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Apply to Speak: The Facility Renovations & Repurposing Conference 2026

Speaking application deadline: Apr 17, 2026 

This conference highlights strategies for capital projects that maximize the use of existing buildings through renovations, upgrades, and repurposing. It focuses on practical successes in complex facilities, meeting occupant needs, and using new planning and implementation tools for cost-effective results. Whether as a step before new construction or as a standalone project, these renovations help organizations move forward with confidence and efficiency.

Presentation Themes:

  • Facility condition analysis tools for optimal go/no-go decisions
  • Optimal design solutions for existing footprints
  • Planning processes and analytical tools
  • Scope options and project impacts
  • Construction costs and contracting strategies
  • Structural and mechanical system decisions
  • Architectural components and materials
  • Solutions for logistical challenges and phasing
  • Project management processes
  • New construction and re-construction techniques
  • Decarbonization goals and outcomes 

Building Types and Spaces:

  • Office work environments
  • Research facilities
  • Healthcare
  • Higher education
  • Historic preservation
  • Government buildings
  • Libraries
  • Manufacturing
  • Sports facilities
  • Data centers
  • Central power plants
  • Other...
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Speaking Application

Type of Presentation

Guest Speaker Presentation

If you represent an owner/end-user organization and your abstract is selected for a 25-minute Guest Speaker presentation is accepted, your registration fees are complimentary and travel reimbursement may be available. This type of presentation is limited to owner/end-user representatives only (maximum two speakers).

Breakout Session Presentation

If you are from an A/E/C, Consultant, Vendor, or Service Provider:

  • The speaking application process is competitive. Tradeline selects the topics that best meet the audience priorities.
  • If your application is selected there will be a sponsorship fee to secure the speaking spot: 
    ​$8,000 if Tradeline selects the topic to be presented twice (once on each day of the conference)
    $6,000 if selected for a one-time presentation
    (Breakout sessions are presented concurrently, so presenting twice allows participants two opportunities to attend, typically leading to a larger total audience.)
  • In addition you will need to register each speaker at the discounted rate of $2,200 per speaker (minimum one speaker and maximum four speakers).
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