The Commercial Painting Industry Association has released updates to its planned Executive Member Retreat, taking place at The Boca Raton Resort in Boca Raton, Florida, Jan. 28-30, 2024. Among the announcements were the CPIA’s decision to extend the early-bird registration rate through Dec. 8 and the confirmation of a featured speaker.
The second annual event will host a conclave of top commercial painting leaders and influencers in an intimate setting where they will explore business-related ideas, trends and solutions.
“Our Executive-level members get a lot from their online peer group meetings,” said CPIA Executive Director Mike Stanley, “but nothing is more effective than gathering in person.”
New Speaker Announced
Stephen Jones, Senior Director of Industry Insights Research for Dodge Data & Analytics, joins the retreat to present his economic forecast for all U.S. construction sectors.
He will share his team’s research findings on trends that are expected to have the greatest impact on construction companies—particularly specialty trade contractors.
In his presentation, "The Year Ahead: Economic Forecast and Key Trends for the U.S. Construction Industry," Jones will share his research and insights to help participants succeed in 2024.
In addition to his leadership position with Dodge, Jones has accumulated expertise through his roles as Executive Editor of Dodge’s SmartMarket Report, Vice President of project management software company Primavera Systems (now part of Oracle), and Principal and Board of Directors member of one of the largest architectural/engineering firms.
More About the Retreat
Described as an essential gathering for CPIA Peer and Leadership Development Groups, there are opportunities for all members to participate.
CPIA Executive Members and Leadership Development Group Members are invited to take part in all activities, including Peer Group meetings.
Limited participation is open to Contractor Members and Non-Members, who are welcome to attend receptions, meals and the new Tabletop Expo. Interested parties can learn more and register at events.thecpia.com/retreat2024.
The Boca Raton is a luxury resort and club in Boca Raton, Florida, founded in 1926, and today comprises of 1,047 hotel rooms across 337 acres.
Its facilities include an 18-hole golf course, a 50,000 square feet Forbes Five-Star spa, eight swimming pools, 30 tennis courts, a full-service 32-slip marine, more than 15 restaurants and bars, and 200,000 square feet of meeting space.
The property fronts both Lake Boca (part of the Intracoastal Waterway) and the Atlantic Ocean.
Room and transportation costs and arrangements are the sole responsibility of each attendee. Once signed up for the retreat, you will receive an email with a link to make your room reservation:
• Beach Club Standard Room: $460/night, single/double occupancy; and
• Beach Club Partial Ocean/Ocean Views Room: $660/night, single/double occupancy.
This year, in lieu of boardroom discussions, the CPIA will offer a more casual Tabletop Expo, where suppliers will share information about their latest products and services.
If you have questions about the retreat or wish to learn about the event’s limited sponsorship opportunities, contact Mike Stanley at mstanley@thecpia.com, 412-431-6114; or Nichole Altieri at naltieri@thecpia.com, 412-432-0304.
