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FEI Group brought together more than 700 members, supply
partners, and industry leaders for its 2025 National Conference at the
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, CA, September 25–27, 2025. The
multi-day event spotlighted innovation, collaboration, and community
impact across all divisions, with the Kitchen & Bath Alliance (KBA)
and KBx taking center stage through a series of targeted education
sessions and net-working experiences.
The agenda featured high-impact workshops and presentations
designed to help members strengthen operations, deepen customer
relationships, and stay ahead of market trends. Among the Kitchen &
Bath highlights were:
• Conference Specials & SupplyConnect News (KBx & KBA) –
Members received exclusive conference-only offers and
SupplyConnect updates to drive business growth.
• Been There, Done That Wrong: Lessons from the Field (KBx &
KBA) – An open forum where peers shared challenges, lessons
learned, and innovative solutions.
• Jeff Lukes: Decode Market Data to Make Impactful Decisions
(KBx Only) – A deep dive into housing and market data translated
into actionable business insights.
• 11Eleven Consulting: Who Holds Your Tribal Knowledge? (KBA) –
A discussion on preserving and sharing organizational expertise.
• Fireside Chat with Dave Banyard, CEO of MasterBrand
Cabinets (KBx & KBA) – A candid conversation on leadership,
innovation, and the future of cabinetry.
• Lynne Jenson-Nelson: The Ultimate Guide to Exceptional
Customer Experience – A standout session offering practical
strategies to enhance customer loyalty.
Beyond the breakouts, attendees connected at memorable events
including the Party on the Midway, held aboard the historic USS
Midway, and an energetic SupplyConnect showcase featuring the
chance to win $27,000 in cash prizes in honor of FEI Group's 27th
year. FEI Group also continued its partnership with No Child Hungry,
packing 10,000 meals for local children, 800 Stop Hunger Bags, and
800 Hygiene Kits. Over the past three years, the organization has
contributed more than 115,000 meals to communities in need. The
2025 National Conference underscored FEI Group's commitment to
uniting independent businesses, fostering leadership, and driving
excellence across the Kitchen & Bath industry and beyond. Visit
www.feigroup.net to find out more or to join FEI.
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FEI GROUP SHOWCASES
KITCHEN & BATH EXCELLENCE
At the 2025 National Conference in San Diego, CA
