AIBD Design & Build North Myrtle Beach
Mar 13, 12:00PM - Mar 14, 5:00 PM EDT
Get ready for two days of inspiring ideas and ground-breaking insights as we bring together the most revolutionary minds in residential building design and architecture.
Sponsors
Speakers
Educational sessions to look forward to...
Conducting Impactful Client Interviews
By Kevin Holdridge, CPBD
Learn techniques to uncover clients' true needs, preferences, and vision through effective interviewing strategies.
Pricing for Profit: Determining Your Design Value
By James Wright, FAIBD, CPBD
Explore pricing models and strategies to ensure your services are competitively and profitably priced.
Streamlining Your Design Workflow
By Kevin Holdridge, CPBD
Optimize your design process with proven workflow management techniques to boost productivity and client satisfaction.
Attracting Your Ideal Clients
By Kevin Holdridge, CPBD
Discover how to position your services to attract and secure the right clients for your design business.
Due Diligence: Knowing What You Can't Do to Know What You Can Do
By Lyle Breeze, FAIBD, CPBD
Learn essential steps to thoroughly assess and prepare for new design projects, minimizing potential issues.
Live Design Challenge: Sketching a Preliminary Concept
By Steve Mickley, FAIBD, CPBD
Watch an award-winning designer demonstrate his rapid conceptualization skills in this interactive sketching session.
30 Design Ideas in 30 Minutes
This is a dynamic and inspiring session in which six residential design experts share five design concepts or architectural elements that have influenced their work.
Other Event Highlights
- Networking Opportunities
- Lunch and Learn Presentations
- Hospitality Suite
- The Best St. Patrick's Day Parade Ever (Not affiliated with the conference)
Ticket Options:
In-Person Professional $349 $299 ($399 at the door)
- Thursday Café Lunch (1 CE)
- Thursday Educational Sessions (3 CEs)
- Thursday D&B Trade Show Dinner, Cocktails, and Prizes
- Hospitality Suite
- Friday D&B Café Breakfast (1 CE)
- Friday D&B Café Lunch (1 CE)
- Friday Educational Sessions (2 CEs)
- Full access to the virtual platform
- Session replays
In-Person Companion $299 $249 ($349 at the door)
- Thursday D&B Café Lunch
- Thursday D&B Trade Show Dinner, Cocktails, and Prizes
- Hospitality Suite
- Friday D&B Café Breakfast
- Friday D&B Café Lunch
Virtual Education $199 $149
- Thursday & Friday Educational Sessions
- Thursday & Friday Lunch & Learns (lunch on your own)
- Thursday & Friday Networking Sessions
- On-Demand - Virtual Exhibit Hall
- Full access to the virtual platform
- Session replays
Exhibitors
Sponsorship Opportunities:
EXHIBITOR $499
- Everything you receive as a Digital Advertiser, plus…
- Logo included with the on-site signage + printed materials.
- Email recognition leading up to the event.
- One tabletop from 5 to 8 pm on Thursday (Skirted Table and Two Chairs).
- Up to three booth personnel for the tradeshow ONLY
- For more information, call 202.750.4900 x3 or email info@AIBD.org.
- Register at AIBD.org/exhibitor-sponsor
Thursday or Friday Breakfast/Lunch & Learn Sponsorships $1599
- Everything you receive as an EXHIBITOR, plus...
- One On-Site Professional registration.
- 1-hour presentation. Content may be proprietary; AIA approval is accepted but not required.
- Content may be presented in person or virtually.
- For more information, call 202.750.4900 x3 or email info@AIBD.org.
- Register at AIBD.org/exhibitor-sponsor
Thursday Trade Show Dinner Sponsorships $799 (3 Available)
- Everything you receive as an EXHIBITOR, plus...
- Exclusive door prize opportunities as the event sponsor.
- The opportunity to address the audience in person or virtually.
- For more information, call 202.750.4900 x3 or email info@AIBD.org.
- Register at AIBD.org/exhibitor-sponsor
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Schedule highlights
Sessions
Mar 13 04:00PM–04:30PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/dcWvx2vbXITIdSA20zvRvzNqdUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-13T16:00Z2025-03-13T16:30ZD&B café (networking lunch) - 12:00- 12:30 pm ET - Lunch Served On-Site arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030D&B café (networking lunch) - 12:00- 12:30 pm ET - Lunch Served On-Site
In-Person - Meet in the 2nd Floor Ballroom. Those on-site will enjoy a light buffet lunch.
