April 15-19, 2016 Hyatt Regency New Orleans Mercedes-Benz Superdome New Orleans, Louisiana ASSOCIATION OF THE WALL AND CEILING INDUSTRY

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1 ASSOCIATION OF THE WALL AND CEILING INDUSTRY Photo courtesy New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau. April 15-19, 2016 Hyatt Regency New Orleans Mercedes-Benz Superdome New Orleans, Louisiana Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and join us on LinkedIn

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS AWCI President s Welcome AWCI Opening Session and Awards Brunch Speaker....4 AWCI Professional Development Sessions AWCI Optional Seminars SFIA Annual Meeting and General Session Registration Information and Registration Form Hospitality Activity Foundation Raffles and Silent Auction Convention Events AWCI President s Reception AWCI Opening Session and Awards Presentation Brunch AWCI s Celebration Night Dinner and Foundation Silent Auction AWCI/DWFC/FWCI/SFIA Schedule at a Glance Intex Expo Exhibitors AWCI s Convention Sponsors Intex Expo Sponsors Welcome to New Orleans: General Information Things to Do in New Orleans Hotel Accommodations Travel Information Hours of Registration (Registration will be located at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.) Saturday, April 16 Sunday, April 17 Monday, April 18 Tuesday, April 19 2 p.m. 6 p.m. 8 a.m. 5 p.m. 7:30 a.m. 5 p.m. 8 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 2 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

3 WELCOME Dear Colleagues, Please join me for AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo to get some Big Ideas in the Big Easy New Orleans. I promise it will be an enriching experience just like gumbo. Here are my top four reasons for attending: 1. Take home contacts with new friends and see old friends. The networking is unparalleled for meeting the top movers and shakers in the wall and ceilings industry. 2. Take home solutions. Exhibitors will provide the latest product and service offerings at the Intex Expo (see page 27). 3. Take home tips for claims, technology offerings, shaping a bid, safety programs and much more during professional development sessions on Monday and Tuesday mornings (see pages 5-9). 4. Take home inspiration and fun at the Opening Session and Awards Presentation Brunch and at the Celebration Night Dinner (see pages 22 & 23). I know you ll walk away with at least one great idea that will more than pay for your investment of time and money to attend. AWCI s 2016 annual convention will be the best convention yet. A special prize drawing will be held on the last day of the trade show. Will you be the lucky winner? I urge you to read through the information, reserve your hotel room and register early for what promises to be an outstanding event. John and Shawna hope to see you in New Orleans. Get down to business, then just get down. John Hinson AWCI President April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 3

4 MONDAY APRIL 18 AWCI Opening Session and Awards Brunch Speaker Lt. General Russel L. Honoré (Ret.) Commander of Joint Task Force Katrina and Global Preparedness Authority If anyone knows how to successfully lead and execute a mission, it s Lt. General Russel Honoré, USA (Ret.), who saved a city by taking swift charge of military relief efforts in Hurricane Katrina battered New Orleans in Drawing from 37 years of military experience, Gen. Honoré brings his bold, no-nonsense leadership approach to businesses and organizations to help them better identify and prepare for the challenges of the future. With an emphasis on the importance of innovations, risk assessment and social entrepreneurship, he provides valuable insight and strategies for the public and private sector to solve a broad array of issues from jobs and energy to healthcare and technology. He also reveals leadership tactics that optimize efficiency and outlines the importance of developing the next generation of problemsolvers. Gen. Honoré offers insight from decades of experience directing military operations in Survival: How a Culture of Preparedness Can Save You and Your Family from Disasters. In his recent book, Leadership in the New Normal, he extends rare perspective on our current state of the new normal where all stakeholders have a role in creating a culture of preparedness, to safeguard our economy and natural resources. A senior scientist with The Gallup Organization, he is also an adjunct professor at Emory University, an independent director of Crawford & Company, serves as chairman of the board for La Bicentennial Commission and as a member on the Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation board. Meet Gen. Honoré following the Awards Brunch! He will be in USG booth #701 until 1 p.m. The first 50 people to visit USG s booth will receive a free autographed copy of his book Leadership in the New Normal. Sponsored by USG 4 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

