Submit Your Abstract for Presentation at the 2026 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium (BES)!

Now accepting submissions through January 14, 2026.

The 2026 IIBEC BES will take place at the JW Marriott, in Indianapolis, IN, October 18-20, 2026. BES will be a live, interactive experience convening the best experts in building enclosure industry, with a welcome reception and a two-day educational program comprising more than 15 unique, cutting-edge presentations on the design, construction, maintenance, and repair of modern and/or older building enclosures.

Will you be one of the presenters? Put your skills, knowledge, and talent to work for your profession and submit and abstract for presentation.

GUIDELINES FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS:
Abstract submission should be a concise proposal of new information that is technically sound and credible, and include the following:

Primary issue being addressed.
Type and basis of the new information that will be contributed to the industry (e.g., research conducted, personal experience).
Intended primary audience concise statement describing the new information and how the information will be useful to the primary audience.

Topics for Consideration


Building Performance	Project Management
Business & Professional Development	Research & Technology
Case Studies	Restoration
Codes & Standards	Risk Management
Design Considerations & Best Practices	Safety
Failure & Investigation	Sustainability & Resilience
Fenestration & Glazing	Wind & Structural
HVAC Systems & Air Quality / Wellness	Moisture & Thermal Analyse