01/05/2026

BFBA Annual Expo - Final day for online registration, but walk-ins are welcome!

Our online registration is closed. 

You can also register at the door for our
41st Annual BFBA Post-Frame Expo

This Thursday, January 8th, 2026 at Ashland University 

Registration option links are below. You will also find the schedule and more information about our 3 exciting educational session designed to enhance the skills of every type of employee!

You can't beat the price for this 1-day show that has it all. 
Our event has something for every member of the team, so bring the whole crew!

Attendee price for BFBA Members: $60
Attendee price for non-members: $70

Your registration is all-inclusive:

• Full hot breakfast and lunch
• Educational sessions
• One-on-one time with all your favorite Industry Vendors and Associates:

Online Registration is Closed. 

WE ACCEPT WALK-INS!
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO REGISTER AT THE DOOR!

Download Registration Form

Schedule

Wednesday, January 7th: 

Optional Exhibitor Setup Time at Ashland U
2:00 - 5:00 p.m.           

Pre-Expo Dinner
6:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 8th: Day of Expo

6:45 a.m.          Exhibitor Set Up

8:30 a.m.          Registration and Breakfast

9:30 a.m.          Session 1: ActionCoach Columbus

Peg Buehrle & Pete McDowell will take you through the key differences between management & leadership. They will outline the six key elements needed to be an effective leader. They will then outline, describe, and give examples of the process to develop your own effective leadership style.

In this session you will learn:

• The difference between management & leadership
• 6 keys to becoming an effective manager
• The process through which you will become a great leader

10:15 a.m.        Break for Exhibits and signups for Nail Driving and Screw Driving Contest

11:00 a.m.        Session 2: Safety Seminar with GMS

Jason Freudenberg, SMP of Group Management Services (GMS) will deliver a comprehensive 40-minute safety presentation covering three essential areas of workplace protection: fall protection, OSHA compliance, and emergency action planning. Attendees will gain practical insights into current safety standards, best practices, and actionable steps to strengthen their jobsite safety culture. The session will conclude with dedicated time for Q&A, giving participants the opportunity to address specific challenges and engage directly with the presenters.

11:45 a.m.        Break for Exhibits & Screw Driving Contest

12:30 p.m.        Lunch, Annual Meeting, Buckeye Building Awards, and NFBA Update

2:00 p.m.          Keynote: Marvin Montgomery: Attitude is Everything

There are so many times in life that we sit back and wait for good things to come our way. It’s inevitable that storms will come into our lives and there is nothing you can do to prevent most of them. They could be Health, Finances or Business related.

During this motivating presentation you will learn seven ways to maintain and sustain a Positive Attitude even when things are not going your way.

2:45 p.m.          Break for Exhibits

3:45 p.m.          Nail Driving Contest

4:00 p.m.          Cash and Prizes awarded!

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

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