Monday, February 08, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

      Format: Informational
    (Available On-Demand)   Materials like natural stone and real wood have a certain allure, but they also face misconceptions related to maintenance and sustainability. Artificial materials attempt to mimic the beauty of natural materials but can’t quite duplicate the authenticity. Join us as we celebrate the benefits of choosing natural materials and... ...read more...
    Speaker(s)
    Dacia Woodworth
    Architect & Design Community Liaison
    Natural Stone Institute

    Dacia Woodworth is a past board member of the Natural Stone Institute and Building Stone Institute, who has served as an active volunteer with many Natural Stone Institute programs, including Women in Stone and the CEU program. She has worked in the natural stone industry since 2001 in a variety...

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        Format: Informational
      (Available On-Demand)   In all industries, the most successful business owners follow certain Best Practices. Through our vast interaction with Remodelers and Builders, we have identified the Five Fundamental best practices that deliver consistent, high-level results. In Remodeling, these practices are found in the Budgeting Process and the Plan for Profit, effective... ...read more...
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      Monday, February 08, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

        This private, curated pre-show event will be comprised of a virtual tour focused on kitchen brands and will give editorial media the opportunity to get early access to a select number of pre-qualified exhibitors. Media will see and learn more about the latest product launches....
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        Monday, February 08, 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

          This private, curated pre-show event will be comprised of a virtual tour focused on bath brands and will give editorial media the opportunity to get early access to a select number of pre-qualified exhibitors. Media will see and learn more about the latest product launches...
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          Monday, February 08, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

              Format: Innovation/Trend
            Introduces and explain the newest lighting technology and how it affects a space, and those in the space. Explain how to talk about it with customers, how and where it is best used along with sales tips. I will also discuss how designers can use this new TandemLED Lighting technology... ...read more...
            Speaker(s)
            Greg Price
            Product Development
            Task Lighting

            Greg Price: At age 13 my entrepreneurship began before I even knew what the word meant. I started fixing and selling Nintendo game systems to make enough money to build a go-kart. Growing up on food stamps I never felt poor, but knew I had to work hard for what...

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                Format: Innovation/Trend
              Marketing is constantly evolving, and more than ever in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, businesses must be agile and adapt. When once having a basic website was enough, it must now serve as the new showroom of your company; showcasing your expertise, services, projects, and more. Today, designers and small... ...read more...
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              Monday, February 08, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

                Save your seat for this virtual kickoff event to KBIS 2021!  Get an insider preview of how the show will work, what to expect and key events.  Check out top exhibitor booths and experience the virtual environment created just for KBIS attendees....
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                Tuesday, February 09, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

                    Format: Informational
                  (Available On-Demand)   Have you ever struggled to design a kitchen or bath for clients because they weren't able to accurately describe or decide on their personal style for the space? Not having a solid starting point when designing can lead to loss of revenue through wasted hours and frustrated clients who... ...read more...
                  Speaker(s)
                  Leslie Hart-Davidson
                  Owner & Lead Designer
                  HDD Studios

                  Leslie Hart-Davidson is a nationally recognized professional interior designer, author, and owner of HDD Studios in Michigan. Leslie holds a B.A. in interior design and has nearly two decades of industry experience, but credits her family for the desire to enter the world of design. The Hart family practiced real...

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                  Tuesday, February 09, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

                    Cindy Allen, EIC of Interior Design Magazine, Suzie Williford, NKBA EVP & CSO, Adam Gibson, CMKBD, CLIPP, CAPS, president of Adam Gibson Design, and Martyn Lawrence Bullard, founder of Martyn Lawrence Bullard Design, have a lively chat about the latest wellness design solutions, trends, and recent projects....
                    Speaker(s)
                    Adam Gibson, CMKBD, CLIPP, CAPS
                    President
                    Adam Gibson Design, LLC

                    A designer specializing in luxury homes, additions, kitchens and bathrooms, entertainment and outdoor spaces, Adam Gibson is known for an infusion of natural light, clean lines, warmth, and efficient use of space. He brings an outside-the-box imagination, an ear attuned to his clients’ needs, eco-friendly technologies, and the desire to...

                    Cindy Allen
                    Editor in Chief
                    Sandow Design Group

                    Cindy Allen is widely lauded as one of the most influential advocates for the interior design profession. With over two decades as editor in chief of Interior Design, she champions the industry, promoting both the giants of design and its rising stars. Allen has published ten books on design, with the...

                    Martyn Lawrence Bullard
                    Founder
                    Martyn Lawrence Bullard Design

                    Martyn Lawrence Bullard is a multi-award-winning Los Angeles-based interior designer renowned for his broad range of styles and eclectic, yet sophisticated and inviting interiors. Martyn has been consistently named as one of the world’s top 100 interior de signers by Architectural Digest, featured permanently in Elle Decor’s A-List, and named...

                    Suzie Williford
                    Executive VP & Chief Strategy Officer
                    National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

                    Suzie has more than 25 years of experience in business development and sales in the kitchen and bath space. Suzie’s extensive track record includes positions as Vice President of Sales for two kitchen and bath companies, the most recent of which had multiple locations serving both the trade and consumer...


                    Tuesday, February 09, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

                      Exclusive invite only tour curated by DJ Carey, CTC&G Editorial Directory, showcasing the latest product launches and cutting-edge housing and design innovations....

                      Tuesday, February 09, 10:30 AM - 10:40 AM

                        Katie Treggiden is a purpose-driven writer and keynote speaker championing a circular approach to design – because Planet Earth needs better stories. She is currently exploring the question ‘can craft save the world?’ through an emerging body of work that includes her fifth book, Wasted: When Trash Becomes Treasure (Ludion, 2020), and... ...read more...
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                        Tuesday, February 09, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

                          Kitchen and bath clients are curious about adding smart home elements in their homes. Listen in as bright minds from the design and tech worlds take a whole home perspective on how to give and get the best for your clients....
                          Speaker(s)
                          George Katsiris
                          VP, Product Evangelist
                          Savant Systems

                          Jason Clifton
                          Owner
                          Bauer/Clifton Interiors

                          Jeremy Bauer and Jason Clifton joined forces in 2005, adopting the name Bauer/Clifton Interiors in 2006. As a team, they offer overlapping and complementary interior architecture and design skills, along with decades of experience, to provide clients with a holistic and thorough approach to the process of transforming their environment....

                          Jeremy Bauer
                          Owner
                          Bauer/Clifton Interiors

                          Jeremy Bauer and Jason Clifton joined forces in 2005, adopting the name Bauer/Clifton Interiors in 2006. As a team, they offer overlapping and complementary interior architecture and design skills, along with decades of experience, to provide clients with a holistic and thorough approach to the process of transforming their environment....


                          Tuesday, February 09, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

                            Join us for NKBA’s State of the Association(SOA) presented by CEO Bill Darcy who will also welcome Kohler CEO David Kohler to the “stage” to give the State of the Industry address. ...
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                            Tuesday, February 09, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

                              Smarthome tech evolves at a frantic pace. How do designers stay on top of what’s available AND worth sharing with clientele? Learn all that and more in this session....
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                              Tuesday, February 09, 1:30 PM - 1:40 PM

                                Hastings Tile & Bath has been at the forefront of design, providing architectural products to the building industry, beginning with pavers for large-scale installations such as the walkways that surround New York City’s Central Park. In the 1970s, we began importing tile and bath products from Italy for the high-end... ...read more...
                                Speaker(s)
                                Bob Gifford
                                Director of Bath Products
                                Hastings Bath Collection


                                Tuesday, February 09, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

                                    Format: Interactive
                                  This presentation is for the company that is doing 3+ million per year or is going to. The question is, what does a good marketing plan look like, and how does it get measured?  Larry Heuvelman will teach you how to be creative, have a lot more fun, partner with some... ...read more...
                                  Speaker(s)
                                  Larry Heuvelman
                                  Owner
                                  The Owner Consultant

                                  Larry Heuvelman has more than 35 years of business and ownership experience and is a consultant to the industry. Entrepreneurship has been a way of life; with its challenges, rewards, frustrations, satisfaction with clients and employees. Larry will share his wisdom and knowledge encouraging your input, questions, and the challenges...

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                                      Format: Interactive
                                    With Search Engine Optimization (SEO) companies constantly calling to promise better internet search results, it can be hard to look beyond the web to build an effective and complete marketing campaign. Considering minimal budgets and time constraints, small remodeling businesses don't have the resources to test every advertising avenue with... ...read more...
                                    Speaker(s)
                                    Stephanie Bullwinkel CBD
                                    CFO/COO
                                    Imperial Kitchens and Baths

                                    A second-generation remodeler/designer with Imperial Kitchens and Baths in Brookfield IL, Stephanie has been with the company for over 20 years and is the current CFO/COO. Stephanie is an NKBA Certified Bathroom Designer (CBD) and is the current Communications Chair for the Chicago Midwest NKBA chapter. Her previous...

