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President's Message
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Housing and Economics
n Housing Starts Off in November, But Permit Inventories Suggest December Rebound Possible
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n Educational Sessions Focus on Excavations, Scaffolding and Other 'Top 10' OSHA Violations
 
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n Seniors Housing Courses, Events at Builders’ Show
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Seniors Housing Courses, Events at Builders’ Show

The NAHB Seniors Housing Council is offering a variety of education programs, special events and networking activities at the 2005 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando.

Industry professionals who are currently involved in seniors housing or are interested in learning more about the active adult market will find countless opportunities to bolster their knowledge of the fastest-growing segment of the housing industry.

Attendees can choose from 15 education programs covering everything from design and marketing to the latest research and trends. Topics range from “Forever Young: Customized Universal Design” and “Active Adult Condos and Rentals: The Future Is Here” to “David vs. Goliath: Active Adult Strategies for Entrepreneurial Builders” and “Tournament of Champions … Turning Prospects into Buyers.”

Boomer expert Mark Goldstein will explain the demographic shift that is occurring and how builders can reposition their companies to capitalize on the boomer market in his presentation, “Reinvention of the Building/Housing Market: Boomers and Beyond,” from 1:30-3:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 14, in the Orange County Convention Center, Room 308.

“Designing for the Active Adult” will show builders how to design homes and communities to better meet the needs of the active adult buyer. The session will be from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, in Room 330B.

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The Seniors Housing Council is also sponsoring the following activities:

  • Best of Seniors Housing Awards Presentation and Luncheon — Thursday, Jan. 13, 12:00-3:00 p.m., Rosen Plaza Hotel, Ballroom — recognizing excellence in design and marketing in the seniors housing industry. Tickets are $70 per person, $650 for a table of 10. Reservations are recommended. Limited tickets will be available at the door.
  • The Boomers’ Next Move: Marketing Breakfast — Friday, Jan. 14, 8:00-10:00 a.m., Orange County Convention Center, Room 224B. — Nationally recognized housing expert John Burns will discuss how the next wave of 55+ home buyers will be different than previous generations. Cost is $35. Reservations are recommended.
  • Architectural Plan Reviews — Friday, Jan. 14, and Saturday, Jan. 15, Orange County Convention Center, Room 107. Have your community, clubhouse and home plans reviewed by the country’s top active-adult architects and designers. FREE.
  • Meet the Experts: Active Adult 55+ Housing — Friday, Jan. 14, and Saturday, Jan. 15, Orange County Convention Center, Room 312C. Industry experts will answer your questions and help you make the right business decisions. FREE.
  • Community Bus Tour— Saturday, Jan. 15, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (pick-up at the Orange County Convention Center’s South Hall). Tour the Orlando area’s premier active adults communities in one of the country’s hottest seniors markets. Cost is $75 per person. Reservations are recommended and seating will be limited.

Click the complete list of Seniors Housing Council activities for other special events in Orlando.

Visit the Seniors Housing Council’s Hospitality Suite in Room 107 of the Orange County Convention Center. Join the Seniors Housing Council during the show and save 20% on membership dues.

For more information, e-mail Jeff Jenkins, or call him at 800-368-5242 x8292.

Make Your IBS Plans by Dec. 24 — and Save

The new extended deadline for final advance registration for the 2005 International Builders’ Show  is Friday, Dec. 24. Register by Dec. 24 and save $25.

Follow these links to:

Advance registration will also enable you to receive your show credentials in the mail before you leave for IBS. For more information visit, www.BuildersShow.com.


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