NKBA Global Connect VIP Delegation Tours

NKBA Global Connect VIP Delegation Tours

When:

February 7, 2022

Where:

KBIS 2022

The NKBA is hosting two on-site Global Delegation Tours. Both are designed for manufacturers and distributors of products for the kitchen and bath market, offering international guests an opportunity to see first-hand what’s happening in the North American K+B market as well as experience the largest North American Design & Construction event serving the residential marketplace.

NKBA Global Connect VIP Delegation Tours

Each tour group is limited to a total of 15 participants (minimum 5).  All participants will be registered for the tour and KBIS through the NKBA Global Connect Concierge, GlobalConnect@NKBA.org.

Planned Agenda*

Feb 6:

Recommended arrival day for international attendees

Feb 7: 

5:30pm: Global Connect Delegation Orientation Meeting – All delegates required

6:30pm: NKBA Opening Night Gala & Awards with special welcome to delegates by Bill Darcy

Feb 8:          

8:00am: The New American Home and New American Remodel Tours

  • Private bus tour to two state-of-the-art home projects to reflect latest design trends and technologies

11:30am: Delegation tour kick-off and welcome at the global Connect Pavilion

12:00pm: NKBA Global Connect Pavilion Luncheon

  • Round Table in NKBA Global Connect Pavilion:
      • What US Design Pros Need From Brands?

1:00pm: Guided Tours:

    • West Hall
    • South Hall

3:00pm: NKBA Research: Design Trends 2022 Presentation by NKBA Global Connect Advisor Kerrie Kelly

5:45pm: Global Connect Cocktail Reception with NKBA CEO Bill Darcy and NKBA CSO Suzie Williford

Feb 9: 

8:15am: State of the Association/State of the Industry Address Reserved seating and special welcome for delegation attendees

11:30pm: NKBA Global Connect Pavilion Luncheon

  • Round Table Discussion and Networking Luncheon: A discussion exploring US go-to-market strategies followed by networking luncheon with North American distributors and manufacturer’s representatives.

3:00pm: NKBA Research: US Market Outlook Presentation by NKBA Head of Research Tricia Zach

8:30pm: NKBA Bash

Feb 10: 

9:00am: Farewell breakfast and tour recap/feedback with KBIS team available for Question & Answer

Participation:

Global Connect Subscribers:                                            FREE

Global Connect Alliance Partners:                                 FREE

Non-Subscribers:                                                                  $750

(tour spots are limited; 2 persons/organization only)

To learn more about becoming an NKBA Global Connect Subscriber and/or to express interest in joining one of the three Delegation Tours, please email GlobalConnect@NKBA.org.