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# IBS, Live Events and New Rewards
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[Association of Professional Builders](https://blog.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/author/association-of-professional-builders)
26 February 2026 • 1 min read
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Welcome to the APB Digest! This week, we're still reeling from the International Builders Show, plus upcoming live events, new rewards partners added to the APB network, and more.
[](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs7ZnFNXa4Q&t)
### International Builders Show 2026
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by to connect with us at IBS. The energy in the room was amazing and We had some fantastic conversations with builders who are serious about improving their building company and themselves. It was energising to hear what’s happening on the ground across North America, and we’re already looking forward to continuing those discussions - and seeing you again next year!
## New podcast episodes
| [](https://www.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/podcast/visibility-over-vanity-with-trapper-roderick?DIGEST270226) | ## Visibility Over Vanity Trapper Roderick from Roderick Builders shares how seeing both sides of the industry shaped his approach to building a profitable company, and why getting clarity on your numbers is non-negotiable. [**Listen Now**](https://www.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/podcast/visibility-over-vanity-with-trapper-roderick?DIGEST270226) |
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| [](http://www.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/podcast/the-ai-first-mindset-with-varant-bomboushakian?DIGEST270226) | ## The AI First Mindset Varant Bomoushakian, Head of Operations at APB breaks down what it really means to become an AI First building company in 2026 and beyond. [**Listen Now**](http://www.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/podcast/the-ai-first-mindset-with-varant-bomboushakian?DIGEST270226) |
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## Episode Five Is Coming
The next chapter in our 2026 SORCI deep dive is almost here. Episode Five of the Beyond the Data webinar series goes live next week, continuing the conversation around what the latest benchmarks mean for residential builders and how leading companies are responding to margin pressure, shifting demand, and operational strain. Register for upcoming episodes, and catch up on previous episodes to stay in the know.
[Check Out the Full Series](https://go.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/registration-web-sor?DIGEST120226)
[](https://www.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/events?DIGEST270226)
## Free Live Events for Builders
We’re hosting free in-person events across Australia and North America for residential builders who want sustainable growth, not more chaos. Built to Scale is focused on helping you create a profitable building company that runs on strong systems, clear structure, and capable leaders, so it doesn’t rely on you to survive. Join us and discover what it really takes to scale with control, protect your margins, and step back with confidence. Seats are limited, so register early.
*Free for qualified builders only.*
**[View Upcoming Events](https://www.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/events?DIGEST270226)**
**[](https://blog.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/7-new-partners-join-the-apb-rewards-network?DIGEST270226)**
## Seven New Partners Join APB Rewards
We have welcomed seven new Rewards Partners to our growing network! Learn more about the services they provide and how they can help run your building company more efficiently and profitably.
[Meet the Partners](https://blog.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/7-new-partners-join-the-apb-rewards-network?DIGEST270226)
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