Sessions
Mar 13 04:30PM–05:30PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/PFrcPYTSgeZGBnhyzQyOcB37hUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-13T16:30Z2025-03-13T17:30ZLunch & Learn Presentation - 12:30 to 1:30 pm (1.0 CE)arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Lunch & Learn Presentation - 12:30 to 1:30 pm (1.0 CE)
The Bouncing Ball Exercise
Sponsored by: The Great Game of Business
Presented by Steve Mickley
Sessions
Mar 13 05:45PM–06:00PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/yCiqEzdjib8uIT37pNg1DxKhBUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-13T17:45Z2025-03-13T18:00ZBuzz Session - 1:45 - 2:00 pm ET arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Buzz Session - 1:45 - 2:00 pm ET
Welcome by our Master of Ceremonies.
Sessions
Mar 13 06:00PM–07:00PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/zAnfZpS199p7MqfXu8Dkd3zbfUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-13T18:00Z2025-03-13T19:00ZAttracting Your Ideal Clients- 2:00-3:00 pm (1.0 CE)arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Attracting Your Ideal Clients- 2:00-3:00 pm (1.0 CE)
By Kevin Holdridge, CPBD
Discover how to position your services to attract and secure the right clients for your design business.
Sessions
Mar 13 07:15PM–07:45PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/4OcgGEesz1n2ohGIiCq0eN3KUUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-13T19:15Z2025-03-13T19:45ZConducting Impactful Client Interviews- 3:15-3:45 pm ET (0.5 CE)arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Conducting Impactful Client Interviews- 3:15-3:45 pm ET (0.5 CE)
By Kevin Holdridge, CPBD
Learn techniques to uncover clients' true needs, preferences, and vision through effective interviewing strategies.
Sessions
Mar 13 08:00PM–08:30PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/YwLmYxcRmRrNGYipB7bgf3kojUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-13T20:00Z2025-03-13T20:30ZPricing for Profit: Determining Your Design Value- 4:00-4:30 PM (0.5 CE)arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Pricing for Profit: Determining Your Design Value- 4:00-4:30 PM (0.5 CE)
By James Wright, FAIBD, CPBD
Explore pricing models and strategies to ensure your services are competitively and profitably priced.
Sessions
Mar 13 08:45PM–09:15PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/z7gJvdeQuxpnRgsYuI2P0ynxJUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-13T20:45Z2025-03-13T21:15Z30 Design Ideas in 30 Minutes - 4:45-5:15 pm ET (0.5 CE)arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj5103030 Design Ideas in 30 Minutes - 4:45-5:15 pm ET (0.5 CE)
Join us for an exhilarating session of '30 Design Ideas in 30 Minutes' - a fan-favorite at the conference. In this rapid-fire, high-energy session, six of AIBD's top professional building designers will unveil 5 remarkable design ideas each - some original, some borrowed, and some they wish existed in the world of design. Prepare to be inspired, educated, and entertained as these industry leaders share their wealth of knowledge and creativity. This interactive session promises to be full of laughter, learning, and plenty of innovative design concepts you won't want to miss!"
Sessions
Mar 13 09:00PM–12:00AM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/i3BSTIZIugSbVONIRJ9dSb46TUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-13T21:00Z2025-03-15T00:00ZD&B Expo Dinner (networking event) Open Bar, Door Prizes, Games (5:00 to 8:00 pm)arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030D&B Expo Dinner (networking event) Open Bar, Door Prizes, Games (5:00 to 8:00 pm)
Networking, product demonstrations, finger foods, cold beverages, and prizes.
Sessions
Mar 14 12:00AM–03:00AM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/UCYg2QdGgjOPKCuiJ1Z0i1uzYUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T00:00Z2025-03-14T03:00ZD&B Hospitality Suite - 8:00-11:00 pm ETarcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030D&B Hospitality Suite - 8:00-11:00 pm ET
More networking, complimentary snacks, and beverages.
Sessions
Mar 14 12:00PM–12:30PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/QZpsHABaNKGky5jCHzWJedEO9UTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T12:00Z2025-03-14T12:30ZD&B café (networking & breakfast) - 8:00 to 8:30 am ETarcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030D&B café (networking & breakfast) - 8:00 to 8:30 am ET
In-Person - Meet in Salon A&B and enjoy a light buffet breakfast.
Sessions
Mar 14 12:30PM–01:30PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/rjlOhI57LhdQQpLfBqCi8s6O7UTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T12:30Z2025-03-14T13:30ZBreakfast & Learn Presentation - 8:30 to 9:30 am ET (1.0 CE) arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Breakfast & Learn Presentation - 8:30 to 9:30 am ET (1.0 CE)
An AMA (As Me Anything) Roundtable Discussion With President Ted Hake, FAIBD.
