Final Orlando IBS sets the stage for big industry conversations

By Jenny Yu.  

From keynote presentations to in-depth Super Sessions, the event offers valuable takeaways for today’s builders. 

RoofersCoffeeShop® is heading to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)’s annual show, the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS) taking place from February 17-19, 2026. This year will be the last year the show is hosted in Orlando, Florida, so it’s one you won’t want to miss! Join us at our sound stage, sponsored by SRS Distribution, Inc., where we’ll have the chance to chat with some of the home building industry’s biggest brands and emerging standouts.   

For three days, IBS will provide a packed schedule of educational sessions, exhibits and networking events. The show will kick off with the Design & Construction Week® Opening Ceremonies with keynote speaker Emmitt Smith, professional football hall-of-fame running back and entrepreneur. Smith will share his insights from experience in the real estate, construction, technology and charitable industries. 

Educational sessions are the heart of IBS. The Super Sessions are the show’s most popular, diving deep into the most popular trends and industry forecasts. The four sessions are as follows: 

The Rally: Unstoppable Sales — 5 Pillars to Stand Out, Win Buyers & Sell More in 2026 

• When: Wednesday, February 18, 2:15 - 3:45 p.m. 
• Where: OCCC, West Hall F3, Tangerine Ballroom, Spotlight Room 
• Speakers: Chris Hartley of K. Hovanian Homes, Taylor Humphrey of Pacesetter Homes, Chad Sanschagrin of Cannonball Moments and Jessie Suggs of Dream Finders Homes 
• What to expect: Learn how to become irreplaceable in the age of AI by doing what technology can’t: building trust, creating emotional connections and delivering experiences that set you apart. 

The Experience: Mastering Customer Care During & After the Build 

• When: Wednesday, February 18, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. 
• Where: OCCC, West Hall F3, Tangerine Ballroom, Spotlight Room 
• Speakers: Todd Gamboa of National Builder Group; David Hagan of D.R. Horton, Inc.; Jeanine LaMay Kay of 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty; Neil Koelbl of Dream Finders Homes; and Jared Maybon of DFY Builder Systems, Oakmont Homes 
• What to expect: Industry leaders will share both the strategic frameworks and tactical tools that transform the build journey into a profit-protecting, reputation-boosting advantage. 

The Outlook: 2026 Housing & Economic Forecast 

• When: Tuesday, February 17, 2:15 - 3:45 p.m. 
• Where: OCCC, West Hall F3, Tangerine Ballroom, Spotlight Room 
• Speakers: Robert Dietz of NAHB, Danielle Hale of Realtor.com and Ali Wolf of Zonda 
• What to expect: Three nationally recognized economists will share their expert analysis of the U.S. economy, home sales and construction activity, while addressing supply-side issues such as persistent labor shortages and supply chain issues. 

The Blueprint: How Innovation-Driven Design & Construction Is Reimagining Attainable Housing 

• When: Thursday, February 19, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. 
• Where: OCCC, West Hall F3, Tangerine Ballroom, Spotlight Room 
• Speakers: Dennis Steigerwalt of Housing Innovation Alliance; Brad Conlon of DR Horton; Jeremy Gilstrap of Simpson Strong-Tie; Jaime Matheron of DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors; Lucienne Pears of Kitson & Partners, Babcock Ranch; and Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki of tst ink. 
• What to expect: Walk away with a blueprint for how innovation-driven design and construction can transform the attainable housing conversation. 

Learn more about the educational and networking opportunities at NAHB’s IBS 2026!