do for policyholders, will be discussed in detail.   Join OLDER LUNDY and Dave Pettinato as they dive into the check list of how to properly tackle Florida property insurance claims and recover what you are owed.

Target Audience: Policyholders, Businessowners, and anyone else who might have to deal with insurance claims whether it be their own residence or their field of work.

ELECOCOSOFT - Asta Powerproject – CPM Scheduling Software
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | 405

Mary WilliamsImage
Project Management
Mary Williams
Founder and CEO | Elecosoft

Powerproject supports more than 100,000 professionals worldwide, providing intuitive CPM scheduling, 4D BIM integration, a mobile app, and resource management features. Powerproject is perfect for construction projects of all sizes, giving you better project management tools and leading to better project outcomes.

Learn how quickly and efficiently you can set up, progress, and report on a project plan using Powerproject. We will set up the project using a Project Template and add additional scope using Task Pools. We will set up the Work Breakdown Structure and then add Tasks using a variety of methods depending on your preferences: type on the activity table, draw on the bar chart, task pools, copy/paste from Excel, import from another scheduling solution. Explore the various methods for linking tasks and assigning code libraries/activity codes. Learn how you can use Powerproject’s “Undo” feature to easily perform “what-if” scenarios and correct mistakes.  We will review several strategies for performing Progress Updates and generating presentation-quality reports.

Target Audience: Scheduler, PM, VP of ops, Planners

Zoning and Permitting: Navigating the Zoning Process: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | 402

ImageOLDER LUNDY
Permitting
David Singer
Attorney | Older, Lundy, Koch & Martino

In this session David will cover the process of zoning and what things to look out for.

Target Audience: Policyholders, Business-owners, and anyone else who might have to deal with insurance claims whether it be their own residence or their field of work.

Starting your Digital Transformation Journey
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | 403

Shirin ArnoldDropbox
Technology
Shirin Arnold
Industry Solutions Lead for Construction | Dropbox

How Dropbox can change the way you do business.

Target Audience: Builders and Contractors

Thursday, February 8, 2024

Workshops & Classes

Common Construction Sales Mistakes
9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. | 

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Sponsored by
MJ Products
Sales
Tom Woodcock
President | Seal the Deal
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 An Accident: How To Build Your Culture On One Sheet Of Paper
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 401

Scott BeebeBusiness On Purpose
Business Management
Scott Beebe
Founder & Head Coach | Business on Purpose

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

  1. Clarify the elements of great culture, and identify distracting elements of bad culture so you can focus on the elements of great culture
  2. Walk away with a one page visual of building great culture in your business starting tomorrow
  3. 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 Google And Chat GPT Can Boost your Online Lead Flow
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | 

Joshua RamseyImage
Web Marketing

Joshua Ramsey

Marketing & Communications Strategist | Strategic Point Marketing

Google has certain expectations of your website.  The number one thing Google wants…. Good User Experience (UX).

In this session learn:

  • Exactly how to communicate to Google
  • How to track what your user experience
  • How to use Chat GPT to communicate better

All of this plus get access to a free marketing/Chat GPT tool, complimentary in part from Build Expo and www.JRcmo.com  Joshua Ramsey, Fractional CMO.

Not sure what a fractional CMO is?  Learn more about a fractional CMO by searching ‘JRcmo fractional CMO’

Wondering if this speaker is worth your time?  Hear his podcasts, radio show and online teaching by searching 'Joshua Ramsey Marketing’

Mastering Lien Rights: A Deep Dive into Florida Construction Law
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | 

Raphael RashkinFlorida Construction Liens by Rashkin Law
Liens

Raphael Rashkin

Attorney | Florida Construction Liens by Rashkin Law

This lecture on Florida construction lien law provides a comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing construction liens in the state. It covers essential topics such as lien creation, perfection, and enforcement, offering practical insights into navigating complex construction disputes. Participants will gain a deep understanding of lien rights, notices, and deadlines, crucial for contractors, subcontractors, and property owners alike. The lecture delves into recent legal developments, ensuring attendees are up-to-date with the latest regulations. Through real-world examples and case studies, participants will leave equipped with valuable knowledge to handle lien-related challenges effectively.

PoE Lighting and Automation - Next Gen Control
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | 

Tyler AndrewsPoE Texas
Lightning

Tyler Andrews

CEO | PoE Texas

Top subject matter experts with experience in designing and constructing Power Over Ethernet intelligent buildings share their best practices and lessons learned.  The session will help Builders and Integrators interested in Smart Home and Smart Building Technology gain crucial skills and knowledge essential to delivering intelligent buildings and lighting for developers and owners.

Target Audience: Builders and Integrators interested in Smart Home and Smart Building Technology

Engineered Wood: A to Z
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | 1 AIA Credit

Stephanie Thomas ReesAPA
AIA

Stephanie Thomas-Rees   

Wood Specialist | APA

With the expanding choice and use of engineered wood products in today’s construction market, it’s more important than ever to understand how to properly select, install and detail engineered wood materials. This presentation will address the benefits and proper application of engineered wood products, including plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), glued laminated timber (glulam), I-joists and structural composite lumber (SCL).

Lateral Load Path Basics: Tracing a wind load through a wood-framed structure 1.0 AIA Credit
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.  |  Room 408

Stephanie Thomas ReesAPA
AIA
Stephanie Thomas-Rees
Engineered Wood Specialist | APA

This session outlines the path a wind load takes through a wood-framed structure, as well as the importance of a complete load path and associated construction details. As a result of this session, participants will:

  • Understand the complete lateral load path
  • Identify common framing errors within this path
  • Understand the consequences of an incomplete path
  • Discuss and evaluate code requirements for critical details

Target Audience: Builders, Contractors and Architects in Commercial and Residential applications

Productivity Adjustments and its Impact on Cost and Duration
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 402

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Estimating
Saleh Mubarak
Author, Public Speaker & Trainer

Productivity adjustments and its impact on cost and duration. Estimating crew (labor and equipment) productivity is crucial to both the cost and duration of the project. This is why the contractor must make proper adjustments to estimated productivity for each work activity, taking into account all impacting factors such as weather conditions. But adjustments must also be considered with schedule updates because things rarely, if ever, go as planned. This presentation takes a quick look at this process with valuable tips for more accurate cost estimates and schedules. 

Target Audience: Builders and Contractors

10 Minute Marketing Strategy Plan
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | 

Joshua RamseyImage
Web Marketing
Joshua Ramsey
Marketing & Communications Specialist | Strategic Point Marketing

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