Sessions
Mar 14 02:00PM–03:00PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/DERTQfeOEaKPt7DLgg1aawJmiUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T14:00Z2025-03-14T15:00ZCoffee With Bernie - 10:00 to 11:00 am ET (1.0 CE) arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Coffee With Bernie - 10:00 to 11:00 am ET (1.0 CE)
Please go to AIBD.org/Coffee-With-Bernie to view this session
Registration to the conference is not required to participate in this monthly event hosted by AIBD Past President and Fellow Bernie Kern.
Sessions
Mar 14 03:30PM–04:00PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/rmOAGBmc3VWVfsB7ReSOgimwTUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T15:30Z2025-03-14T16:00ZStreamlining Your Design Workflow - 11:30 - 12:00 am ET (1.0 CE)arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Streamlining Your Design Workflow - 11:30 - 12:00 am ET (1.0 CE)
By Kevin Holdridge, CPBD
Optimize your design process with proven workflow management techniques to boost productivity and client satisfaction.
Sessions
Mar 14 04:00PM–04:30PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/PFY14GkM6XsgAdqjyVG7gyK0xUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T16:00Z2025-03-14T16:30ZD&B café (networking lunch) - 12:00 to 12:30 pm ET arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030D&B café (networking lunch) - 12:00 to 12:30 pm ET
In-Person - Meet in Salon A&B and enjoy a light buffet lunch.
Sessions
Mar 14 04:30PM–05:30PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/MvieJ83K2lrZgGK7x2dqYjAvQUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T16:30Z2025-03-14T17:30ZLunch & Learn Presentation - 12:30 to 1:30 pm (1.0 CE) arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Lunch & Learn Presentation - 12:30 to 1:30 pm (1.0 CE)
The Challenges of Inclusive Design.
By Brandon Clokey
Sessions
Mar 14 06:00PM–06:30PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/Jz25vq4gdNvnmsVx8wGmm3UeUUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T18:00Z2025-03-14T18:30ZDue Diligence: Knowing What You Can't Do to Know What You Can Do - 2:00 - 2:30 pm ET (1.0 CE) arcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Due Diligence: Knowing What You Can't Do to Know What You Can Do - 2:00 - 2:30 pm ET (1.0 CE)
By Lyle Breeze, FAIBD, CPBD
Learn essential steps to thoroughly assess and prepare for new design projects, minimizing potential issues.
Sessions
Mar 14 07:00PM–08:00PM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/HsORPJxLBrdixA7nY52QVzE5aUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T19:00Z2025-03-14T20:00ZLive Design Challenge: Sketching a Preliminary Concept - 3:00 - 4:00 pm ETarcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030Live Design Challenge: Sketching a Preliminary Concept - 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET
By Steve Mickley, FAIBD, CPBD
Watch an award-winning designer demonstrate his rapid conceptualization skills in this interactive sketching session.
Sessions
Mar 14 08:30PM–03:00AM UTC
https://events.ringcentral.com/cal/vm3vgsRuWg5IjQhk4XmFs8ltbUTCHosted virtually on RingCentral Events (link in the description)2025-03-14T20:30Z2025-03-15T03:00ZD&B Hospitality Suite -4:30-11:00 pm ETarcVMTbPfzDtviwEomMj51030D&B Hospitality Suite -4:30-11:00 pm ET
Thank you, sponsors and exhibitors, Conference Committee members, hotel staff, and the A-Team.
Ocean Drive Beach and Golf Resort
98 N Ocean Blvd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Book online or call for reservations.
AIBD has not reserved a room block.
Current room rates, types, and availability:
- Ocean View Room- Two Doubles (Rates as low as $134.00)
- Oceanfront Efficiency Room- Two Doubles (Rates as low as $144.00)
- Oceanfront Room- Two Doubles (Rates as low as $144.00)
- Oceanfront Room-King (Rates as low as $144.00)
- Oceanfront Efficiency Suite- Two Doubles (Rates as low as $154.00)
- Oceanfront Efficiency Suite-King (Rates as low as $154.00)
- Oceanfront Suite- Two Doubles (Rates as low as $154.00)
- Oceanfront Suite-King (Call for availability)
Room rates may change at any time.
Located along the bustling stretch of Ocean Drive in North Myrtle Beach, Ocean Drive Beach & Golf Resort offers the perfect continuing education destination.
