The Remodelers Conference + Expo

Agenda Track I: The Remodelers Conference: 

If you have a MA CSL license, you will receive CEU credits for the sessions you attend. Please be sure to sign in for each session and provide your CSL#.  

Morning sessions start at 7:00 a.m. and run until 11:30 a.m. Afternoon sessions start at 1:15 p.m. and run until 3:30 p.m.

Agenda Track II: Expo, Lunch & Women in Residential Remodeling Workshop

All attendees are welcome to attend one or both of the following TRACK II offerings.  

11:30-1:00 Lunch + EXPO 2025 

• 20+ PRO NE Exhibitors showcasing some of the finest products and services offered to the industry – taking place during the conference’s extended lunch period – vendor raffles, networking opportunities and lunch buffet. 

1:00-2:00: Women in Residential Remodeling Workshop

Feminine Energy Is Your Superpower – Exploring the gifts of feminine energy (present in all genders!) to thrive and succeed.

Track 1

Expo & Lunch: 11:30 – 1:00

Track II: 1:15- 2:15

Women in Residential Remodeling Workshop (WiRR) 

Jean Papagni

Workshop: Feminine Energy Is Your Superpower – Exploring the gifts of feminine energy (present in all genders!) to thrive and succeed.

This experiential workshop invites you to reconnect with the feminine energy (present in all genders) that sustains strength, resilience, and leadership in demanding environments. Through guided embodiment practices, a powerful group constellation experience, and restorative sound healing, participants will feel the difference between constant effort and supported presence. The session is interactive, grounded, and accessible—no sharing or prior experience required. Participants will leave feeling centered, resourced, and more connected to themselves and one another, with practical insights they can carry back into work and life.

Track I

Session 5: 1:15-2:15  p.m. Bobby de Sousa PSD Development Course: An Updated Overview of the MA General Requirements and Stretch Code Introduction for Residential Existing Buildings Course #: CS-021204 1 CEU: Code Review

Session 6: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Bill Forte City of Brockton Course: Accessory Dwelling Units -Where are we in one year? Course #: CS-021205 1 CEU: Code Review

Speaker Bios

Phil Baldwin, CPS Heating & Cooling

Phil Baldwin graduated from Henry Abbott Technical Vocational High School in 1992, where he studied HVAC. Since then, he has built his career through hands-on training and continuous learning in the field. His natural curiosity and desire to understand the “why” behind system performance have led him to become highly effective at helping both homeowners and building owners address their HVAC needs.

Phil has been an active member of PRO New England (previously NARI) for over 15 years and is also a member of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), which provides ongoing education and professional development opportunities.

Phil began working for CPS Heating and Cooling in 1993 and, in 2006, purchased the company from its original owner, continuing its legacy of quality products and services.

Bobby de Sousa,  Energy Code Specialist, Performance Systems Development 

Bobby de Sousa is a lifelong Massachusetts resident and a Program Manager with the Energy Codes Services team at Performance Systems Development (PSD). His love for nature and adventure sports coupled with his almost decade-long experience with a New England based weatherization company has fostered his desire to help combat climate change and preserve the natural world.

While working in the weatherization industry, Bobby received certifications from the Building Performance Institute (BPI) and RESNET. During the certification process, he discovered a genuine interest in building science. In 2018, Bobby joined PSD as an Energy Code Specialist and worked directly on the Mass Save CSCS program where he prepared and delivered energy code trainings and support and managed an energy code hotline.

After the birth of his son in 2020, he took a three-year hiatus to be a stay-at-home-dad. In April of 2024 he rejoined the PSD team as a Program Manager and looks forward to continuing the important work of achieving a more sustainable future.

William Forte, Commissioner, City of Brockton

William (Bill) Forte serves as the Building Commissioner for the City of Brockton. He has over 25 years in the construction industry as a General Contractor (15 years), Building Commissioner (City of Waltham, 8 years) and Code Enforcement Officer in the City of Newton.

Bill will provide updates on the latest Housing Bill from Governor Healy and the changes to the Zoning Act M.G.L. Chapter 40A, which allowings accessory dwelling units by-right in single family zones. He will provide a general overview of the State Building Code requirements for ADU’s, and a brief overview of the recently adopted 10th Edition of the State Building Code.

Doug Howard, Remodelers Advantage

Doug Howard, Director of Consulting for Remodelers Advantage, is a leading authority on small business strategy specializing in the remodeling industry. He has helped several hundred remodeling companies to develop and implement strategies to manage growth.

For more than 30 years, Doug has worked with owners of growing businesses to help them overcome challenges and develop strategies for successfully navigating growth. He does this through training, webinars, writing, facilitated meetings and one-on-one consulting.

