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| May 11 Chapter Meeting and Education |
Staying Ahead of the Competition Through Technology
May 11, 2010
Clarke in Milford, MA
Special reduced meeting price to give back to our members!
Now is the time for kitchen and bath professionals to develop their businesses through technology! From more cost-effective marketing and increased options for timely communication, to more convenient meeting methods and greater capabilities in delivering presentations; new technologies are available to better your business and shorten your sales cycle.
John Morgan, the current NKBA National Secretary, will offer an overview of the state-of-the-art technology that forward thinking creative professionals are employing to build today's foundation for tomorrow's success.
To view the meeting invitation and registration form please click here.
We are also pleased to announce the following daytime course has been added to the daytime agenda for the meeting.
Creativity in Action: Kitchen & Bath Design
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 PM
Qualifies for : 6 NKBA hours/0.6 CEUs
A must for any designer or inspiring designer. You won't want to miss this action packed, interactive, one day program-designed to meet your needs and foster a divine divergence from the kitchen and bathroom designing "dulls."
To see the full invitation and register click here.
Class Rates: NKBA Member $179 /Non-Member $225
Student Member $69 / Student Non-Mem $225 |
| Additional Upcoming Events |
Maine Chapter Trip to Sheldon Slate
Tuesday May 18 Monson, ME
Come see custom fabrication from the drawing board to the finished products for kitchen sinks and countertops, bath vanities, flooring and architectural and landscaping elements. Guided tour will be given by John Tatko III, fourth generation owner of the company. Registration and Brunch will be 9-10AM. Tour of Sheldon Slate at 10AM. As an added benefit, after the tour of the facility, we will be shuttled to the landing for a short boat trip to the Lodges at Borestone Mountain Sanctuary
This event is limited to 40 attendees so register early!
To view the meeting notice and registration info please click here. |
| Letter from the President | |
Spring has sprung and early indicators of welcome growth in the New Year have come to fruition for many. Business has picked up in showrooms throughout the area. People have come out in greater numbers coupled with positive increases in remodeling and even building. I was fortunate enough earlier this month to attend KBIS 2010 in Chicago. The Show was much smaller than last year, again, but the Show presenters and vendors were enthusiastic. The size allowed you to spend more quality time with vendors and the attendees were excited to be there. Many of the Big Guns were still noticeably absent - SubZero, Wolf, Electrolux... to name a few. The programs, seminars, and speakers were very well attended and refreshing to hear. It gave me reason for optimism, again. Back on the home front, the NNE Chapter Board is already beginning to plan for 2011. If you have a passion for our industry and can commit some volunteer time, please consider helping out in some areas of our Chapter. We welcome new faces and ideas!
Sincerely,
Steve Chandler, Chapter President
National Kitchen & Bath Association
Northern New England Chapter |
| Lead-Based Paint Removal Rules |
By Edward S. Nagorsky, Esq., NKBA General Counsel and Director of Legislative Affairs
Beginning April 22, 2010, the EPA's rules regarding lead renovation, repair, and painting in the remodeling of homes where lead-based paint may be present will go into effect.
Under the rules, contractors performing work that disturbs lead-based paint in housing, childcare facilities, and schools built before 1978 must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. Those practices include posting warning signs for occupants and visitors, using disposable plastic drop cloths, and cleaning the work area with HEPA vacuuming and wet washing. Most importantly, the rules require that contractors be certified in lead removal through a training course. Read the rest of Ed's article on lead paint on the NKBA website by clicking here. |
| Chapter Accomplishments |
The chapter is pleased to congratulate the following members on passing their AKBD exam!
Judee Shupe
Karen Wetherell
Meg Taraska
Theresa Meaney
Janice Brandano-DeSimone
Kerry Moser
Chloe Durant
Jennifer DiCharo
Congratulations to Jessica Williamson, of Kitchen Views Custom for winning second place in the 2010 NKBA Design Competition Small Kitchens Category at KBIS!
Be sure to check out the NKBA Magazine (formerly, Profiles Magazine) this Spring to see all the winners. |
| Interior Design Protection Council | |
Patti Morrow - V.P. Government Relations
Never a dull moment in the fight to protect the rights and livelihoods of the design community! If you have not read the Interior Design Protection Council's April newsletter with numerous state updates, you can read it here.
Stay tuned - the Massachusetts title certification has seen some movement and we will be giving directions soon. |
| Residential Design and Construction Show | |
Residential Design and Construction (RDC) was another success this year! The show featured over 200 exhibitors, bringing both cutting edge and tried and true industry products to the exhibit hall floor. More than 50 workshops and professional development opportunities were offered, covering topics like sustainable design, alternative energy, smart business practices, interior design, home renovation and smart growth/smart development.
NKBA-NNE was pleased to be a part of RDC's Association networking breakfast. We look forward to seeing you there next year!
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********************************************************** We hope you have found this newsletter interesting and informational. Do you have exciting news to share? Comments, suggestions and newsletter content are always welcome. Please direct all communications to nkba.nne@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
Kristen Schraven, AKBD
VP Technology and Communications
Alyssa Haggerty
Asst. VP Technology and Communications
National Kitchen and Bath Association Northern New England Chapter |
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| Student of the Month | 
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Who: Tracy Hanlon Amesbury MA
NKBA Kitchen and Bath Design Program Student @ the BAC
Student Chapter Vice President
After working in the banking, floral and home inspection industry, I decided to combine my experience and pursue my passion for K&B design. I wanted a strong education and started at the BAC. I have learned so much and I am eager to learn more. All of my instructors have been outstanding.
Serving as VP of the student chapter this year has given me an excellent opportunity to network with K&B businesses. They have been so generous to the students. I also enjoy attending the NNE chapter meetings. I always learn something and meet great people. I look forward to the future with NKBA. |
| Join our chapter on LINKEDIN and FACEBOOK |
This chapter is your chapter! The NKBA NNE has a group on LinkedIn and a fan page on Facebook. You can use these venues to connect with other members outside of meetings, start a discussion, connect with someone you recently met, or post information about a job/event...you never know where the networking will take you.
LinkedIn is business oriented social networking site. You can find, be introduced to, and collaborate with qualified professionals.
When you join, you create a profile that summarizes your professional expertise and accomplishments. You can then connect to people you know by inviting trusted contacts to join LinkedIn and connect to you. Your network consists of your connections, your connections' connections, and the people they know, linking you to a vast number of qualified professionals and experts.
To join go to www.linkedin.com
Once you're set up or if you're already a member be sure to join the NKBA National and NKBA New England Group!
To find us on Facebook, search NKBA New England and become a fan of our page. |
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