5 MONDAY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT April 18, 7:45 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Claims: Challenge AWCI s General Counsel, Don Gregory, Esq. Have you lost money due to impacts beyond your control? How much is this claim going to cost me versus what I will receive? This and other questions about claims will be answered by AWCI s general counsel, do bring your claims questions with you. Don Gregory is chairman of the construction law area of the law firm of Kegler, Brown, Hill & Ritter in Columbus, Ohio, where he represents the construction industry. He currently serves as general counsel to AWCI as well as the American Subcontractors Association and the National Ground Water Association. Don Gregory Shaping Your Best Bid: Benchmarks, Formats and Strategies for Accurate and Competitive Proposals This panel will provide tips, guidelines and strategies for minimizing the risk in preparing cold-formed steel project bids using new industry recommendations for submittals and benchmarks. The program also identifies the costs associated with wood framing that often are not included in the bid. Larry W. Williams, APR, is executive director of the Steel Framing Industry Association. He has more than 35 years experience in marketing and strategic communications, including 25 years in leadership positions for the steel-in construction industry. Larry Williams Brent Allen Brent Allen is vice president at Compass Construction, Inc. and a past president of AWCI. He has more than 30 years of experience in construction, the majority in commercial and the interior and exterior finish trades. April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 5

6 MONDAY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT April 18, 7:45 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Patrick W. Ford, P.E., is a principal of Matsen Ford Design Associates, Inc., a registered Professional Engineer in Wisconsin and in numerous other states, and a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Institute of Steel Construction. He has also served as a subcommittee member of the American Iron and Steel Institute as well as AWCI, and is a past president of the Light Gauge Steel Engineers Institute (now the Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute). Megan Washnieski, P.E. is the operations manager for South Valley Prefab, Inc., a Denver-based company. South Valley Prefab specializes in the design, engineering, fabrication and installation of prefabricated building envelope assemblies. Washnieski actively participates in the industry and is on the Steel Framing Industry Association Technical Committee. Pat Ford Megan Washneiski Technology for the Wall and Ceiling Industry to Increase Efficiency, Productivity and Profitability As the construction industry evolves, it is important that subcontractors evolve and take advantage of every opportunity to increase their efficiency, productivity and profitability. This panel will help bridge the knowledge gap between the experienced generation of our industry and the millennial BIM/VDC professionals. Topics covered include the following: Using robotic total stations for interior layout Using tablets in the field Building information modeling (clash detection, prefabrication, quantity takeoff). Vlad Grishaev graduated from the USMP Peru-Lima University in 2009 and has been with Daley s Drywall & Taping for over six years. He took interest in virtual design after working in several different positions in the company and now leads the virtual design department. In his time off he likes to play the guitar, paint and fly drones and RC planes. He also enjoys spending time with his wife, Brittni, and his son, Maxim. Vladimir Grishaev 6 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

7 MONDAY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT April 18, 7:45 a.m. 9:15 a.m. David Keane works at Baker Triangle Prefab as a VD&C specialist/project engineer. He has a construction engineering technology degree from the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas. Keane started out as a VD&C intern with Baker Triangle in 2012 and returned to accept a full-time position in the BIM department in August Baker Triangle started its prefab division shortly after, and Keane has worked as a project engineer since the division began. Justin Robbins graduated from Texas A&M in 2014 with a degree in construction science. Since starting with F.L. Crane & Sons, he has established their building information modeling and operations technology protocol and best practices. His day-today responsibilities include managing F.L. Crane s three robotic total stations and handling BIM and prefabrication efforts for the Texas office. Robbins and his wife, Lauren, are expecting their first child in June His hobbies include woodworking and CNC machining on his personal CNC mill. David Keane Justin Robbins April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 7

8 TUESDAY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT April 19, 8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Safety Programs: In-house versus Outsourced The pros and cons of in-house safety programs versus outsourced safety programs will be discussed. Jeff Johnson is the Southeast regional safety manager at Gypsum Management and Supply, Inc.. He has over 28 years of experience in the building supply industry specifically establishing high safety and compliance standards through safety analysis, accelerated learning programs and audits. Johnson has been able to use his extensive field experience and management skills to passionately develop and implement safety programs to ensure employees understand rules and regulations. He is certified as a Construction Safety and Health Technician. Mike Taylor is executive vice president of Liddle Brothers Contracting, Inc., in Nashville, Tenn., and vice president of AWCI. Liddle Brothers is a specialty contractor with focuses in lath, plastering, stucco and EIFS. Taylor s company outsources its safety program. Jeff Johnson Mike Taylor 8 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

9 TUESDAY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT April 19, 8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Acoustics Is a Pain Point for Architects, Contractors and Building Owners The purpose of this session is to explore the four acoustical concepts that affect contractors most: STC the concept of sound loss through a wall or floor/ceiling assembly. IIC The Impact Insulation Class is a method of rating the impact sound transmission performance of floor/ceiling structures. Warren Barber NRC Noise reduction coefficient which manages sound and sound absorption within the room. CAC Ceiling Attenuation Class measures sound isolation for ceiling tiles through ceiling plenum. The session will be led by a panel of experts moderated by Warren Barber of National Gypsum. Warren Barber, CSI CDT, is the manager of technical marketing for National Gypsum Company, based in Charlotte, N.C. In that role he manages National Gypsum s technical messaging and technical marketing strategies. He has been involved with the development, sales and marketing of construction materials for nearly 20 years, primarily to the AEC community. During that time he has conducted architectural and contractor training throughout North America, the Caribbean, Mexico, UAE and Qatar. April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 9

10 TUESDAY OPTIONAL EDUCATION April 19, 7:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Capitalize on your education! AWCI is offering attendees an opportunity to increase their knowledge by attending a Doing It Right seminar on April 19. These seminars (BIM, ceilings, exterior envelope, gypsum and stucco) were developed for owners and upper and middle management project managers, foremen and estimators. Each seminar provides seven hours of education and will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19. There will be a break from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. so participants can walk the trade show floor and have lunch. Your registration for a Doing It Right seminar includes a complimentary trade show pass to Intex Expo on April 18 and 19, Register by March 15, 2016, to receive the early bird discount of $265 for AWCI members and $325 for non-members. Registration fees after March 15 are $300 for AWCI members and $360 for non-members. BIM Doing It Right This course examines the current state in the construction industry as it relates to the usage of building information modeling. It is a must-attend seminar for the construction professional considering using BIM. The seminar will provide answers to questions such as, How much is this going to cost me, and who should be the person who manages the BIM process? What are the day-to-day activities of a project manager having to go through the BIM process? What are the real-world applications for BIM? What are the expectations of manufacturers? What do you do with BIM data? BIM provides assistance through every phase of the project including after the project is complete. A panel of industry experts will provide answers to your questions while covering 10 topics during the seminar. Attendees will gain information on how to adopt BIM into their company using both hardware and software tools, see the advantages from internal controls, using it as a marketing tool, and the risk and liability issues that exist when working in a BIM environment. Ceilings Doing It Right This seminar covers the proper installation of acoustical ceilings and is based on the seismic provisions of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Some topics covered in the ceiling course are types of surfaces, moldings and accessories, engineering and design considerations, material handling, safety, and estimating and project management. This course will be presented by a subject matter expert who will discuss design considerations, ceiling codes and standards, pre-bid 10 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

11 TUESDAY OPTIONAL EDUCATION April 19, 7:30 a.m. 5 p.m. and mobilization, types of suspended ceiling systems, specialty tools, estimating considerations and concerns as well as project management and quality control. Exterior Envelope Doing It Right Even though energy codes have been in place for several years now, they continue to be a source of confusion to architects and contractors as they design, bid and install exterior walls. The International Energy Conservation Code has made these exterior wall systems more complex to design and construct. The new code s continuous insulation requirement combined with ever-changing ASTM and ASHRAE construction standards are presenting major design and construct challenges. This program will clarify the subtle but significant differences between the IECC and ASHRAE 90.1 and how that relates to LEED initiatives. Moisture migration and heat transfer are the fundamental elements that drive the codes and standards, and they, too, can be confusing. This course starts with codes and standards, discusses the underlying building sciences, and ends with information for the job site with a goal to make a project successful. Robert Grupe is the interim director of technical services for AWCI. He spent more than 38 years with United States Gypsum Company where he held various technical and management positions. Activities included product and system design and technical consultation to the AEC community. He currently is a consultant to the construction community where he has worked on several large scale international construction projects. He has authored numerous articles and given presentations on fire, sound and environmental issues as they relate to wall and ceiling assemblies. Gypsum Doing It Right This seminar is based on industry standards and best practices for the installation of gypsum board systems. Developed under the guidance of an expert oversight group made up of contractors and manufacturers, a few of the topics covered include codes and standards, design issues, types of gypsum systems, red flags and solutions, finish systems and project management/quality control. continued on next page April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 11

12 TUESDAY OPTIONAL EDUCATION April 19, 7:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Michael Logue worked for 13 years as director of technical services for the Western Wall and Ceiling Contractors Association before applying his full efforts to growing his consulting firm, Michael M. Logue and Associates. MMLA is a wall and ceilings consulting firm that serves architects, contractors, builders, homeowner and developers. Structa Wire Corp. in Vancouver, B.C., utilizes Logue s expertise as a commercial construction technical consultant where he provides technical and field assistance to contractors and architects. Stucco Doing It Right This seminar is based on ASTM C926 and C1063 and covers the application of portland cement-based plaster applied to metal and solid bases. Developed under the guidance of an expert oversight group made up of contractors and manufacturers, some of the topics covered include codes and standards, substrates, design considerations, materials, weather concerns and limitations of material/stress control/cracking. In 2002, after 40 years successful experience as a plaster and drywall subcontractor, Mike Boyd formed Boyd Consulting Group. His company serves architects, building owners, developers, property managers, general contractors, exterior wall subcontractors, attorneys, insurance companies, real estate agents and homeowners. He is a Certified EIFS Inspector as certified by AWCI, the Exterior Design Institute and the Moisture Warranty Corporation. Tuesday, April 19 7:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Course break from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for lunch and walking trade show floor. BIM Doing It Right Ceilings Doing It Right Exterior Envelope Doing It Right Gypsum Doing It Right Stucco Doing It Right 12 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

