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11 AM - 12 PM
Main Stage
Advanced
Business
NARI CEU
Secrets to Doubling Your Business in 2 Years
Zach Heinold, Owner, Heinold Homes and Renovations
Discover essential strategies that helped our company skyrocket from $5M to nearly $10M in just two years! This session will dive into the powerful impact of three key pillars—Values, People, and Tools—that drove explosive growth. Learn how faith shaped our company's journey, how aligning the homeowners, employees, and trade partners unlocked new levels of success, and how tools like JobTread streamlined operations for rapid scaling. Plus, get insider tips on unique marketing strategies and customer engagement tactics that keep clients coming back, long after projects are complete.
1:30 - 2:30 PM
Stage D
Intermediate
Business
NARI CEU
Vital Skills For Women Stepping Into Leadership In Construction
Laurel Winkel, SheBuilds LLC, CEO
Myka Nolten, Operations Manager, SheBuilds LLC
A common issue for women in the construction field is feeling a sense of "imposter syndrome" when stepping into leadership roles. The key to overcoming this issue is developing confidence in ourselves and our leadership skills. But turning this mindset around can be easier said than done. We will have a discussion about the key skills that will help develop the necessary communication styles, knowledge base and culture that will help women thrive in the construction industry. There will be key takeaways that women can apply to their positions to help them step into their roles with confidence and shake off inferiority thinking.
Roundtable Room
Roundtables
Business
NARI CEU
Labor Management: Employees vs. Subcontractors
Engage in a candid conversation about the pros and cons of managing subcontractors versus employees in your construction business. Participants will share their experiences and strategies for effective labor management, ensuring optimal productivity and teamwork on-site.
4:15 - 4:45 PM
Stage D
Business
NARI CEU
Automate COI Collection and Avoid Insurance Audit Surprises: JobTread + HoundDog
Rusty Brett, Co-Founder & CEO, HoundDog
Tired of collecting and verifying insurance documents? Have you ever received an additional premium audit because you missed a COI or two? Work smarter, not harder. Automate COI collections and easily capture MSAs, W9s or any other subcontractor documents you need with HoundDog.
Stage C
Business
Best Practices For Hiring and Onboarding
Mike Claudio, Owner, WinRate Consulting
Learning how to hire and onboard a high performing team is the difference between scaling effectively and pulling your hair out trying to do everything yourself. We will cover a 4 step interview process and a full review of a 90 day onboarding strategy regardless of position so you can walk away with a great understanding of how to hire and onboard effectively!
Stage B
Estimating
Business
Design and Build Processes that Scale
A.J. Ballentine, Founder and CEO, Rendr
Learn how A.J. redefined the sales architecture of his award-winning design-build firm and restructured company-wide processes to scale the business profitably. Discover practical insights into transforming sales, marketing, and production processes to achieve operational excellence.
5 - 5:30 PM
Stage C
Business
How to Build a Culture of Recruiting so You NEVER Experience a Labor Shortage
Paul Sanneman, Founder and CEO, Contractor Staffing Source
The presentation covers strategies for hiring and retaining ideal employees. Key points include common myths about recruitment, the importance of building a great team, continuously recruiting, and hiring outside of the construction industry. It emphasizes the value of investing in employees, outsourcing recruitment when necessary, and following structured processes like detailed assessments and onboarding plans. The presentation also highlights the dangers of hiring fast and firing slow, advocating for careful vetting of candidates to ensure a good fit
Stage D
Business
Real Life Stories of Strong Margins and Quality of Life
Doug Dwyer, President and CSO, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
The foundation of a successful remodeling business isn’t just strong financials—it’s a life well-lived and having a quality of life. Join this panel of seasoned experts as they share insights into how franchising builds a company that supports your personal goals while helping deliver exceptional profitability. Discover strategies to improve operational efficiency, grow your bottom line, and reclaim time for yourself and your family.
Stage B
Business
Technology: Profit or Loss?
Tom Houghton, Founder, Builder's Board
Are your tech subscriptions boosting your bottom line or dragging you down? Do you loathe logging in? Technology can be one of the greatest tools in your toolbox—or your biggest expense. This session explores how to make smarter tech decisions that deliver measurable ROI. From selecting the best tools to tracking their impact, you’ll gain actionable strategies to turn technology into a driver of success for your business. If you want to make the most out of technology in your business this year, don’t miss this session.
