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128th LBM Expo
December 8-9, 2021
Rhode Island Convention Center
Providence, RI
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Schedule-at-a-Glance
Wednesday,
December 9
Explore our intuitive exhibit hall that features industry experts and leading LBM dealers. Receive downloadable content, watch custom videos, have live chats and video calls with vendors, experience one-to-one meetings, and more!
Gary Striegler
Sponsored by WindsorOne
Pocket doors and barn style doors free up floor space in bathrooms, hallways, utility rooms, furniture walls, and closets. However, pocket doors can interfere with electrical and plumbing layout, provide limited privacy, increase material and labor costs, and installation can be tricky. Gary will cover the installation process of both pocket doors and barn style doors, exploring framing requirements, types of frames, installation basics, trimming out the door, and best practices for troubleshooting. The session will also cover two options for barn style doors, decorative hardware and concealed hardware, as well as the pros and cons of barn style doors and the planning and installation of these doors.
Steve Cucchiaro
Sponsored by PLM
Volatility has loomed large over the markets in a year like no other with a pandemic, unprecedented fiscal and monetary stimulus, and a U.S. presidential election. Along with extreme uncertainty comes risk, and there are many risks to consider. December will be an excellent time to review the state of the world and provide an update on investment opportunities and risks. Please join Mr. Cucchiaro for a discussion about global investment themes in 2021 and beyond.
Gary Striegler
Sponsored by WindsorOne
A well-planned and built staircase makes a strong statement about the quality and craftsmanship of a home. Sloppy work will turn off clients every time and might even keep you from getting a certificate of occupancy. I will cover basic code requirements and demonstrate how to use a story pole for stairway layout. I will also share tips for setting stair treads and handrail installation. We will use a small three tread stair mockup for the presentation.
Gary Striegler
Sponsored by WindsorOne
In this session, you will be given an overview of the conditions that affect mantel design and how to build a code compliant mantel. Most of the time will be spent assembling a mantel from prebuilt components. This will show how a mantel goes together step by step, and how it is mounted to the wall. Several moldings and materials from millwork suppliers will be showcased.
Tony Blue
Learn some of the basics and important considerations when choosing a standing seam roof. Also learn why this is a very good choice. Necessary tools and underlayment concerns will be covered as well.
Past participating companies:
Andersen Windows, Arnold Lumber Company, BB&S Treated Lumber of New England, BlueLinx Corporation, Boise Cascade, Cape Cod Lumber Company, HireElements Recruitment Network for A.W. Hastings, Holden Humphrey, Inc., Jackson Lumber & Millwork, Keiver-Willard Lumber Corporation, Leonard Lumber Company, National Lumber, North Atlantic Corp., Mid-Cape Home Centers, Reeb Millwork, Rex Lumber Company, Riverhead Building Supply, Warren Trask Company
Tony Blue
Standing seam is all about the details. Here you will learn about proper drip edge, wall flashings, and valleys.
Tony Blue
The fun part: seeing the roof come together with a no exposed fastener panel.
Wheelhouse 20/20
Sponsored by NYLE
The current COVID situation that overtook our industry in the last year has made other issues a lot more relevant and significant. A year ago, recruitment and retention was on the top of everyone’s mind, but things have changed dramatically. Right now the most urgent needs our dealers are facing are social media, digital tools, online promotion, and communication. This presentation will focus on social media management and advertising, virtual showrooms, virtual customer meetings, and online review management.
Join NYLE at their Annual Meeting and dress (NOT) to impress in your ugliest holiday sweater for a chance to win a 2021 Spring Conference or Timber Tour registration.
See what the younger generation of LBM experts has in store for the future and hear about their achievements over the past year.
*Open to anyone.
Join the Rhode Island Lumber and Building Materials Dealers Association in discussing old and new business regarding what this State & Local has been doing over the past year.
Thursday,
December 10
Explore our intuitive exhibit hall that features industry experts and leading LBM dealers. Receive downloadable content, watch custom videos, have live chats and video calls with vendors, experience one-to-one meetings, and more!