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                                    Tuesday, February 09, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

                                      Find the opportunity in unpredictable circumstances. What insight has 2020 provided for the design community and manufacturers? Join the discussion about how we leverage our learning, continue innovating and take design from reactive to timeless....
                                      Speaker(s)
                                      Arianne Bellizaire
                                      Principal Designer
                                      Arianne Bellizaire Interiors, LLC

                                      Ellen O'Neill
                                      SVP Creative & Visual
                                      The Shade Store

                                      Ellen O’Neill, SVP of Creative and Visual, provides strategic brand direction for The Shade Store customer experience ranging from the creation of print and digital content to the signature design of The Shade Store showrooms across the United States. Leveraging her extensive experience with color and design, she also...

                                      SETH STEVENS
                                      CHIEF DESIGNER
                                      KOHLER COMPANY

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                                      Tuesday, February 09, 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

                                        Technology is no longer a "nice to have". It's an integral part of not only kitchen, but whole home design. Join us for forward thinking trends and must haves for future design....
                                        Speaker(s)
                                        Anthony Antolino
                                        Chief Commercial Officer & CMO
                                        Delos

                                        Tony leads all global marketing and commercialization efforts across the company as well as P&L responsibility for the global residential business. His wide-ranging resume over the years includes successfully developing new market categories, and senior leadership roles as Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at EyeLock, a leader in identity authentication...

                                        Chris Brandon
                                        President
                                        Brandon Architects

                                        Daryl Williams Ph.D.
                                        Senior Director, New Product Introduction and Technology Infrastructure
                                        GE Appliances, a Haier company

                                        Daryl Williams is the Senior Director New Product Introduction (NPI) and Technology Infrastructure for GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, headquartered in Louisville, Ky. In this role, Daryl ensures rapid and robust execution of GE Appliance’s key strategic reinvestment in developing leadership products and manufacturing excellence for the appliance business....

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                                        Tuesday, February 09, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

                                          The evolving definition of healthy homes brought about by the pandemic offers a tremendous opportunity for homeowners, building and design professionals, and manufacturers to participate in market transformation. Now is the time for building and design pros to add value to their products, solutions, and homes, particularly regarding indoor air... ...read more...

                                          Tuesday, February 09, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

                                            Join us in welcoming NKBA’s 2021 Class of Thirty Under 30 in this celebratory event.  Raise a glass and applaud their unique accomplishments, along with NKBA’s Past Presidents and Signature Kitchen Suite, our Thirty Under 30 sponsor....
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                                            Wednesday, February 10, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

                                                Format: Informational
                                              (Available On-Demand)   For far too long kitchen/bath owners have been shooting from the hip when it comes to making important business decisions. Sometimes, by instinct alone, they have been successful. But more often than dealers would care to admit, in hindsight these decisions haven't been the best. As a result, the... ...read more...
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                                                  Format: Innovation/Trend
                                                (Available On-Demand)   Creating a profitable home remodeling or design business requires streamlined processes, setting expectations with clients, and building cohesive cross functional teams. Join us to learn how designers and custom home builders leverage each other’s expertise when building or renovating a home, the best practices for efficient communications, and how... ...read more...
                                                Speaker(s)
                                                Reisa Elden
                                                Head of Industry Partnerships
                                                Houzz

                                                Reisa Elden is the Head of Industry Partnerships at Houzz, an innovative residential remodeling and design platform and community. Houzz has transformed the process of home design in the luxury market and beyond by applying mobile, visual and other technologies that are driving design in today's digital age. Reisa is...

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                                                    Format: Informational
                                                  (Available On-Demand)   Whether you’re working with a homeowner or within the trade, this is a guide to conducting a successful virtual consultation. Now more than ever, your role as an expert in the design process is on display and this session walks through how to communicate that expertise clearly in a... ...read more...
                                                  Speaker(s)
                                                  Shayna Hall
                                                  Market Representative
                                                  Cambria

                                                  Shayna Hall studied Business and Marketing at the University of South Florida. After being introduced to the design-build industry by her parents, she has spent the last six years with Cambria, a Minnesota based quartz producer. Shayna loves connecting with designers, architects, builders and remodelers. She thrives as a leader...

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                                                      Format: Informational
                                                    (Available On-Demand)   We will discuss how a company can build its bench of talent to maximize recovery and continue strategic growth plans in our altered business world. This will include tips on how to maximize the skill-set of your current internal team and decide what new skills your company needs to... ...read more...
                                                    Speaker(s)
                                                    Nadia Roberts
                                                    President
                                                    Interior Talent, Inc.

                                                    Nadia Roberts is the founder of Interior Talent. They are a specialized recruitment company for the Architecture and Design industry. In addition, since 2005 they have worked extensively within the Kitchen and Bath area specifically. Her goal with the company has remained the same for the last 17 years. To be...

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                                                    Wednesday, February 10, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

                                                      Cindy Allen, EIC of Interior Design Magazine, Suzie Williford, NKBA EVP & CSO, Adam Gibson, CMKBD, CLIPP, CAPS, president of Adam Gibson Design, and Martyn Lawrence Bullard, founder of Martyn Lawrence Bullard Design, have a lively chat about the latest wellness design solutions, trends, and recent projects....
                                                      Speaker(s)
                                                      Adam Gibson, CMKBD, CLIPP, CAPS
                                                      President
                                                      Adam Gibson Design, LLC

                                                      A designer specializing in luxury homes, additions, kitchens and bathrooms, entertainment and outdoor spaces, Adam Gibson is known for an infusion of natural light, clean lines, warmth, and efficient use of space. He brings an outside-the-box imagination, an ear attuned to his clients’ needs, eco-friendly technologies, and the desire to...

                                                      Cindy Allen
                                                      Editor in Chief
                                                      Sandow Design Group

                                                      Cindy Allen is widely lauded as one of the most influential advocates for the interior design profession. With over two decades as editor in chief of Interior Design, she champions the industry, promoting both the giants of design and its rising stars. Allen has published ten books on design, with the...

                                                      Martyn Lawrence Bullard
                                                      Founder
                                                      Martyn Lawrence Bullard Design

                                                      Martyn Lawrence Bullard is a multi-award-winning Los Angeles-based interior designer renowned for his broad range of styles and eclectic, yet sophisticated and inviting interiors. Martyn has been consistently named as one of the world’s top 100 interior de signers by Architectural Digest, featured permanently in Elle Decor’s A-List, and named...

                                                      Suzie Williford
                                                      Executive VP & Chief Strategy Officer
                                                      National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

                                                      Suzie has more than 25 years of experience in business development and sales in the kitchen and bath space. Suzie’s extensive track record includes positions as Vice President of Sales for two kitchen and bath companies, the most recent of which had multiple locations serving both the trade and consumer...


                                                      Wednesday, February 10, 10:30 AM - 10:40 AM

                                                        Meet Nicole Gibbons, our founder and an interior designer who saw that no paint brands were offering an easy or convenient way to shop for paint, so she decided to fix that. A true expert in her field, her design know-how has been featured by top media outlets like DMTV,... ...read more...
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                                                        Wednesday, February 10, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

                                                          *By Invitation Only*  NKBA’s Professional Development Department hosts this invite-only event exclusively for industry educators and school faculty   This private session features current information on programs geared specifically to students in NKBA’s affiliated schools program. ...
                                                          Speaker(s)
                                                          Greg Galford
                                                          Registered Architect & Assistant Professor of Residential Environments and Design
                                                          Virginia Tech

                                                          Gregory Galford, Ph.D., is a registered architect and an assistant professor of residential environments and design at Virginia Tech. Previously, he was an interior design faculty member at a university in Pittsburgh, and has served as project manager and project architect at architectural firms in Pittsburgh, Dubai, New York City,...

                                                          Janet Haddock
                                                          Interior Designer
                                                          Anne Arundel Community College

                                                          Janet Lea Haddock is a graduate of Iowa State University in Interior Design. She is certified in the state of California with a career that spans over 45 years. Janet moved from the west coast to the east coast in 2004 and began a new direction of using...

                                                          Lisa Martinek
                                                          Interior Design Instructor
                                                          Fox Valley Technical College

                                                          Lisa Martinek, AKBD, Interior Design instructor at Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton Wisconsin, and kitchen and bath designer with over 20 years of industry experience. Wife and mother of two, a six-year-old daughter and four-year-old son. Free time is spent with family and dog, Nala, enjoying the outdoors, boating,...

                                                          Nancy Bosscha
                                                          Educator
                                                          Bow Valley College

                                                          I am a designer, artist and educator, in no particular order. I hold a diploma in Architectural Technology, a degree in Industrial design, and currently working on a Masters of Fine Arts in Design Thinking. My art explores colour and pattern in the natural world and feeds into my work...

                                                          Natalie O'Neil
                                                          Program Manager, Higher Education & Professional Development Resources
                                                          National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

                                                          Natalie is an educator with over 15 years of experience in teaching, educational leadership, and design innovation. She holds a Bachelors and two Masters Degrees with concentrations in writing, pedagogy, and technology integration. She mentors, delivers professional development, and develops and facilitates projects of all sizes, from start to finish....

