Maximize Your Show Experience with the IBS App
Start planning your experience to maximize your time at the 2024 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Las Vegas with the IBS mobile app.
The IBS mobile app is now available to download in your app store, and is the quickest and easiest way to find everything that is happening at the show. The app will allow you to:
- New in 2024: Search for exhibitors by segment
- Find education sessions to attend
- Create your daily show schedule
- Add your sessions, events and meetings to My Agenda
- Network with other attendees
- Receive real-time IBS alerts so you don’t miss one minute of the show
- Navigate the Las Vegas Convention Center
Download the IBS mobile app through Apple or Google, or go to your app store and search for IBS 2024.
Learn more about how to set up and use the app at BuildersShow.com.
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