The Preferred Partners Pavilion will include NRLA’s endorsed partners, providing you with valuable information on strategic business services, as well as property and casualty, health, and workers’ comp insurance.
10-10:30 am
Federated Insurance
Hardly a day goes by that we don’t hear about a security breach or incident involving the loss of sensitive data to hackers. We will discuss several layers of risk management that will help reduce a business’s exposure, as well as coverage options available to transfer this risk to an insurance carrier. Cyber-crime is the fastest growing and most dynamic exposure in business today. We’ll address strategies to minimize that risk.
10:45-11:15 am
Conifer Hill Advisors
Business Transition Planning – Planning for Your Future and the Future of Your Business
Whether you plan to transition your business ownership internally or externally, in 5 months or 5 years, creating a Business Ownership Transition Plan (BOTP) is a critical element in achieving your goals. Planning early will ensure a positive outcome and the preservation of key relationships. In this session we will discuss a six-step process that you can use to:
- Prepare yourself for the transition
- Calculate your “wealth gap” or how much money you will need from the transition
- Determine how much your business is worth and how to maximize its value
- Analyze your options for both internal and external transfers
- Decide which transition option is most suitable to your goals
- Create a written document that outlines your transition path and what you must do to succeed
11:30 am – 12 pm
Acadia Insurance & Eastern Insurance Group
Business Owners! What you’re not told about your health insurance and how it is costing your business.
With over 25 years of experience, Brian Charon has extensive knowledge of the employee benefit planning, administration, and funding. As a Senior Vice President, Brian is responsible developing new business relationships, leading his account team, and serving as the chief strategist for his clients. Brian manages Eastern’s employee benefit lumber practice and plays an active role on the Eastern Benefits Group leadership team.
Brian was instrumental in developing our Benefit Simplified Web Based Enrollment & ACA Compliance platform. He is also a frequent contributor to our Eastern Education Series and is recognized as a thought leader at Eastern Benefits Group. In addition, Brian has been critical to the organization in developing its alternative funding product portfolio.
Brian holds his Bachelor of Arts from Providence College. He is involved in several volunteer organizations. Brian resides in Marshfield, MA with his wife Melissa and two children.
Zach Williams
Sponsored by DMSi
The industry has seen a massive shift in how people buy in 2020, and dealers are being forced to consider E-commerce to stay ahead. In this talk we will share tactics and strategies that are working for other dealers in scaling their E-commerce efforts. We’ll also share formulas for discovering which online sales path is right for your organization. You’ll also take away quick wins for seeing growth from day 1 and how to measure success.
Myron Ferguson
A thorough exterior air barrier may not be enough to pass the newest energy code. Overlooking the simplest things can make the difference. In this session, Myron will discuss inside the walls, airtight drywall, and the ceiling below the vented attic.
Myron Ferguson
You do not have to fill the house with closed cell foam. Let’s discuss all the options, concerns, and best practices.
Myron Ferguson
Even the smallest interior building project ends up creating drywall repairs and sometimes resurfacing. Learn how easy this can be to do.
Panel Discussion with Ruth Kellick-Grubbs
Join Ruth Kellick-Grubbs and dealer guests as they discuss three driving forces that will shape the LBM business going forward. They’ll examine the challenges and how dealers are meeting them head on to create value.
Join the Massachusetts Retail Lumber Dealers Association in discussing old and new business regarding what this State & Local has been doing over the past year.
Sponsored by LMC
Join the Northeastern Retail Lumber Association in discussing old and new business regarding what has occurred in the LBM industry from D.C. to Maine over the 19-20 season.
Schedule-at-a-Glance
Wednesday,
December 8
Register for LBM Expo badges or use the Scan & Go for self check-in.
Leveraging Your Physical Assets in an Increasingly Digital World, with Tim Costello
Experience the future at the 127th LBM Expo by exploring hundreds of exhibits and getting hands-on, interactive experience with in-booth demos and educational demo zones. Stop by the Featured Products Showcase, open during show floor hours, to see the latest products the LBM industry has to offer! Or, take a stroll through our new Futuristic Area to get your hands on the technology soon to be disrupting the industry.
