ReNews -- Remodelors Council News - 06/15/2006 (Plain Text Version)

Vince Butler CAPS, CGR, GMB
Remodelors^TM Council Chair
Clifton, Virginia

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In this issue:
Tens of Millions Learn About the Remodelors Council
Home Owners, Contractors Sound Off About Each Other
So Many Awards, So Little Time
Are You Participating in the Remodeling Market Index?
Remodeling Show Events
Fall Board Schedule
BuilderBooks Offers Free Shipping on Books that Build Your Business
You Can Influence the Remodeling Industry!
Platinum Strategic Partners

Remodeling Show Events

Time to plan for the 2006 Remodeling Show. Exhibitors and attendees may now begin making hotel accommodations from our website at www.TheRemodelingShow.com. There are six hotels to choose from in the hotel block with rates starting at $129/night. The Palmer House is the "official" Remodelors Council hotel.

Council Events:

NAHB Remodelors™ Council Gala
Join NAHB Remodelors™ Council for an entertaining night of awards, dinner, and dancing. Be part of the celebration as the 2006 Class of the America’s Best National Remodeling Hall of Fame, 2006 CADRE Award winners and “Remodelor™ of the Year” are recognized. The Gala is a tribute to the remodeling industry and is open to everyone.

When: Friday, Oct. 20

Where: Chicago Cultural Center

Time: 6:30pm Cocktail Reception; 7:15 -11:00 p.m. Evening Program

Cost: $80 for NAHB Members, $90 for non-members

Registration: Advanced registration is required

Dress: Black Tie Optional

CGR Reception
Reconnect with your CGR peers and congratulate the 2006 graduates at a special reception that includes an open bar and light fare. This is an invitation-only event, limited to CGRs and their guests and non-CGRs who have completed PREP.

When: Wednesday, Oct. 18

Where: The Palmer House Hilton – Empire Room

Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Cost: Free for CGRs and one guest with advance registration or $20 per person at the door. All non-CGRs who have completed PREP may register for $40.

Registration: Register via email at mbenik@nahb.com before Oct. 9

Dress: Casual to business casual

Remodelors Council Local Council Workshop
This year’s workshop focus is sales and promotion — selling Remodelors Council membership and promoting the Remodelors Council brand name to the public. How does your council recruit new members? How does your council promote its members to the consumer? Provide advice and learn from your peers. Leaders, members and staff of local Remodelors™ Councils are welcomed to attend.

When: Wednesday, Oct. 18

Where: TBD

Time: 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Cost: Free with advanced registration

Registration: Register via email at remodel@nahb.com before Oct. 2

Dress: Casual to business casual

How to Succeed with CGR & CAPS Designation Programs
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When: Thursday, Oct. 19

Where: TBD

Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

Registration: Contact Maria Nande, The NAHB University of Housing, at 202-266-8154 or mnande@nahb.com.