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The initiative offers brand spotlights, roundtable and panel discussions and networking opportunities at the trade show.

By Elisa Fernández-Arias

NKBA | KBIS’s Global Connect Programming, sponsored by BORA, Concelo, Dekker, Hideaway, Richelieu, SICAM, SCHOTT and a collection of Ukrainian Brands, will be more expansive than ever at KBIS 2024, February 27-29 at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC). Global Connect Programming gives North American kitchen and bath industry professionals the opportunity to learn about international brands and make new global connections. At the same time, the international brands gain valuable insights about the North American market.

The Global Connect Pavilion, located in the LVCC South Hall, is an expanded area that will feature international  pavilions, a stage area, branded kiosks and a lounge. Programming will take place in the lounge (SL7015) and include brand spotlights, roundtables and panel discussions, as well as networking opportunities and happy hours. 

Global Connect Programming Schedule:

Tuesday, February 27:

• NKBA Global Connect Brand Spotlights (register here)
• NKBA Leadership Global Connect Delegate Meet & Greet
• Global Connect Roundtable Discussion: Understanding the Role of the Designer (register here)
• BORA Happy Hour: The Thoughtful Kitchen – Healthy Spaces and Happy Places (register here)

Wednesday, February 28:

• UKRAINE Lviv Cluster Breakfast Session: Meet Ukraine! Manufacturers and Artisans Present a Selection of the Best Products and Designs from Ukraine (register here)
• Global Connect Brand Spotlights (register here)
• Global Connect Roundtable Discussion: Go-to-Market Strategies – Understanding Sales and Distribution Models (register here)
• RICHELIEU – “Seeing the Light” – Exploring International Lighting Design Trends (register here)

Thursday, February 29:

• Global Connect Delegation Send-Off

Additionally, show attendees will have the opportunity to visit the Global Connect Kiosks, which feature international exhibitors and brands showcasing their products and services, offering North American companies/designers the chance to view these products and make international connections. The kiosks are in the LVCC South Hall (SL8017); the UK (SL7041) and Brazilian Stone Pavilions (SL6015) are in the LVCC South Hall and the German Pavilion is in the LVCC North Hall (N362).

Global Connect Programming is just one of the many activations available through NKBA | KBIS during the highly anticipated trade show. Don’t wait  —  register here for KBIS 2024.