                                                          Rochelle Horne
                                                          Instructor Interior Design Technology
                                                          Lakeland College

                                                          Rochelle Horne is an instructor of interior design technology and the NKBA education coordinator at Lakeland College in Vermilion, Alta., Canada. She joined the Lakeland faculty in 2014, teaching courses on design, materials and graphic presentation in the two year diploma program and has been the NKBA faculty coordinator since...


                                                          Wednesday, February 10, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

                                                            GE Appliances boasts the largest collection of connected Smart Appliances that evolve with the changing needs of consumers and enhance their experiences over time. Join GE Profile on the Connected Living pavilion stage to hear about the capabilities of SmartHQ and learn how to integrate your kitchen designs with whole... ...read more...
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                                                            Wednesday, February 10, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

                                                              This virtual matchmaking event will pair manufacturers reps with their perfect company/brand to represent and vice versa, giving both a chance to discover their perfect “match”. For more information and to register for this complimentary event click here. ...
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                                                              Wednesday, February 10, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

                                                                Hosted by NKBA CEO Bill Darcy, this annual invite-only event gathers the top CEOs in Kitchen + Bath for a discussion on challenges facing our industry today — and in the future. Special guest speakers: Zillow co-founder Spencer Rascoff and John Burns of John Burns Real Estate Consulting....
                                                                Speaker(s)
                                                                Bill Darcy
                                                                Chief Executive Officer
                                                                National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

                                                                Bill Darcy is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), a forward-thinking trade organization serving the $140 billion k&b industry. It owns the annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), and serves nearly 50,000 members in all segments of the industry. Bill joined NKBA in 2006...

                                                                John Burns
                                                                Founder
                                                                John Burns Real Estate Consulting

                                                                John founded his firm in 2001 to help business executives make the most informed housing industry investment decisions possible. The firm has developed a number of proprietary tools, including risk and valuation indices, DesignLens™, Consumer Insights, and published a best-selling demographics book, Big Shifts Ahead: Demographic Clarity for Businesses. John earned...

                                                                Spencer Rascoff
                                                                Co-Founder and Former Chief Executive Officer
                                                                Zillow Group

                                                                As Co-Founder and Former Chief Executive Officer of Zillow Group, Spencer oversaw the company’s portfolio of real estate and home-related brands, including consumer brands Zillow, Trulia, StreetEasy, HotPads, Naked Apartments and RealEstate.com. Spencer helped start Zillow in 2005, and served various roles including chief operating officer, until his appointment...


                                                                Wednesday, February 10, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

                                                                  Enhance the beauty of your designs with feature-rich technology that adds as much punch visually as it does functionally. Learn about brands and technologies that homeowners want, need, and should know about. Presenting: Ballerina Kitchens, Germany...

                                                                  Wednesday, February 10, 1:30 PM - 1:40 PM

                                                                    Join Bill Darcy, CEO, NKBA and Suzie Williford, EVP and Chief Strategy Officer, NKBA in welcoming our International exhibitors and sponsors to KBIS 2021 Virtual, the NKBA Global Connect Pavilion.  The first of its kind at KBIS, the NKBA Global Connect Pavilion plays host to kitchen and bath brands with... ...read more...
                                                                      Approaching their 100 year anniversary in 2021, Nemo Tile & Stone has been a trusted institution for the tile and stone industry since its fruition in Jamaica, Queens in 1921. Founded by the Sedrish Family in a storefront space on Jamaica Avenue, the company served contractors and neighborhood homeowners for... ...read more...
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                                                                      Wednesday, February 10, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

                                                                          Format: Interactive
                                                                        It's no secret that the home kitchen has more appliance options than ever before. Come learn all about the most up-to-date and complex cooking appliances, how consumers are using them, and how you can best understand them as Chef Andrew Forlines explores the ways modern homeowners use the newest and... ...read more...
                                                                        Speaker(s)
                                                                        Andrew Forlines
                                                                        Culinary Director & Executive Chef
                                                                        Chef A.F. LLC

                                                                        Chef Andrew Forlines teaches homeowners and kitchen designers about the newest and most advanced home kitchen appliance features and functions. He combines his practical hands-on experience with training from every major appliance manufacturer to distill complex technical aspects into relatable information consumers can use to navigate the home kitchen appliance...

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                                                                            Format: Interactive
                                                                          Are you overwhelmed by the thought of keeping up with technology? Would you like to improve your design process with easy-to-use tools? If you answered “yes”, bring your smart phone or tablet to this workshop and discover apps which will enhance your design business. By leveraging the design process and... ...read more...
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                                                                          Vanessa DeKoekkoek
                                                                          Global Training Manager
                                                                          2020

                                                                          Vanessa DeKoekkoek is the Global Training Manager at 2020 a Cyncly Company, based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Although her career started as a kitchen & bath designer it quickly evolved into designing while teaching at the collegiate level. Vanessa joined 2020 in 2006 where she has been able to...

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                                                                          Wednesday, February 10, 1:40 PM - 2:10 PM

                                                                            International trend tracker and designer, Gudy Herder will present The Four Pillars Of the Caring Economy For 2021. In this session, Gudy will unpack four characteristics of the emerging Care Economy and equip audiences with keys to better understand and engage with clients who are not interested in mere transaction-based... ...read more...
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                                                                            Gery Herder
                                                                            Founder
                                                                            Ecletic Trends

                                                                            The meaning of care has expanded in 2020 inside and outside our homes. We have become self-taught experts in wellbeing and self-care thanks to newfound daily routines. The use and relevance of rooms in our homes has shifted, open plans are closing up again in search of some privacy. The comfort...


                                                                            Wednesday, February 10, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

                                                                              Outdoor spaces have become more important than ever with many consumers diverting funds away from travel and entertainment to invest in outdoor projects. Leading outdoor living experts will share their perspectives on design considerations for expanding outdoor living spaces - exploring how the use and design of outdoor kitchens is... ...read more...
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                                                                              Daniel Germani
                                                                              Architect & Designer
                                                                              Daniel Germani Designs

                                                                              Matt Herbert
                                                                              Founder and GM
                                                                              Sherwood Outdoor Kitchens

                                                                              Young Huh
                                                                              Owner
                                                                              Young Huh LLC

                                                                              Young Huh Interior Design is a full-service design firm specializing in residential and commercial interiors. A Detroit native, Young attended the Cranbrook School, received a degree in English from Smith College and a law degree from Fordham University. While pursuing further education and an internship in interior design, Young discovered...

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                                                                              Wednesday, February 10, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

                                                                                Building on the KBIS Design Bites concept, Global Design Bites brings a series of rapid-fire, 7-minute presentations sharing the newest, smartest and most inspired products from International brands. Presenting: Ballerina Kitchens, Germany will share hot new innovations in kitchen design and technology.  ...

                                                                                Wednesday, February 10, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

                                                                                  Returning for it’s sixth year is DesignBites – the show’s energetic product discovery showcase. Hosted by Darren Keefe, HGTV, each participating brand is given three minutes to introduce a new product or concept, followed by a brief Q&A. At the conclusion of the event, a panel of judges will select... ...read more...

                                                                                  Wednesday, February 10, 3:15 PM - 3:30 PM

                                                                                    NKBA CEO Bill Darcy will lead this 15-minute Q&A-style conversation with Eduardo Cosentino, CEO Cosentino North America. The discussion will focus on brand vision, company history, reason for being — essentially Cosentino's brand story and the company's successful strategies in expanding into the North American market including the importance of... ...read more...
                                                                                    Speaker(s)
                                                                                    Bill Darcy
                                                                                    Chief Executive Officer
                                                                                    National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

                                                                                    Bill Darcy is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), a forward-thinking trade organization serving the $140 billion k&b industry. It owns the annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), and serves nearly 50,000 members in all segments of the industry. Bill joined NKBA in 2006...

                                                                                    Eduardo Cosentino
                                                                                    CEO
                                                                                    Cosentino North America

                                                                                    Eduardo Cosentino has established a substantial career with the Cosentino Group, the family-owned global leader in the production of innovative surfaces for architecture and design. Starting as a high school intern, Eduardo has worked from the ground up, with roles in multiple divisions from workshop and commercial operations, to commercial...

                                                                                    Patty Dominguez
                                                                                    VP Architect & Design Sales
                                                                                    Cosentino

                                                                                    Patricia Dominguez is the Vice President of Architect and Design Sales for Cosentino North America. In this position she oversees sales for the commercial side of the company’s business and plays a very valuable role in the relationships Cosentino has with architects, designers and kitchen and bath dealers across the...


                                                                                    Wednesday, February 10, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

                                                                                      The evolving definition of healthy homes brought about by the pandemic offers a tremendous opportunity for homeowners, building and design professionals, and manufacturers to participate in market transformation. Now is the time for building and design pros to add value to their products, solutions, and homes, particularly regarding indoor air... ...read more...