Doug is known for his entertaining yet informative approach to business ideas and strategies. He likes to bring complex business concepts into clarity with real life stories and recognizable examples. He has been a speaker at IBS, NAHB, NARI, Remodelers Advantage Summit and many industry individual chapter organizations.

Now, he specializes in strategic planning, financing assistance, LEAN process improvement, profit enhancement and growth strategies for home remodeling companies across the US and Canada.

Doug is a graduate of the Wharton School of Business.

Peter Lawton, LeadSMART Training Solutions

Peter had his first lead safe training in 1997 while operating his design/build remodeling firm in the greater Boston area. Trained as a cabinetmaker, his love of residential remodeling became his specialty in the design/build field of residential construction.

Today, he is the founder and senior principal trainer for LeadSMART Training Solutions which trains contractors in areas of lead remodeling, OSHA safety standards, respirator use.

Parker Safety Group, is our sister safety company where Peter provides safety consulting, company safety programs, job site inspections, lead renovation supplies and OSHA informal hearing representations.

Peter’s professional certificates/licenses are: 1) CSHO in Construction (Certified Safety and Health Official);  2) PSSHF in Construction and General Industry (to work with municipalities); 3) MA CSL licensee; 4) Senior Principal Trainer in lead paint work 5) OSHA Approved Outreach Trainer (OSHA 10 & 30).

He works with individual firms who lack the resources for a full time safety officer yet are committed to providing a safe work environment for their crew.

Shawn McCadden

Shawn McCadden is a retired remodeling industry speaker and remodeling business consultant. During his career Shawn concentrated on working with aspiring remodelers, helping them discover, identify and achieve their professional and personal goals. Shawn’s goal as a business coach for remodelers, working with business owners and their employees, was to help them see their opportunities, help them learn how to consistently accomplish their goals and develop the motivation they needed to be accountable for their own success.

Throughout his career Shawn spoke frequently at industry conferences and trade events, including JLC LIVE and The Remodeling Show, consulted with remodeling companies and the supply chain, and still today writes a monthly column for Qualified Remodeler Magazine.

Jean Papagni, JeanPapagni.com

Jean Papagni is a transformational coach, Family Constellations facilitator, and yoga and meditation teacher who works with individuals and groups in helping them identify and shift the disempowering beliefs and unconscious behavior patterns that no longer serve them, to open doorways to more authentic self-expression, freedom and self-love. Jean is a Certified Co-Active Coach through CTI, is a trained Family Constellations (ancestral healing) Facilitator, and she incorporates practices of presence, heart opening, energy medicine, sacred ritual, intuition building, meditation, conscious movement and breath into all of her work. You can learn more about Jean and her offerings at www.jeanpapagni.com

The highly interactive EXPO is co-located with an extensive buffet lunch for all attendees from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Why you want to reserve space at the EXPO: 

“Pella will be at The Remodelers Conference Expo again because we see meet new people and attendees are clearly looking to have conversations with quality suppliers. The newest members show up, which is fantastic, and they are clearly pros.”

Steven Whitney, Pella Windows and Doors of EMass

Pricing

The Remodelers Conference Expo Booth ~ Member Company (subject to availability)

• • $600 – Single Booth – Early Bird by January 16, 2026
  • $750 – Single Booth – Registration January 16-29

The Remodelers Conference Expo Booth ~ Non-Member 

• • $950 – Single Booth NON Member
  • Bundle: $1,250 Single Booth with NEW PRO membership

Booths measure 10′ x 10′ and include a skirted table and chairs, plus lunch for one representative.

To reserve a booth at the Expo or learn more, contact, Joanne@pro-ne.org.

Sponsorship of The Remodelers Conference is available to select organizations seeking a unique platform to reach, engage, and message remodelers. 

Teak sponsorship, the highest level, includes the following benefits:

• Conference Co-Presenting Sponsor recognition
• 4 Admissions to The Vendor Expo w/Lunch
• Expo Booth (10×10) with Skirted 6’ Table
• Recognition in all communications for The Remodelers Conference
• Seminar/Session Introductions (3)
• Opportunity for Raffle Prize Recognition
• Feather Banner- 13′ tall
• Pre- or Post-Event Eblast to Attendees
• Conference Attendee Give-away

If you are interested in any of the five levels of sponsorship, please contact Director of Programs Joanne Roy (Joanne@pro-ne.org) or Executive Director John Marchiony (John@pro-ne.org). 

Free onsite parking.

The Verve Hilton

1360 Worcester St, Natick, MA (click for map and directions)