Leadership Conference
Area 15 Leadership Conference brings state and national leaders to Vancouver by Janelle Guthrie Communications Director
After multiple postponements, BIAW and NAHB look forward to welcoming homebuilding association leaders and staff to gather in person for the Area 15 leadership conference May 12 and 13 in Vancouver, Wash. “This two-day conference at the beautiful Heathman Lodge offers member leadership and HBA staff training designed to help everyone improve, empower and reach their professional development and association performance goals,” said Greg Lane, BIAW Executive Vice President. “We look forward to welcoming leaders and staff from across Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington to Vancouver.” Regardless of an HBA’s membership or budget, this conference will help uncover and identify challenges and opportunities while providing meaningful solutions to elevate HBAs and staff across the region to the next level. Thanks to funding from BIAW and presenting sponsor Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties, conference registration is just $195. Wide variety of educational sessions The conference offers a variety of sessions for staff and member leadership designed to help local staff and member leadership
develop into effective and efficient home building industry advocates. Conducted by highly experienced and qualified instructors from NAHB and across Washington, the sessions cover government affairs, membership, revenue generation, social media, marketing, governance and human resources. National keynote brings new ideas and practical tools “Thought ReConstructor” Tim Lansford will present two keynotes: One Thursday during lunch and another Friday morning during breakfast. A highly effective, inspirational and motivational speaker, Tim has a way of blending new ideas and practical tools with real-life stories. As a speaker, trainer, and executive coach, Lansford has presented keynote speeches, workshops, and seminars to various industries over the last 20 years.
community groups, public hearings, legislative meetings and more. We’re also adding a bonus session: How to Succeed on LinkedIn Tips and tricks to help you promote yourself and your organization. This optional training is Wednesday, May 11, 1 – 5 pm, for $145. For more information, contact Administrative Services Director Brenda Kwieciak, at (360) 352-7800 x113 or brendak@biaw.com.
CONFERENCE AGENDA WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 1 - 5 pm
Public Speaking Training*
5:30 pm
Welcome & Social Hour *Optional Training
THURSDAY, MAY 12 7:15 - 8:15 am
Breakfast Social
Optional half-day training on public speaking and professionalism Local public relations training and executive counseling professional Dianne Danowski Smith and I will present a four-hour interactive presentation on public speaking, presence and professionalism.
8:30 - 11:45 am
Breakout Sessions
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Lunch featuring Keynote Speaker Tim Lansford
1 - 5 pm
Breakout Sessions
7:30 - 8:30 am
Breakfast Social featuring Keynote Speaker Tim Lansford
We’ll teach you how to speak with confidence before membership and board meetings, local
8:45 - 11:45 am
Breakout Sessions
11:45 am - 12 pm
Conference Wrap Up
FRIDAY, MAY 13
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