                                                                                      Wednesday, February 10, 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM

                                                                                        Moderated by Ingrid Abramovitch, Executive Editor, Elle Decor, a panel of international design trend forecasters will discuss global residential influences. Participants include trendwatcher and interior designer Iris Havekes, founder C-More Interior Design, Justine Fox, co-founder Calzada Fox color forecasting consultancy, and Phil Pond, Founder of Scarlet Opus, lifestyle trend agency.... ...read more...
                                                                                        Speaker(s)
                                                                                        Iris Havekes
                                                                                        Founder
                                                                                        C-More Interior Design

                                                                                        Iris Havekes founder of C-More Interior Design, has a background in fashion. That’s where she developed her sense of color, material, shape, design and trends. She works as an interior designer and trendwatcher in the Netherlands. On her blog Interieuradvies, she shares her love for interior, trends, design and travel....

                                                                                        Justine Fox
                                                                                        Co-founder
                                                                                        Calzada Fox color consultancy

                                                                                        Justine Fox - Co Founder Justine is a consultant with a unique understanding of applied colour psychology, colour trend, insights and colour ergonomics with futures thinking. Her multi-disciplinary perspective on colour creates engagement with people through product development, social content, publications and immersive installations. Calzada Fox is a colour consultancy with a...

                                                                                        Phil Pond
                                                                                        Founder
                                                                                        Scarlet Opus

                                                                                        Phil translates future consumer, business & design trends into high growth business strategies at Scarlet Opus. A UK Trend Intelligence Agency working internationally and dedicated to providing insight about the future of ‘Lifestyle. Living. Working. Playing.’ Phil’s earnt a reputation of excellence for his creativity in product...


                                                                                        Thursday, February 11, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

                                                                                            Format: Innovation/Trend
                                                                                          (Available On-Demand)   The US market has been ready for a bigger European presence in the market for years, as our kitchen clients desire cleaner looks, maximum efficiency, and new ideas to simplify their busy lives. US clients more than ever are looking for a cleaner look and design with storage organization... ...read more...
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                                                                                          Jeremy Parcels, CKBD
                                                                                          Principal Designer
                                                                                          Parcels Design Studio, LLC

                                                                                          Jeremy is third generation in the residential construction industry, and has a passion for creating beautiful, functional spaces. He obtained his CKBD Certification from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), and has won multiple design awards. Jeremy keeps busy with his family, golfing, snowboarding, and volunteering for...

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                                                                                              Format: Innovation/Trend
                                                                                            (Available On-Demand)   The idea is to walk the audience through a real case study of a new challenger brand that was seemingly stopped in its tracks through covid, but decided to charge and be more aggressive, turning a crisis into a success story. ***Must purchase a Voices from the Industry Conference pass to attend.  This... ...read more...
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                                                                                            Andreas Hansen
                                                                                            President
                                                                                            Plum, Inc.

                                                                                            Andreas Hansen is the Global President of Plum, the company that introduced the first-ever wine appliance that automatically preserves, chills, and serves wine by the glass. Andreas is one of the most respected executives in the home appliances industry, having worked with high-end brands such as Thermador, Gaggenau, and Bosch in...

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                                                                                                Format: Informational
                                                                                              (Available On-Demand)   What happened to my customer? Many designers I consult with ask themselves this question. In this presentation, I will discuss methods you can use to avoid losing track of your customer, moving your transaction forward, and closing more sales. ***Must purchase a Voices from the Industry Conference pass to attend.  This session qualifies... ...read more...
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                                                                                              Duane Becker
                                                                                              Owner
                                                                                              SaPre Training

                                                                                              Duane Becker is the Owner of SaPré Training, a leading provider of sales and presentation training tailored specifically for Kitchen and Bath professionals. Drawing from his extensive background in the industry, including over 18 years as a Cabinetmaker, Kitchen Designer, and representative for a major cabinet company, Duane has developed...

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                                                                                                  Format: Informational
                                                                                                (Available On-Demand)   Lighting calculations: just the thought fills you with dread, right? We often implement a lighting plan that may or may not hit the client’s needs because of our lack of knowledge and time. No one has time to add complicated calculations to their projects. Instead, together we will review... ...read more...
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                                                                                                    Format: Informational
                                                                                                  (Available On-Demand)   When it comes to mapping your lighting layout, it can get a little tricky. Fundamental lighting strategies need to be combined with our adaptation to evolving technologies and available specification information. This is especially true in residential design since many of these products in this sector do not display... ...read more...
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                                                                                                    (Available On-Demand)   In this class we will be going over the foundations of cabinetry, looking to define the products, and identifying how to use these products in the best-case scenario for clients.  Understanding the different components of cabinetry, construction, and features will really help us understand budget placement, clients actual wants... ...read more...
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                                                                                                    Marnie Brenden, CMKBD
                                                                                                    Territory Sales Manager
                                                                                                    MasterBrand Cabinetry

                                                                                                    Marnie Brenden has over 20 years’ experience in the industry in design, cabinetry, manufacturing and sales. She holds an A.A.S in interior design, and is a certified kitchen designer (CKD), certified bath designer (CBD) since 2009, recently obtaining her certified master kitchen and bath designer (CMKBD). Some of...

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                                                                                                      (Available On-Demand)   Sustainability; Green; Energy Efficient; These are all terms we hear thrown around by many clients and product representatives alike, but they often mean something different to each person. Sustainability is traditionally defined by the Triple Bottom Line, or three key elements: People, Planet and Profit with the notion that a... ...read more...
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                                                                                                      Kelsey Holtz
                                                                                                      Interior Designer

                                                                                                      Kelsey Holtz has been engaged with sustainable and healthy design and materials since 2009. Holtz focuses on two key elements of sustainability, mindful manufacturing and design processes and focuses on the mission to rethink and reshape the traditional manufacturing process through its consideration and use of discarded materials. In her work as...

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                                                                                                          Format: Informational
                                                                                                        (Available On-Demand)   This course is designed to educate the audience on the types of glass tile on the market today. There are many types of glass on the market produced in various ways. We will go over the history of glass tile, quality standards in place to help protect the consumers,... ...read more...
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                                                                                                        Vince Moiso
                                                                                                        President
                                                                                                        Oceanside Glass and Tile

                                                                                                        Vincent Moiso is a principal and President of Oceanside Glass & Tile who recently acquired Spectrum and Uroboros Glass companies, moving both operations to their plant in Tijuana, Mexico. In his current role he has been instrumental in helping the business almost double its revenue through acquisition and new business...

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                                                                                                            Format: Innovation/Trend
                                                                                                          (Available On-Demand)   Learn from 2 experts on how to use lighting and color to help all clients Living In Place. Understand the evolution of lighting and the benefits to all your clients. Identify and learn what is new and the future of lighting and controls. Understand the need for contrasting colors... ...read more...
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                                                                                                          Thursday, February 11, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

                                                                                                            Designing for all ages and abilities makes the home work for everyone. This forum explores new benchmark research from the NKBA on the growing demand for living in place design. Host Kerrie Kelly, Creative Director for Kerrie Kelly Design Lab, Jonas Carnemark, CKD, CLIPP of CARNEMARK design + build and... ...read more...
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                                                                                                            Jennifer Bertrand
                                                                                                            Owner
                                                                                                            Jennifer Bertrand Design

                                                                                                            Jennifer Bertrand is best known as the winner of HGTV’s ‘Design Star’ drawing over 5 million viewers to her no-nonsense, accessible approach to making positive and impactful design changes without breaking the bank. After taking the competition by storm, Jennifer moved on to host her own show, Paint Over!...

                                                                                                            Jonas Carnemark
                                                                                                            Owner & President
                                                                                                            Carnemark design + build

                                                                                                            In 1987, Jonas Carnemark founded a company to realize his creative goal: to bring home remodeling dreams to life—with both beauty and purpose. He grew a 17-person design + build firm where devotion to the clean lines of modern design flows easily alongside attention to comfort. Where form and function—and service...

                                                                                                            Kerrie Kelly
                                                                                                            Creative Director
                                                                                                            Kerrie Kelly Design Lab


                                                                                                            Thursday, February 11, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

                                                                                                              Exclusive invite only tour curated by DJ Carey, CTC&G Editorial Directory, showcasing the latest product launches and cutting-edge housing and design innovations....

                                                                                                              Thursday, February 11, 10:30 AM - 10:40 AM

                                                                                                                Harry Nuriev’s Crosby Studios is a Moscow-born design house with a New York name: Nuriev settled on it during a post-graduation trip to Manhattan. It’s also proven to be a self-fulfilling prophecy, as Nuriev now runs offices both in Russia and, since 2017, in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Heralded as a leading... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                Harry Nuriev
                                                                                                                Crosby Studios


                                                                                                                Thursday, February 11, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

                                                                                                                  Requests for technology in the home are not going away but will only increase. That’s why it is vital for designers to understand how to mesh aesthetics with high-tech equipment. Join Jason Knott of CE Pro as he moderates a panel to answer the burning questions designers often ask, including... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                  Chelsie Butler
                                                                                                                  Executive Editor
                                                                                                                  KBB Magazine

                                                                                                                  Chelsie Butler has been an editor for various trade magazines in the Atlanta area since graduating from the University of Florida with a journalism degree in 1993. Titles relevant to her current position as the executive editor of Kitchen & Bath Business magazine have included Atlanta Home Improvement, Commercial Construction,...

