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Attracting and keeping the right people to your company is a science and an art. Learn from Alaina Robertson with Taylor Morrison Homes and Melissa Galland with Ginn Group. They have engineered new strategies to bring on top talent through strategic brand messaging, tools to curate a culture of high-performing teams, and outside-the-box thinking that […]

What you put in your house matters. After observing the excessive waste and chemicals used in textiles, furnishings and other materials, Lynn and Michele realized they could contribute to the design-build community by being responsible advocates for sustainably made décor and building materials. With a focus on supporting a circular economy, local artisans and like-minded […]

How do you prepare for the future when there’s a constant stream of new challenges? This panel discussion will give insight into what’s on the horizon and help you prepare a game plan for today and the future. The panel will cover topics like key trends developing in the next 2-3 years that you can […]

This course can help you in the transition of your current wall bracing and portal frame designs to comply with the 2018 International Residential Code using both IRC and APA portal frame designs. On October 1, 2021, the Oregon Building Codes Division is rescinding both the 97-01 Portal Frame Bracing and the 13-01 Wall Bracing […]

As energy codes become stricter, builders and designers are seeking options for energy-efficient construction that maintain strength, durability, sustainability and cost-effectiveness. One effective solution is advanced framing, a system of construction framing techniques that optimize material use and increase energy efficiency. Join APA’s Larry Oenning as he discusses common advanced framing techniques, the benefits of the system […]

Gather in the Gymnasium for lunch + networking presented by Builders FirstSource.

Between the passing of Oregon House Bill 2165 for alternative fuel transportation and establishing the new Oregon Electrical Vehicles Roadmap, support for electric vehicles in Oregon is on the rise. Energy Trust of Oregon is making it easier for builders to plan for electric vehicles in new homes. This session will share best practices to […]