58th Annual NFBA Building Expo 2026
NFBA 58th Annual Conference & Expo
Feb 25-27, 2026
Oklahoma City Convention Center
100 Mick Cornett Dr.
Oklahoma City, OK 73109-1101
Omni Oklahoma City Hotel
100 Oklahoma City Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK 73109
ROOM BLOCK: The Room rate will be $229.00 (single and double occupancy), $249.00 (triple occupancy) and $269.00 (quadruple occupancy) + taxes (currently 14.12%). Your Guestroom Rate includes complimentary deluxe WiFi in guestrooms and public spaces.
Rooms will be available at the Group Rate 3 days pre- and post-conference dates based on availability.
Book Room Here: https://bookings.omnihotels.com/event/oklahoma-city/2026-nfba-conference-expo
Guests can call Reservations: 1-800-THE-OMNI (843-6664) and reference the 2026 NFBA Conference & Expo
CHECK-IN: 4:00 PM
CHECK-OUT: 11:00 AM
CUT-OFF DATE: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM CT
*NOTICE: NFBA does not use a 3rd-party company to book hotel reservations for conference. NFBA has been made aware of scammers trying to get credit card information from NFBA members. Please do not give out your info to unauthorized callers.
Thank You to our 2026 Conference Sponsors!
Questions related to exhibiting? Contact Patrick Filippelli at 630-929-7960
Some NFBA exhibitors have been receiving communications from companies soliciting the NFBA attendee list. Please note that these companies are posing as official representatives of the NFBA Frame Building Expo to sell unofficial attendee data lists. These companies are unrelenting and are known to constantly change their company and domain names, but they have no affiliation with the NFBA, and we cannot recommend purchasing a list through them. Exhibitors are advised to beware of anyone soliciting on behalf of the NFBA. Please contact us at NFBA@heiexpo.com with questions
EXPO FLOOR SCHEDULE |
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WednesdayFebruary 25th |
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
ThursdayFebruary 26th |
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
FridayFebruary 27th |
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Full Schedule:
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24th
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Registration (Hall CD Foyer)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM NFBA Certification Testing (Room 104)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Registration (Hall CD Foyer)
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast (Level 3 Foyer)
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Educational Breakout Sessions (Level 3)
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT EDUCATION (Room 301 AB)
Coaching for Success
Eric Miner – Blunier Buildings
This session is designed to help current and aspiring leaders embrace an employee-first culture by adopting a coaching mindset. Participants will explore how to use a success coaching model to drive individual growth, engagement, and performance within their teams. Emphasis is placed on creating an environment where every team member is motivated to bring their best every day. The session also addresses how to effectively lead people in today’s post-frame market, where expectations, accountability, and adaptability continue to evolve. Leaders will gain insight into why embracing a coaching mentality is essential and how coaching individual success directly contributes to stronger collaboration, resilience, and overall team success.
SALES AND MARKETING (Room 301 CD)
Building Barndos: Opportunity or Headache?
Paul & Emily Marshall – Mr. Post Frame
Barndominiums (“barndos”) are growing in popularity—but are they the right fit for you and your construction business? This educational session explores what it really means to build barndos and whether this niche aligns with your skills, resources, and long-term goals. Participants will gain clarity on what clients are truly asking for when they request a barndominium, how barndo projects differ from traditional builds, and the expectations involved. We’ll also address common questions around licensing and general contractor requirements, as well as practical strategies for leveraging local contacts and subcontractors to successfully manage these projects. By the end of this session, you’ll have the knowledge needed to decide whether becoming a barndo builder makes sense for you—and how to approach it confidently if it does.
SAFETY AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE (Room 302 AB)
Reflective Insulation for Post Frame Buildings: The Science, The Application, and Installation, Making Reflectives Work For You
Monty Millspaugh - Reflective Insulation Manufacturers Association
This course provides design and sales professionals with an introduction to reflective technologies, including radiant barriers, reflective insulation, and interior radiation control coatings (IRCCs). Participants will gain a foundational understanding of how these materials function to reduce radiant heat transfer and enhance energy efficiency within the building envelope.
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM BREAK
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM Educational Breakout Sessions
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (Room 301 AB)
Strategic Planning: Building Your Bench Strength
Ed Krow - Ed Krow LLC
Unexpected departures of key employees can disrupt even the most successful organizations. Succession planning is critical at all levels—not just for executives—and should be part of every strategic business plan. In this interactive session, participants will learn how to create effective succession plans, align them with leadership development, and implement strategies to build organizational bench strength. Topics include the business case for succession planning, warning signs of a failing system, top strategies for developing future leaders, and current business trends affecting talent planning. A hands-on exercise will allow participants to assess employee readiness for increased responsibility, applying practical skills they can bring back to their organizations immediately.