                                                                                                                  George Harrsion
                                                                                                                  President
                                                                                                                  Harrison Home Systems

                                                                                                                  John Clancy
                                                                                                                  Executive Vice President, Residential
                                                                                                                  Crestron


                                                                                                                  Thursday, February 11, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

                                                                                                                    NKBA celebrates its certified designers in this annual event hosted by Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Vice President Suzie Williford.  Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer Peter Salerno is the featured guest speaker who will share what he has learned about running a luxury design business during the pandemic. ...
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                                                                                                                    Pamela McNally
                                                                                                                    Senior VP Marketing and Digital
                                                                                                                    NKBA | KBIS

                                                                                                                    Pamela S. McNally is SVP, Marketing and Digital, for NKBA. Prior to joining the NKBA in June 2020, she was VP of Digital for SANDOW, and EVP of Client Strategy/ Solutions for Interior Design, a SANDOW brand. Pamela oversaw digital initiatives for SANDOW’s portfolio and worked with the company’s top clients...

                                                                                                                    Peter Salerno
                                                                                                                    CMKBD, Owner & Lead Designer
                                                                                                                    Peter Salerno, Inc

                                                                                                                    Peter Salerno, CMKBD, has 40 years of kitchen and bath design experience enhanced by his personal life experiences. As a child, Peter worked in his father’s cabinet shop during the summer and over school breaks. Being exposed to the industry at an early age would have an invaluable effect on...

                                                                                                                    Suzie Williford
                                                                                                                    Executive VP & Chief Strategy Officer
                                                                                                                    National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

                                                                                                                    Suzie has more than 25 years of experience in business development and sales in the kitchen and bath space. Suzie’s extensive track record includes positions as Vice President of Sales for two kitchen and bath companies, the most recent of which had multiple locations serving both the trade and consumer...

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                                                                                                                    Thursday, February 11, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

                                                                                                                      Learn how to extend a home’s usable square footage by adding functional environments outdoors that give homeowners a place to work, learn, cook, entertain, entertain, or simply relax....

                                                                                                                      Thursday, February 11, 1:30 PM - 1:40 PM

                                                                                                                        AMEICO distributes contemporary designs that not only tell a story, but are stories themselves. We offer a highly curated and exciting collection from worldwide leading designers of the 20th and 21st Century who represent the best in creativity and craftsmanship. In other words, we bring ideas to the marketplace. Our products are... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                        Thursday, February 11, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

                                                                                                                            Format: Informational
                                                                                                                          Every business consists of five foundational building blocks: Purpose, Leadership, Financials, Organization and People. When functioning in sync, these fundamental elements of business work together to galvanize priorities and produce excellent profit as a result of providing exceptional customer experience. ***Must purchase a Voices from the Industry Conference pass to attend.  This session qualifies... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                          Fred Reikowsky, LPBC
                                                                                                                          Principal
                                                                                                                          Legacy Business Leaders, LLC

                                                                                                                          Fred Reikowsky is a Professional Business Coach, Leadership Trainer and speaker. He founded Legacy Business Leaders LLC, a business coaching and leadership training firm, in January 2012 after a 33 year career as a building contractor and 5 years of non-profit leadership in the Middle East. His work...

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                                                                                                                              Format: Interactive
                                                                                                                            The average designer spends up to 8 hours on a Prospect before that Prospect becomes a Client. Learn how to reduce that down to two hours. ***Must purchase a Voices from the Industry Conference pass to attend.  This session qualifies for NKBA, NAHB and NARI CEUs...
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                                                                                                                            Jan Neiges, CMKBD
                                                                                                                            Owner / President
                                                                                                                            Jan Neiges, CKD LLC

                                                                                                                            Jan Neiges is principal of her namesake design firm in Denver. She is a Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer with NKBA, award winning and has been serving the industry for 22 years. She serves on the 9 Member Board of NKBA and was Past President of...

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                                                                                                                            Thursday, February 11, 1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

                                                                                                                              NKBA CEO Bill Darcy will lead this 15-minute Q&A-style conversation Mikael Akerberg, Chairman and CEO nobilia North America. The discussions will focus on the company's vision, its history, points of difference, and the mission to develop the concept and understanding of European Kitchen Furniture within the North American Market.  ...
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                                                                                                                              Bill Darcy
                                                                                                                              Chief Executive Officer
                                                                                                                              National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

                                                                                                                              Bill Darcy is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), a forward-thinking trade organization serving the $140 billion k&b industry. It owns the annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), and serves nearly 50,000 members in all segments of the industry. Bill joined NKBA in 2006...

                                                                                                                              Mikael Akerberg
                                                                                                                              Chairman and CEO
                                                                                                                              nobilia North America

                                                                                                                              With over 20 years of international executive experience of supplying products and services to the construction and remodeling market, Mikael Akerberg was named Chief Executive Officer of nobilia North America in December 2017. Akerberg earned his MBA at IHM Business School in Sweden and has worked for several global companies....


                                                                                                                              Thursday, February 11, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

                                                                                                                                Building positivity into our spaces from the ground up. Wellness in design is hard to measure but uping the ante on happiness is a must for healthy living. Join us for the next step in the wellness conversation....
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                                                                                                                                Angela Harris
                                                                                                                                CEO & Principal
                                                                                                                                TRIO

                                                                                                                                Jennifer Bertrand AKBD, CLIPP, Principal
                                                                                                                                Owner & Principal
                                                                                                                                Jennifer Bertrand Design

                                                                                                                                Jennifer Bertrand is best known as the winner of HGTV’s ‘Design Star’ drawing over 5 million viewers to her no-nonsense, accessible approach to making positive and impactful design changes without breaking the bank. She is also the winner of Angie’s List first ever “Sleep Sanctuary” contest in conjunction with...

                                                                                                                                Jimmy Slattery
                                                                                                                                Senior Product Manager
                                                                                                                                Elkay Manufacturing

                                                                                                                                Jimmy Slattery leads product development strategies for stainless-steel sinks at Elkay Manufacturing. His team is focused on maximizing the value of the space in and around the kitchen sink, providing more dynamic solutions to end users. Before joining Elkay in January 2019, Jimmy worked in Product Marketing in the paint...

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                                                                                                                                Thursday, February 11, 2:15 PM - 2:45 PM

                                                                                                                                  Building on the KBIS Design Bites concept, Global Design Bites brings a series of rapid-fire, 7-minute presentations sharing the newest, smartest and most inspired products from International brands. Brands including Schott Ceran &  JWICO Kitchens will share hot new innovations in kitchen design and technology. ...

                                                                                                                                  Thursday, February 11, 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

                                                                                                                                    Join three leading design influencers from the UK, Italy and Germany for their reveal of “favorite finds” sourced from major European events in 2020. Learn about the newest innovative products and fresh design trends from the perspective of global trade professionals and design writers Elisabetta Rizzatto, Italian Bark; Stacey Sheppard,... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                    Elisabetta Rizzatto
                                                                                                                                    Founder
                                                                                                                                    Italian Bark

                                                                                                                                    Elisabetta Rizzato is an Architect and the creative behind ITALIANBARK, one of the most read italian design blogs, founded in 2013 as an online resource for professionals and design lovers looking for the latest news and trends. The blog won the Amara Interior Blog Awards 2018 as the “Best Colour Inspiration...

                                                                                                                                    Stacey Sheppard
                                                                                                                                    Founder
                                                                                                                                    The Design Sheppard

                                                                                                                                    Stacey Sheppard is a freelance writer and award-winning interior design blogger. She started her blog, The Design Sheppard, in 2009 and it is now ranked as one of the top interior design blogs in the UK. She has written for various print and online publications including Livingetc.com, Warehouse Home, Design...

                                                                                                                                    Veronika Miller
                                                                                                                                    CEO
                                                                                                                                    Modenus Media

                                                                                                                                    As CEO and Founder of Modenus Media and managing director of M2 Consulting Group, Veronika's mission is to help brands define actionable goals and build creative campaigns and programs digitally and in real life that connect and engage influencers, buyers and brands in the interiors and kitchen & bath industries. After...

                                                                                                                                    Yvonne Zahn
                                                                                                                                    Founder
                                                                                                                                    Kuechen-Glueck

                                                                                                                                    My name is Yvonne and I live in a beautiful small town called Weinheim. Weinheim is near Heidelberg in Germany. I live with my family, an 8 year old daughter, a 1 year old son, my husband and a dog in a house on the outskirts near the...


                                                                                                                                    Thursday, February 11, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

                                                                                                                                      Every year, 328 to 412 million pounds of luxury kitchens go to landfills, with significant costs to the environment and the consumer. Learn how the process of recycling luxury kitchens can reduce waste, save your clients money, and provide added value to your design firm. Steve Feldman, Founder & CEO... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                      Jennifer Padovani
                                                                                                                                      Chief Marketing Officer
                                                                                                                                      Renovation Angel

                                                                                                                                      Jennifer is a senior recruiter in the financial services industry. Prior to joining the famed financial services firm DMC Partners, she spent 2.5 years as a Managing Director at Bay Street Advisors. Having worked in the industry for over twenty years, she has extensive relationships with top tier investment banks,...

