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In This Issue:

Front Page
New American Home Shows 26 Years of Advances in Housing
New American Home Innovations Showcase Green Building
Tell the U.S. Congress to ‘Fix Housing First’
Special International Builders' Show Issue
IBS
The New American Home: Photos and Floor Plans
Daily Speakers at IBS to Give Insights Into Surviving Downturn
Green Day 2009 Set for Jan. 21 at the Builders' Show
Coaching Legend Lou Holtz to Kick Off 2009 Builders' Show
Get Top-Level Survival Tips at Executive Edge at IBS
Networking Events, Educational Sessions Just for Associates
Executive Officers Council Events at the Builders’ Show
Register Online for the 2009 Builders' Show in Las Vegas
Few Spots Remain for Spokesperson Training at IBS
Building Products
Armstrong Cabinets Adds Vanilla Cream to Color Palette
BASF Chemical Technology Behind Energy-Efficient Products
Broan System Automatically Improves Indoor Air Quality
Builder Magazine LivingHome Open for Tours During IBS
CEDIA Provides Expertise on Residential Electronic Systems
CertainTeed Introduces Innovative Exterior and Interior Products
ClosetMaid Features New Candelight Finish
New CMI Door Makes a Home Feel Like a Castle
DuPont Flashing Manages Moisture Around Recessed Windows
Eaton Features Intercom Keypads, Emergency Power Switch
FlowGuard Glow Solvent Cement Makes Joint Inspections Easier
Hacker Provides Sound-Control in Floors and Ceilings
National Gypsum and Syngenta Debut Mold Protection Product
ODL Offers Distinctive Doorglass Styles, Sklight Dimmer
PERC Features Efficient Freewatt Heating Systems
Retractable Phantom Screens Preserve Views, Increase Privacy
Progress Lighting Showcases New Energy-Efficient Additions
Sherwin-Williams Showcases Resilience Premium Exterior Paint
Sierra Pacific Windows, Doors Featured in New American Home
Simpson Strong-Tie Introduces Economical Moment Frame
VELUX Showcasing Solar Water Heating System
Coast to Coast
This May Be the Golden Age for First-Time Home Buyers
Politics & Government
NY City Housing Commissioner Donovan Tapped to Head HUD
Economics & Finance
Little Cheer in Builder Confidence in December
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: A Cutting-Edge System to Keep Chisels Sharp
codes and standards
ICC Panel Upholds Vote on Fire Sprinkler Mandate
Technology
Try Technology Before You Buy at IBS Computer Labs
50Plus Housing
50+ Housing Networking Events at the Builders' Show
Multifamily
NAHB Multifamily to Host Key Networking Events at IBS
Remodelers
Remodeling Courses Focus on Business Practices, Lead Paint
Building Systems
Building Systems Councils Meetings and Events at IBS
Sales
Sharpen Sales and Marketing Skills at the Builders’ Show
NSMC, IRM Events at the International Builders' Show
Tickets Available for The Nationals 2009 Gala at IBS
2009 IRM Commencement Breakfast at IBS on Jan. 20
International
Seminars on International Opportunities to Be Held at IBS
Education
Pre-Show Courses at IBS Can Give You an Advantage in 2009
Education Calendar
environment
Endangered Species Rule an Improvement for Landowners
research
Awards Honor Best in Residential Energy Efficiency
Award Winners to Discuss How Energy Sells in a Slow Market
Builders Sought to Participate in Online Research Panel
Green Building
NCHI Member Products Provide NAHBGreen Points
Research Center Announces Green Day Activities at IBS
Labor
HBI Students Plan for a Full Roster of Activities at IBS
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Endowment to Present Estate Planning Seminar at IBS
2009 HELP Grants to Be Announced at Builders’ Show
Association News
NAHB Board Meeting Set for Jan. 22 in Las Vegas
Combine GM $500 Private Offer With Red Tag Event Till Jan. 2
UPS Offers Up to 30% Discount to NAHB Members on Shipping
Williams Scotsman Offers One Month Free Rent, $50 Gas Gift Card
Save $25 on Hertz ‘Green,’ ‘Fun’ or ‘Prestige’ Weekly Rentals
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

The New American Home: Photos and Floor Plans

Daily Speakers at IBS to Give Insights Into Surviving Downturn

Green Day 2009 Set for Jan. 21 at the Builders' Show

Coaching Legend Lou Holtz to Kick Off 2009 Builders' Show

Get Top-Level Survival Tips at Executive Edge at IBS

Networking Events, Educational Sessions Just for Associates

Register Online for the 2009 Builders' Show in Las Vegas

Few Spots Remain for Spokesperson Training at IBS

Executive Officers Council Events at the Builders’ Show

The Executive Officers Council (EOC) is providing a full schedule of educational programming and networking opportunities during the 2009 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas next month.

Executive Officers Council Highlights:

Sunday, Jan. 18

  • Education Session:
    One Size Does Not Fit All — Managing Generations in the Workplace and on Your Boards of Directors
    10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
    Las Vegas Convention Center, North 204

    This session examines how to effectively work with a board of directors and staff of multiple generations — a challenge that many organizations are facing today. How do you get four different generations of workers to work side-by-side and collaborate?

  • Convention Survival Training
    1:30-3:00 p.m.
    Las Vegas Convention Center, North 264

    A “must attend” event for Executive Officers attending the Builders’ Show for the first time, this session will teach first-time attendees how to decipher their schedules and prioritize their time in relation to their needs. This is a free program, but pre-registration is required.

    To register, complete the online form, or e-mail Ariel Moyer at NAHB, or call her at 800-368-5242 x8595.

  • Non-Dues Revenue Forum
    4:00-5:30 p.m.
    Las Vegas Convention Center, North 231

    In this session, EOC members will share how their associations are raising non-dues revenue during these trying economic times.

  • EOC Welcome Party
    7:30-9:30 p.m.
    Kahunaville, Treasure Island Hotel


Monday, January 19

  • General Membership Meeting and Issues Briefing
    8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
    Las Vegas Convention Center, North 255-257, Level 2

    NAHB’s chief lobbyist, Bill Killmer, will discuss NAHB’s key advocacy efforts and other issues with attendees.

  • Education Session:
    The New Form 990
    1:30-3:30 p.m.
    Las Vegas Convention Center, North 204

    The Internal Revenue Service has completed its revision of the 2008 Form 990, which will go into effect for the 2008 tax year (i.e. returns filed in 2009). This session will examine how this change affects HBAs and what EOs will be required to report. One of the nation's leading nonprofit attorneys will explain exactly how the form has changed and how to prepare to track the information needed to file the revised form in 2009.


Wednesday, January 21


2009 EOC Membership Directories

Copies of the “2009 EOC Membership Directory” will be available in the EOC Headquarters-Resource Room:

Las Vegas Convention Center, Room South 107
The room will be open from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 18 through Wednesday, Jan. 21.

For a complete listing of EOC meetings and events at IBS, visit the EOC Web site.

For more information, e-mail Mary Alice Hewitt, or call her at x8176.



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