
Trends in Housing Conference 2025
Are you ready to stay ahead in today’s evolving housing market?
The 2025 Trends in Housing Conference is your opportunity to explore the latest market shifts, discover innovative solutions, and hear directly from leading experts shaping the future of homebuilding.
Whether you’re a developer, contractor, or industry professional, this event delivers the insights you need to strengthen your business and stay competitive.
Why You Should Attend:
–Gain exclusive insights from top economists, innovators, and legal experts
–Earn CEUs if you’re a builder and hold a DCQ
–Connect with industry peers and explore exhibitor booths showcasing new products and services
Lock in your seat before they’re gone! NARI Members save on tickets:
$165 with code Member2025
Speakers
![]() Building for the Future: Meeting the Needs and Expectations of Millennials & Gen Z Homebuyers Susan Yashinsky, Sphere Trending |
![]() The Economics of Housing Affordability John Koskinen, WI DOR Chief Economist |
![]() Building Smarter. How AI is Impacting the Reshaping Industry Lori Highby, Keystone Click |
![]() Steve DeCleene, Neumann Companies |
![]() Alan Christianson, City of Ladysmith |
<![]() Josh Schoemann, Washington County Executive |
Schedule
8:30AM – 9:00AM: Registration/Booth Visits
9:00AM – 10:15AM: The Economics of Housing Affordability **
John Koskinen, Wisconsin Dept. of Revenue Chief Economist
10:15AM – 10:25AM: Break/Booth Visits
10:30AM – 11:30AM: Breakout Sessions
Session A: Wisconsin Loss Control – Chad Breaker, Frankenmuth Insurance **
Session B: Building Smarter. How AI is Impacting the Reshaping Industry – Lori Highby, Keystone Click
11:35PM – 12:15PM Lunch
Brief Presentation by Wisconsin DPI’s SkillsUSA
12:15PM – 1:15PM Building for the Future: Meeting the Needs and Expectations of Millennials & Gen Z Homebuyers **
Susan Yashinsky, VP Innovation Predictor, Sphere Trending
1:20PM – 2:20PM Panel Discussion: Innovative Solutions to Solving the Housing Crisis **
Josh Schoemann, Washington Co. Executive
Steve DeCleene, Neumann Companies
Alan Christianson, City of Ladysmith
2:20PM – 2:30PM Break/Booth Visits
2:30PM – 3:45PM Legal Pitfalls in the Homebuilding Industry **
Robert Procter, Axley Attorneys
3:45PM – 4:00PM Closing Remarks
Note: Sessions marked with ** are under consideration by DSPS for DCQ continuing education credit. Sessions marked with ** have been confirmed for credit.