Monday, March 16

NLBMDA Board Appreciation Dinner
(invite-only)

Tuesday, March 17

NLBMDA Board of Directors Meeting 
(invite-only)

Registration Open

Registration will be location in the main lobby of NLBMDA's office building and is located at the corner of 20th and L Street, NW. We recommend you use this entrance.  It’s a large, two-story glass atrium with Alexander Court signage over the entry. Once you enter the building take the escalators up to the North Entrance elevators, where staff will be stationed to greet you. You will then take the elevators to the Rooftop for our opening Networking Luncheon. 

Welcome Networking Lunch & Registration
Sponsored by LBM Advantage

Join NLBMDA at our headquarters for lunch and networking with fellow attendees before an afternoon of legislative and regulatory sessions. 
 

Advancing the Credit Card Competition Act: A Congressional Staff Briefing

Hear directly from legislative staff representing the lawmakers leading the effort to advance the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA). This session will provide an inside look at the current political landscape, legislative strategy, and next steps to move the bill through Congress. Attendees will gain insight into coalition-building efforts, opportunities for bipartisan engagement, and how grassroots advocacy can help build momentum.  

Speakers:

• Stephanie Badger, Vice President, The Nickels Group
• Matt Esguerra, Chief of Staff, Office of Congressman Lance Gooden
• Steve Hansen, Legislative Assistant, Office of Senator Roger Marshall
• Kaylee Mulgrew, Policy Advisor, Office of Senator Richard Durbin

Keynote Policy Session: Outlook for Housing Policy; The Builder's Perspective
Ken Wingert, Chief Advocacy Officer, NAHB    

Ken Wingert, Chief Advocacy Officer for the National Association of Home Builders, will provide a keynote address on the federal legislative and regulatory priorities of the National Association of Home Builders. As a key partner on several NLBMDA legislative priorities, attendees will hear what priorities NAHB will be advocating for this year. Attendees will gain valuable insight into the shared advocacy opportunities ahead to advance and strengthen the industry.  

The Outlook for Small Business Regulations in 2026

Event attendees will be joined by Bruce Lundegren, Assistant Chief Counsel at the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy, who will provide a comprehensive overview of the 2026 regulatory landscape as it impacts small businesses. The session will cover key rulemakings impacting our industry as well as recap the recent deregulatory actions being taken by the new administration. Attendees will gain insight into emerging regulatory priorities and opportunities to shape the rulemaking process in the months ahead. 

Speakers:

• Bruce E. Lundegren, Assistant Chief Counsel, Office of Advocacy, U.S. Small Business Administration
• Janis C. Reyes, Assistant Chief Counsel, Office of Advocacy, U.S. Small Business Administration

Senate Banking Committee: Unpacking ROAD to Housing 

Majority and minority committee staff from the Senate Banking Committee will join NLBMDA staff in breaking down the ROAD to Housing Act, Congress’s most ambitious effort in several congresses to bring sweeping reforms to the structural barriers inhibiting new construction and affordability. Attendees will learn about the legislation’s genesis, a high-level overview of what it aims to accomplish, and an outlook on the path to passage. 

Speaker:

• Madeleine Marr, Housing Policy Advisor, Minority Staff, Senate Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development, Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) 
  
• Fred Moore, Professional Staff Member, Majority Staff, Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, Chairman Tim Scott (R-SC)

Washington D.C. Insider Update from House Leadership

Eric Schmitz, Coalition Director for Speaker Mike Johnson, will provide an insider’s update on the House Majority’s priorities for the remainder of a jam-packed 119th Congress. As one of the top movers and shakers on Capitol Hill, Schmitz was a key partner in delivering for the industry through the extension of several growth-oriented small business tax provisions in last year’s tax and spending package.   

Speaker:

• Eric Schmitz, Coalitions Director for the Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson

NLBMDA Policy Briefing & Advocacy Training

Join NLBMDA Government Affairs Coordinator Matthew Delaney in reviewing NLBMDA’s top legislative priorities and key talking points for meetings on Capitol Hill. Participants will prepare for meetings with Members of Congress and congressional staff and gain a deeper understanding of the policy issues impacting the lumber and building material industry. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of NLBMDA’s 2026 federal advocacy priorities.

Speaker:

• Matthew Delaney, Government Affairs Coordinator, NLBMDA

Welcome Networking Reception
Sponsored by LMC

Join Us for an Evening of Connection & Conversation. All conference attendees are invited to join us for a Networking Reception bringing together industry leaders from all over the country committed to advancing our industry. Enjoy cocktails, light bites, and meaningful conversation as we strengthen relationships, exchange ideas, and explore new opportunities for collaboration. And of course, Celebrate St. Patrick's Day!

Sponsor Dinners by Invitation Only

Wednesday, March 18

Washington Briefing Breakfast
Sponsored by PLM

At NLBMDA’s Washington Briefing Breakfast, you will learn from the policymakers helping to drive the legislative agenda in D.C. Hear from the lead sponsors of the CONSTRUCTS Act, Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-6) and Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-5), as well as Mike Kingsella, Founder & CEO of Up for Growth, a housing advocacy organization.

Speakers:

• Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-6-AZ)
• Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-5-WA)
• Mike Kingsella, Chief Executive Officer, Up for Growth

On-site Capitol Hill Visits
Speak directly to your elected representatives on critical policy issues impacting your business and the entire industry.

Closing Networking Reception at Hawk N Dove!
Sponsored by Weyerhaeuser

Join us at Hawk N Dove, a popular Washington D.C. restaurant and bar located in the heart of Capitol Hill. Hawk N Dove has been a part of Capitol Hill for decades. It’s more than a restaurant—it’s a gathering place with real history. Leaders, locals, and visitors have all shared stories here over drinks and food. It’s a place where conversations matter and the past still lingers. The space holds a sense of D.C. that hasn’t faded, even as the neighborhood grows and changes. So make sure to come by to close out a day of impactful meetings with members of Congress, share your stories, and celebrate!

Hawk N Dove
329 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Washington, D.C. 20003