Connect
Connect with your peers across the Epcon Franchise network and the Epcon Communities corporate regions.
Engage
Engage with top-notch keynote speakers and industry experts during a variety of breakout sessions.
Celebrate
Celebrate with the teams that have brought the simply remarkable experience that is expected from an Epcon Community.
Schedule at a Glance
Day 1
March 18, 2026
Day 2
March 19, 2026
Day 3
March 20, 2026
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Royal Ballroom East Foyer, Registration Desk
3:00 pm - 3:45 pm
Registration Desk
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Magnolia Courtyard
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Majestic 4-5
7:15 am - 8:00 am
Majestic Lawn
7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Royal Ballroom East Foyer, Registration Desk
7:30 am - 8:30 am
Majestic Foyer
Opening Keynote – Procrastination Proof: Never Get Stuck Again
We live in the age of endless excuses. Complicated projects, overwhelming to-do lists, and impossible timelines give us perfect reasons to put things off. But what if procrastination isn’t really... Read More
Jon Acuff
Decision Leadership in New Home Sales: How to Create Clarity Without Pressure
Great sales professionals don’t chase buyers, they lead decisions. In this session, Chad Sanschagrin introduces a decision-based sales framework designed specifically for new home sales. You’ll learn how to replace... Read More
Chad Sanschagrin
Built to Scale: The Builder’s Path to Sustainable Growth
In this session, Matt Collins of The Mainspring Group unpacks five practical fundamentals that help builders strengthen their operations and reclaim control at any stage of growth. From smoother hand-offs... Read More
Matt Collins
Adapting to the On-Demand Homebuyer
Today’s homebuyer expects the same control, convenience, and self-service experience they receive in nearly every other part of life-from entertainment and shopping to transportation. Traditional, linear home sales models that... Read More
Sarah Eckel
The Next 40 Years: How Builders Earn Loyalty That Lasts Decades
In homebuilding, handing over the keys has often been seen as the finish line. But the best builders know that true success begins after move-in. In this session, we’ll explore... Read More
Tim Bailey
10:30 am - 10:45 am
How Builders Balance Sales Pace and Margin in Uncertain Times
In uncertain markets, builders are forced to balance sales pace and margin using signals that often arrive too late or lack context. This session shows how builders combine their own... Read More
David Lynch
What The ?? – Handling Unexpected Costs in Homebuilding
Unexpected costs happen all the time in homebuilding. If you don’t have a plan for these, they can quickly impact your bottom line. In this session, learn how to plan... Read More
Brad Haubert
Unlock 20+% More 62+ Sales with No-Payment Home Loans
Discover how to implement Mutual of Omaha’s Lifestyle Home Loan into your community—and close deals you’d otherwise lose. Learn the simple marketing and implementation strategy that helps buyers 62+ get... Read More
Ann Marie Stemen
Builder Impact Together: Launching an Associate-Driven Philanthropic Initiative
This session tells the story of how our organization successfully launched a new philanthropic outreach—designed not just to give back, but to strengthen our culture and engage associates at every... Read More
Nanette Pfister
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Majestic 4-5
Roundtable Sessions: Peer-to-Peer Learning with Epcon Experts
Roundtables are interactive, small-group discussions designed to foster practical, peer-to-peer learning. Each table will be hosted by an Epcon subject matter expert and focused on a specific topic relevant to... Read More
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
FRANCHISE BREAKOUT: After the Tour: Guiding Your Prospects from Interest to Action
Most prospects don’t walk away because your community isn’t right. They walk away because no one helped them figure out how to get there. After a prospect tours your community,... Read More
Kiera Deschamps
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Corporate Regional Divisions
Corporate Session Exhibiting Vendor Fair
FRANCHISE BREAKOUT: The Modern Buyer Playbook: What’s Changed and What Hasn’t
Today’s homebuyers have more data, options, and opinions than ever, yet the fundamentals that move them have not changed: trust, clarity, and connection. In this fast-paced session, NoviHome’s Haley Naebig... Read More
Haley Naebig
CORPORATE BREAKOUT: After the Tour: Guiding Your Prospects from Interest to Action
Most prospects don’t walk away because your community isn’t right. They walk away because no one helped them figure out how to get there. After a prospect tours your community,... Read More
Kiera Deschamps
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Franchise Session
Exhibiting Vendor Fair
CORPORATE BREAKOUT: Tech Updates for 2026 – What’s New at Epcon
Join Heath Yeater for a walkthrough of the latest Epcon technology and software updates for 2026. Learn what’s new or coming soon, get your questions answered, and make sure you’re using these... Read More
Heath Yeater
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Networking Event
Get ready for a fun and high energy Networking Night, Sponsored by James Hardie, during the Epcon National Conference. This offsite evening at Eataly Aventura is all about connection, conversation... Read More
7:30 am - 8:30 am
Majestic Foyer
7:30 am -5:00 pm
Royal Ballroom East Foyer, Registration Desk
The Housing Market and Economy: What’s in Store for 2026?
Join us for a forward-looking keynote that examines the economic forces and housing market trends shaping 2026 with insights tailored specifically to the 55+ active adult segment. This session will... Read More
Tim Sullivan
10:00 am - 10:15 am
Homebuilder Shop Results Revealed: How Builders Can Win Buyers and Market Share in 2026
The market is shifting — and buyers are, too. Learn what this year’s Homebuilder Shop Survey uncovered about today’s buyer experience and where builders are losing or winning prospects. In... Read More
Jen Barkan
How to Develop, Execute, Track, and Report ROI for an Effective Direct Marketing Program
Epcon Communities are built with intention — and successful direct mail requires the same discipline. This session examines the science behind profitable direct mail campaigns in the luxury active-adult housing... Read More
Jeramy Fishel
Scaling on Purpose: A Framework for Builders Who Want to Grow
Why do some builders thrive at 30 homes while others struggle? Why does jumping from 50 to 100 feel harder than 10 to 50? Growth in home building is non-linear.... Read More
Al Trellis
Fair Housing for Best Practices
This session will include best practices regarding the Fair Housing Act and the ADA laws all builders must be mindful of to avoid costly mistakes that drain your business’s finances... Read More
Joe Karpowicz
Zoning Hearings 101: Navigating the Public Process
Zoning hearings can make or break a project, and success often hinges less on technical details and more on how you show up in the room. In this session, you’ll... Read More
Erica Leatham
Not Your Parents 55+ – 5 Trends Shaping a More Competitive Future
By drawing from John Burns Research and Consulting’s data, the New Home Trends Institute’s homeowner survey insights, the DesignLens database of product examples, and effective consumer research approaches that can... Read More
Maureen Ladley
Understanding and connecting with the buyer experience: Tips, tricks and resources for more effective marketing and selling
We all understand what it takes to develop land, plan a community and build homes. But do we fully understand our buyers and what they go through in their buying... Read More
Rob Krohn
Thomas Holt
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Majestic 8
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Majestic 6-7
Land Panel
TBD
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Majestic 4-5
Sales Panel
TBD
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Majestic 1-3
Closing Keynote: The Story That Built You Will Eventually Break You
Chad challenges business owners to confront the internal narratives that once fueled their success, but now quietly limit their leadership, clarity, and fulfillment. This raw keynote invites owners to evolve their story... Read More
Chad Sanschagrin
Tuesday March 19 | Networking Night
Get ready for a fun and high energy Networking Night, Sponsored by James Hardie, during the Epcon National Conference. This offsite evening at Eataly Aventura is all about connection, conversation and celebrating our community with an 80s inspired twist.
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