We are pleased to present our annual CEUs by the Sea, where you can spend a day and earn multiple education credits. This year's event is held in Holly Ridge, a short drive from Topsail Island.

We have a great group of presenters who will share their knowledge on a variety of topics!

Breakfast and lunch will be provided and parking is available on site.

Please respond by Monday, October 13, in order to guarantee food.

We cannot give refunds due to venue/catering deposits.

We hope you can make it!

**Approved for .7 CEUs

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Continental Breakfast

Provided by ProKitchen Professional Design Software

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Opening Remarks and Introductions

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Setting the Tone

Randy Whitehead – Dornbracht

An introduction to plating and finishes featuring faucets and wash basins - Discover how to set the tone with the right finish. This CEU begins with an overview of common faucet plating methods.

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM: Using Porcelain Slabs in Kitchen & Bath Design

Nathan Parsons – The Porcelain Slab Company

A Certified Tile Installer, a pioneer and valued educator in the slab industry, Nathan loves sharing his experience with others, so they can understand the advantages of porcelain for all their projects.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Crafting Compelling Stories: Igniting Emotions and Driving Impact

Ashley Blaesing – Home Designer Marketing

Zoom in from CA - In this session, Ashley Blaesing, will dive deep into the art of storytelling and its powerful impact on building brand trust, resonating with your target audience, and driving impactful results.

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM: Paint 101 – Fundamentals of Architectural Paints & Coating Technology

Samantha Weirsum – Sherwin Williams

Lunch Provided by New River Cabinets

This course will provide you with the fundamentals of different paint systems and the latest technologies so that coating specifications will provide the best outcome for your customer and you!

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: The Impact of Led Technology

Randy High – Hafele America Company

This CEU will explore how LED technology impacts user well-being, comfort, and safety in both residential and commercial environments.

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM: Self-Care For the Small Business Owner

Hannah Landry – You Fit Matter

Hannah will take us through a mid-afternoon simple, gentle stretch then discuss the importance of self-care and well-being for the small business owner.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Q&A with the NKBA

Kelly Buchsbaum, Director Chapters and Learning, NKBA Executive Staff

Do you have questions about NKBA? Where are we going as an organization? What does it mean to be an NKBA member? This is the opportunity to ask and find out!

Staying Overnight?

For your convenience, two properties are offering attendees special rates:

Saltwater Resort & Suites in Surf City and the Hampton Inn Sneads Ferry North Topsail Beach.

This is not an endorsement from the NKBA. Feel free to stay anywhere you choose.

If you want to stay on the island and, perhaps, enjoy a long beach weekend, the Saltwater Resort & Suites is offering us 10% off. Use PROMO CODE: NKBAEVENT

If you want to be on the mainland closer to the CEU event at New River Cabinets and Design, make your reservation at Hampton Inn Sneads Ferry North Topsail Beach and mention code 90B.

If you wish to book a room at the Hampton Inn online, use this Booking Link.

The cut-off date to get the special rate at the Hampton Inn is September 26.

Sponsors

We'd like to thank our sponsors for helping us make this event memorable: