Ready to move beyond one-offs and rehabs and into real development? Join a seasoned expert for this candid, town hall-style session that delivers a tactical, boots-on-the-ground roadmap to land development that you can use immediately. Through presentation, audience Q&A and short case studies, you'll learn to confidently assess land opportunities, navigate zoning and infrastructure hurdles, secure financing and sidestep costly rookie mistakes. Explore real development scenarios including zoning maps, site plans and deal structures to gain a practical framework for taking a project from acquisition to successful execution. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313

Tired of thinking, “If I don’t do it myself, it won’t get done right?” You’re not alone and there is a better way. In this hands-on, interactive session, learn how to drive better results from your team without micromanaging. Using the simple, proven ABC model (Activators, Behaviors, Consequences), discover how to communicate expectations clearly, reinforce key behaviors and apply effective consequences that improve performance and accountability. Through real-world examples, live edits and ready-to-use templates, walk away with practical tools and a framework you can immediately apply. Whether you're a seasoned leader or a first-time manager, this session will help you lead with confidence, improve team alignment and create a culture of ownership and follow-through. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Efficient floor plans are essential for delivering attainable homes, but in 2026 builders must go further—doing more with less while maximizing margins. Learn how to design right-sized, lifestyle-driven homes that maximize efficiency and minimize waste, while integrating on-trend interiors that boost buyer appeal. With real-world floor plans, renderings, and finished examples, architecture and interior design professionals will share practical strategies to elevate homes without inflating costs. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Say goodbye to siloed planning and costly missteps as this session reveals how unified, front-end collaboration can turn pre-construction chaos into coordinated success. Discover how early stakeholder engagement, aligned expectations and shared decision-making reduce delays and rework, save time and money and build trust across the board. Leave with strategies to improve communication, minimize conflict and lay a rock-solid foundation for on-time, on-budget project execution. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Rework drains profits, so we’re breaking down the communication systems, quality control protocols, SOPs, and jobsite-to-office workflows top contractors use to eliminate callbacks and execute flawlessly. Through case studies, see how builders reduced errors by 40%, improved client trust and created scalable operations that deliver consistent, high-quality results — without micromanaging every jobsite. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Artificial intelligence is now being widely used and rapidly reshaping the multifamily housing industry. This session highlights the most current applications of AI across the full multifamily lifecycle, including site selection and feasibility, navigating codes and zoning, optimizing leasing and marketing performance, and driving property management efficiency. Walk away with a practical understanding of which AI tools matter most today, emerging trends to watch, and how leading firms are using AI to improve decision-making, reduce costs, and enhance the resident experience. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Today’s buyers focus on how a home feels and functions within their budget. In this session, design and sales experts come together to show how thoughtful architectural choices, paired with the right messaging, can elevate perceived value without raising costs. Through visuals, floor plans, and real-world examples, learn to design efficient layouts and budget-conscious features that “read” high-end, while communicating their value in ways that resonate with buyers. Discover how design and messaging strategies work together to sell more affordable homes more effectively. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

This Studio session examines how AI is being used to support both creative and operational work in the interior design process. Through real-world examples, see how design teams use AI to generate controlled design visualizations, improve stakeholder alignment, and reduce time spent on repetitive administrative and operational tasks. The examples focus on practical and accessible AI tools that teams can apply within their own workflows. Office Hours: Following this session, you are invited to stick around to work one-on-one or in small groups with the speakers to explore AI design tools and best practices in more detail and get insights for your company. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313

Margins are tight, costs are rising and skilled labor is harder to find. Builders need smarter solutions now. In this practical, no-hype session, a panel of experts and builders break down how field-tested and proven AI tools are already helping construction teams improve efficiency, reduce errors and deliver better client experiences. From sales and permitting to file management, communication and training, explore exactly how low-effort, high-impact AI solutions are being used on the jobsite today. Discover proven ways builders are applying AI to simplify processes, speed up timelines and support stretched teams while improving customer satisfaction and protecting profits. The session features 10-minute expert insights on key areas of the build cycle, paired with 5-minute case studies from builders using AI. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313

Profit and cash flow can’t be left to chance or determined by a fickle market. Financial success starts with financial diligence: understanding how your numbers work together and how to make smart, timely decisions in a constantly changing environment. Learn a practical framework that connects the dots between job costing, budgeting, sales and cash flow strategies. Walk away with actionable insights to strengthen your financial foundation, protect your margins and increase your capacity to sell and deliver more jobs with confidence. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313

The market (and your budget) may be tightening, but that doesn’t mean your marketing results have to suffer. In this practical, high-energy session, three expert marketing consultants — each specializing in working with small, mid-sized or large builders — share proven strategies that drive results without breaking the bank. Discover how builders of all sizes are maximizing limited resources through smart, high-impact website strategies, social media that builds real connections and content that drives traffic and builds trust. Whether you’re a solo builder or part of a national team, walk away with actionable ideas to strengthen your marketing efforts, connect with today’s homebuyers and thrive in any market condition. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313

What do the leaders of Camelot Homes, True Homes, and Thrive Home Builders have in common?  They've all been named Pro Builder's Builder of the Year, are NHQ Gold Award winners, and each follows powerful, results-driven habits that set them apart.  In this candid session, these standout execs share the real-world practices fueling their company culture, leadership, and growth.  Using 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' principles and framework, they'll highlight the key strategies for taking their companies to the next level, offer actionable takeaways for builders at any stage, and provide practical advice for leading with intention, building stronger teams, and growing your company with purpose and vision. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

AI is your communication MVP, but without the right coaching, your team will be stuck on the sidelines. In this high-impact session for sales and marketing leaders, discover how to train, coach and lead your team to confidently leverage AI across the entire buyer journey from creating standout marketing copy to crafting personalized sales outreach. Learn why AI skills aren’t automatic and walk away with a practical playbook packed with Al training tips, essential tools and real-world examples you can put to work immediately. Explore how to elevate messaging, build consistency and use AI to gain a real competitive edge. Lead like a coach. Think like a strategist. And turn AI into your team's secret weapon one message at a time. Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313