SALES AND MARKETING (Room 301 CD)
Why Your Barndo Clients are Burning Out: Practical Processes to Master the Barndominium Cycle
Olivia Berg - Back Forty Buildings
Emily Marshall - Mr. Post Frame
In this session, participants will explore the key differences between Barndominium clients and post-frame building clients. Attendees will learn practical strategies and processes to effectively engage Barndominium buyers, whose sales cycle often requires a more consultative and thoughtful approach. By comparing the fast-paced post-frame sales process—where speed and decisiveness are critical—to the unique considerations of Barndominium clients, builders will gain actionable insights to close more deals and guide clients confidently from interest to purchase.
SAFETY AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE (Room 302 AB)
Safety Best Practices & NFBA Resources that can Help
Doug Jenks - Moderator
Todd Meinhold – H&D Quality Builders
Dave Underwood – FBi Buildings
Join members of the NFBA Safety Committee for an in-depth panel discussion on critical safety topics in the Post Frame industry. The panel will cover practical areas such as fall protection, incident reporting, NFBA Safety Certification, and safety best practices. Attendees will also learn about valuable NFBA resources that can help their teams implement effective safety programs. The session concludes with a Q&A, giving participants the opportunity to have their most pressing safety questions answered directly by industry experts.
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM BREAK
10:45 AM - 12:45 PM KEYNOTE SPEAKER AND MEMBERSHIP MEETING (Ballroom A)
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION (Ballroom A)
The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly: An Economic Update
Dr. Anirban Basu - Chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group (SPG), one of the Mid-Atlantic region's leading economic consultants.
Join Dr. Anirban Basu, Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, as he reviews last year’s economic activity and shares his outlook for the U.S. economy. A leading voice in the construction industry, Dr. Basu delivers sharp insights, timely trends, and policy analysis—all in a dynamic and entertaining presentation you won’t want to miss.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM EXPO OPEN (Hall CD)
EXPO FLOOR ACTIVITIES (Hall CD)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Shed Building Demonstration – Part 1
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Women in Post Frame Meet N’ Greet (The Petroleum Club – Transportation Provided)
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM Plyco Reception (At Omni – Five Moon Ballroom)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26th
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Registration (Hall CD Foyer)
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast (Level 3 Foyer)
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Educational Breakout Sessions (Level 3)
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (Room 301 AB)
The Loyalty Crisis: Why Good Workers Leave & How to Make them Stay
Lisa Ryan - Grategy
Turnover in the trades often starts quietly—missed cues, disengaged behavior, and a sense that leadership isn’t paying attention—before a valued worker suddenly walks. This session tackles the hidden loyalty crisis affecting framing companies nationwide. Attendees will learn five overlooked causes of disengagement and field-tested strategies to fix them before good workers leave. We’ll cover what real recognition looks like, how small moments build trust, and language shifts that drive long-term culture change. Participants will complete a quick “Loyalty Audit” to spot retention risks and leave with actionable tools they can use immediately—no budget approvals needed. Designed for builders, crew leads, and managers, this fast-paced, practical session gets uncomfortable on purpose. Your crews don’t want a perfect company—they want to feel seen. Here’s how to make that happen and keep your best people from walking.
SALES AND MARKETING (Room 301 CD)
The 5 Pillars of Empathy: Driving Growth & Collaboration in the Frame Building Industry
Jevon Wooden - BrightMind Consulting Group
Empathy and emotional intelligence are essential for driving leadership success and organizational performance. This session introduces the Five Pillars of Empathy, a leadership framework designed to help industry professionals foster collaboration, build trust, and enhance team dynamics. Attendees will gain practical tools for integrating emotional intelligence into their leadership practices, driving improved productivity and engagement. By cultivating an empathetic approach, leaders can strengthen their workforce, enhance customer relationships, and deliver lasting business success.
SAFETY AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE (Room 302 AB)
The 3-Hour Firewall
Tim Royer - Timber Tech Engineering
Learn how post-frame wall systems can now achieve a 3-hour fire rating, meeting International Building Code (IBC) requirements for separating building areas or occupancy types. Traditionally, architects, builders, and engineers relied on concrete block walls on concrete foundations to meet these ratings—but recent advancements by the National Frame Building Association have made it possible to achieve the same level of fire protection using economical post-frame construction. This session will explore the post-frame fire wall assembly, highlighting its cost-effectiveness, faster construction compared to stud, light-gauge steel, or block walls, and the elimination of expensive foundations. Attendees will gain insight into how post-frame fire walls can provide life-safety compliance while maximizing both budget and efficiency.
