Results. Improve. Serve. Engage.
August 11th-12th, 2026 in Ann Arbor, Michigan!
Built for Remodelers Ready to Grow!
Remodeling is more than just construction – it’s a business. And the best thing you can do for your business is surround yourself with people who get it!
The Rise Conference brings together remodelers from across the country for two full days of learning, connection, and honest conversation. Come solo or bring your team! Either way, you’ll spend two days alongside like-minded remodelers who are facing the same challenges, chasing the same goals, and are just as committed to building something great as you are.
Whether you’re focused on marketing, sales, production, a smooth design process, or creating a vision that actually works, you’ll leave with a notebook full of fresh ideas and an actual plan to implement!Â
This isn’t a passive conference. It’s built on practical takeaways, real conversations, and sessions led by people who have actually built the kind of businesses you’re working toward.
Bring Your Team to Rise 2026!
Rise Conference isn’t just for owners! We’ve intentionally designed it to deliver value to every person on your team.
Whether you bring your designer, project manager, production lead, or office manager, there’s something here for everyone. When your team hears the same ideas you do, implementation happens a lot faster. And, from what we’ve seen, some of the best conversations happen when your whole crew is in the room together.
We have sessions that speak directly to:
Designers navigating complex project flow
Salespeople looking to improve close rates
Production teams building a strong training program
Project managers looking to run tighter jobs
Office managers ready to take more off the owner’s plate
Owners building culture, clarity, and accountability
Beyond the sessions, we’ll also have role-specific roundtables so your team can connect with peers facing the exact same challenges they are and keynotes designed to get everyone talking about taking your company to the next level.Â
When your team hears practical strategies together, conversations back at the office become easier, accountability becomes clearer, and change happens faster!
Secure Your Tickets Today!
Tickets Still Available!
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Two-Day Conference Ticket
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Coffee Breaks & Lunches
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Networking with Your Peers
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Improve Your Company Culture
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Grow Your Business
Speakers
Speakers
Kyle Hunt
Remodelers On The Rise
Eric Fortenberry
JobTread
Matt Jenkins
MJ Kitchen & Bath
Breakout Session: Production Systems That Deliver Great Work
Laurel Winkel
SheBuilds Kitchens
Breakout Session: Master the Madness: Practical Systems for High-Volume Design Management
Victor Lebegue
VL Builders
Breakout Session: EOS at Every Stage
Mark Dixon
Odd Fellows Contracting
Breakout Session: Story Selling
Jenna Robbins
Zengel Group
Breakout Session: Crafting the Next Generation: How We Built a Carpenter Training Program That Actually Works
Patrick Zengel
Zengel Group
Breakout Session: Crafting the Next Generation: How We Built a Carpenter Training Program That Actually Works
Ashley Favorite
Lakefront Building & Design
Breakout Session: Letting Go to Grow: How Delegation and Simple Systems Unlock Growth
Danielle Russell
Builder Funnel
Breakout Session: From Feast or Famine to Fully Booked: The 5 Pillars of Growth in Sales & Marketing
Logan Shinholser
Contractor Growth Network
Breakout Session: Let Your Work Sell For Itself: A Project-First Marketing Playbook for Remodelers
Pete Burak
Author and Speaker
Join us in Ann Arbor, MI!
We’ll be meeting at The Kensington Hotel(3500 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108) and have secured a block rate for attendees who book before July 5th, 2026.Â
If you’re flying into Michigan, we recommend flying into the Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) and from there either renting a car or taking a short Uber (25 minutes) to the conference location!
For planning purposes, Day 1 (Tuesday, August 11th) runs from 8:30AM to 4:45PM EST, followed by a happy hour after the sessions wrap up. Day 2 (Wednesday, August 12th) runs from 8:30AM to 4:30PM EST.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Rise Conference is intentionally designed to deliver value to your whole team, not just the owner. We have project managers, designers, production leads, and office managers attending alongside business owners every year. Sessions and breakout sessions are tailored to different roles, so everyone walks away with something they can put to work right away. Plus, when your team hears the same ideas you do, implementation happens a lot faster!
Rise Conference 2026 is at The Kensington Hotel, located at 3500 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108.
Yes! We’ve secured a block rate at The Kensington Hotel where the conference is being held. That rate is available for everyone who books before July 17th, 2026. Click here to book at the discounted rate!
We recommend flying into Detroit Metro Airport (DTW). From there you can either rent a car or take a short Uber ride (about 25 minutes) to the conference location.
Yes! We’ll provide a light continental breakfast, snacks, and lunch on both days. Dinner is on your own, but there are plenty of great restaurants nearby to the hotel.
Day 1 (Tuesday, August 11th) runs from 8:30AM to 4:45PM EST, followed by a happy hour after the sessions wrap up. Day 2 (Wednesday, August 12th) runs from 8:30AM to 4:30PM EST.
Day 2 wraps up at 4:30PM EST on Wednesday, August 12th. We recommend booking a flight no earlier than 7:00PM to give yourself plenty of time to get to the Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), which is about 25 minutes away. Alternatively, you can also fly out the next day and take advantage of the group rate at the Kensington!
The Rise Conference is sponsored by:
