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Attend the Custom Builder Symposium in Atlanta
 Attend the 2005 Custom Builder Symposium in Atlanta on Nov. 11-13 for the latest industry-specific education and networking opportunities for custom home builders, remodelers, architects, developers and other industry professionals.
The symposium will be held at the Sheraton Atlanta. Online advance registration is closed, but onsite registration is available Nov. 10 at the hotel.
Exceptional, World-Class Education
The symposium features 15 concurrent sessions and four advanced sessions. Click here for a list of titles, speakers and descriptions for all educational sessions.
In addition, pre-symposium Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) and Graduate Master Builder (GMB) designation courses will be offered on Saturday and Sunday at no additional charge. These courses include Estimating for Builders and Remodelers (approved for CGB, CGR and CGA designation credit) and Diversification (approved for GMB designation credit).
Learn From Disney
Keynote speaker Rodney Miller, of Walt Disney World, will discuss, "What your passion can do for you." Prior to joining Walt Disney World, Miller was an executive facilitator for companies including Westinghouse, AT&T, Sears, PepsiCo. and NASA.
Tends in Design and Building Tour
The symposium features the Anderson Home Tour of custom, high style homes with a Southern flair. The homes on tour will be in various stages of completion — from framing to fully-furnished models.
Additional Educational and Networking Opportunities
- A roundtable discusson on what custom builders need to do to survive a disaster. Industry experts and disaster survivors will participate.
- NAHB economist Michael Carliner will discuss the economic impact of Hurricane Katrina on the building industry.
Experience Atlanta Social Event and Golf
Two social events are planned: Experience Atlanta, featuring fun and entertainment in some of Atlanta's most popular hot spots, including the Historic Virginia Highlands; and a golf outing at the Atlanta National Golf Course.
Go to www.nahb.org/custom for more information, or call 800-368-5242 x8338.
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