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What Are the Keynote and General Sessions for the 2027 Convention?<\/h3>\n

The NIA Convention features keynote presentations and general education sessions on the latest trends in mechanical insulation, energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and industry standards. Sessions are curated for technical professionals and business leaders. More session information will be posted soon.<\/p>\n

Check out the convention schedule in the meantime.
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Keynote Presentation: The Hero Effect\u00ae
\n<\/sup><\/span><\/span>Tuesday, April 13<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Hero Effect is a philosophy for showing up fully, every day, at work and in life, to make a real difference in the moments that matter most. Participants walk away ready to eliminate ordinary thinking and build a habit of excellence, to take ownership of their attitude, actions, and results, and to build meaningful relationships that create a standout experience for everyone they serve\u2014at work and at home.<\/p>\n

Speaker:<\/strong>
\nKevin Brown, Creator of the Hero Effect<\/p>\n

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What Member Award Presentations and Member Business Sessions Take Place at NIA's Convention?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"NIA\u2019s Premier Industry Manufacturer Award Presentation\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

NIA launched the Premier Industry Manufacturer Program<\/a> to recognize and distinguish exemplary companies as industry advocates and leaders. Join us as we find out which NIA member companies will receive the Premier Industry Manufacturer recognition!<\/p>\n

\"\"2026 Safety Excellence Award\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Join us as we recognize and congratulate the Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum winners of NIA\u2019s Safety Excellence Award! This national award is the industry\u2019s highest safety honor and recognizes top companies that have established structured safety programs to ensure the well-being of their employees and create safe working environments. Click here<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about NIA\u2019s Safety Excellence Award.<\/p>\n

NIA\u2019s Business Session\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

NIA\u2019s active members (Contractors, Distributors, Fabricators, and Laminators) should plan to attend NIA\u2019s Business Session, where they will vote on the new members of the Board of Directors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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