2024 Area 11 Leadership Conference
2024 Area 11 Leadership Conference
Thursday, November 7, 2024 1:00 PM - Friday, November 8, 2024 1:00 PM (CST)
Description
Conference Registration
Early Bird Pricing: $175
After Sept. 30: $195
*Conference Registration includes Thursday evening happy hour, Friday breakfast, Friday lunch, and all conference materials. Please see flyer and schedule for additional details.
Hotel Information
Hotel Kansas City
1228 Baltimore Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64105
Click here to make a reservation within the Area 11 block of rooms.
Parking Information
Valet parking at the hotel is $24 event/$42 overnight. Self-parking is available nearby, but the main garage right next to the hotel is under construction. We recommend parking at the Kansas City Power & Light District garage or the 1020 Wyandotte Garage.
Pre-Conference Spokesperson Training
Join the nationally recognized communications and media expert, Deb Sofield, for the upcoming Area 11 Spokesperson Training. This training is designed to prepare HBA leaders who anticipate representing their association in various settings. Click here for more information and to register to attend.
Schedule of Events
Thursday | Nov 7
1:00pm (Presidents Room)
Keynote Session | From Gambling to Gaming to Power of Words™
Deb Sofield, Keynote Speaker
To win in today’s daily outrage culture and with weaponization of social media, elected officials have to harness the power of language to change hearts, change minds and change behaviors of ourselves and others. We have become a hyper-attentive nation that is quick to judge. The words and visuals you use today are more important than ever in determining whether you win or lose at the ballot box, the checkout line, and the court of public opinion.
More than ever, it is important to speak how listeners and readers will interpret your words rather than speaking in such a way that makes you happy. Join Deb in learning how to navigate the issue of the day and remind your voters of their hopes, dreams and aspirations that are still within their reach.
2:00pm
Track One (Presidents Room) | Track Two (Library Room) |
Leading with Humanity: Staying Relevant in the Age of AI Jay Meachum, Local KC Business Coach Have you ever encountered that one person—a colleague, board member, public official, or community activist—who just seems to push all your buttons? It feels as if they'll never change, compromise, or consider your perspective. The tools you’ve used in the past are no longer working. What got you here won’t get you to your next level of leadership. In an era where Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the landscape, staying relevant as a leader requires a deeper connection with others. As technology rapidly advances, automating tasks and decisions, courageous and connected leadership is more important than ever. | Leadership Lessons from Taylor Swift Donna Franza, NAHB Senior Consultant, Advisory Services You don’t have to be a Swiftie to appreciate the leadership qualities of the 2023 Person of the Year. Throughout her career, Swift has demonstrated a unique set of leadership qualities that have helped her rise to the top of her field, from her ability to connect with her fans, take risks, all while being completely genuine and authentic. Taylor has shown us what it takes to be a successful leader so learn how to apply those lessons to help your HBA grow and thrive. |
3:30pm
Value of the 3-1 Membership (Presidents Room)
Moderator: Carl Harris, NAHB Chairman
Panelists: Jim Tobin NAHB CEO, Shawn Woods Area 11 NAC, Angie Beerup w/ Elevate Design
Keeping members up to date on local, state and NAHB benefits can help ensure all members understand the value of the 3-in-1 membership. Our panelists will share some important and fun facts about our association and our industry that you can share at your next local HBA event.
4:15pm
NAHB Political Roundup (Presidents Room)
Carl Harris, NAHB Chairman
Update on the NAHB Federation and political roundup by Carl Harris, NAHB Chairman. Be sure to bring your questions for the Q & A portion of the program.
5:00pm – 6:00pm (Lobby Bar)
Networking Reception
Friday | Nov 8
8:15am – 9:15am (Presidents Room)
Regional Advocacy Panel Breakfast
Moderator: Lily Weatherby, NAHB Director, State & Local Government Affairs
HBA Executive Officer Panelists: Katy Nelson, Will Ruder, Jeffrey Smith
NAHB has advocacy leaders fighting on Capitol Hill, in state houses and in local communities, all working to support the home building industry where our members do business. Join our panelists from across Area 11 for engaging discussion over breakfast to learn about the best practices for being an advocacy leader for your HBA, while also discussing current advocacy challenges and solutions with your peers.
9:30am
Track One (Presidents Room) | Track Two (Library Room) |
Byte-Size Efficiency: AI Time Saving Solutions for Associations Rachel MacKenzie, NAHB Director, Membership Artificial Intelligence is the new hot topic, but what can it really do for you? Find more time in your day by utilizing free or lost cost tools that utilize Artificial Intelligence. This hands-on workshop will get your staff up to speed on the current AI trends for Associations and learn how they can implement time saving efficiencies into their daily work. | Team Planning Donna Franza, NAHB Senior Consultant, Advisory Services Designed specifically for the Executive Officer and the incoming HBA officer team, this session helps build a solid foundation for an effective, communicative partnership among the Senior Officer and EO. |
10:45am
Track One (Presidents Room) | Track Two (Library Room) |
Culture of Membership Dave Ashley, NAHB Membership Field Specialist Jordynn Webster, HBA of Greater Kansas City Director of Community Relations Fostering a culture of membership within the association requires engaging our members differently. This session will spark conversation on what HBAs are currently doing to foster a positive culture of membership and an idea share on what items an HBA might want to incorporate to improve the HBA’s culture of membership. | Team Planning (Continued) Donna Franza, NAHB Senior Consultant, Advisory Services Designed specifically for the Executive Officer and the incoming HBA officer team, this session helps build a solid foundation for an effective, communicative partnership among the Senior Officer and EO. |
11:45am – 1:00pm (Presidents Room)
Networking Luncheon
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1228 Baltimore Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64105 United States
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