                                                                                                                                      KIMBALL DERRICK
                                                                                                                                      PRINCIPAL
                                                                                                                                      KIMBALL DERRICK, LLC

                                                                                                                                      Matthew Quinn
                                                                                                                                      Chief Executive Officer
                                                                                                                                      Design Galleria Kitchen and Bath Studio

                                                                                                                                      Matthew Quinn, celebrated Kitchen, Bath, and Product designer is the Principal of Atlanta based Design Galleria Kitchen and Bath Studio and the Matthew Quinn Collection boutique hardware showroom. He and his firm have collaborated with renowned interior designers and architects throughout the world. Matthew’s clientele is comprised of business...


                                                                                                                                      Thursday, February 11, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

                                                                                                                                        The NKBA Thirty Under 30 Class of 2021 takes to the virtual show floor to award their top finds in sustainability, outdoor living, smart home integration, universal design/living in place, health and wellness and creative use of color. See what is catching the attention of the industry’s next generation of... ...read more...

                                                                                                                                        Thursday, February 11, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

                                                                                                                                          It’s the annual event you’ve been waiting for!  NKBA unveils its 2021 Design Competition winners as well as showroom award winners, student competition winners and more! Don’t miss out on the virtual event that will be full of fun, excitement and a few surprises.  ...
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                                                                                                                                          Friday, February 12, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

                                                                                                                                              Format: Innovation/Trend
                                                                                                                                            (Available On-Demand)   We have all heard the new customer lament:” I have a small kitchen remodel to do, but nothing can be done with it.” Galley kitchens may be small but not necessarily featureless. Some have height or length to exploit. The goal is to magically increase the perceived size of... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                              (Available On-Demand)   The 2021 Global Color Forecast is researched and identified by PPG’s international team of more than 25 color experts and specialists in automotive, architectural, consumer electronics, industrial and aerospace spanning 11 countries. While compiled and created just weeks prior to the pandemic much of the information stayed on point,... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                              Ruthanne Hanlon
                                                                                                                                              National Color and Design Manager
                                                                                                                                              PPG Paints

                                                                                                                                              Ruthanne has been in the field of design since graduating in 1994 from FIDR accredited Villa Maria College located in upstate NY. Her career includes experience in kitchen and bath design, custom furnishings, and space planning. Ruthanne has focused specifically on color specifications since 2000 as a representative...

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                                                                                                                                                  Format: Case Study
                                                                                                                                                (Available On-Demand)   Transforming functional outdoor kitchen spaces takes serious planning and design knowledge—and is quite different from interior kitchen design. Our case study will introduce attendees to the different processes and challenges they are likely to face when designing and building an outdoor space. With the surge in outdoor living spaces,... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                Russ Faulk
                                                                                                                                                Chief Designer
                                                                                                                                                Kalamazoo Gourmet

                                                                                                                                                Russ Faulk is the Chief Designer and Head of Product for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, the leading manufacturer of luxury outdoor kitchen appliances and cabinetry. He has over 20 years of experience in product design and has designed the brand’s most recognized products including the Kalamazoo Gaucho Grill, Artisan Fire Pizza...

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                                                                                                                                                    Format: Informational
                                                                                                                                                  (Available On-Demand)   The presentation intends to review relevant research available to inform various stakeholders regarding best practices for utilizing a Universal Design (UD) framework in kitchen installations and remodels which reiterate the aesthetics of the space. In light of the need for various populations to access kitchen spaces, UD remains the... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                  Jeremy McClain, EdD
                                                                                                                                                  Marketing Director
                                                                                                                                                  Osborne Wood Products

                                                                                                                                                  Dr. Jeremy McClain has spent approximately seven years in the industry working with Osborne Wood Products, Inc. in various capacities. He is currently the Director of Marketing with Osborne. Dr. McClain has an additional twelve years in education and educational leadership. He has presented at numerous conferences and is published...

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                                                                                                                                                      Format: Research
                                                                                                                                                    (Available On-Demand)   An exposure of what biophilia is and what the colors of nature can do for the mind and body to aid in improving mental health, happiness, productivity, and well-being. A journeyed exploration of how organic colors, shapes, and patterns fuse successfully through strategic and functional color design in the... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                    Kathryn Grube MID, NCIDQ, LEED AP
                                                                                                                                                    College Professor l Professional Color Designer
                                                                                                                                                    Functional Color Solutions | JCCC

                                                                                                                                                    IACC internationally accredited color designer, NCIDQ nationally certified interior designer, and tenured associate professor specializing in functional color design and color design education. Emphasis on strategic color design strategies that produce (space-intended) functional outcomes, while promoting positive results in occupant health, behavior, and emotional wellness. Providing color design education and awareness...

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                                                                                                                                                        Format: Informational
                                                                                                                                                      (Available On-Demand)   An inspirational and emotive presentation on the power of designing beyond the conventional. This illustrated talk will expand the way in which you view your kitchen-living spaces and encourage new ways to dialogue regarding the very heart of the home. Keith journeys with the listener to reveal four distinct... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                      Keith Myers
                                                                                                                                                      Managing and Design Director
                                                                                                                                                      The Myers Touch Ltd.

                                                                                                                                                      Keith established The Myers Touch in 2003, winning the kitchen studio of the year in 2017, offering luxury kitchen living and inspirational design. His primary purpose is to inspire and promote wholeness through creative design, causing a natural facilitation of family and relationships; the very heart of the home. Keith's desire...

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                                                                                                                                                          Format: Case Study
                                                                                                                                                        (Available On-Demand)   Do you ever feel stuck for a creative solution to a typical kitchen? Wishing that the client would move beyond just “remove and replace” answers? Come explore three approaches to unlocking the possibilities! We will also delve into what research now tells us will makes our kitchens more pleasing—visually,... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                            Format: Informational
                                                                                                                                                          (Available On-Demand)   As homes became tighter and more efficient, many new technologies and innovations came to market. Be enlightened regarding some of the most harmful elements we put into our designs and learn preventatives. (According to the EPA, indoor air is 2-5 times more toxic than outdoor.) Learn about lighting (including... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                          Adam Gibson, CMKBD, CLIPP, CAPS
                                                                                                                                                          President
                                                                                                                                                          Adam Gibson Design, LLC

                                                                                                                                                          A designer specializing in luxury homes, additions, kitchens and bathrooms, entertainment and outdoor spaces, Adam Gibson is known for an infusion of natural light, clean lines, warmth, and efficient use of space. He brings an outside-the-box imagination, an ear attuned to his clients’ needs, eco-friendly technologies, and the desire to...

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                                                                                                                                                              Format: Innovation/Trend
                                                                                                                                                            (Available On-Demand)   Smart home technology is a term the design industry is getting familiar with. What does this mean for lighting design, and how do we get on board? Today, LED lighting has changed the way we experience light, from sophisticated light bulbs that change color, to voice commands that set... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                            Kelly Inglis
                                                                                                                                                            Lighting Guru
                                                                                                                                                            Lighting, Education, Design

                                                                                                                                                            Since the inception of LED, Kelly Inglis has been bringing style, grace, and eco-friendly design to countless residential and commercial spaces across the country. Known as a rock star in the lighting design industry, Kelly Inglis has been sharing her knowledge at a wide range of conferences and has not only...

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                                                                                                                                                                Format: Case Study
                                                                                                                                                              (Available On-Demand)   How can interior architectural designers create an expanded practice of universal design to include mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing? We must consider the intersections and overlap of all people (neurotypical, neurodivergent, autistic, chemically sensitive, survivors of trauma, etc.) and create spaces that feel safe and support healing. Exploring methodologies... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                              Sarah Barnard
                                                                                                                                                              Principal Designer
                                                                                                                                                              Sarah Barnard Design

                                                                                                                                                              Sarah Barnard, WELL AP + LEED AP, is a leading designer of personalized, sustainable, restorative spaces that are deeply connected to nature and art. Barnard’s designs celebrate the natural world while contributing to its preservation. Barnard is an advocate for consciousness, inclusivity, and compassion in the creative process. Through her...

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                                                                                                                                                                (Available On-Demand)   Rachel Groundland is the Principal Designer at Groundland Interiors, as well as Director of Marketing for Yeshiva Beth Yehudah. As an Orthodox Jewish cook who previously owned a successful Kosher catering company, Rachel is passionate about prepping delicious meals and desserts for her friends and family, and is uniquely... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                Rachel Groundland
                                                                                                                                                                Principal Designer
                                                                                                                                                                Groundland Interiors

                                                                                                                                                                Rachel Groundland is a Michigan based Interior Designer, online Design Instructor, and the Director of Marketing at Yeshiva Beth Yehudah in Southfield, Michigan. With over twenty years of design experience, she is a passionate designer, who is excited to share her knowledge with both her clients and her students. ...

