The
Building Systems Councils (BSC) Hospitality Lounge is set for a busy International Builders’ Show (IBS)
Jan. 9-11 in Orlando. The National Association of Home Builders specialty group
for all things building systems, the Building
Systems Councils is hosting multiple presentations and networking events
over the three-day trade show
On Tuesday, Jan. 9, from 3:30- 5:30 p.m., TV personality and
home building professional Mike Holmes will lead a panel of
systems-built experts about the green characteristics and energy efficiency
of prefabricated components. Following the discussion, a Building
Systems Industry Networking Receptionis taking place featuring complimentary hors d’oeuvres,
beer and wine.
In keeping with the networking theme, the
BSC is hosting a Building
Systems Mix & Mingle Lunch from 12:15- 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10.
Take advantage of a relaxed setting to learn about systems built homes and meet
like-minded professionals currently operating in the off-site construction
industry.
The lounge is also
hosting 15 presentations, touching on all four manufacturing disciplines represented
by the BSC, including modular homes. Renowned speakers from the systems built
community, including Sam Rashkin, Ken Semler, Brian Flook, Jack Armstrong and
Gerard McCaughey are schedule to present on topics such as what makes for good housing design, how to get started on the right foot with modular, must-have secrets for marketing, the benefits of using insulated panels and why off-site construction makes both dollars and good
sense.
Also, outside of the
lounge the BSC is cosponsoring a Wednesday afternoon happy hour in the IBS Show Village. Several home builders,
designers and product manufacturers come together to create a neighborhood in
the Orange County Convention Center parking lot during IBS. Three homes in this
year’s Show Village are being built using modular construction.
IBS attendees of all registration levels are welcome to
visit the Building Systems Councils Hospitality Lounge in West Concourse Level
III, W310. I will be there and I hope to see you too!