13 SFIA STEEL FRAMING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION MEETINGS April 17, 1 p.m. 2:30 p.m. SFIA Annual Meeting and General Session Each year the Steel Framing Industry Association brings together members and interested parties to report on how their association is serving them through initiatives to grow demand, defend the industry s interests and create a more competitive environment for cold-formed steel framing and related products. The Annual Meeting is also an opportunity for members to offer feedback and direction on how their association can serve them best. This year s program is organized in two parts, with the first session focused on association business, including new information and announcements of events, programs and services that will have an impact on the industry. 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. SFIA Annual Meeting Welcome William Courtney, SFIA President Election of Officers and Board of Directors Term SFIA Annual Report Larry Williams, Executive Director 2015 Market Data Report: Is Wood Really that Good? Market Share and Competitive Analysis 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. SFIA General Session The General Session features market experts who share their insights and expectations for the steel and construction industries in the coming year, with information to help members with business planning, supply chain and inventory management, and in focusing their sales and marketing efforts. 2:30 p.m. Meeting Adjourned William Courtney April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 13

14 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Registration Options You can register online at or return pages 15, 16 and 17 with a check or credit card information to AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo, Waples Mill Road, Suite 112, Fairfax, VA 22030; phone: (703) If you pay by credit card, you may fax your registration to (703) DO NOT mail a duplicate copy if you fax. We will , fax or mail you a confirmation of your registration. If you are bringing additional registrants, ordering additional tickets for meal functions or events or registering others in your company, please photocopy and complete a separate registration form for each individual. Do not register more than one person (except spouse/guest) per form. Under 35 Discount AWCI is encouraging younger members of the industry to attend the convention with a targeted discount. We are offering a 25 percent discount off the full convention registration for anyone younger than 35 to attend. To receive this discount complete the information on the registration form (pages 15 17) or register online at and indicate if you are younger than age 35 to receive the discount. Proof of age will be required at onsite registration when you pick up your badge. Cancellation Policy If you must cancel, your registration fees will be refunded in full less a $100 processing fee if we receive your cancellation in writing by March 15, Trade show passes will be refunded prior to March 15, 2016, in full. No refunds will be issued after March 15, 2016, or for no-shows. Tickets for convention events, Foundation events and tours and activities are not refundable. Suitcasing Policy Please note that while all meeting attendees are invited to the exhibition, any attendee who is observed to be soliciting business in the aisles or other public spaces, in another company s booth, or in violation of any portion of AWCI s Intex Expo rules will be asked to leave immediately. Additional penalties may be applied. Please report any violations you may observe to show management. Questions? Call AWCI Registration at (703) or awciregistration@jspargo.com. 14 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

15 AWCI REGISTRATION FORM Please answer the following questions: What is your business? (Please check all that apply.) Contractor Manufacturer Supplier/Distributor Architect/Specifier General Contractor Independent Manufacturer s Rep Service Associate Other (Please specify) If other chosen, text required. What is your primary business? (Please check all that apply.) Access Floors Ceilings/Acoustics Drywall EIFS Fireproofing GRG Insulation Lath/Metal Framing Plaster Spray Textures/Paint Stucco Windows/Doors/Trim Other (Please specify) If other chosen, text required. What is your firm s annual dollar volume? Only Aggregated Date is Reported (Please check one.) Under $1 million $1 million $5 million $5 million $10 million $10 million $20 million $20 million $50 million $50 million $100 million Over $100 million How did you hear about the Intex Expo? (Please check all that apply.) AWCI s Construction Dimensions AWCI Website CISCA Website Direct Mail Intex Expo Website Referral Other (Please specify) If other chosen, text required. How many Intex Expos have you attended in the past ten years? First Time What is your title/function? (Please check one.) Owner/Partner President Vice President General Manager Superintendent/Foreman Project Manager Estimator Field Personnel Sales Marketing Other (Please specify) April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 15