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                                                                                                                                                                  (Available On-Demand)   This presentation will guide you to become a more proficient professional no matter what segment of the kitchen and bath industry you work. You will gain knowledge of the big picture of remodeling while learning about the role of a remodeler. We will review the steps in remodeling projects,... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                  Tamara Myers
                                                                                                                                                                  Principal and Founder
                                                                                                                                                                  Myers Constructs, Inc.

                                                                                                                                                                  Tamara Myers, CR, LEED AP, is a design & construction expert with over 35 years’ experience in design driven renovation and building. She is Principal & Founder of Myers Constructs, Inc., an award-winning Philadelphia based Design-To-Build ™ general contracting firm that provides customized solutions for residential, light commercial, and institutional...

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                                                                                                                                                                    (Available On-Demand)   Most of us have attended many Color 101 classes and many annual trend reports on color. You likely have a basic understanding of hues, tints, shades, and complementary or tertiary color palettes, along with what this year’s color of the year is. We are to go beyond Color 101... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                    Paula Kennedy, CMKBD, CLIPP, CACC
                                                                                                                                                                    Designer
                                                                                                                                                                    Timeless Kitchen Design

                                                                                                                                                                    An Interior Designer of 22 years, Paula Kennedy’s firm Timeless Kitchen Design is a second career post-Corporate America. A love of kitchen and bath design offered her the opportunity to combine left-brain technical skills with the ability to play with right-brain space and color. Paula is an NKBA Certified Master...

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                                                                                                                                                                      (Available On-Demand)   So, you think you know lighting? Well, it’s all changed. There has been more innovation in lighting in the past 5 years than in the past 5 decades. Incandescent light is dead, fluorescent lighting is on life support, and halogen lighting is coming down with something the same! Good... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                      Doug Walter, AKBD, AIA
                                                                                                                                                                      Architect
                                                                                                                                                                      Doug Walter Architects

                                                                                                                                                                      Doug Walter, AKBD, AIA, is an architect in Denver, who has specialized in residential remodeling for the past 41 years. He has special expertise in lighting, accessibility, historic preservation, kitchens, & baths. Since 2015, he has been a Contributing Editor for Pro Remodeler magazine, where...

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                                                                                                                                                                      Friday, February 12, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

                                                                                                                                                                        Designing for all ages and abilities makes the home work for everyone. This forum explores new benchmark research from the NKBA on the growing demand for living in place design. Host Kerrie Kelly, Creative Director for Kerrie Kelly Design Lab, Jonas Carnemark, CKD, CLIPP of CARNEMARK design + build and... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                        Jennifer Bertrand
                                                                                                                                                                        Owner
                                                                                                                                                                        Jennifer Bertrand Design

                                                                                                                                                                        Jennifer Bertrand is best known as the winner of HGTV’s ‘Design Star’ drawing over 5 million viewers to her no-nonsense, accessible approach to making positive and impactful design changes without breaking the bank. After taking the competition by storm, Jennifer moved on to host her own show, Paint Over!...

                                                                                                                                                                        Jonas Carnemark
                                                                                                                                                                        Owner & President
                                                                                                                                                                        Carnemark design + build

                                                                                                                                                                        In 1987, Jonas Carnemark founded a company to realize his creative goal: to bring home remodeling dreams to life—with both beauty and purpose. He grew a 17-person design + build firm where devotion to the clean lines of modern design flows easily alongside attention to comfort. Where form and function—and service...

                                                                                                                                                                        Kerrie Kelly
                                                                                                                                                                        Creative Director
                                                                                                                                                                        Kerrie Kelly Design Lab


                                                                                                                                                                        Friday, February 12, 10:30 AM - 10:40 AM

                                                                                                                                                                          Ashley Wilkins, Founder and Creative Director of NYC-based Islyn Studio. Islyn is a full-service design studio that creates spaces with meaning and intention—using experience as inspiration. Founded in 2017, the studio’s goal is to transcend the conventional hospitality genre (and beyond). From farm-forward restaurants to modern markets, Ashley and her team are... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                          Ashley Wilkins
                                                                                                                                                                          Founder
                                                                                                                                                                          Islyn Studio

                                                                                                                                                                          Ashley Wilkins founded Islyn in 2017 as a way to shift design into a kinder, more meaningful place. Hailing from the poppy’d coast of Northern California, Wilkins is inspired by the spiritual power inherent in beautiful places. With a focus on curiosity, collaboration and cultural storytelling, she and her team...


                                                                                                                                                                          Friday, February 12, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

                                                                                                                                                                            Discover the next stage of Certification as NKBA looks ahead to program changes in 2021 and 2022. Also, learn NKBA’s plan to boost certification promotion and awareness in the coming year....

                                                                                                                                                                            Friday, February 12, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

                                                                                                                                                                              GE Appliances boasts the largest collection of connected Smart Appliances that evolve with the changing needs of consumers and enhance their experiences over time. Join GE Profile on the Connected Living pavilion stage to hear about the capabilities of SmartHQ and learn how to integrate your kitchen designs with whole... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                              Friday, February 12, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                Bobby Berk’s rise to fame as the design guru on the popular Netflix series, Queer Eye, was anything but an overnight success. Hear about his strategic journey and approach to his wildly successful design career in this special one-on-one interview with one of the design industry’s brightest stars, hosted by... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                Bobby Berk
                                                                                                                                                                                Founder
                                                                                                                                                                                Bobby Berk Home and Bobby Berk Interiors + Design, and costar of Queer Eye

                                                                                                                                                                                Thomas Trout serves as vice president of Architecture and Design for Dream Hotel Group. With more than 30 years experience in planning, budgeting, design and construction in the hospitality industry, Trout is responsible for managing architecture, programming, and design across the Dream Hotel Group portfolio of brands. Previous positions include...

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                                                                                                                                                                                Friday, February 12, 1:30 PM - 1:40 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                  Fantini Rubinetti Italian company owned by the family of the same name that, since 1947, continues to design and manufacture bathroom faucets, accessories, bathtubs and showers, as well as mixers and faucets for the kitchen. Based on the shores of Lake Orta in the Northern Lake District of Italy, Fantini products may... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                  Riccardo Conti
                                                                                                                                                                                  Managing Director
                                                                                                                                                                                  Fantini USA, Inc.


                                                                                                                                                                                  Friday, February 12, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                      Format: Interactive
                                                                                                                                                                                    Luxury is in the pinnacle of individual style in interiors. Exceptional quality in design is timeless. A passionate and enthusiastic round table workshop will be presented in a positive, collaborative and supportive style. Discover how everyday luxuries can be incorporated in Kitchen and Bath projects to foster inclusion, equity and... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                    Dani Polidor
                                                                                                                                                                                    Designer & Realtor
                                                                                                                                                                                    Suite Artistry & Empire Realty Group

                                                                                                                                                                                    Dani Polidor, a multi-talented designer and licensed realtor, is the foremost authority on Living in Place design, serving the Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes area in New York. A gifted interior consultant and problem solver who helps her clients save time, money and stress, Dani provides them with resources...

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                                                                                                                                                                                      Need help designing something other than a white kitchen? Want to add more drama and flare to your next bathroom design? Curious about color but unsure how to use it? Does using color feel overwhelming to you? Now more than even our clients need color in their world! Whether you... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                      Allie Mann
                                                                                                                                                                                      Senior Designer
                                                                                                                                                                                      Case Design

                                                                                                                                                                                      A Senior Designer at Case Design, Allie Mann has an eye for creating comfortable and casual spaces. Allie holds a B.F.A in Studio Art/Interior Design is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers, a Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler and Certified Aging in Place Specialist. While Allie’s work has...

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                                                                                                                                                                                      Friday, February 12, 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                        Tune in live to hear from a selection of winners from the 2021 NKBA Kitchen & Bath Design Competition! Cindy Allen, EIC of Interior Design Magazine, and Suzie Williford, NKBA EVP & CSO, will chat with top design talent about their projects and inspiration. ...
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                                                                                                                                                                                        CINDY ALLEN
                                                                                                                                                                                        INTERIOR DESIGN MAGAZINE

                                                                                                                                                                                        Suzie Williford
                                                                                                                                                                                        Executive VP & Chief Strategy Officer
                                                                                                                                                                                        National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

                                                                                                                                                                                        Suzie has more than 25 years of experience in business development and sales in the kitchen and bath space. Suzie’s extensive track record includes positions as Vice President of Sales for two kitchen and bath companies, the most recent of which had multiple locations serving both the trade and consumer...


                                                                                                                                                                                        Friday, February 12, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                          Take previously un- or underused space and transform it! Learn how easy it can be to convert spare bedrooms into beautiful and highly-functional home offices, home theaters, e-learning or exercise rooms...

