Northern Nevada Building
Conference - Reno, Nevada
January 16, 2008

7:15 A.M. – Registration Opens
8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. – Keynote Breakfast/Address/Report: Forecast 2008 and Beyond
Begin 2008 with a new perspective on the construction and real estate industries in Northern Nevada
Trade Show Exhibit hours 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS – 10:30 A.M. – 11:45 A.M.
Track A: Subcontractors Roundtable Panel
Dealing with the challenges of a market correction? Seen a slowdown in payments? Pricing concessions? Gain tips from experts in banking and management,builders and suppliers on how to survive!
Speakers: Sam Chamberlin, D & D Roofing
Shawn Oliphant, Esq., Fahrendorf, Viloria, Oliphant & Oster, LLP
Ty Nebe, Northern Nevada Bank

Track B: Building Green in Northern Nevada
“Going Green” is no longer a concept—learn more about building green, and receive an advance peek at Northern Nevada’s own “Green Building Guidelines” currently under developmentpresented by Tony Abreu of Pearce Construction and Kevin Dick of UNR. Also, learn about panelized construction and building green for less with Michael Murray from Forma Home Systems.

PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES’ KEYNOTE ADDRESSES — At this writing, we do not have a “time certain” for remarks to our attendees by Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton and now, Republican Presidential Candidate John McCain. Watch our website at www.thebuilders.com for additional information on this exciting opportunity!

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS 1:00 P.M. – 2:15 P.M.
Track A: Builders Roundtable Panel – The current industry downturn is affecting all builders, from residential to commercial to remodelers. Learn strategies for success from builders who have survived past corrections, from bankers who can offer tips on financial success, and from attorneys who can advise on the legalities you’ll face in 2008!
Speakers: Dan Ott, Altmann•Ott Homes
Doug Flowers, Esq., Hale Lane Attorneys at Law
Jim DeVolld, First Independent Bank of Nevada

Track B: Where’s the Opportunity in a Tough Market? — Bob Belknap and Norma Havens from the University of Street Smarts explain why construction slowdowns don’t have to be fatal to you or your business! What paradigms must change in order to be successful? Discover strategies for success in this fast-paced learning opportunity.

Track C: Sales Success Isn’t Magic, It Just Seems That Way! — Closing the deal…convincing a buyer…getting past the receptionist…we can all use a bit of “magic” to succeed! Whether you’re selling new homes, building products, or even your company, discover some magical solutions to sales success. Sales Entertrainer, Dean Hankey, will teach you how the power of your mind can create magic in your life—you’ll be amazed!

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS 3:00 P.M. – 4:15 P.M.
Track A: Making A Profit Thru Thick and Thin — Have you overlooked aspects of profitability in your business? What are your company’s “high payoff activities”? Can rethinking your planning strategies in 2008 change the direction of your business—or actually allow you to succeed? Discover the new realities of the 21st Century business model with Valerie Carderas, President of Strategic Essentials.

Track B: Construction Defect Update — Whether you’re a builder or a subcontractor, the industry downturn isn’t all you need to worry about! Protect yourself and your business by learning about recent changes to Nevada’s Construction Defect Law—and how it can “make you or break” you building business. Presented by Kelly Waston, Esq., Watson Rounds.

Track C: Crawl Space Science: It Doesn’t Take A College Degree! — The new International Code Council has added new language—and new requirements!—to Section 402.2.8 (vapor barriers). Discover who will be adopting the provisions, when it will be enforced, and how your homes and their construction will be impacted. Presented by: Michele Lynn, Dwyer Custom Coatings.

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