• HBA Events and Education Calendar
• Contractors Construction Board (CCB)
• NAHB University of Housing Designation Programs
• Northwest College of Construction

Events and Education Overview

Network, celebrate, learn, and grow!

Our membership events are designed to give members great opportunities to increase their contacts in the homebuilding industry. From casual gatherings like our After Hours, to formal events like the Holiday Builders Ball, to sporting events such as the HBA Golf Tournament, events open doors to new business relationships, celebrate industry successes, and recognize our members. Other events, such as our annual Housing Forecast, provide members with strategic information to plan their upcoming year. Mark your calendar now to participate in our 2009 events! For more information, contact Nancy Haskin at 503-603-4508.

Growth is essential in a changing industry, and our education department helps keep members on track with information, training and certification opportunities for our membership. Our goal is to be the preferred industry resource - continually identifying new and relevant trends, presenting exciting speakers and offering timely certification programs. In 2010, we’re focusing on developing and expanding our educational opportunities. Our classes cover topics from marketing and business development to construction and technology! For more information, contact Patti White at 503-684-1880.

UPCOMING HBA EVENTS

Lead Based Paint Renovation & Repair Certification

March 10 (FULL), March 19 (FULL), and March 26 (FULL), April 2, 20, 27 & 30 (ALL FULL)
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
$169 HBA Members / $199 Non-member

This one-day class will give you the EPA mandated training and certification you need to be compliant with the new federal law. There is a maximum of 20 students per class, so register early! Contact Patti W.

SMC After Hours Event

March 16 *4:30-6:30 p.m.
At Villebois (28900 Villebois Dr. N.., Wilsonville, OR)
FREE (Sponsored by the Portland Radio Association)

Join us for an evening of drinks, appetizers, fun and networking at the national award winning Villebois!  Rudy Kadlub will talk about what awards can do for your company and how to best utilize those awards.  Please RSVP online. Contact Patti W.

PRO Luncheon

March  17 * 12-1:30 p.m.
At The Stone Center (1504 SE Woodward St., Portland, OR)
$10 at the door

Join your fellow members for a time of networking, lunch, and an educational presentation. RSVP online. Contact Sarah O.

BGC Breakfast

March 25 *8-10 a.m.
At NW Natural (220 NW 2nd Ave., Portland, OR)
$5 BCG Members / $10 HBA Members

Enjoy a delicious breakfast and informative presentation with members of the BGC. Thanks to NW Natural for sponsoring! Contact Shaina

HBA Offices Closed-Holiday

March 26

The HBA will be closed the Friday of Spring Break and will reopen Monday, March 29 at 8 a.m.

IMPORTANT UPCOMING GREEN SHOW

EcoVative Conference and Expo

April 22-23
Hilton Portland (921 SW Sixth Ave, Portland, OR)
$200 BGC/$250 HBA, Energy Trust, Earth Advantage/$325 Non-Members

The HBA is building on the success of its 2009 EcoVative Expo by increasing the size and scope of the event. The 2010 EcoVative Conference and Expo offers two full days of classes along with a 42 vendor tradeshow.The classes for this exclusive industry-only event, which coincides with Earth Day,will meet all the CCB's Continuing Education elective requirements. More info!

Click here to register! (Note: You'll find the event under the April section of the calendar)