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Keynote Presentation: 5 Strategies to Building Valuable Relationships | Wednesday, October 27, 2021<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Keynote Speaker:<\/strong> Jimmy Yeary, Grammy Nominated Songwriter<\/p>\n

Grammy Nominated Songwriter Jimmy Yeary has influenced millions of people with his music. A few of his co-writing hits include \u201cI Drive Your Truck\u201d from Lee Brice and \u201cWhy Wait\u201d from Rascal Flatts. Through the power of creating authentic connections, Jimmy will help attendees see the importance of emotional awareness and shared experiences in building effective teams and strengthening relationships in and out of the workplace. Plus, don\u2019t miss out on NIA\u2019s first-ever custom song, which Jimmy will write with the help of NIA attendees and debut during his keynote presentation.<\/p>\n

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Keynote Presentation: An Engineer\u2019s Secret to Being Happier, More Productive, and Less Stressed <\/strong>| Thursday, October 28, 2021<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Keynote Speaker:<\/strong> Andrew Tarvin, Humor Engineer<\/p>\n

Humor works at work! Using data-backed research and experiential examples, Keynoter Andrew Tarvin will demonstrate how humor can help to increase team productivity, reduce stress, and create a positive work culture. Learn how to create a humor mindset that is practical, actionable, and gets results in the workplace, all while you have more fun!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Educational Sessions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"\"\"\"General Session | Tuesday, October 26, 2021
\n<\/strong>A Carbon Message Everyone Should Copy<\/b><\/h3>\n

What a wonderful time to be a part of the mechanical insulation industry! NIA is about members helping members, which is the message that NIA has been conveying all year long and is now being put into practice in this session\u2014this topic is about<\/i> us for<\/i> us!\u00a0During this luncheon, you will hear what NIA President Dave Cox has been telling the U.S. regional associations and TIAC in Canada about how mechanical insulation is in a great spot to help countries, states, cities, and companies reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.\u00a0You will hear a real story from Joe Mlachak on how an energy appraisal and subsequent C02<\/sub> reductions helped make the sale. Now more than ever, our products and services can help meet the parameters of energy efficiency and carbon reduction goals. We are uniquely positioned to be recognized as part of the solution. Please join in to get the knowledge, see the value from a real-life example, and hear how you too can market these benefits to your customers. As an industry, this is our time to shine and spread the message\u2014reduce before you produce!<\/p>\n

Speakers:<\/b>
\nDavid J. Cox, NIA President
\nJoe Mlachak, National Sales Manager, Fit Tight Covers<\/p>\n

General Session | Thursday, October 28, 2021
\n<\/strong>Mechanical Insulation\u2019s Role in the Decarbonization Discussion <\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"As decarbonization gains momentum in policy discussions at the federal, state, and local levels, new opportunities will emerge for companies in the construction industry. Neal Elliott from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy will provide an overview of pending legislation, policies, programs, and funding opportunities focused on decarbonization, and explore how NIA members can take advantage of these opportunities aimed at reducing CO2<\/sub> emissions.<\/p>\n

Speaker:<\/strong>
\nR. Neal Elliott, Ph.D., P.E., Director Emeritus, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Technical Presentations | Wednesday, October 27, 2021<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Discovering The Advanced Work Packaging System for Construction Projects<\/h3>\n

\"\"Learn what Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) is from its creator. In this presentation, you\u2019ll learn how and why it came to be, what its components are, and how the evidence shows it can improve labor productivity. Find out how it can benefit your company and be used in your daily business.<\/span><\/p>\n

Speaker:<\/strong>
\nOlfa Hamdi, Founder and CEO, Concord Project Technologies\/Concord Academy<\/p>\n

Pursuing a More Resilient Future through Building Codes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"The ICC is helping communities across the country and the globe use the power of building codes to drive construction practices toward a more resilient future. In his presentation, Ryan will focus on the ICC's efforts to position the adoption and enforcement of building codes as a critical measure for achieving higher performing, more resilient buildings and communities.<\/p>\n

Speaker:
\n<\/strong>Ryan Colker, Vice President of Innovation, International Code Council (ICC)<\/p>\n

Recognizing Safety Excellence and Industry Leadership | Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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This year\u2019s NIA Safety Excellence Award winners and NIA\u2019s Premier Industry Manufacturers will be recognized and honored for their achievements at this F2F event. The winners of both awards were announced at NIA\u2019s Virtual Spring Summit and we look forward to congratulating them in person!<\/p>\n

NIA\u2019s Business Session | <\/strong>Wednesday, October 27, 2021<\/strong><\/h3>\n

NIA\u2019s active members (Contractors, Distributors, Fabricators, and Laminators) should plan to attend NIA\u2019s Business Session, where they will get an update on NIA's budget for 2022 and Long Range Plan initiatives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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