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Network, Attend Special Events at 50+ Lifestyle Central at IBS
Builders, developers and other 50+ housing professionals can stop by the official 50+ Housing Council headquarters at IBS, 50+ Lifestyle Central, for numerous education opportunities, networking and socializing with peers.
50+ Lifestyle Central is located in North 256 in the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Operating hours are:
- Tuesday, Jan. 19
7:00 a.m.to 6:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, Jan. 20
7:00 a.m.to 6:00 p.m.
- Thursday, Jan. 21
7:00 a.m.to 6:00 p.m.
- Friday, Jan. 22
7:00 a.m. to noon
Special events and activities include:
- Whirlpool 50+ Housing Council Meet and Greet Breakfast
Tuesday, Jan. 19
7:00-8:30 a.m.
Enjoy complimentary breakfast and network with peers in 50+ housing.
- Local 50+ Housing Council Roundtable
Tuesday, Jan. 19
8:30-10:00 a.m.
Share best practices and discuss how to start a 50+ housing council at your local builders association or make your existing council stronger.
- Active Adult Architectural Plan Reviews
Tuesday, Jan. 19 — 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 20 — 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 21 — 9:00-10:00 a.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Builders and developers can have their 50+ housing plans reviewed during one-on-one sessions with top architects. To schedule reviews, visit 50+ Lifestyle Central.
- Active Adult Marketing Plan and Ad Reviews
Tuesday, Jan. 19 — 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 20 — 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 21 — 9:00-10:00 a.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Builders, developers and marketers can have their 50+ housing marketing plans and advertising reviewed and evaluated during one-on-one sessions with top marketers to see if their approach is reaching their market. To schedule reviews, visit 50+ Lifestyle Central.
- Peer-to-Peer Topic Tables
Tuesday, Jan. 19
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Moderated discussion groups limited to 10 people each will explore ideas and share insights and strategy building on a variety of topics. Visit 50+ Lifestyle Central for a list of the topics to be discussed and to sign up.
- Whirlpool 50+ Housing Council Lunch
Tuesday, Jan. 19
Noon-1:00 p.m.
Enjoy complimentary lunch and network with peers in 50+ housing.
- Whirlpool 50+ Housing Council Reception
Tuesday, Jan. 20
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Network with peers in 50+ housing at this reception sponsored by the Whirlpool Corp.
- Whirlpool 50+ Housing Council Meet & Greet Breakfast
Wednesday, Jan. 20
7:00-8:30 a.m.
- Boomers on the Edge — How to Get Started in Active Adult Housing
Wednesday, Jan. 20
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Learn about the housing market's fastest-growing segment during roundtable presentations about successful programs, tactics, techniques, strategies and solutions to have a winning 55+ lifestyle community.
The sessions include: feasibility, 9:00-9:45 a.m.; land planning, 10:15-11:00 a.m.; design, 1:00-1:45 p.m.; and sales and marketing, 2:15-3:00 p.m.
- Whirlpool 50+ Housing Council Lunch
Wednesday, Jan. 19
Noon-1:00 p.m.
- Meet the Active Adult Experts
Wednesday, Jan. 20
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Talk with experts during roundtable discussions on the growing 50+ housing market. Visit 50+ Lifestyle Central for a schedule of the sessions.
- 50+ Housing Council Corporate Sponsors Reception
Wednesday, Jan. 20
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Network with peers in 50+ housing at this reception sponsored by the Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HSFC) and Mature Living Choices.
- 50+ Housing Council Meet and Greet Breakfast
Thursday, Jan. 21
7:00-8:30 a.m.
- Meet the Active Adult Experts
Thursday, Jan. 21
9:00-10:00 a.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Visit 50+ Lifestyle Central for a schedule of the sessions.
- 50+ Housing Council Lunch
Thursday, Jan. 21
Noon-1:00 p.m.
- “Social Networking Using Facebook, Blogs and New Media to Market Your 50+ Communities"
Thursday, Jan. 21
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Learn how to use the new social networking tools and technologies to connect with 50+ buyers and steer them to your Web site and get them talking about your community. Carol Flammer, MIRM, of mRELEVANCE, headlines a panel featuring 50+ housing builders and developers who have found success using social media programs.
- “Universal Design Power Hour — Innovations, Technologies and Trends for the Future”
Thursday, Jan. 21
2:00- 3:00 p.m.
Mary Jo Peterson, CAPS, CAASH, of Mary Jo Peterson, Inc., and a panel of leading industry experts, will share examples of well-executed universal design and cutting-edge products that are functional and attractive and should be included in 50+ homes and communities. Attendees will also learn how to communicate the value of sound design to their sales teams, real estate professionals and prospects.
- 50+ Housing Council Corporate Sponsors Reception
Thursday, Jan. 21
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Network with peers in 50+ housing at this reception sponsored by the Mature Living Choices and HSFC.
For an updated list of activities taking place at 50+ Lifestyle Central, visit www.BuildersShow.com/50plus.
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