                                                                                                                                                                                          Friday, February 12, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                            Pam Jaccarino, Luxe Interiors + Design hosts the industry’s premier awards program, Best of KBIS recognizing those brands and product design teams that are going above and beyond to design new innovations that have a profound impact on our industry. Mark your calendar to see which new products are pushing the boundaries... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                            Friday, February 12, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                              Every year, 328 to 412 million pounds of luxury kitchens go to landfills, with significant costs to the environment and the consumer. Learn how the process of recycling luxury kitchens can reduce waste, save your clients money, and provide added value to your design firm. Steve Feldman, Founder & CEO... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                              Jennifer Padovani
                                                                                                                                                                                              Chief Marketing Officer
                                                                                                                                                                                              Renovation Angel

                                                                                                                                                                                              Jennifer is a senior recruiter in the financial services industry. Prior to joining the famed financial services firm DMC Partners, she spent 2.5 years as a Managing Director at Bay Street Advisors. Having worked in the industry for over twenty years, she has extensive relationships with top tier investment banks,...

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                                                                                                                                                                                              PRINCIPAL
                                                                                                                                                                                              KIMBALL DERRICK, LLC

                                                                                                                                                                                              Matthew Quinn
                                                                                                                                                                                              Chief Executive Officer
                                                                                                                                                                                              Design Galleria Kitchen and Bath Studio

                                                                                                                                                                                              Matthew Quinn, celebrated Kitchen, Bath, and Product designer is the Principal of Atlanta based Design Galleria Kitchen and Bath Studio and the Matthew Quinn Collection boutique hardware showroom. He and his firm have collaborated with renowned interior designers and architects throughout the world. Matthew’s clientele is comprised of business...


                                                                                                                                                                                              Friday, February 12, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                                Get in the hunt! Enter this fun game of discovery, find hidden products throughout KBIS Virtual, rack up points and compete for daily cash prizes — including a Grand Prize of $5,000....
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                                                                                                                                                                                                Saturday, February 13, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Format: Innovation/Trend
                                                                                                                                                                                                  (Available On-Demand)   The COVID-19 economic crisis is forcing small business owners in all industries to re-imagine and deftly change their operations just to stay in business, let alone to be profitable. New technologies must be embraced to scale up operations or risk losing significant market share to more progressive competitors who... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                  Dan Luck
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Sr. Vice President
                                                                                                                                                                                                  SEN University/SEN Design Group

                                                                                                                                                                                                  A lifelong Madison, WI resident, Luck has over 40 years in the industry. He is the owner and President of Bella Domicile, a 58-year-old kitchen, and bath firm. Dan was inducted into Remodeling Magazines "Big Fifty Hall of Fame" in 1993. And an inductee in Kitchen & Bath Design News Top Innovators...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                      Format: Informational
                                                                                                                                                                                                    (Available On-Demand)   When you ask “what is brand marketing”, you tend to get a million different answers, leading to a lot of confusion about what it truly is. At its core, brand marketing is about understanding your target audience (the WHO), identifying how your brand can appeal to them (the WHAT),... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                      (Available On-Demand)   A lively and engaging panel presentation with interactive Q & A discussion combined with take away information on PowerPoint slides from three leading experts in the industry, all moderated by Joan Ravasy for a total of four panelists. Each panelist has specific experience in Marketing, Branding, Social Media, Website... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                      Joan Ravasy
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Founder and CEO
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Ravasy Design LLC

                                                                                                                                                                                                      A long time Professional ASID member, Joan Ravasy has served in all board positions and is currently the Past President of the NJ Chapter. ASID National has named her a regional ambassador to represent ASID HQ resources to students enrolled in Interior Design programs in NJ and NYC schools. She...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                        (Available On-Demand)   Smart Technology is not Big Brother – It’s Your New Best Friend! Most homes already have some level of technology and in the future, all homes will be very connected. Learn from 2 well known experts what smart technology can do to help your clients Live In Place and... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                        Ryan Herd
                                                                                                                                                                                                        CEO
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Caregiver Smart Solutions

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Ryan Herd the “Smart” Guy. The smart-home revolution is changing the landscape of kitchen and bath - and overall home - design, and Ryan Herd is right in the middle of the storm. Through his businesses and life experiences, Herd has positioned himself as an expert and leader in an...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                            Format: Informational
                                                                                                                                                                                                          (Available On-Demand)   As people spend more time in their homes, the importance of the home as a sanctuary has moved to the forefront. No longer merely a functional space designed for shelter, the home is a refuge for restoration and rejuvenation that also supports health and wellness. Kitchens – already a... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                          Jillian Pritchard Cooke
                                                                                                                                                                                                          Founder
                                                                                                                                                                                                          Wellness Within Your Walls

                                                                                                                                                                                                          With more than 35 years of experience in the home building and design industries, Jillian Pritchard Cooke was driven by her own journey with cancer to found Wellness Within Your Walls® (WWYW), an award-winning informational resource group that has developed a groundbreaking program designed to reduce toxins in living environments. An...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                              Format: Innovation/Trend
                                                                                                                                                                                                            (Available On-Demand)   An aging skilled workforce is retiring, and young people aren’t pursuing careers to take their place. The resulting knowledge gap stands to cripple home improvement and infrastructure for years to come and a shortage of skilled laborers is restricting business operation and growth in the trades. In the near... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mischa Fisher
                                                                                                                                                                                                            Chief Economist
                                                                                                                                                                                                            Angi Inc.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mischa Fisher is the Chief Economist for Angi and HomeAdvisor. Prior to joining Angi, Mr. Fisher was Chief Economist and economic policy advisor to the Governor of Illinois, where he oversaw the state agencies responsible for economic development, employment security, housing, and professional licensing. He was previously a Deputy Director...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                Format: Interactive
                                                                                                                                                                                                              (Available On-Demand)   You’re constantly communicating… but is anyone listening? Discover a powerful three-step formula to make your message hit home with prospects and customers. Expect a fun, interactive session, real-world examples, and bottom-line action steps to take home and apply immediately. • Simplify your complicated message • Enhance your points with... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                              Rafael Mael
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Principal
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Maelstrom Marketing

                                                                                                                                                                                                              Rafael Mael is a marketing strategist with a gift for simplifying the complex. He is the founder of Maelstrom, which focuses on boosting sales and streamlining operations for business owners. He is also an accomplished professional speaker with extensive experience presenting at conferences, conventions, and trade shows large and small. His presentation style...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Format: Case Study
                                                                                                                                                                                                                (Available On-Demand)   Want to stand out from your colleagues and competitors? Ready to get more of the clients and projects you want? In this session Rebecca West of Seriously Happy Homes will show you how to assess your marketing message and determine what it needs to be more focused, unique, and... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                Rebecca West
                                                                                                                                                                                                                CEO
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Seriously Happy Homes

                                                                                                                                                                                                                Interior designer Rebecca West is CEO of her Seattle-based residential design company “Seriously Happy Homes”, author of the book “Happy Starts at Home,” and host of the podcast “Creating Your Happy Place.” She’s been seen on TV on New Day Northwest and Seattle Refined, spoken at Town Hall and Ignite Seattle,...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                  (Available On-Demand)   Wouldn’t it be awesome to harness the power of the incredible stream of information that gushes at you constantly like water from a firehose? Wouldn’t it be even more awesome to kick your competition’s a** with it? Think about how robust your business would be if you knew exactly... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                  John Morgan
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  CEO
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Green Forest Cabinetry

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  John and Emily are not only top-tier leaders of the innovative and fiercely growing Virginia cabinet manufacturer, Green Forest Cabinetry, but this sharp and charming team has quickly become the industry’s most highly sought-after thought leaders. John is a progressive CEO, dynamic industry influencer, and recognized change provocateur as well as...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Format: Informational
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    (Available On-Demand)   Are you struggling to keep your business afloat during this economic crisis? Now more than ever, it is imperative to have the right skill sets to not only land new jobs but also strengthen relationships that create repeat business. Today’s consumers are more educated and savvier than ever; they... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Format: Informational
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      (Available On-Demand)   In this session, Shaun Ayala (Award Winning Digital Storyteller) will share with you tips and actionable to-do’s to help you grow and humanize your Brand using video. You’ll learn how to gain confidence when recording, learn about tools you can utilize, and get a better idea of what... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Shaun Ayala
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Marketing Manager
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Best Buy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Shaun has been in the marketing and advertising industry for over 10 years and leads the Marketing Strategy and a Creative Team for Luxury Appliances and Decorative Plumbing. Shaun is an award-winning Storyteller and has partnered with and created content for many popular brands including FOX, Paramount Pictures, Lexus and...

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Format: Case Study
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        (Available On-Demand)   There is only one way to present your image with emotion and passion, and that is through video. People read while hearing their own voice, yet video brings the message to your customers exactly how you want them to hear it. Professional videos are obviously the best choice but... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Format: Informational
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          (Available On-Demand)   Is your financial house in order? Discover the tools you can use to become invincible to lawsuits, save thousands in taxes, and achieve financial peace of mind. By the end of the presentation you will know how to avoid the most common asset protection mistakes made by kitchen &... ...read more...
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Larry Oxenham
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Senior Advisor
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          American Society for Asset Protection

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Larry Oxenham is one of America’s top asset protection experts, having helped thousands of professionals achieve financial peace of mind by teaching them how to properly structure their assets for lawsuit protection and tax reduction. He has authored and co-authored several articles and books on the subject including The Asset...

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