SelectSIPs Expo and Annual Meeting 2025

Welcome to the 2025 SelectSIPs Expo and Annual Meeting!

We are delighted to extend a warm invitation to the 2025 SelectSIPs Expo and Annual Meeting, scheduled to take place at the Royal Sonesta San Juan, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, January 27 - 29, 2025. This distinguished event, proudly hosted by the Structural Insulated Panel Association (SIPA), brings together key stakeholders from the building industry, including builders, architects, suppliers and SIP manufacturers, representing leading companies across the United States.

Join us for three days of unparalleled networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration as we delve into the latest advancements and trends in the realm of SIPs. As the foremost gathering of industry professionals, the SelectSIPs Expo offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded peers, explore innovative solutions and gain valuable insights to drive success in your respective fields.

Nestled in the captivating surroundings of San Juan, Puerto Rico, our event provides not only a platform for professional growth but also an occasion to experience the rich culture and hospitality of this vibrant locale.

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ROOM RESERVATION

Here's a glimpse at our 2025 agenda:

Monday, January 27 - Day 1

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Arrivals and check-in / Registration  (Preciosa Prefunction - ALL) / Supplier Expo set-up (Preciosa Ballroom)
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.         Wayne K. Memorial Golf Tournament (Golf at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Hotel - Rio Mar, PR)
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.         Welcome Reception & Golf Awards (Beachside Boardwalk - ALL)
7:30 p.m. Dinner - on your own for networking (ALL) 

Tuesday, January 28 - Day 2

6:30 - 7:55 amBreakfast buffet with Group (Querube Ballroom)
8:00 - 8:30 am

Event Kickoff & Welcome Comments - Jack Armstrong, SIPA Executive Director (Preciosa Ballroom)

  • Meet the Board & President's Message, Joe Fortier, ACME Panel
8:30 - 10:30 am            

Plenary Session I - Growing the SIP Industry  (Preciosa Ballroom)

  • Market Growth for a 'More Perfect Wall' … SIPs - Sam Rashkin, Retooling the Housing Industry
  • 2023 SIPA Manufacturing Survey Results  - Chris Fennell, InsightBuilding LLC & ICC
10:30 - 10:55 am            Power Up Break with Supplier Partners SelectSIPs Expo (Preciosa Ballroom)
11:00- 11:55 am

Plenary Session II - The Why or Why not of Who Uses SIPs (Preciosa Ballroom)

  • 2024 High Peformance Builders/Designers SIP Preferences Survey - Chris Fennell, InsightBuilding LLC & ICC
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm                                       

Coffee with Supplier Partners SelectSIPs Expo (Preciosa Ballroom) / Return to Plenary (Preciosa Ballroom)

  • SIPA Code Committee - Lunch 12:15 - 1:30 pm (Aleli Restaurant)
2:00 - 3:30 pm

Plenary  III - Strategically Communicating the SIP Value Proposition for Growth (Preciosa Ballroom)

  • A Deep-Dive Interactive Group Discussion 'Digest' of the Two Surveys - Joe Fortier, ACME;  Jeremy Dieken, Extreme Panel; James Hodgson, Premier SIPS; Jack Armstrong, SIPA
  • Sustainabilty, Ethics, and SIPA Member Promotion - Joe, Jeremy, James & Jack   
3:30 - 3:55 pmRecharge Break with Supplier Partners SelectSIPs Expo (Preciosa Ballroom)
4:00 - 4:45 pm

Plenary Session IV - New in the World Adjacent to SIPs (Preciosa Ballroom)

  • New Frontiers with SIPs with Al Cobb, SIPschool & PanelWrights (30 minutes)
6:30 - 7:00 pmCocktail Reception at Supplier Expo (Preciosa Ballroom)
7:00 - 9:45 pmDinner & SIPA Building Excellence Overall & Best in Competition Awards and Auction (Preciosa Ballroom)

Wednesday, Jaunary 29 - Day 3

6:30 - 7:55 amBreakfast buffet with Group (Querube Ballroom & terrace)
8:00 - 8:15 amWelcome Comments (Preciosa Ballroom - ALL)
8:15 - 8:30 amIntroduction of SIPA Board Candidates & brief comments by each - member voting following (Preciosa Ballroom - ALL)
8:30 - 9:45 amSIPA Manufacturer Cmte - Gold sponsor presentations (Preciosa Ballroom - ALL)
9:45 - 10:10 amBreak at Supplier Partners SelectSIPs Expo (Preciosa Ballroom - ALL) 
10:15 - 11:15 amSIPA Marketing Committee (Preciosa Ballroom - ALL)
11:30 am - 12:30 pm               

Lunch (Querube Ballroom) & early checkout

  • Expo area breakdown after lunch (Preciosa Ballroom - Suppliers)
12:45 - 2:45 pmSIPA Manufacturing Cmte followed by Technical Cmte (Preciosa Ballroom - ALL)
2:45 - 3:00 pmBreak/Closing (Preciosa Ballroom - ALL)
3:15 - 6:00 & 7 pmBoard Meeting (Verde Luz upstairs) & Dinner (invitation only - off site)

This event will be hosted at the hotel.

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