The largest glass and fenestration industry trade show in the Western Hemisphere becomes Texas-sized in Dallas
GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo takes place Mon., September 30 - Wed., October 2 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, TX. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with 500+ exhibitors, including many exhibiting for the first time, and experience new and exciting education and networking opportunities, as well as the must-see events they have come to expect.
Industry Pavilion & GlassBuild Main Stage
NGA and the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) are once again hosting attendees in the Industry Pavilion. The Industry Pavilion is “The Hub” for members of both organizations and for anyone wishing to know what the industry’s leading trade associations provide.
The GlassBuild Main Stage will feature education, networking, community building, award presentations and more. See the full GlassBuild Main Stage schedule.
Keynote: Industry Forecast Outlook
Join us for the much-anticipated industry forecast, taking place on the Main Stage Mon., Sep. 30, from 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, and featuring speakers Connor Lokar of ITR Economics and Chris Beard of John Burns Research and Consulting
- CONNOR LOKAR, Senior Forecaster, ITR Economics
A specialist in construction and industrial markets, Lokar delivers vital economic intelligence with humor and a knack for storytelling that engages and enlightens.
- CHRIS BEARD, Vice President, Building Products Research, John Burns Research and Consulting
Well-versed in the dynamic environment surrounding building products, Beard helps partners, clients and industry members understand vital trends and inflection points within the building products and housing industry.
Women in Glass + Fenestration Event
From identifying role models to building a network of support and collaboration to inspiring the next generation of young women—it will all be happening this year at GlassBuild Mainstage, during the Women in Glass + Fenestration Breakfast Meetup, Wed., Oct. 2, 9:30 - 11:00 am. Along with networking and community building, attendees can hear the keynote presentation.
Glazing Executives Forum
The Glazing Executives Forum, taking place Mon., Sep. 30, in conjunction with GlassBuild America, will offer timely education and insights for glass and glazing industry leaders, with a new slate of presentations and networking opportunities. Separate registration required. Highlights include:
- Exclusive Construction Forecast: Gain insights from keynote speaker Connor Lokar, senior forecaster for ITR Economics.
- New Workshop Tracks: Focused groups on AI at Your Glazing Company, Shower Enclosures Solutions Share, and Effective Recruitment Strategies.
- Networking Opportunities: Enjoy a networking beer break and group lunch.
Plus, for those who want to get more involved, a meeting of NGA’s Installing Committee is also held in tandem with the Glazing Executives Forum. See the Glazing Executives Forum schedule.
GlassBuild After Party: The Magic of Glass
Attend The Magic of Glass After Party, taking place Wed., Oct. 2 from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, as we capture the excitement of our new host city for GlassBuild 2025: Orlando! This event is designed for fun and community engagement, providing an opportunity for exhibitors and attendees to network and interact in a non-competitive environment. The After Party will feature activities such as a golf simulation and a virtual reality plank walk, along with Southern-inspired food and beverages. The cost is $10 per person with ticket proceeds going to the NGA Foundation to support glass & glazing industry education and resources.
Learn more about GlassBuild America.