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November/December 2024
nkba note
STRONGER AND SMARTER TOGETHER
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KBA|KBIS has had a busy, robust year coming off our 60th
anniversary in 2023 and continuing the celebrations with the
60th anniversary of KBIS in 2024. We anticipate an even more
spectacular KBIS 2025 in just a few months. We're planning
a terrific array of programming, entertainment, educational
opportunities and, of course, North America's most extensive and
comprehensive exhibition of new products, design and home technology
across K&B design and remodeling.
We always think of KBIS as the best venue to start the year. It is a proven
venue for high-end and luxury residential inspiration - especially from a
global point of view, considering the superior caliber of international brands
exhibiting (more than 40 new for 2025) and German, Brazilian and UK
pavilions. Th is is key, since the top end of the market is driving signifi cant
business, according to our exclusive NKBA research. KBIS has a wellearned
reputation as one of the most infl uential K&B expos in the world,
and our Global Connect activations are bigger and more robust than ever.
KBIS is also the best forum to learn about new trends and innovations
coming to market, all aimed at helping our members build stronger
businesses and client relationships. A big part of that is the opportunity
for timely, relevant learning experiences around the fl oor in areas like the
Luxury Lounge, the Global Connect Lounge and the KBIS NEXTStage
and through our highly regarded Voices from the Industry Conference.
VFTI sessions are all CEU-qualifi ed and delivered by subject-matter
experts committed to sharing their wealth of knowledge, depth of
experience and unrivaled enthusiasm in strengthening our members and
our industry. Th is year, more than 70 sessions will take place, many of
which will be available afterward on demand to all who purchased a VFTI
package. Sessions are focused on six learning tracks: K&B Trends, Design,
Marketing, Leadership & Management, Building & Remodeling and
new for 2025, Hot Topics. And we are thrilled to announce a new initiative
providing free on-demand VFTI access to student members.
This is a cornerstone of NKBA|KBIS's mission to educate our
membership and help build a forward-thinking industry. All aspects of
our business - from physical products to AI and smart home technologies,
production methods to sourcing, commerce to fi nance and the workplace
- are rapidly changing. We believe that off ering our members the chance
to advance their professional development and remain open to new ideas is
the best way to stay up to date, drive business and ultimately create superior
kitchens, baths and home environments for clients.
We've invited social media infl uencers to discuss and cover the hottest
happenings at KBIS. Th ree winners of a TikTok Talent competition will
each cover one day of KBIS and take followers behind the scenes, share top
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/ NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 2024
 At KBIS, design experts share
insights at various venues for
industry programming.
Photo credit: Emerald/KBIS
fi nds and provide a unique take on the hottest
products and trends emerging from the show.
It's also worth mentioning the best parties
in town: our Design & Industry Awards and
Opening Night Party on Monday, Feb. 24,
and The Bash at the Encore on Wednesday,
Feb. 26. At its heart, KBIS is about fostering
relationships with people, cultivating colleagues
and exchanging ideas and information in a
vibrant environment.
We look forward to seeing you at KBIS so
we can all tap into our collective community's
brilliance, ingenuity and imagination. See you
in Vegas!
BILL DARCY
Global President & CEO
NKBA | KBIS
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