April 21-23, 2026 – Orange County Convention Center - Orlando, FL


 

Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Registration Open

Tuesday, April 21, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Pre-Expo Symposium

Symposium attendees will attend all three symposium sessions. Attendees will be divided into three groups that rotate to each session, ensuring a small group environment that encourages participation. Data Collection: Building Defensible Inspection Reports Instructor: Jon Namba Accurate, well-documented data is the foundation of every credible inspection report. This session is designed to... ...read more...
Speaker(s)
Education Speaker
Barbara Dunn
Barnes Thornburg LLP
Education Speaker
Billy Simmons
Inspector
ITAC International LLC
Education Speaker
Cathy Duncan
EZ Report Writing
Education Speaker
Jon Namba
Owner
BNP Media Group
Tracks:

Tuesday, April 21, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Exhibit Set-Up

Tuesday, April 21, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

NWFA Sales Certification Course

This course provides instruction about different types of wood and their technical attributes as flooring products, how to sell wood against “wood-look” floor coverings, and the benefits of real wood flooring. Also includes minimizing claims and call-backs, guiding the customer to the right species and floor type for their lifestyle,... ...read more...
Speaker(s)
Education Speaker
Ashley Do Carmo
Owner/CFO/NWFA Certified Sales Advisor
Brown Oaks Flooring
Education Speaker
Scott Taylor
Tracks:

Tuesday, April 21, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Success & Succession

Preparing your company for succession is essential, whether you plan to transition in the near future or years down the road. This session will guide wood flooring business owners, contractors, distributors, and suppliers through the key steps of succession planning....
Speaker(s)
Education Speaker
Doug Howard
President
Growth Team Strategies
Tracks:

Tuesday, April 21, 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM

New Member Reception

Welcome to the NWFA! Join us at the New Member Reception to connect with fellow members, share insights, and learn how the Association can support your business — all in a relaxed, welcoming setting....
Tracks:

Tuesday, April 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM

Ignite Your Passion Opening Session

This high-energy kickoff includes an industry update from the NWFA and awards presentations, highlighted by the announcement of the prestigious NWFA Wood Floor of the Year awards....

Tuesday, April 21, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Spark Reception

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Wednesday, April 22, 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Morning Coffee

Wednesday, April 22, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Registration Open

Wednesday, April 22, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Wednesday, April 22, 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Wednesday, April 22, 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Trade Show Opens | Exhibitor Demonstrations

Tracks:

Wednesday, April 22, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Trade Show Happy Hour

Tracks:

Wednesday, April 22, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM

Thursday, April 23, 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Morning Coffee

Thursday, April 23, 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Registration Open

Thursday, April 23, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Thursday, April 23, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Designing the Future of Wood Flooring: Spec, Strategy & Emerging Leaders

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.: Inside the Spec Panel: A Conversation Between A&D and the Wood Flooring Industry This panel brings together leaders from the architecture and design community and the wood flooring industry for an open, collaborative conversation on how wood flooring is specified today. Topics will include sustainability, long-term... ...read more...
Tracks:

Thursday, April 23, 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Thursday, April 23, 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Trade Show Opens | Exhibitor Demonstrations

Tracks:

Thursday, April 23, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Grand Finale

The Grand Finale caps off another successful NWFA Expo in Orlando. Join us for a memorable send-off with lively entertainment, appetizers, and a selection of beverages that capture the best the City Beautiful has to offer....
Tracks:

Thursday, April 23, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Exhibit Tear Down

Friday, April 24, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Exhibit Tear Down