11 AM - 12 PM
Stage D
Beginner
Business
NARI CEU
Staying Afloat: Overcoming Tough Times and Building Resilience
Bryce Swager, CEO, SwagerBuilds
Life and work in construction are filled with unexpected twists—delays, setbacks, and personal challenges that can feel overwhelming. In this session, hear firsthand how I have faced these tough times head-on and learn how to navigate them when it feels like you’re drowning. Through personal stories and actionable strategies, discover how to stay grounded, communicate openly with clients, and keep making progress—even when it feels impossible. Walk away with a renewed sense of hope and actionable steps to turn challenges into opportunities for growth.
4:15 - 4:45 PM
Main Stage
Business
10 Reasons Why Builders & Remodelers Fail to Grow
Randy Stanbury, Founder & Lead Coach, 4 Level Coach
We'll explore the "10 Reasons Why Builders and Remodelers Fail to Grow," that are keeping you from achieving scalable growth and profitability. We'll be sharing the 4 Level Coach Success System designed to guide entrepreneurs through a step by step process to crush these "10 Reasons" setting you up to make a fortune with an abundance of time and money.
Stage D
Business
YOUR BUSINESS, YOUR CULTURE: Attract and Hire Employees Who Align With Your Vision
Erin Longmoon, CEO & Founder, Zephyr Connects
Discover how to attract and hire employees who not only fit the role but also align with your company’s values and vision. This workshop will help you define your culture, communicate it effectively, and identify candidates who will thrive in your environment. Learn practical strategies to enhance your employer brand, streamline your hiring process, and build a cohesive, mission-driven team. Ideal for business owners, leaders and HR professionals looking to create a stronger, more aligned workforce.
5 - 5:30 PM
Main Stage
Financial
Business
Know Your Numbers!
Kyle Hunt, Owner, Remodelers On The Rise
Every successful remodeler and every business coach tells you you have to know your numbers. But what exactly does that mean? Kyle will take his 2 decades of coaching experience and unveil exactly how you can know your numbers. We'll review your P&L, markup and margin, overhead expenses, and how to ensure a healthy net profit at the end of the year.
Stage D
Business
Trust Your Gut: Your Ultimate Guide to Residential Contracts
Karalynn Cromeens, Owner, The Cromeens Law Firm
Karalynn Cromeens will be going over excerpts from her newest book, Trust Your Gut: Your Ultimate Guide to Residential Contracts
10:30 - 11:30 AM
Stage B
Advanced
Business
NARI CEU
Making JobTread Data Work for You: Custom Reporting and Basic Data Analysis
Cortni Byrd, Director of Operations, Jacob's Ladder Construction
Unlock the full potential of your JobTread data to make smarter, data-driven decisions by automating your reporting process. This session will guide you through JobTread’s custom reporting features and show you how to integrate Zapier and Google Sheets for seamless automation. Learn how to filter, sort, group, and automate reports to gain valuable insights without the manual effort. We’ll cover practical use cases, such as analyzing sales performance and tracking quarterly trends, using automated workflows to send JobTread data directly to Google Sheets. By the end of this session, you’ll have actionable strategies to streamline your reporting, boost business outcomes, and turn your JobTread data into a powerful decision-making resource.
1 - 1:30 PM
Main Stage
Business
Lessons from the Experts: Roundtables Members Share
Steve Wheeler, Executive Director of Roundtables, Remodelers' Advantage
Remodelers Advantage Roundtables Executive Director, Steve Wheeler will be joined by three successful remodelers, long-time Roundtables members, who will share lessons learned as they grew their companies to be strong, profitable remodeling businesses.
Stage C
Business
Creating High-Converting Lead Funnels with GoHighLevel
Seth Vandaele, Chief Marketing Officer, Home Builder Marketers
Nicholas Cormier, CEO, Home Builder Marketers
Discover how to transform your lead generation and sales processes using GoHighLevel (GHL) and Facebook advertising. This session will guide you through the essentials of building a high-performing funnel, automating follow-ups, and integrating GHL seamlessly with JobTread to supercharge your business operations. We’ll share real-life case studies from JobTread users, actionable tips for video marketing, and exclusive offers for attendees.

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