Back by popular demand are our demo zones. Read more about the demo zone speakers in the “Speakers” section below. Then, scroll down further to check out the schedule and topics in the “Demo Zone Schedule” section.
Continue to network, but over a free plate of lunch with everyone at LBM Expo – attendees and exhibitors!
See what the younger generation of LBM experts has in store for the future, hear about their achievements over the past year, and congratulate the old officers while watching the installation of the new.
*Open to anyone.
Celebrate the new officers and the exciting year ahead with NYLE.
*Open to anyone.
Thursday,
December 9
Register for LBM Expo badges or use the Scan & Go for self check-in.
Experience the future at the 127th LBM Expo one last time by continuing to explore hundreds of exhibits and receive hands-on, interactive experience with in-booth demos and educational demo zones. Don’t forget to stop by the Featured Products Showcase or Futuristic Area, open during show floor hours, to see the latest LBM products!
Missed this unique educational opportunity on Wednesday? No worries! The demo zones are continuing to run all day. Read the “Speaker” and “Demo Zone Schedule” sections below for more information.
Continue to network, but over a free plate of lunch with everyone at LBM Expo – attendees and exhibitors!
Students and veterans get to explore the LBM Expo show floor for free by attending this session that demonstrates the opportunities the LBM industry has for them. After the panel, students and veterans have the opportunity to interact with LBM employers, exchanging their resumes in return for business cards and potential job opportunities.
Attend the NRLA’s annual business meeting at the RICC to see the board discuss old and new business while paving way for its new officers.
Then, join us over dinner as we watch a hysterical performance by renowned comedian Howie Mandel.
State & Local Incentives
CNYRLDA
(Central New York Retail Lumber Dealers Association)
(Central New York Retail Lumber Dealers Association)
Choices in Education ($250) can be used for registration fees.
EBMDA
(Eastern Building Material Dealers Association)
(Eastern Building Material Dealers Association)
Choices in Education can be used for registration fees.
ENYLDA
(Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association)
(Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association)
$150 Company Pass
(3 registrations per retail member company)
LDAC
(Lumber Dealers Association of Connecticut)
(Lumber Dealers Association of Connecticut)
2 complimentary single registrations per retail member company, totaling $110.
MHLDA
(Mid-Hudson Lumber Dealers Association)
(Mid-Hudson Lumber Dealers Association)
$150 Company Pass
(3 registrations per retail member company)
MRLDA
(Massachusetts Retail Lumber Dealers Association)
(Massachusetts Retail Lumber Dealers Association)
2 complimentary single registrations per retail member company, totaling $110.
NHRLA
(New Hampshire Retail Lumber Association)
(New Hampshire Retail Lumber Association)
Choices in Education ($250) can be used for registration fees.
RILBMDA
(Rhode Island Lumber and Building Materials Dealers Association)
(Rhode Island Lumber and Building Materials Dealers Association)
Choices in Education ($500) can be used for registration fees.
RLDAM
(Retail Lumber Dealers Association of Maine)
(Retail Lumber Dealers Association of Maine)
Choices in Education ($500) can be used for registration fees.
VRLDA
(Vermont Retail Lumber Dealers Association)
(Vermont Retail Lumber Dealers Association)
Choices in Education ($1,000) can be used for registration fees.
WNYLDA
(Western New York Lumber Dealers Association)
(Western New York Lumber Dealers Association)
Choices in Education ($250) can be used for registration fees.
Speakers
Demo Zone Speakers
Gary Striegler
Craftsman Builders Inc.
Gary Striegler is the president of Craftsman Builders Inc. He has been involved in the custom home building and remodeling business for over 40 years. Gary is frequently published in Fine Homebuilding Magazine and is a contributing editor for the Journal of Light Construction. Gary has made presentations at The JLC Live Show, Kitchen and Bath Show, International Builders Show, and the IWF Show. Each summer Gary teaches at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking. He also enjoys volunteering for Mercy International in Honduras.
