FABA Innovation and Education Expo

Description

Registration is now open—join us for a day of insight, innovation, and industry connection.

The FABA Innovation & Education Expo is a signature event designed to bring our building industry together for a full day of education, collaboration, and forward-thinking conversation. This immersive experience connects builders, remodelers, trades, and associates to the ideas, tools, and insights shaping the future of our industry.

Attendees will hear from knowledgeable industry leaders, engage directly with local officials involved in the building and approval process, and explore innovative tools, technology, and products showcased by exhibitors throughout the day. Whether you’re navigating a shifting market, adapting to new codes, embracing innovation, or planning for the future workforce, this event delivers practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

The Expo is intentionally designed to create open dialogue—bridging the gap between innovation, regulation, and real-world application—while strengthening relationships across our seven-county region.

In addition to educational sessions, attendees will have time to connect with innovative exhibitors showcasing emerging products and technologies—many of which represent the next wave of solutions for our industry.

Whether you’re looking to stay informed, gain a competitive edge, or connect with others shaping the future of building, the FABA Innovation & Education Expo is a must-attend event.

Session Overview:
8:00 AM - Registration opens for Breakfast with the Inspectors  
8:30 - 9:30 AM - Breakfast with the Inspector Panel  
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM - Education Session - Beyond the Buzz: Real-World AI for the Building Industry 
How to Pivot Your Business: Transitioning into Remodeling and Enhance Your Remodeling Business
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM - Education Session - Interpreting the 2021 Codes discussion
Safety Reimagined: Modern Approaches to Risk Reduction 
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM - Lunch and Keynote speaker - Clay Eure on the tradeshow floor  
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM - Government Affairs Update: What We’re Watching 
From Submittal to Approval: What Happens After Plans Are Submitted 
2:00 PM  - 2:45 PM - Education Session - Building the Workforce Pipeline 
Economic Trends Shaping Construction & Remodeling 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Innovating the Way We Connect 

Interested in being an exhibitor? Click here to submit your application -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMv34umVmfERNKazxFS1OUXiFIzJOY5hxVeU1-KEYXNmFRXQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor