Learn How to Diversify Into Commercial Construction

The National Commercial Builders Council (NCBC) is offering an array of resources and educational sessions for home builders who are considering diversifying their businesses to include light commercial construction.

The council is hosting a “Meet the Experts” luncheon on Wednesday, Feb. 7, in which builders who have made the transition will discuss opportunities in light commercial construction and what home builders can expect if they diversify. The luncheon will be from noon to 2:00 p.m. in the council headquarters, West 104A, Level I of the Orange County Convention Center.

In addition, NCBC is sponsoring four educational sessions:

Thursday, Feb. 8

• "Light Commercial Construction for Home Builders"
  11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 314
  
  This program will give the home builder an introduction to the many opportunities that exist for diversifying your business into commercial construction. Learn what it takes to build retail, mini-storage, small offices and schools.

Friday, Feb. 9

• "Institutional Buildings: Getting in on the Market"
  1:30-3:00 p.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 308
  
  This session will discuss how new residential communities can be a boon for commercial construction. New schools, community centers and libraries are only a few of the opportunities. Learn how you can become part of this side of commercial construction.

Saturday, Feb. 10

• "Make Money While You Sleep"
  8:30-10:00 a.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, West 308
  
  Mini-storage, strip malls and small office buildings provide continual rental income long after the projects are completed. This session examines the opportunities for creating a steady stream of income well into the retirement years.
  
  
• "Sales and Marketing for the Non-Residential Builder"
  8:30-10:00 a.m.
  Orange County Convention Center, South 331 D
  
  Learn how to define the target market and what types of marketing tools are needed to reach that market. Many types of non-residential buildings, including retail stores, restaurants and medical offices, will be covered.

To Register

To register for the educational sessions listed and more, visit the diversifed builder and remodeler track of the educational seminars on the International Builders' Show Web site, www.buildersshow.com. Use the "My Show Planner" tool to register for specific courses.

NCBC headquarters will be open Wednesday through Friday, Feb. 7-9, and will feature project displays of the NCBC 2007 Awards of Excellence winners.

New Commercial Builders Council Channel on NAHB Web Site

NCBC has launched a new channel on the NAHB Web site that provides exclusive commercial builders information. To access the new channel, click here.

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