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM BREAK
9:10 AM - 10:10 AM Educational Breakout Sessions (Level 3)
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (Room 301 AB)
Improving People and Improving Business: The Levels of Leadership - Part 1
Pete McDowell & Peg Buehrle – ActionCoach
Leadership is more than a title — it’s about influence, growth, and impact. In this session, participants will explore the five levels of leadership and learn practical steps and actions leaders can take to gain employee buy-in, grow personally, and mature into leaders who can develop others. By understanding the journey of leadership, participants will discover how to inspire their teams, strengthen organizational culture, and drive lasting business results.
SALES AND MARKETING (Room 301 CD)
How Executive Presence and Relationship Intelligence Drive Sales Excellence
Jevon Wooden - BrightMind Consulting Group
In the post-frame industry, clients aren’t just buying the cheapest building—they’re buying trust. In this keynote, Jevon Wooden shows that your greatest competitive advantage isn’t your marketing—it’s the confidence and certainty you project in the first ten minutes of a meeting. Drawing on strategies from From Functional to Phenomenal, he explains how Executive Presence reduces client risk, and Relationship Intelligence turns one-time projects into lifelong referrals. Stop losing bids on price alone and start winning on reputation.
Key Takeaways:
The Risk/Trust Equation: Help clients choose quality over lowest cost.
Beyond the Specs: Shift conversations from price to long-term value.
Command the Room: Communicate clearly under pressure.
From Builder to Partner: Use Relationship Intelligence to become the go-to choice.
SAFETY AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE (Room 302 AB)
Sealed & Certified: The Real Deal on Spray Foam for Post-Frame Construction
Mike Dyna - X Spray Jones
Paul Marshall - Mr. Post Frame
Curious about using spray foam insulation in post frame construction? This session dives into everything you need to know. We’ll explore when spray foam is appropriate, how it should be installed, and situations where it might not be the best choice. Learn the key steps to prepare for a successful spray foam installation, what to look for in materials and surfaces, and the safety considerations you must keep in mind. We’ll also cover questions about off-gassing, flammability, long-term structural impact, and overall performance so you can make informed decisions for your building projects.
10:10 AM - 10:20 AM BREAK
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM Educational Breakout Sessions
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (Room 301 AB)
Improving People and Improving Business: The Levels of Leadership - Part 2
Pete McDowell & Peg Buehrle – ActionCoach
Leadership is more than a title — it’s about influence, growth, and impact. In this session, participants will explore the five levels of leadership and learn practical steps and actions leaders can take to gain employee buy-in, grow personally, and mature into leaders who can develop others. By understanding the journey of leadership, participants will discover how to inspire their teams, strengthen organizational culture, and drive lasting business results.
SALES AND MARKETING (Room 301 CD)
Stop Getting Beat at the Bid: 7 Levers That Make You the Obvious Choice
Mark Bloemhard - Bolder & Co. Creative Studios
Most post-frame builders aren’t losing deals because they lack skill. They’re losing because buyers can’t clearly see the difference—so the decision collapses into price. In this session, you’ll learn the 7 “brand-to-revenue” levers that turn your company into the obvious choice: positioning, proof, offer architecture, demand, conversion, capacity, and compounding referrals. You’ll leave with a one-page scorecard and a practical 30-day plan to stabilize your pipeline, shorten sales cycles, and protect margin—without “more marketing spend” or gimmicks.
SAFETY AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE (Room 302 AB)
The AI-Powered Builder: How Smart Tech is Reshaping Construction and Business
Kevin Fox - Foxwerx Group
Wondering how AI can actually help your business? This session answers that and more—covering real tools, real use cases, and a roadmap for getting started without breaking the bank. You'll also learn how to defend your business from rising cybersecurity threats like phishing and ransomware. This session is built to empower, not overwhelm.