16 AWCI Registration Form Attendee Information Please photocopy this form for each additional registrant, or register online at Name formal first last badge first name Company Address City/State/Province ZIP Phone Fax Address Cell (for emergencies only) Spouse/Guest (list only if paying to register) (An additional company employee is not considered a spouse/guest.) Spouse/Guest Badge Name Spouse/Guest Address Fees & Payment (payable in U.S. Dollars) Your Best Value! Full and Spouse/Guest Registrations (includes entrance into all convention events, education sessions and Intex Expo.) Early Bird On or Before 3/15/16 Regular After 3/15/16 Amount AWCI Member Full Convention 1st person (FULL)... $ $ Full Convention 2nd or more same firm (FULL).... $ $ Any promo codes? Under Age 35 (FULL)... $520 (25% discount)... $670 (25% discount).... Proof of age will be required at onsite registration when you pick up your badge. Spouse/Guest (SG01)... $ $

17 Non-Member - Full Convention (FULL) $ $995 Convention Events (INCLUDED in Full and Spouse/Guest registration) AWCI President s Welcome Reception (PR) 4/17... How many?... $125 per person... AWCI Opening Session and Awards Brunch (OB) 4/18... How many?... $125 per person... AWCI Celebration Night (DC) 4/18... How many?... $175 per person.... Education Sessions 4/18 and 4/19... How many?... $250 per person... Intex Expo Trade Show Pass Only (INCLUDED in Full and Spouse/Guest registration) Monday, 4/18 (TSMON) $50 Tuesday, 4/19 (TSTUE) $50 Both Days, 4/18 & 4/19 (TS) $ Early Bird On or Before 3/15/16 Regular After 3/15/16 Post Convention Optional Seminars 4/19 ( which seminar attending) BIM Doing It Right Ceilings Doing It Right Exterior Envelope Doing It Right Gypsum Doing It Right Stucco Doing It Right AWCI Member (SEM1)... $ $ Non-Member (SEM1)... $ $ Tours and Activities French Quarter Food Tour and Scavenger Hunt (TOUR1) How many?.. $99 per person SFIA General Session (SFIA) 4/17... How many?... $0... Foundation Tickets $5,000 Raffle Tickets (A1)... How many?... $100 each.... Total $5,000 Raffle Tickets Multiples (A5) How many sets of five?... 5 Tickets for $ Total Jewelry Raffle Tickets (J1)... How many?.... $20 each... Total Jewelry Raffle Tickets Multiples (J5) How many sets of six?... 6 for $ Total Any special assistance needed or dietary restrictions? (Please describe) Method of Payment Check Visa MasterCard American Express Card No. Exp. Date Security Code Name on Card Signature I have read and understand the Intex Expo Suitcasing Policy (see page 14). 17

18 HOSPITALITY ACTIVITY French Quarter Food Tour and Scavenger Hunt Sunday, April a.m. 2:30 p.m. Cost: $99 person 30 person minimum 60 person maximum The iconic French Quarter is New Orleans most historic and culturally rich neighborhood, having been the home at one point for the French, Spanish, Italian and Caribbean. Each culture left an indelible mark on the area and helped develop intricacies of Creole cuisine. In recent decades, Cajun restaurants began to highlight Louisiana s country cuisine as well. A new generation of creative chefs opened up shop, paying homage to both great cuisines while putting a new spin on the classics. On the walk to the restaurants from the hotel, you will participate in a Scavenger Hunt. The tour guide will provide a historic, cultural and architectural tour of the area as well as about the restaurants and dishes. On the way to the restaurants, you will participate in a series of trivia, getting-toknow-you games, puzzles and matching games to spur some competition and conversation. Your guide(s) keep score throughout the event as teams work together to receive the coveted prize, which will be awarded at the last restaurant. Photos courtesy New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau. You will visit a number of establishments, enjoying a unique dining experience that combines samples with small plates. Some restaurants will provide a family style approach to enable guests to try as many specialties in the city as possible. 18 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

19 HOSPITALITY ACTIVITY Your tour price includes the following: A 3.5 hour tour run by licensed guides departing from the Hyatt Regency New Orleans lobby at 11 a.m. A progressive meal of small plate dishes and tastes from various establishments (see below).* A fully guided historical walking tour of the French Quarter s historic sites. Customized Scavenger Hunt competition during your walk from the hotel. Non-alcoholic beverages are included in the tour price. (Alcoholic beverages will be charged individually.) Restaurants on the tour: Domenica by John Besh* Muffuletta Pizza Based on the city s signature Creole Italian sandwich with provolone, cured meats, pickled vegetables, olives, garlic aioli Broussard s* Rotating two-course seasonal creole menu (chicken/meat based) Broussard Salad Honey roasted walnuts, hearts of palm, shiitake mushrooms, balsamic vinaigrette Filé Gumbo Broussard Chicken, andouille, Creole mirepoix Remoulade* Oysters Bienville Shrimp, mushrooms, green onions, herbs and seasonings in a white wine sauce Shrimp Arnaud Gulf shrimp marinated in our famous tangy Creole remoulade sauce Bread Pudding Brennan family recipe with eggs, cream, butter and Irish whiskey sauce *Restaurants and stops may vary based on availability Photo courtesy New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau. Note: This tour requires about 3 miles of walking. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, and dress in case there is inclement weather. April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 19

20 FOUNDATION OF THE WALL AND CEILING INDUSTRY Foundation $5,000 Raffle Sponsored by The Foundation is raffling off a cash prize of $5,000 to the winning ticket holder! Buy a chance to win money for yourself as well as the Foundation. Raffle tickets are available for $100 each or five for $400 and can be purchased in advance with your convention registration or on site at the convention. The winner will be selected during AWCI s Celebration Night Dinner on Monday, April 18. You do not need to be present to win. AWCI CARES Jewelry Raffle Sponsored by AWCI CARES is raffling off a David Yurman pendant necklace with diamonds. This sterling silver necklace is from Yurman s Starburst collection. Spend a little in order to receive great rewards as proceeds from this raffle benefit the AWCI CARES program. AWCI CARES is a program managed by the Foundation to provide financial support to members of our association in times of financial crisis. Tickets are $20 each or six for $100. You do not have to be present to win. Non-winning raffle tickets are tax-deductible. The winning ticket is valid only for the jewelry being raffled and is not redeemable for cash. All raffle tickets ordered in advance can be picked up at registration. Tickets will be available for purchase on-site at the registration desk and during AWCI s Celebration Night dinner. Contact Annemarie Selvitelli at (703) or selvitelli@awci.org for more information. 20 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

21 Silent Auction FOUNDATION OF THE WALL AND CEILING INDUSTRY Participate in the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry s annual silent auction with proceeds going to the Foundation s education and research programs. Auction items in the past have included dazzling jewelry and ladies accessories, sporting equipment, vacation packages, high-end tools and equipment, and electronics. The silent auction will coincide with the cocktail hour during AWCI s Celebration Night Dinner on Monday, April 18. Bid items will be on display and will be sold prior to the start of dinner. To donate an item to the silent auction, contact Annemarie Selvitelli at (703) or selvitelli@awci.org. April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 21

22 CONVENTION EVENTS AWCI President s Reception Sunday, April 17 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Hosted by AWCI President John Hinson and first lady Shawna, this is your opportunity to network with colleagues and catch up with old friends a great way to kick off the annual convention and Intex Expo. Hors d oeuvres and cocktails will be served. Sports jacket is appropriate. Sponsored by ClarkDietrich Building Systems AWCI Opening Session and Awards Presentation Brunch Monday, April 18 9:30 a.m. 12:15 p.m. AWCI Awards Brunch speaker Lt. General Russel Honoré will help you better identify and prepare for the challenges of the future as he discusses how he managed the Hurricane Katrina crisis and how it relates to you, your family and your company. And, come and see who the big winners are this year! The program includes the opening address presented by AWCI President John Hinson, and presentations of AWCI s awards. Business casual attire is appropriate. Meet Gen. Honoré following the Awards Brunch! He will be in USG booth #701 until 1 p.m. The first 50 people to visit USG s booth will receive a free autographed copy of his book Leadership in the New Normal. Sponsored by USG 22 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

23 CONVENTION EVENTS AWCI s Celebration Night Dinner and Foundation Silent Auction All Jazzed Up Mardi Gras Party Monday, April 18 6:30 p.m. 11 p.m. Laissez les bons temps rouler. (Let the good times roll.) Join your AWCI friends and enjoy decadent food, music and fun at AWCI s All Jazzed Up Mardi Gras Party. Business casual attire is appropriate. Mardi Gras accessories will be provided. Sponsored by National Gypsum Contact Annemarie Selvitelli at (703) or selvitelli@awci.org to make a donation to the silent auction. Photo courtesy New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau. April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 23

