Register for NKBA’s Futurist Summit

The virtual event will explore the future home landscape. By Loren Kessell

The “American Dream” is evolving, and homeownership remains at the forefront of the discussion. The NKBA, in partnership with Zonda, will explore the future of home ownership and how this dynamic will impact the economy, the real estate market and the design community during “The Futurist Summit” on Thursday, August 4, from 1-4 p.m. The event, sponsored by Signature Kitchen Suite, is worth 0.3 CEU credits.

To register for the Futurist Summit, presented by NKBA and Zonda, go here.

Bill Darcy, NKBA’s CEO, will host, and experts in real estate, finance and demographics from Zonda will share their insight. Speakers include Timothy Sullivan, Senior Managing Principal; Ali Wolf, Chief Economist, and Todd Tomalak, Principal, Advisory of Building Products.

Topics to be explored include:

The State of the Housing Market and Wider Economy

Expert analysis by Ali Wolf, Chief Economist for Zonda, about the state of the real estate/housing market and the impact it will have on home ownership as well as future industry trends.

Home Improvement: Building Product Risks and Opportunities

A deep dive into what factors are uniquely impacting each building product category, and what it means presented by Todd Tomalak, Principal, Advisory of Building Products at Zonda.

Market Insight: An In-Depth Discussion with Zonda’s Ali Wolf and Todd Tomalak

Bill Darcy, NKBA’s CEO, speaks with Zonda’s Ali Wolf, Chief Economist, and Todd Tomalak, Principal, Advisory of Building Products, to get deeper insights into their expert presentations.

The Generational Divide

Molly Carmichael, Zonda’s Principal, looks at today’s demographics and consumer shifts, including what consumers want and are willing to pay for in their next home. Get insights on today’s modern kitchen, indoor and outdoor entertainment, and the most important things that consumers of all generations are looking for today.

Into the Future: The Rise of Rental Housing and Other Shifts

Timothy Sullivan, Senior Managing Principal at Zonda, sheds light on the continued growth of the multi-family and built-to-rent product and how the shifting market may evolve, and what this will look like over the next several years