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Seasoned KBIS attendees know smart, advanced
planning is key to a successful KBIS experience.
These tips can help you make the most of it.
1. MAKE A PLAN
Align with your 2015 business goals to determine which seminars, courses
and booths to check out. As much as we want to, it's impossible to do it all.
2. TAKE A CLASS
Build in time for professional development with NKBA University's KBIS-exclusive
courses, offered Monday the 19th and Wednesday the 21st, such as "DiSCover
Your Selling Style," and "Born to Buy - Growing Your Kitchen & Bath Business
with Multigenerational Clients." Register at kbis.com.
3. SCHEDULE YOUR POWER BREAKS
Give your feet a break at a Voices from the Industry seminar. Over 90
one-hour sessions are offered; register to attend on kbis.com
4. NETWORK AHEAD OF TIME
Networking is a huge part of the KBIS experience. Research businesses in
other parts of the country that are complementary to yours and reach out
via email or LinkedIn to see if they're attending. A morning coffee or cocktail
can help forge rapport that will last long after the show ends.
5. MAKE THE NKBA BOOTH YOUR HOME BASE
NKBA's Center Stage will host more than 11 events, including the NKBA U
Professional of the Year Finals and 30 Under 30. With the NKBA booth as
your home base, you'll see what you might have otherwise missed.
5 Ways to Make the
Most of KBIS 2015
How do you plan for KBIS? Share your tips on NKBA's
Facebook and Twitter pages using #kbis2015 and #nkbau.
KBIS.com