24 SCHEDULE AWCI Friday, April 15 9 a.m. 2 p.m. Executive Committee+ 2:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Committee of Past Presidents+ 3:30 p.m. 7 p.m. Business Forum 1+ Saturday, April 16 7:30 a.m. 9 a.m. Association Executives Committee+ 9 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Construction Technology Council and Committee Meetings 9 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Council Overview 9:15 a.m. 10 a.m. Gypsum Board Committee 10 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Interior and Exterior Steel Framing Committee 10:45 a.m. 11:30 a.m. EIFS & Related Products Committee 11:30 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Exterior Envelope Committee 12:15 p.m. 1:45 p.m. Lunch on your own 1:45 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Construction Management Technology Committee 2:30 p.m. 3:15 p.m. Plaster and Lath Committee 3:15 p.m. 4 p.m. Fire, Acoustical & Specialty Products Committee 4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Council Wrap-up 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. EIFS Curriculum and Examination Committee 9 a.m. 10 a.m. Industry Awards Committee + 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Social Media Advisory Committee Noon 2 p.m. (As of Subject to change) Open House Reception in the President and First Lady s Suite for AWCI Full Registration Spouses/Guests+ 3 p.m. 3:30 p.m. AWCI Cares Executive Committee+ 3 p.m. 6 p.m. Union Contractors Council 3:30 p.m. 4 p.m. AWCI Cares Corps 4 p.m. 5 p.m. Foundation Board of Directors + 5 p.m. 6 p.m. Continuing Study Committee 7 p.m. 9 p.m. AWCI Dinner for Past Presidents+ +Invitation Only 24 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

25 SCHEDULE Sunday, April 17 8 a.m. 10 a.m. Union Craft Committee 8 a.m. 9 a.m. AWCI-FCA Finishers Craft Committee 9 a.m. 10 a.m. Plasterers Craft Committee 8:30 a.m. 10 a.m. Supplier & Manufacturer Members Committee 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. Education Committee 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Convention Committee 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. Hospitality Committee 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. Pinnacle Award Committee+ 11 a.m. 2:30 p.m. Spouse/Guest Optional French Quarter Food Tour and Scavenger Hunt (see pages 18-19) 1 p.m. 2:30 p.m. SFIA General Session (see page 13) 2:30 p.m. 5 p.m. AWCI Board of Directors 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. AWCI President s Welcome Reception Sponsored by ClarkDietrich Building Systems Monday, April 18 7:45 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Education Sessions (See pages 5-7) Coffee Break sponsored by Flex-Ability Concepts Claims Challenge AWCI s General Counsel Donald Gregory, Esq. Shaping Your Best Bid Benchmarks, Formats and Strategies for Accurate and Competitive Proposals Technology for the Wall and Ceiling Industry to Increase Efficiency, Productivity and Profitability 9:30 a.m. 12:15 p.m. AWCI Opening Session and Awards Presentation Brunch (see page 22) Sponsored by USG 12:30 p.m. 5 p.m. Grand Opening of Intex Expo Exhibit Hall 6:30 p.m. 11 p.m. AWCI s Celebration Night Dinner and Foundation Silent Auction (see page 23) Sponsored by National Gypsum +Invitation Only April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 25

26 SCHEDULE Tuesday, April 19 7:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. BIM Doing It Right Seminar Part 1 of 2 (see page 10) 7:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Ceilings Doing It Right Seminar Part 1 of 2 (see page 10) 7:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Exterior Envelope Doing It Right Seminar Part 1 of 2 (see page 11) 7:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Gypsum Doing It Right Seminar Part 1 of 2 (see page 11) 7:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Stucco Doing It Right Seminar Part 1 of 2 (see page 12) 8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Education Sessions (See pages 8-9) 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Intex Expo Open Safety Programs In-house Versus Outsourced Acoustics Is a Pain Point for Architects, Contractors and Building Owners 12:30 p.m. Intex Expo Passport Prize Drawing 1 p.m. 5 p.m. Business Forums 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7+ 1 p.m. 5 p.m. BIM Doing It Right Seminar Part 2 of 2 1 p.m. 5 p.m. Ceilings Doing It Right Seminar Part 2 of 2 1 p.m. 5 p.m. Exterior Envelope Doing It Right Seminar Part 2 of 2 1 p.m. 5 p.m. Gypsum Doing It Right Seminar Part 2 of 2 1 p.m. 5 p.m. Stucco Doing It Right Seminar Part 2 of 2 Wednesday, April 20 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Drywall Finishing Council (check with dwfc.org for meeting location and details) +Invitation Only 26 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

