Visit www.buildersshow.com for more information on IBS, including online registration and hotels. Check out the 50+ Housing Council’s complete schedule of activities as well as more than 30 education sessions.

 

Take a break at the 50+ Housing Council Hospitality Suite! Wednesday, Feb. 7-Saturday, Feb. 10 Join us in West 107, Level 1 — the same location as last year — for coffee, refreshments and a place to relax. Also, make your appointment for architectural and plan reviews.

There are several 50+ Housing Pre-Convention Courses offered on Monday, Feb. 5 and Tuesday, Feb. 6.  Find out more here. Separate fees apply.

 

First Timers’ Orientation and Welcome 
8:45-9:15 a.m.
Orange County Convention Center, West 224C, Level II
New 50+ Housing Council members and those who want to get involved with the Council are invited to attend this breakfast meeting. Learn about the various national committees and what they do and find out about the Council’s activities and events at the 2007 International Builders’ Show.

50+ Housing Council Networking Dinner/CAASH Induction Ceremony
6:30-9:00 p.m. 
Rosen Centre Hotel 
"Don't Just Survive, Thrive: How to Flourish in an Ever-Changing Market" 
Change is inevitable and merely surviving in today's competitive housing market isn't enough. Speaker Paul Montelongo, CSP, CGR, an international authority on sales motivation, will share the secret formula to thriving in an evolving market, especially with savvy active adult consumers, in his presentation titled “Don't Just Survive, Thrive: How to Flourish in an Ever-Changing Market.”

Also, join the 50+ Housing Council as it inducts the first designees of its new Certified Active Adult Specialist in Housing (CAASH) designation program. Industry veterans will be honored for their life-time work in the 50+ housing industry. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to recognize industry leaders and network with your peers in 50+ housing.

Cost is $85 per person through Wednesday, Jan. 24, $95 afterwards. Onsite registration is $95.
REGISTER ONLINE!
Register by mail or fax with this form.

Tuesday, Feb. 6

2:00-4:00 p.m.
Orange County Convention Center, West 222B, Level II

 

50+ Housing Council Membership Reception
5:00-6:30 p.m.

Orange County Convention Center, West 230C, Level II
Join your fellow 50+ Housing Council members for food, drinks, and fun! Catch up with old friends and make new contacts.

 

50+ Housing Council Local Council Roundtable
9:00-11:00 a.m.
Orange County Convention Center, West 230C, Level II
Swap ideas with other local 50+ Housing Councils from across the country. Associations interested in starting a local council are invited to participate.

 

Are Current Market Conditions Affecting the Active Adult Market? (Marketing Breakfast)
7:30-9:30 a.m.
Industry marketing professionals will discuss how active adult communities are succeeding in today's housing market and will share what is going on in their own back yard. Network with your peers and learn from the experts about what's selling in today's marketplace and how you can increase your bottom line.

Moderator Barbara Kleger of 55+ Consulting (Philadelphia) will headline a distinguished panel that includes Bill Becker of The William E. Becker Organization (Teaneck, N.J.), Tracy Bild of Dynamic Performance International (Tampa, Fla.), Kathy East of Creating Results (Woodbridge, Va.), Sandra Quinn of Traditions of America (Philadelphia, Pa.).

Cost is $35 per person.
REGISTER ONLINE by Thursday, Jan. 25!
You can also fill out the event flyer to register by phone or fax.

Fair Housing for the Active Adult Builder
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Orange County Convention Center, South 330 E-H
To age-restrict or not is a tricky decision for builders. If you build an age-restricted community, it's important to understand Fair Housing Act implications and how to market your property correctly. Hear tips from an attorney, builder and marketer.

How to Get Started in Active Adult Housing
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Orange County Convention Center, West 300
This power-packed, exciting and informative full-day FREE program will teach you the successful programs, tactics, techniques, strategies and solutions to create a winning 55+ lifestyle community. Taught by seven nationally-known professionals whose combined experience covers 100+ years, this is one program you can't miss! (No registration needed. Limited seating.)