{"id":629,"date":"2019-08-19T07:45:16","date_gmt":"2019-08-19T11:45:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2026\/?page_id=629"},"modified":"2025-06-10T11:52:37","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T15:52:37","slug":"first-time-attendees","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2026\/first-time-attendees\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips and Resources for First-Time Convention Attendees"},"content":{"rendered":"
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For new members, first-time attendees, or anyone wanting to get the most out of NIA\u2019s 70th<\/sup> Annual Convention, March 24-26, 2026, at the El Conquistador in Puerto Rico, we have some helpful advice and insider tips for you. As a first timer or new member, know that you are not alone! On average, 15% of Convention attendees are first timers or new members.<\/strong> If you don't find an answer to your questions here, email Ashley Bartley at events@insulation.org.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Education & Networking Benefits for First-Time Attendees<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Robert Owens of Owens Insulation, Peabody, Massachusetts<\/p>\n

\"I got to see what see what is coming down the pipeline for our contracting business, as well as meeting and talking to people in the industry from all over. I\u2019m going to learn a little bit more each time I attend. Our company has grown so quickly, so learning about all the educational opportunities NIA offers will be great for my team. I just want to be a good contractor, and I\u2019ve gotten great insights about where our industry is headed and what I need to do to prepare.\"<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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