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Everything You Need To Know About APB Attending...

IBS 2025

Date Icon Date: Feb 25-27, 2025

Location Icon Location: Las Vegas Convention Center

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Improving The Residential Construction Industry For Both Builders And Consumers

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Builders Coached

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ABOUT US
What We Do

The Association of Professional Builders (APB) has coached 8,503 building companies globally, including 3,933 in the United States and 717 in Canada. APB’s mission is to improve the construction industry for both builders and consumers by providing builders with proven systems that generate more leads, more contracts and higher margins while improving the client experience.

APB works exclusively with the Owners & Directors of medium-sized custom home building companies and large remodellers who are looking to systemize their business.

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REAL BUILDERS. REAL RESULTS.

BOOKED OUT FOR 12 MONTHS

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"Through APB, we now have written, step-by-step repeatable systems, so that staff can do their jobs whether I’m here or wherever I want to be..."

+30% REVENUE & 2x PROFIT

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"We were always good with construction, but the whole business side of things was a blind spot to us..."

FROM INCONSISTENT BUILDS TO $5M

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"Before working with APB, my frustration came from the inability to produce consistently..."

 
 
COME FIND US
We're in West Hall

The APB team will be exhibiting at the International Builders' Show in Las Vegas. Stop by booth W3154 to say hi! We'll have LIVE educational podcasts running all day, and a very special offer for you. Keep scrolling to learn more!

We also have a limited number of free tickets to give away! Click the link below to claim yours.

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Got questions about joining APB? Our team would love to chat with you—but with limited spots available, it’s best to lock in a time at the APB booth while you’re here. Let’s make it happen!

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Building Knowledge Sessions

Join Us At The IBS Building Knowledge Sessions

Building Knowledge Sessions are 60-minute deep dives into key home building topics, offering solutions, strategies, and trends for all experience levels. This year, IBS has handpicked experts from our organization to share their knowledge and present on stage during these impactful educational sessions.

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Sneak Peek of the 2025 SORCI Report

Presented by Buildertrend and APB's Co-founder Russ Stephens.

Get a sneak peek at the 2025 SORCI Report, featuring insights from 2,240 builders worldwide.

Tue, Feb 25 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Buildertrend Booth - W3142 - W2842
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Profit Blueprint for Builders: Fix Your Accounts, Price for Profit, and Win High-Margin Contracts with Proven Systems

Presented by APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

Discover the proven systems to run a profitable building company.

Tue, Feb 25 | 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Young Professional's Stage - Center Hall
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Pricing 4 Profit: Essential Pricing Strategies for Higher Net Margins

Presented by Construction Business Owner Jim Schneider and APB's Co-Founder Russ Stephens.

Explore pricing strategies that boost net profit margins for residential builders.

Wed, Feb 26 | 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
LVCC - West 207

Wed, Feb 26 | 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
LVCC - West 204
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Find Your Niche to Unlock Long-Term Competitive Advantage

Presented by Jim Chapman, ICF Homes' Owner David Phelps, and APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

Learn actionable advice on niche specialization in residential construction.

Wed, Feb 26 | 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
LVCC - West 304
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How to Create Demand Using Construction Slots & Scarcity

Presented by Construction Business Owner Jim Schneider and APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

Discover how limited construction slots simplify sales and improve outcomes.

Thur, Feb 27 | 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
LVCC - West 204
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Future-Proof Your Building Business: Tech Trends and Tools

Presented by APB's Co-founder Russ Stephens, Buildxact's CEO Stephen Yates and The Home Depot's Senior Director Ben Quigley.

Learn how pros are using digital tools to be more efficient and productive.

Thur, Feb 27 | 02:30 PM - 02:55 PM
The Home Depot Booth C4524
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LIVE at IBS
PROFESSIONAL BUILDERS SECRETS PODCAST

The Professional Builders Secrets Podcast brings together some of the best minds in the industry along with professional builders to share their experiences in residential construction and provide insightful tips for builders on how to operate and grow their business.

Visit the APB booth at IBS, where we will be hosting LIVE interviews every hour on the hour throughout the whole event! See the full podcast schedule below...

25 February · Tuesday
10:00 AM
Pricing 4 Profit: How to Price Your Contracts Using a Net Markup with APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

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11:00 AM
Supply Chain Efficiency: How Builders Can Leverage Technology for Better Collaboration with Suppliers with Buildxact's CEO Stephen Yates.

