Participating brands will get a guided experience at the expo as they explore options for entering or expanding in the North American market and potentially exhibiting at a future show.
By Dianne M. Pogoda
NKBA Global Connect, the association’s international membership program, is offering KBIS first-timers or relative newcomers a specialized tour and guidance through its Delegation Program before they decide to commit to a future show.
KBIS 2026, to be held Feb. 17 to 19 in Orlando, is North America’s largest and most comprehensive trade show devoted to kitchen and bath design and remodeling. Co-located with the National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders Show (IBS), the two expos make up Design & Construction Week (DCW), which extends over more than a million square feet and showcases some 2,500 exhibitors. It can be overwhelming without guidance, which is why NKBA hosts a Delegation Program at KBIS.
NKBA’s Global Connect Delegation Program is designed to give new and relatively new attendees an opportunity to walk the show and experience all KBIS has to offer. This exclusive VIP opportunity helps international kitchen and bath manufacturers, distributors, associations, and organizations learn about the size and scope of the show, the caliber of exhibitors, the highly engaged audience that KBIS and DCW attract, and the exhibition format, including live demonstrations, presentations on the show floor, and more.
The Delegation Program includes:
- Automatic Registration to KBIS: The NKBA team registers delegates for their Expo Pass to walk the KBIS show floor all three days.
- Exclusive VIP Cocktail Reception: Kick off the experience with a sophisticated networking event prior to the NKBA Design & Industry Awards and Opening Party.
- Ticket to the NKBA Design & Industry Awards and Opening Party: Celebrate innovation and excellence in kitchen and bath design with industry leaders and peers.
- Global Connect Welcome Reception: Connect with international industry professionals and key stakeholders in a dynamic, welcoming environment that includes the coveted “Top Picks at KBIS: The Ultimate NKBA Insider Itinerary.”
- Access to Global Connect Events: Attend exclusive spotlight presentations and tailored experiences at the NKBA Booth designed for international partners.
- Ticket to the NKBA Bash: It’s the best party in town! Experience the energy of KBIS at its most iconic social event — an unforgettable evening of entertainment, networking, and celebration.
- One-on-One Access to the Global Connect Team: Schedule dedicated booth hours to receive expert guidance and strategic insights on entering and thriving in the North American market.
- The Sendoff Session: Cap off your KBIS experience and schedule your final farewell with the Global Connect team to chart what’s next for your brand.
Learn more about the Delegation Program here or contact Kevin Shea, Sales Specialist for Global Accounts, at kshea@nkba.org.