Tony Blue
Squared Away Contracting
Instead of internships, Tony grew up roofing during school breaks. After college he started and grew a roofing business. He placed an emphasis on training his in-house crew to pay better attention to the details. He has since sold that company to those same lead installers and is focused on remodeling work. He still does copper work, flat roofs, and the occasional shingle job. Tony enjoys sharing tips he has picked up along the way.
Myron Ferguson
Ferguson Drywall Innov. Inc.
Myron is a fourth generation NYS Building Contractor with over 30 years’ experience as a drywall contractor specializing in residential homes. He is the author of the bestselling book Drywall; Professional Techniques for Great Results. Myron has completed his BPI certification for Building Analyst and Building Envelope. For the past 10 years, Myron has been very active as a building performance contractor working on and consulting on the thermal boundary. He travels the country teaching drywall and related topics at trade shows, lumberyards, tech schools, and for construction companies. He is a regular contributor to Fine Homebuilding, Journal of Light Construction, Pro Construction Guide, and Walls and Ceilings.
Opening Session Speaker
Tim Costello
Builder Homesite, Inc. & New Home Technologies, LLC
Prior to BHI, Costello worked for Applied Materials as Vice President of Global Operations. Prior to this position, he served as the Vice President of Strategic & Technical programs for the World Wide Manufacturing Organization, Vice President of Production Engineering, Managing Director for the Common Module Manufacturing & Engineering (CMM&E) organization, and the Director of Engineering for the mainframe group in Austin, Texas. Costello has consulted internationally on the development and implementation of world-class manufacturing, engineering, and quality systems. Costello also serves on the boards of HelioVolt Corporation, a leader in the development on thin film photovoltaic technology; The Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing, considered the Nobel Prize for manufacturing; The Trust for Public Land of Texas; The Trust for Public Land National Marketing Council; and the Cornell University Engineering Advisory Council. He received his BSME from Cornell University in 1981. He was also inducted into the Shingo Prize Manufacturing Academy in 2003.
The Modern Craftsman
The Modern Craftsman
Nick, John, and Tyler have spent much of their adult lives involved with the trades, are highly motivated individuals who are fueled by passion, have families, and each possess a relentless desire to grow and learn. For a few years they found themselves perpetually discussing the difficulties of running a business, the struggle to maintain a balance between family and a career, the challenges associated with navigating the construction industry, and the burdens that so often plague small business owners. As they each progressed in their separate careers, they chose to market themselves heavily through social media.
Tyler Grace
Craftsman Builders Inc.
Tyler Grace, owner of TRG Home Concepts in Medford, NJ, is an interior remodeling contractor focusing primarily on kitchens, bathrooms, and finish carpentry. His mission is to deliver a quality product to his clients while creating and maintaining value through efficiency and judicious project coordination.
Nick Schiffer
Ferguson Drywall Innov. Inc.
Nick Schiffer is the owner of NS Builders in Boston, MA, a team of young craftsmen who put thoughtful craftsmanship and design into every project. Nick started his business in the back of his parent’s minivan when he built his art teacher a storage shed. Today, he runs a successful high-end residential remodeling business. He constantly challenges himself and his team, making nothing standard about their approach.
John Hourihan
Pulling ideas, scrambling thoughts and concepts from a client’s head, and turning them into reality drives John Hourihan’s passion for building. He began as a laborer as soon as he had a license and hit the ground running, learning the techniques that his foremen and owners showed him. John considers himself a sponge looking for more knowledge to absorb. Most of his experience is in residential construction, having renovated or built many kitchens and baths. John says he can remember every client and their happiness when what they imagined came to fruition through his work.
Demo Zone Schedule
Wednesday,
December 8
10:15-10:45 AM…… Closet Envy: Storage Solutions and Closets Which Exceed Clients’ Expectations
Exceeding your client’s expectations with amazing closets and built in storage is a great way to build a business and reputation. I will give guidelines for both walk-in and reach-in closets and show you how to build closets with adjustable rods and shelves. I will also show you how to add simple doors and drawers to transform basic shelf units. Just about every home has a space that can be turned into prime storage with just a little extra work and imagination.
11:30 AM-12 PM…… Building in the” Fast” Lane: How to Avoid Structural Mistakes
Keeping a project moving means happy clients and greater profit, but the trick is to get the details right while you are making great progress. Missing just one thing can lead to a failed inspection, costly structural repair, or an embarrassing call back. This session will show you how to avoid structural mistakes and costly drywall patches, identify common mistakes made by the mechanical trades, and how to get the little things right that make a big difference in how your job looks at the end.
1:45-2:15 PM………… Building Mantels That Build A Solid Business
In this session, you will be given an overview of the conditions that affect mantel design and how to build a code compliant mantel. Most of the time will be spent assembling a mantel from prebuilt components. This will show how a mantel goes together step by step, and how it is mounted to the wall. Several moldings and materials from millwork suppliers will be showcased.
3:30-4 PM…………….. Stand Out Staircases: Design, Trim and Everything In-Between
A well-planned and built staircase makes a strong statement about the quality and craftsmanship of a home. Sloppy work will turn off clients every time and might even keep you from getting a certificate of occupancy. I will cover basic code requirements and demonstrate how to use a story pole for stairway layout. I will also share tips for setting stair treads and handrail instillation. We will use a small three tread stair mockup for the presentation.
11:15-11:45 AM…… Hanging Drywall—To Help Create a Perfect and Lasting Finished Drywall Job
Myron will fit in as many tips and tricks as possible for this session, from discussing what is the best type of drywall to demonstrating its use in every situation. He will also discuss measuring for materials, lifting and holding drywall, fastening, and cutting.
1:30-2 PM……………. The Interior Air Barrier: Inside the Walls, Airtight Drywall, and Ceiling Below the Vented Attic
A thorough exterior air barrier may not be enough to pass the newest energy code. Overlooking the simplest things can make the difference. In this session, Myron will discuss inside the walls, airtight drywall, and the ceiling below the vented attic.
3-3:30 PM……………. Taping Drywall: Tapes, Compounds, Beads and Tools
It’s as simple as it sounds; Myron will discuss tapes, compounds, beads, and tools. If you think nothing has changed, you must see this session.
10:30-11 AM………. Vented Nail Base, Install
Looking for a high-performance roof system? Tony will detail a bomb proof roof assembly with each demonstration, building upon the previous one. Starting with the sheathing; reduce ice dams and increase the life of your roof system with a vented roof assembly. You can purchase preassembled vented roof sheathing panels.
12:15-12:30 PM…… Underlayment, High Temp Ice and Water
Did you know you shouldn’t put just any underlayment under that metal roof? Part 2 of that bomb proof roof is a good ice and water shield. Install a high temperature rated ice and water shield. Tony will show some tips and tricks for a good “dry in” of your roof.
2:30-3 PM………….. Metal Roofing, Standing Seam
Cap off that bomb proof roof with some standing seam. Learn some of the basics and important considerations when choosing a standing seam roof. Also learn why this is a very good choice.
4-5 PM………………. NYLE Annual Meeting
See what the younger generation of LBM experts has in store for the future, hear about their achievements over the past year, and congratulate the old officers while watching the installation of the new. *Open to anyone.
Thursday,
December 9
10:15-10:45 AM….. Smooth Operators: Trouble Free Pocket Doors and Barn Style Doors
Pocket doors and Barn style doors free up floor space in bathrooms, hallways, utility rooms, furniture walls, and closets. However, pocket doors can interfere with electrical and plumbing layout, provide limited privacy, increase material and labor costs, and installation can be tricky. Gary and Barrett will cover the installation process of both pocket doors and barn style doors, exploring framing requirements, types of frames, installation basics, trimming out the door, and best practices for troubleshooting. The session will also cover two options for Barn style doors, decorative hardware and concealed hardware, as well as the pros and cons of Barn style doors and the planning and installation of these doors.
