KBIS 2016 Builds on Momentum; Recently Named Top Fastest Growing Event in North America, KBIS is off to a Fast Start
Alpharetta, Ga. (PRWEB) August 12, 2015 -- The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), is gearing up for another record-breaking event. Slated for January 19-21, 2016, KBIS 2016 will be held in the North and South Halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Over 400 manufacturers and brands have committed to exhibit, covering all of the key industry verticals – cabinetry, appliances, decorative plumbing and hardware, lighting and surfacing materials – 40 of which are new exhibitors at the show.
KBIS co-located with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders Show (IBS) in 2014, creating North America’s largest residential construction and design trade show – called Design and Construction Week®. The co-located events have enjoyed healthy growth, with over 132,000 professionals attending in 2015.
KBIS 2016 is poised to deliver a comprehensive schedule of experiential and engaging programming, along with new and returning exhibiting brands, and a full complement of learning and professional development programs offered by NKBA.
“Our KBIS show is the indisputable epicenter of the kitchen and bath industry,” said Bill Darcy, NKBA CEO. “We are gratified by the enthusiasm and investment of our exhibitors and attendees, and look forward to giving them the best experience yet in 2016.”
Success Breeds Success
In May, Tradeshow Executive Magazine honored the 50 fastest growing events in North America for 2014. KBIS walked away with top honors for the fastest-growing show in attendance in both percentage growth and sheer numbers. The designations recognize KBIS among the trade shows that grew faster than 99% of the trade shows held in the U.S.
“We are pleased to report the show has nearly doubled in size since 2013,” said Brian Pagel, VP Kitchen and Bath Group, Emerald Expositions. “We are anticipating a 15 percent increase of exhibition space representing approximately 310,000 NSF. The growth of the event is a direct result of overwhelming support from the entire kitchen and bath industry. We are honored so many designers, manufacturers, builders and showrooms value KBIS as the industry’s premiere event.”
Expect Even More
With the addition of KBISNeXT™ (South Hall), KBIS will be delivering 500,000 net square feet of exhibit space along with an expanded KBISNeXT stage area. Rife with new programming, including the unique DesignBites for Bath and DesignBites for Kitchen, the stage will play host to the ever-popular Champagne & Cupcakes and three full days of networking, panel discussions, and portfolio reviews.
Recognizing the Best of the Best
A series of “Bests” will continue to be acknowledged, with the return of the Innovation Booth Awards, Innovative Showroom Awards and the Best of KBIS Awards. The Best of KBIS Awards recognize the top kitchen and bath products, introduced in the prior year.
The NKBA will feature the winners of its annual Design Competition – an exclusive platform for members to showcase their expertise in kitchen and bath design. Winners will receive nationwide industry and media recognition and cash prizes/awards worth over $60,000. Late submissions are accepted until August 28, 2015. Visit NKBA.org/Competition to learn more.
Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
Approximately 100 conference sessions, providing opportunities to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs), have been approved through the NKBA’s Voices from the Industry (VFTI) program. Additionally, learning programs will be offered onsite through NKBA University and from NKBA Center Stage, and the association will again be producing its popular 30 Under 30 panel. New research, including the 2016 Kitchen & Bath Design Trends report will be released during the show.
Registration Opens Sep 1, 2015
An estimated 135,000 industry professionals are expected to attend the 2016 Design & Construction Week™. KBIS attendees are encouraged to register early and take advantage of special pricing beginning on September 1st on KBIS.com.
To learn about the latest KBIS 2016 news and announcements, visit http://www.KBIS.com or http://www.kbispressroom.com. Follow us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/KitchenBathIndustryShow and on Twitter at @KBIS2016.
About KBIS
KBIS, in conjunction with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) is an inspiring, interactive platform that showcases the latest industry products, trends and technologies. KBIS is the voice of the kitchen and bath industry and has been for 50 years.
Early in 2013, the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) announced an agreement to co-locate the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) with the International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, Nev. in February 2014 under the banner of Design and Construction Week™. The mega-event will return Jan. 19-21, 2016, in Las Vegas with each show occupying a separate hall. Kitchen and bath brands that have participated in both shows can continue to choose to exhibit in the KBIS or IBS hall. One pass will provide access to both exhibits. NKBA and NAHB will continue to produce separate educational programming and special events.
About Emerald Expositions
Emerald is a leading operator of large business-to-business tradeshows in the United States, producing more than 85 tradeshows and conference events per year connecting over 525,000 buyers and sellers across ten diversified end-markets, including general merchandise; sports; hospitality and retail design; jewelry, luxury, and antiques; e-commerce; photography; decorated apparel; building; healthcare; and military. Emerald is headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, Cal. The company’s shows are typically the most prominent and important for exhibitors and attendees within their various industries. For more information on Emerald, please visit http://www.emeraldexpositions.com.
About the National Kitchen & Bath Association
The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is the not-for-profit trade association that owns the KBIS®. With nearly 14,000 member companies representing tens of thousands of members in segments of the kitchen and bath industry, the NKBA has educated and led the kitchen and bath industry since the association’s founding in 1963. The mission of the NKBA is to enhance member success and excellence, promote professionalism and ethical business practices, and provide leadership and direction for the kitchen and bath industry worldwide. For more information, visit NKBA.org or call 1-800-THE-NKBA (843-6522).
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