What is Link? Builder FAQ

Quick answers to the most common builder questions
Read full event agreement here.

1. What can I expect from the Link experience?
   Link isn’t a trade show. Link is a curated, meeting-based experience designed to maximize thevalue of your time. Each event delivers two days of high-impact networking through pre-scheduled,15-minute one-on-one meetings between builders and leading manufacturer and service partners,complemented by hosted meals, receptions, and programming built for connection.Builders gain direct access to the products, programs, and people shaping their business, while Partners spend focused time with decision-makers ready to specify, evaluate, and grow their business. The result is consistent: meaningful conversations, high engagement, and lasting business relationships.
2. What costs are covered for Builder attendees?
   For the first approved attendee from each Builder company, Link includes:
    • Coach airfare booked by HomeSphere
    • Hotel accommodations during the event
    • All scheduled Link meetings
    • Hosted meals and receptions
    • Event-provided airport transportation
    • Additional Builder attendees may be subject to a registration fee and may cover their own traveland lodging.
3. How are my meetings selected?
   Builders meet with all participating Partners. Meetings are structured to help you learn about newproducts, understand rebate opportunities with brands you already use, and explore competitiveoptions across the HomeSphere network. Builder profiles and brand usage are shared in advance toensure conversations are relevant and productive.
4. Why am I required to attend all scheduled meetings?
   Because Partners are funding and planning on your participation, attending all scheduled meetingsensures fairness and protects the integrity of the event. These meetings are the core of the Linkexperience and are what make the event valuable for everyone involved.
   
5. Did your company attend a past Link event?
   Builder companies that have attended a previous Link event will be placed on a waitlist. With many returning partners in 2026, we are intentionally creating space for new builder participation while maintaining a high-value experience.