11:20 AM - 11:45 AM BREAK
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM Awards Luncheon (ticketed event) (Ballroom A)1
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM EXPO OPEN (Hall CD)
EXPO FLOOR ACTIVITIES (Hall CD)
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Shed Building Demonstration – Part 2
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Christians in Construction Reception (At Omni - Route 66 Room)
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
|Expo Social and Foundation Auction (At Omni – Oklahoma Station Ballroom)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27th
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM Registration (Hall CD Foyer)
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM Continental Breakfast (Hall CD)
8:30 PM - 12:30 PM EXPO OPEN (Hall CD)
EXPO FLOOR ACTIVITIES (Hall CD)
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM Screw-Driving Competition
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Nail-Pounding Competition
12:00 PM Grand Prize Drawing
Program Changes and Cancellations:
NFBA reserves the right to substitute speakers due to any unforeseen circumstances. If NFBA must cancel a show, registrants will receive a full credit or refund of their paid registration fee. No refunds will be made for lodging, airfare, or any related expenses.
Registration
Registration Options:
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Optional Events:
Awards Luncheon - Member: $55
Awards Luncheon - Non-Member: $65
NFBA Certification Exam: $165 Members & Non-Members
*Pass the exam and receive $165 in NFBA Credit. Participants have the option to take exam 1 or 2. Passing exam 2 is an automatic pass for exam 1. To learn more about NFBA certification: CLICK HERE
Contact info@nfba.org if you have questions about registration!
Program Changes and Cancellations:
NFBA reserves the right to substitute speakers or to cancel and reschedule events due to any unforeseen circumstances. If NFBA must cancel a show, registrants will receive a full credit or refund of their paid registration fee. No refunds will be made for lodging, airfare, or any related expenses
Special Events
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th
10:45 AM - 12:45 PM - KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly: An Economic Update
Dr. Anirban Basu - Chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group (SPG), one of the Mid-Atlantic region's leading economic consultants.
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM - Women in Post Frame Meet N’ Greet
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Christians in Construction Reception
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Expo Social and Foundation Auction
Exhibitors
Exhibiting at the Frame Building Expo gives your company access to more than 1,000 post-frame professionals who attend to find new products, learn best practices, and network with colleagues. Review the floor plan for available booth space, submit your application, and review the exhibitor prospectus for additional information regarding the attendees who attend NFBA. We also have a large variety of Sponsorship opportunities available to current exhibitors.
If we can be of any assistance, just let us know. We look forward to working with you and hope to see you in February in Oklahoma City, OK!
Questions?
Contact NFBA Exhibition Management at NFBA@heiexpo.com or call Patrick Filippelli at 630.929.7960.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Scan attendee badges and collect leads at the show. Scanning is done using an app (Cvent Leadcapture) on your own mobile phone or device. Scanning devices are NOT available for rental. All leads can be exported to a spreadsheet post-event.
- Email jwhite@nfba.org if you have questions.
Exhibitors will receive 4 complimentary Booth Personnel Registrations for the first 100 Sq. Ft. of exhibit space purchased and then 2 complimentary Booth Personnel Registrations for each additional 100 sq. ft. of exhibit space purchased. The cost will be $50 for each additional person.
*EXAMPLE: A 10’x20’ space would be allowed 6 complimentary personnel.
Each Space Includes:
- 8’ BLACK/ BEIGE / BEIGE / BLACK back drape
- 3’BLACK side drape
- A standard 7”x44” booth ID sign
A Few Important Things to Note
- Your booth space is not carpeted, we strongly encourage you to purchase carpet or bring your own flooring for a few reasons:
- Defines your booth space
- Comfort on your feet
- Aesthetically pleasing and inviting for attendees
- Your booth is a shell (pipe, drape and ID sign) so it does NOT come with a table or chairs. For ease, a discounted booth package with carpet is offered on our online site.
To Order Online and Obtain Show Information:
- Visit our website https://www.c1tradeshowservices.com/order-services/.
*Any freight handling, labor, or Signage orders will still need to be faxed into the number at the bottom of our order form along with our payment authorization form. A payment authorization form will not need to be faxed in, if you select the box saying “please check this box for C-1 to utilize this card for your show site charges for such items as material handling, additional furnishings, labor, shipping, etc…” on the credit card information screen found on our online ordering website. This will authorize your payment information to stay on file for the remainder of the show.
Exhibitor Toolkit
GIF Files
(To Use: Click the Link, Right Click on Image, Click Save Image As)
Some NFBA exhibitors have been receiving communications from companies soliciting the NFBA attendee list. Please note that these companies are posing as official representatives of the NFBA Frame Building Expo to sell unofficial attendee data lists. These companies are unrelenting and are known to constantly change their company and domain names, but they have no affiliation with the NFBA, and we cannot recommend purchasing a list through them. Exhibitors are advised to beware of anyone soliciting on behalf of the NFBA. Please contact us at NFBA@heiexpo.com with questions
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