27 EXHIBITORS Exhibitors offer new technologies, products and tools to enhance your productivity and strategies to give you the competitive edge in your market. Exhibitors (as of December 11, 2015) 3M Aegis Metal Framing Alpine TrusSteel American Gypsum Ames Taping Tools AMICO Armstrong Building Products Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry Award Metals AWCI Media BASF Wall Systems BIK Hydraulics, Ltd. Castle Access Panels & Forms Inc Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Association CEMCO CertainTeed Corporation ClarkDietrich Building Systems Clinch-On Cornerbead Company Collis CraneWorks Columbia Taping Tools Coner Abrasive Mfg Co., Ltd Continental Building Products Crane Composites Custom Stud Inc. Demand Products, Inc. Dow Building Solutions Dryvit Systems, Inc. Dura-Stilt Sales Limited Partnership Eagle Industries The Estimating Edge esub Inc. EuroStone Everkem Diversified Products ExakTime E-Z Taping System Fascan International, Inc. Firestone Building Products Flex-Ability Concepts FORTA-KOTE Franklin International G&S Acoustics Georgia-Pacific Gypsum Glasteel Globalnex, Inc. Goldblatt Tools Gordon, Inc. Grabber Construction Products Graco, Inc. Greenmaker Industries Gypsum Management and Supply Halstead Ceilings & Walls HIAB USA Inc. Hilti, Inc. Hunter Panels IDI Distributors, Inc. Insulation Solutions, Inc. International Fasteners, Inc. ITW Ramset IUPAT FTI JAACO Corporation Jia Xin Jin Wei Fiberglass Products Co. Jiangsu Jiuding New Material Co., Ltd. Johns Manville Keymark Enterprises, LLC Kinetics Noise Control L.D. Peters & Sons, Inc. JN Linrose Mfg., LLC Manitex, Inc. Marino\WARE Master Wall, Inc. MBA Metal Framing Metaltech-Omega Murco Wall Products Nathan Kimmel Co., LLC National Gypsum Nu-Wave Manufacturing, LLC Omega Products International On Center Software, Inc. PABCO Gypsum PAC International Palfinger North America Panel Rey Panolam Industries Parex USA Phillips Manufacturing Company Plastic Components, Inc. Plexxis Software PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. Project DocControl Radius Track Corporation RectorSeal Rockfon RockSteady Roxul Inc. Ruco Equipment Company, Inc. Simpson Strong-Tie Sound Seal SPEC MIX, Inc. Specified Techologies Inc. Spectra Precision - Trimble Star Sales & Distributing Corp. Steel Framing Industry Association Sto Corp. Stone Mountain Access Systems, Inc. Strait-Flex International Inc. StrucSoft Solutions Ltd. TapeTech Tool Co. Telling Industries, LLC Trim-Tex, Inc. USG Utility One Source V & H, Inc. WallAndCeilingGuard Insurance Program April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 27

28 AWCI CONVENTION SPONSORS Special thanks are extended to the following AWCI convention sponsors: (as of December 11, 2015) Platinum Level Silver Level Bronze Level 28 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

29 I n t e x EXPO 2016 SPONSORS Intex Expo extends a special thank-you to the following sponsors: (as of December 11, 2015) Gold Level Silver Level Bronze Level April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 29

30 WELCOME TO NEW ORLEANS! General Information AWCI Convention Mobile App Sponsored by Hilti Go Green! Handouts from AWCI s Convention will be posted to AWCI s Convention website a week prior to the convention and placed on the convention mobile app. Attendees are encouraged to download and print the presentations ahead of time since handouts will not be distributed on site. Dress Business casual attire is appropriate for all functions. Mardi Gras accessories will be provided for those attending the Celebration Night Dinner. Welcome to New Orleans! New Orleans is one of the world s most fascinating cities it s home to a truly unique melting pot of culture, food and music. For complete information on everything to see and do in New Orleans and for restaurant and shopping discounts visit Hotel Accommodations AWCI s official headquarters hotel is the Hyatt Regency New Orleans Hotel, 601 Loyola Ave.; a six-minute walk from the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. AWCI attendees are extended special rates of $249 (single or double) per night. A limited number of upgraded rooms and suites is also available. Please inquire about upgraded rooms with the reservations department at the Hyatt. March 23 is the cut-off date for room reservations at the group rate or until the hotel is sold out. Reserve your room early online at or call and tell the reservation agent you are with AWCI or Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry to receive group rates. 30 AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo

31 WELCOME TO NEW ORLEANS! Please ensure cancellations are made at least 72 hours prior to your scheduled arrival date in order to not be charged one night s room and tax. If you depart earlier than your booked departure date, the hotel will charge a one night room and tax penalty. All guaranteed reservations that fail to arrive on the scheduled arrival date will be considered no-shows and a charge of one night s room and tax will be posted to the credit card on file. Hyatt Regency New Orleans Room rate includes complimentary wireless in-room internet and complimentary access to the fitness center. The Hyatt Regency New Orleans is a non-smoking hotel. Beware any outside calls, s or faxes you may receive for discounted rates for New Orleans hotels. AWCI does not use a housing company for room reservations. These calls are often scams that could result in your credit card information being compromised and no hotel room reserved. Getting There Getting to New Orleans is easy. Fly directly into the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). Ground Transportation Estimated taxi fare is $35 to $40 from the airport to the Hyatt. April 15-19, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana 31

32 AWCI Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry 513 W. Broad Street, Suite 210, Falls Church, VA Your registration information for AWCI s Convention & Intex Expo 2016 is enclosed. REGISTER NOW!