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Buildxact
12:00 PM
Quarterly Strategic Planning: How to Create a Detailed 3 Year Plan with a 90-Day Roadmap with APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

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1:00 PM
AI in Construction: Practical Uses for Brand Consistency, Communication, and Productivity with Buildertrend's CTO Jon Walker and Morgan Molitor from Construction2Style

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Buildertrend
2:00 PM
Sales Blueprint: How to Win More Contracts at Higher Margins with APB's Co-Founder Sky Kolade.

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3:00 PM
Builder Success Story: Schneider Construction with owner Jim Schneider.

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4:00 PM
Managing Time & Efficiency: How to Grow Your Building Company Without Working Evenings & Weekends with APB's Co-Founder Russ Stephens

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26 February · Wednesday
10:00 AM
Marketing Blueprint: The Proven Formula for Attracting Qualified Leads for Residential Builders with APB's Co-Founder Sky Kolade.

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11:00 AM
Understanding Today’s Client: What You Need to Know to Meet and Exceed Expectations with BuildTools Business Unit Leader Bob Cain.

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BuildTools
12:00 PM
Cashflow Mastery: The Art & Science Behind Sustainable Cashflow in a Building Company with APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

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1:00 PM
Builder Success Story: NS Builders with owner Nick Schiffer.

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NS Builders
2:00 PM
Market Insights: How to Leverage Customer Behavior Data to Stay Ahead with The Farnsworth Group's President Grant Farnsworth.

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3:00 PM
Builder Success Story: ICF Homes with CEO Dave Phelps.

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ICF
4:00 PM
Construction Slots: How to Use Supply & Demand to Improve Profitability & Cashflow with APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

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27 February · Thursday
10:00 AM
Work In Progress Accounting Adjustment (WIPAA): How to Calculate One of the Most Important Financial Metrics for Builders with APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

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11:00 AM
Home Remodeling Trends: How Builders Can Use Data-Driven Insights to Win More Projects with Houzz Pro's Staff Economist Marine Sargsyan.

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12:00 PM
Project Efficiency: How to Deliver Exceptional Client Results While Maximizing Profits with JobTread's CEO Eric Fortenberry.

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JobTread
1:00 PM
Builder Success Story: Shiloh Homes with Owners Taylor and Mandy Shipp

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Shiloh Homes
2:00 PM
AI in a Building Company: How to Harness the Power of Artificial Intelligence to Maximize Efficiency with APB's Co-Founder Sky Kolade.

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3:00 PM
Better Client Communication: How to Avoid Cost Overruns, Stress, and Unhappy Clients with BuilderComs CEO Ron Nussbaum and Bundle CEO Janna Colucci.

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4:00 PM
Company Culture: How to Create & Maintain a Culture of Excellence in Your Building Company with APB's Executive Business Coach Andy Skarda.

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GIVEAWAY!
Want A Free Ticket To The APB Annual Retreat In Mexico?

We're giving one lucky building company two free tickets to our 2025 Annual Retreat in Mexico! Join 20 of APB's most aspirational and best-performing members to create a long-term strategic plan and exit strategy for your building company.

Your ticket covers three nights luxury accommodation, freshly prepared meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and a 2-day intensive business workshop.

Visit the APB booth to enter!

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SPECIAL OFFER VALUED AT $3,997!
Visit Our Booth For A Free Special Offer

Stop by our booth (W3154) to discover a special offer we have for attendees who join APB at IBS. We'll give you a hint... it's valued at nearly $4,000 and will help you plan your business' future.

Stop by the booth to learn more!

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AVAILABLE IN THE BOOKSTORE
Professional Builders Secrets Book

Uncover how custom home builders can generate more leads and more sales at higher margins, while delivering a better experience for their clients.

Visit the IBS bookstore to purchase your copy, or order one online for just the cost of shipping via the link below.

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AVAILABLE IN OUR BOOTH
State of Residential Construction Industry (SORCI) Annual Report 2025

Benchmark your building company against your competitors and discover how the best building companies systemize and grow their operations.

Be among the first to discover...

Industry insights in operations, marketing, sales and financials from 2,240 surveyed builders across the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Industry benchmarks that illustrate what is driving success in residential building companies.

Detailed insider information from owners, directors, presidents and senior managers covering marketing, sales, operations and the financials of their respective companies.

Visit the APB booth to get your digital copy.

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PARTNERSHIPS
Want to Partner With APB?

Partnering with the Association of Professional Builders (APB) means exclusive access to a highly engaged audience of established custom home builders across the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. As an APB partner, you’ll unlock opportunities to showcase your brand, connect directly with growth-driven builders, and gain exposure through features like podcasts, private group highlights, and referrals.

Want to partner with APB? Book a meeting with our Partnerships Manager, Nicole at IBS by clicking the button below!

Can't find a time that works? Book a meeting here for after IBS.

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