b"57 thANNUALSCHEDULE NFBA\rame building expoBUSINESS MANAGEMENT(BALLROOM A) While growing up on a dairy farm in Afton, Wyoming, Gardner became 2025-2026: Anticipating Business Cycle Changes accustomed to defying the odds. When he was just in kindergarten, Michael Fuez - ITR Economics he was identified by his teachers as a special-needs student a Michael will provide crucial insights into understanding the dynamicscharacterization that plagued him throughout much of his school years unfolding in the US economy including interest rates, inflation, andin the form of poor grades and bullying. But with strong family support more. This session will help business leaders navigate through 2025and the resolve of an Olympic champion, those early struggles would and 2026 strategically, maximize on the growth opportunities, andprove to only fuel his motivation to succeed and capture not only a gold prepare for the later part of the decade.medal, but also a Bachelor`s degree from the University of Nebraska.Stay ahead of the curve: Anticipating changes in market conditions before they happen and understanding the signs allows you to be1:00-5:00 pmEXPO OPEN (HALL AB)successful in every phase of the business cycle.Plan with confidence: Equip yourself with key management objectivesEXPO FLOOR ACTIVITIES(HALL AB)and when to implement them so you can maximize the opportunities1:30-3:00 pm in 2025, 2026, and beyond. Window & Door Installation: Tips and TricksOutperform the competition: data driven planning and decisionswith Kyle Stumpenhorst, RR Buildings featuring Plyco allows you to act first and gain a competitive edge. building productsWhen installing windows and doors, the first basic rule is to 'think like SALES AND MARKETING(BALLROOM B) a drop of water'. Water leaks from around windows and doors are The Professional Client Approach: Rules for Customerthe visible result of a poor installation and air leaks not only cause a Engagementbuilding to be inefficient and waste energy, but its also leaves them Marvin Montogomery -Marvin Montogomery & Associates susceptible to damage caused by condensation. This can lead to insect For more than 30 years, Marvin Montgomery has earned widespreadinfiltration and/or mold problems.Join Kyle to learn the proper way national recognition and praise for his informative, practical andto install some of Plycos most popular windows and doors and learn stimulating programs that reflect his basic philosophy: Preparationbest practices that can be applied in a multitude of install situations and practice are the keys to sales success. with a variety of brands and products.In this session members will learn:3:30-4:00 pm The Rules of Client Engagement that will reduce customer anxietyRapid Framing Systemand immediately build know, like and trust. with Todd Meinhold and Dwayne BorkholderThe five Benefits that are gained by using this approach to reinforceJoin us for a quick demonstration of the Rapid Framing System which the value of not information dumping.will give attendees a visual of what is now possible on the jobsite. The importance of actively listening and asking questions so youRapid Framing SystemA New Kind of Speed!become a solution provider.4:15-4:45 pm SAFETY AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGEThe Evolution of an Industry(BALLROOM C) with Rudolf (Rudy) HeusukIt has been said that the name pole barn is a negative word that The AI-Powered Builder: How Smart Tech isconnotates primitive crudeness.One of the early missions of the Reshaping Construction and Business NFBA was to take that sting out the term pole building by opting to Kevin Fox - Foxwerx Group call them frame buildings. Hence the name Frame Builders. Rudy Missed calls. Lost leads. Too much time spent chasing customers.Heusuk documented the post-frame evolutionary process from its Sound familiar? In this eye-opening session, Kevin Fox will show howinfancy when the main poles were indeed round telephone poles, to AI can automate scheduling, follow-ups, and customer interactions,todays state of the art manufacturing processes. He will share his story.so your business keeps growingeven when you're on-site.Discover how AI-powered tools like virtual receptionists, automated lead4:00 PM - 5:00 PMPRIZE DRAWING (HALL AB)follow-ups, and AI-driven estimating can save time, boost revenue, and keep you ahead of the competitionwithout requiring tech expertise. 5:00 PM7:00 PM(DOWNTOWN GRILL & BREWERY)If you're a contractor, builder, or business owner looking to workWomen in Post Frame Meet N Greetsmarter, not harder, this session is for you. Learn how AI can take thePlease join us Wednesday after the Expo for an opportunity to make busy work off your plateso you can focus on building.Dont get leftnew acquaintances and share challenges and solutions from your behind - see how AI can transform your business today! day-to-day experiences.There will be fun activities, prizes, and an engaging presentation from conference speaker, Rachel Mawhirter of Marketing Maven Consulting!10:50-11:15 amBREAK 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM 11:15-12:45 pmKEYNOTE SPEAKER AND Plyco Reception(MARRIOTT HOTELFULTON ROOM)MEMBERSHIP MEETING Enjoy entertainment, food, and beverages, compliments of Plyco Corporation, a leading supplier of products to the post-frame, me-KEYNOTE PRESENTATION(BALLROOM EFG) tal-clad building and commercial construction industries.Olympic Gold Medalist, Rulon GardnerTurning Negative Moments into Character Building Experiences2025 FRAME BUILDING EXPO- KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE / 23"