b'Hello&WelcomeW hen 2021 came to an end, a lot of us thought all the unknowns surrounding COVID-19 were well on their way to being behind us. I dont think any of us knew we would still be dealing with the many issues the global pandemic has caused, not only with the health and safety of our families, friends, and employees, but in the running of our home lives and businesses as well. Like so many other industry events, NFBA was forced to cancel the 2021 Frame Building Expo, making this years Conference and Expo in Nashville, TN even more special than usual. If you were there, you felt the buzz and excitement. But if you couldnt make it, this issue of Frame Building Magazine is where you can see and be jealous of everything you missed. Inside you will find 3 action-packed days worth of photo highlights. From the outstanding educational sessions to Keynote Speaker Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman, to the afterhours social events and the Expo Floor, something new was around every corner.You will also find the 2021 Building of the Year (BOY) Award Winners, the Excellence in Safety Award Winners, the 2021 Crew Foreman of the Year, and the 2021 Bernon G. Perkins Award Winner. So much goes into these award submissions and these winners are truly deserving of the recognition for all of their hard work.On behalf of the National Frame Building Associations Board and Committee Members, I would like to thank you for your participation at the 54th Annual NFBA Expo.I hope you had a successful show, enjoyed the weeks festivities, and had a chance to make business contacts both old and new. Our Builder Members, Exhibitors, Sponsors, and Post Frame Advantage Donors are the driving force that allows the Association to continue to provide our members with quality education and a full Expo where they can learn about the latest technology and products to advance their operations, and in turn, the industry as a whole.Mark your calendars to join us next year, February 22-24, 2023 in Louisville, KY. Until then, stay safe and healthy. Rachel PinkusEditor'