Builder Panel – Hosted by HBAR's Trade Council

What Builders See Coming in 2026 — and Why Trades Need to Be in the Room
The HBAR Trade Council is bringing together builders for a candid, forward-looking Builder Panel designed specifically for trade partners.

If your business depends on staying ahead of demand, labor planning, and the development pipeline, this is a can’t-miss conversation.

Why Trades Should Attend:
• Hear directly from builders about 2026 forecasting and workload expectations
• Understand how AI is already changing construction and business operations
• Learn where projects are getting stuck in the pipeline — and why rezonings matter to your bottom line
• Gain insight into how builders are thinking about trade relationships, capacity, and reliability
This is a rare opportunity to hear unfiltered perspectives from the builders making development decisions — and to better understand how trade engagement impacts housing supply, schedules, and long-term opportunity.

Note: This event is open to trades only and is not open to professional services.

Register HERE

Location: Classic Granite & Marble, 1355 Anderson Highway, Powhatan, VA 23139

Fees/Admission: $12

Contact Information: Shannon Amerson, samerson@hbar.org

Confirmed Panelists:
Charlie Jones, Stanley Martin Homes
Greg Staufer, Eagle Construction
Nathan Wiley, Blue Ridge Custom Homes

Moderator:
Andrew Basham, Spy Rock Real Estate
2026 President, Home Building Association of Richmond