Make your plans today to attend the 2008 International Builders' Show®, coming up the week of Feb. 9-16 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Whether you are a builder, developer, designer or sales and marketing professional, you'll find plenty of great 50+ housing information at the world’s largest annual light construction show.

Please visit www.buildersshow.com for more information on IBS, including online registration and hotels. Check out the 50+ Housing Council complete schedule of activities and 50+ housing education sessions. Or visit the 50+ Housing Council IBS events Web page.

Monday, Feb. 11

• 50+ Housing Council First-Timers Orientation & Welcome 
  8:30 - 9:15 a.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 230A, Level II
  New 50+ Housing Council members and those who want to get involved are invited to attend this breakfast meeting. Learn about the various national committees and what they do. Also, find out about the Council’s activities and events at the 2008 International Builders’ Show.
  
• 50+ Housing Council Networking Dinner/CAASH Induction Ceremony 
  6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
  Maggiano's Little Italy
  9101 International Drive
  Join the NAHB 50+ Housing Council as it inducts designees for the Certified Active Adult Specialist in Housing (CAASH) designation program. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to recognize industry leaders and network with your peers in 50+ housing. Listen to CAASH designees forecast the future of the 50+ housing industry.
  Cost is $85 through Jan. 25, $95 afterwards and on-site. Register online today!

Tuesday, Feb. 12

• 50+ Housing Council Board of Trustees & General Membership Meeting
  2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 110A, Level I
  
  
• 50+ Housing Council Membership Reception 
  5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 222A, Level II
  Join your fellow 50+ Housing Council members for food, drinks and fun! Catch up with old friends and make new contacts.

Thursday, Feb. 14

• Marketing Trends That Get You Sales: Learn What's Happening Today to Make Sales Soar (Marketing Breakfast)
  7:30-9:30 a.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 107, Level I
  Building and marketing professionals from across the country will discuss how active adult communities are succeeding in today's housing market and what is happening with the active adult market they serve during this breakfast presentation by the NAHB 50 Housing Council.
  Cost is $35 per person. Register online today to reserve your spot!
  
• How to Get Started in Active Adult Housing
  9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 300, Level 3 
  Learn about the housing market's fastest-growing segment. This power-packed, exciting and informative full-day FREE seminar will teach you the successful programs, tactics, techniques, strategies and solutions to have a winning 55+ lifestyle community. Sessions include Feasibility, Creating the Team, Land Planning, Design, Marketing and Sales. Taught by nationally known professionals whose combined experience covers 100+ years. This is one program you can't miss!
  
• Local 50+ Housing Council Roundtable
  10:00 a.m. - noon
  Orange County Convention Center, West 105B, Level 1
  Swap ideas with other local 50+ Housing Councils from across the country. Associations interested in starting a local council are invited to participate. Contact Jeff Jenkins by e-mail or 800-368-5242 x8292 to RSVP.
  
• Active Adult Architectural Plan Reviews and Community Ad Reviews
  10:00 a.m. - noon and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 107, Level 1
  Bring your community, clubhouse and home plans to be reviewed one-on-one by the country's top active adult architects and land planners. Or bring your community ads to get valuable feedback from the country's premier active adult marketing professionals. Stop by to get tips and great ideas. Contact Janice Coyle in advance by e-mail or 800-368-5242 x8386 to guarantee a complimentary 30-minute appointment. Or sign up for a time slot on-site during the International Builders' Show.

Friday, Feb. 15

• Active Adult Architectural Plan Reviews and Community Ad Reviews
  10:00 a.m. - noon and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 107, Level I
  Bring your community, clubhouse and home plans to be reviewed one-on-one by the country's top active adult architects and land planners. Or bring your community ads to get valuable feedback from the country's premier active adult marketing professionals. Contact Janice Coyle in advance by e-mail or 800-368-5242 x8386 to guarantee a complimentary 30-minute appointment. Or sign up for a time slot on-site during the International Builders' Show.

For more information on 50+ Housing Council events and activities at the 2008 International Builders' Show, contact the 50+ Housing Council at 800-368-5242 x8220 or 50plus@nahb.com. Or visit the 50+ Housing Council IBS events Web page. [Return to top]