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NEW FOR 2008-

AIA/CES Learning Units (See individual show pages for details)

Course Description:

Timber Framing- The course is designed to answer architect's questions about timber framing. It will introduce ways to successfully incorporate timber framing into designs and plans.

Structural Insulated Panels- The course is designed to give an introduction to SIP panels. Industry standards for connections, applications, thermal performance and loading will be illustrated, as well as an overview of the different forms of SIP's.

Each course worth 1 AIA/CES Learning Unit

NEW FOR 2008-"Dealer Opportunity Seminar"

Presenter- Eric Johnson, Over 20 years of log/timber industry experience

The log and timber frame home industry is growing as more and more people make them both their primary and vacation homes. Distribution is handled in two basic formats: Independent Dealer Reps and/or Direct Sales Reps from company sponsored regional models and/or direct from manufacturing facility.  The log/timber frame manufacturers that utilize a dealer program are looking for entrepreneurial minded people to join their dealer group. Others (and this is always needed) are looking for qualified builders to erect shell and/or turn key homes in different regions. 

Our " Dealer Opportunity Seminar" introduces you to this growing industry. At the show you will be able to meet directly with the companies that are looking to expand market share through dealer placement. The seminar takes place at 1pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Click here to register (please note on registration form you want to attend " Dealer Opportunity Seminar")

"Log & Timber Frame Homes: An Avenue for Success"

Seminar Outline:

• Introduction
• Economic Impact- size of market
• The Log Home/Timber Frame Industry
• Sales & Marketing
• Finding The Right Mfg: Evaluating the Dealership Opportunity        
• Checking out the Company: what to look for
• Product Evaluation                 
• Support Services
• Commission structure    
• Requirements: Your Commitment
• An Avenue for Success: Question & Answer Session

Industry Info- A business that’s booming—are you taking advantage of it?

More and more people are calling these unique custom homes their primary residence and on top of that they are still the popular choice near the lakes or up in the mountains. If you're looking to grow your business you need to know more about the booming log and timber frame home industry. Following are some important facts about the industry:

• Over $1.4 billion in log home & timber frame package sales
• 24,000 log home & timber frame package sales annually
• 550+ log and timber frame manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada
• Log & Timber Frame homes equal 7% of all custom home starts

With those statistics, it's no wonder builders and suppliers are flocking to this industry to fulfill its growth. These homes are custom, high tech and continue to push the envelope in design.

Their distribution varies: manufacturers direct-usually through strategically placed company owned models throughout a region; dealers-independent reps that usually have model homes; combination of both- company owned models and independent reps.

These companies are always looking for builders and independent reps in most areas. Johnson's Log Home & Timber Frame Shows is a great place to learn more about the opportunities that exist in this growing industry- simply look for signs like" dealers wanted" or ask a particular company if they're looking for builders or dealers. For suppliers, become an exhibitor at a Johnson's Log Home & Timber Frame Shows and get close to the end user, and the manufacturers of these homes.

And, don’t forget that every show includes "Industry Awareness Day". Learn more about our growing segment of the building industry—and you can find potential partners and assistance to meet your growing needs!

Contact us for exhibit sales:

Eric Johnson 518.618.1195
ejohnson@loghomeshows.com