Wall And Ceiling Alliance Events Newswire

FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show 11/2/2026 - 11/5/2026

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:04:49 GMT

Saddle up for FIC '26, the Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show, where the spirit of the Lone Star State meets the front lines of fire and smoke protection.

The Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show isn’t just another stop on the trail. It’s your chance to ride alongside the industry’s top experts as you tackle today’s toughest firestop industry challenges head-on. Sharpen your skills with hands-on workshops, discover the latest firestop innovations on the trade show floor, trade insights with leaders who are setting the pace across the built environment, and gain the knowledge and connections needed to help safeguard people, property, and performance, no matter how tough the terrain. So, 'git along, 'lil doggie, and register now to attend!

To learn more about this event, and/or to register, visit their website: www.fcia.org

2026 Design-Build Conference & Expo 11/4/2026 - 11/6/2026

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:27:52 GMT

Join DBIA for the design-build event of the year!

This year, they're headed to Cleveland, making the nation’s premier design-build event more accessible than ever. Affordable hotels, dining and travel help stretch professional development budgets for individuals, and even entire teams, to experience three exceptional days of learning, networking and collaboration.

Join 2,300+ Owners, practitioners, designers, engineers, contractors and industry leaders for an event dedicated to Design-Build Done Right® that you won’t find anywhere else, including:

Opening Keynote with futurist Mike Walsh exploring how AI is reshaping leadership, decision-making and the future of work.
Exclusive new Progressive Design-Build research from the ACEC Research Institute diving into this growing delivery method.
Industry-leading Owners sharing what it takes to become an “Owner of Choice” and deliver outstanding project outcomes.
Five education tracks covering AI, VDC, collaboration, leadership, workforce development and lessons learned.
An iconic Opening Party at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame featuring networking, music and fun.
Two optional preconference experiences: The returning Virtual Design & Construction Leadership Exchange (VDCLEx) or the Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy Foundations Course.

To learn more about this event, and/or to register, visit Design Build's website: www.dbia.org

Navigating Construction Contracts & Change Orders Webinar, by William Kaufman 11/12/2026 9:00 AM - 11/12/2026 10:00 AM

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:54:44 GMT

Workshop Overview:
The workshop will cover important construction contract terms, language negotiation tips and tactics, and navigating change order/extra work claim disputes from the subcontractors’ perspective.

Key Topics:

Proposals, Scope of Work, Change Order Language, Indemnity Provisions, Termination Clauses, Notice of Claims, Dispute Resolution, Delay Impact Clauses, Insurance, Warranties; Payment Provisions, Retention

Member Value / Takeaways:

Members will be armed with valuable insights to protect their rights and negotiate better contracts, and/or be able to effectively navigate disputes with knowledge of the more important contract terms, pressure points, and their potential ramifications.

Target Audience:

All of the above, plus the point person that reviews, negotiates, and executes contracts and change orders.

Presenter:

William Kaufman, council at Sweeny Mason LLP, will lead this webinar covering important contract terms, contract language negotiating tips and tactics, and navigating change order / extra work claim disputes from the subcontractor's perspective. Get armed with valuable insights to protect your rights and negotiate better contracts. Understand how to better navigate disputes and their potential ramifications.

To register for this online event, click here.

2026 Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association (STAFDA) 11/15/2026 - 11/17/2026

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:40:33 GMT

Tentative Anaheim Agenda

All events will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center with the exception of the Retro Disco Opening Party, which will be at the Hilton Anaheim.

Saturday, November 14, 2026

7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Registration Open

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Exhibitor Move In

Sunday, November 15, 2026

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Registration Open

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Exhibitor Move In

10:00 – 11:00 a.m.: Rep Room open

7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Power Pavilion Available for Distributor Viewing & Voting

1:00 – 2:30 p.m.: Roundtable Discussion/Networking Session: Paul Reilly, Reilly Sales Training

3:00 – 4:30 p.m.: Interactive Educational Workshop: Balancing Customer Service & Your Inventory Investment While Maximizing Profitability, Jon Schreibfeder, Effective Inventory Management

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.: STAFDA’s Retro Disco Party!

Sponsored by Diamond Products Limited, Booth #651-655

Monday, November 16, 2026

7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Registration Open

9:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: General Session

11:00 a.m. – Noon: STAFDA’s 50th Annual Celebration Cocktail Party & Ribbon Cutting

11:00 a.m. – Noon: Exhibitors & Reps Allowed in the Hall for Final Set

Noon – 5:00 p.m.: Trade Show

Noon – 5:00 p.m.: Power Pavilion Available for Viewing

2:00 – 4:45 p.m.: Educational Spark Sessions open

Tuesday, November 17, 2026

8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Registration Open

8:30 – 9:30 a.m.: Exhibitors & Reps Allowed in the Hall for Final Set

9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Trade Show

9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Power Pavilion Available for Viewing

10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Educational Spark Sessions open

2:30 – 4:00 p.m.: Closing Session: Alex Chausovsky Economic Update

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.: Closing Cocktails

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

7:00 a.m. – Noon: Exhibitor Move Out

To learn more and/or to register, visit their website: www.stafda.org