11:45 AM-12:15 PM.Extreme Makeover Door Addition
Every home has doors that deserve special attention. The front, office, dining room, or master bedroom doors are all places where a little extra work can pay off. Especially with today’s tall ceilings options like pilasters, pediments, backbands, and transoms can all make a big impression without breaking the bank. I will demonstrate how to take a door from standard to extraordinary with stock moldings.
1:15-1:45 PM……….. Fundamentals of Door Installation
It would be easy to argue that doors are the most important part of a home. They provide privacy and security, and exterior doors keep out the elements. A contractor can build his reputation on trouble free doors or lose profits and business with shoddy instillations. I will start by sharing the information required to order doors including a few pitfalls to avoid. I will install an interior and exterior door, covering flashing details for the exterior door. Finally, I will cover troubleshooting and solving common call backs.
2:45-3:15 PM……….. Using Millwork to Build A Brand
In this presentation, I will share my favorite tricks, some of the guidelines I follow when selecting millwork, and some of the mistakes to avoid. I will also cover the basics of creating a take-off to order molding, including what waste factor to include. I will work with mockups to show creative trim details like mitered returns, back band options, and upgrade details for window aprons and sills.
3:45-4:15 PM……….. Classic Trim Details from Scratch
Mantels, wainscot, newel posts, columns, and paneled jambs are all traditional trim elements that can transform the look of any room. In this session, I will share the methods I have used for the last 40 years to create award- winning interiors. The secret is frame and panel construction; Build a frame, add a flat panel, then fit moldings inside the frame. By using different moldings, the options are almost unlimited. We will demonstrate the versatility of this technique by building four different wainscot samples.
10:30-11 AM…… Insulating Done Right: Options, Concerns, and Best Practices
You do not have to fill the house with closed cell foam. Let’s discuss all the options, concerns, and best practices.
12:15-12:45 PM.. Drywall: Repairs and Resurfacing
Even the smallest interior building project ends up creating drywall repairs and sometimes resurfacing. Learn how easy this can be to do.
1:30-2 PM……….. Air sealing—Ventilation—Air and Vapor
Learn the difference between the three, what works best, and why.
3:15-3:45 PM…… Decorating Drywall: Why Level 5, Priming and Painting, and Colored Plaster
Customers’ expectations for any construction work are very high. Drywall work is no different. See how you turn a quality taping job into a quality finish painted job.
9:30-10 AM…….. Vented Nail Base, Fascia/Trim Options
This session will cover how to detail the vented nail base system (covered on Wednesday December 9th) at the gable and eave to achieve the proper air flow.
11-11:30 AM……. Underlayment, Synthetic Underlayment
Consideration and installation techniques for a long lasting “dry in” while you are waiting on your metal roofing.
12:30-1 PM……… Metal Roofing, Trim Details
Standing seam is all about the details. Here you will learn some ways to simplify those valleys and wall flashings and get it right.
2-2:30 PM………… Metal Roofing, Standing Seam
Cap off that bomb proof roof with some standing seam. Learn some of the basics and important considerations when choosing a standing seam roof. Also learn why this is a very good choice. Time will be spent during this session covering some additional information on the roof everybody wants.
4:15-4:45 PM……. Modern Craftsman- Building Your Brand & Business Through Social Media
Hotel Rooms
Hilton Providence
$ 187*
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21 Atwells Avenue,
Providence, R.I. 02903
COVID-19
Cleaning Policy
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* + applicable taxes
Marriott Courtyard
$ 186*
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32 Exchange Terrace,
Providence, R.I. 02903
COVID-19
Cleaning Policy
Cleaning Policy
* + applicable taxes
Omni Providence Hotel
$ 184*
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1 West Exchange Street,
Providence, R.I. 02903
COVID-19
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Cleaning Policy
* + applicable taxes
