GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo takes place Tue., November 4 - Thu., November 6 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with 500+ exhibitors on the largest show floor in GlassBuild history, including many exhibiting for the first time, and experience new and exciting education and networking opportunities, as well as the must-see events they have come to expect.
Industry Pavilion & GlassBuild Main Stage
NGA and association sponsor Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) are once again hosting attendees in the Industry Pavilion. The Industry Pavilion is “The Hub” for members of both organizations and for anyone wishing to know what the industry’s leading trade associations provide.
The GlassBuild Main Stage will feature education, networking, community building, award presentations and more.
Keynote: Industry Forecast Outlook
Join us for the much-anticipated industry forecast, taking place on the Main Stage Tue., Nov. 4, from 3:20 pm - 3:50 pm, and featuring speaker Connor Lokar of ITR Economics
- CONNOR LOKAR, Senior Forecaster, ITR Economics
A specialist in construction and industrial markets, Lokar delivers vital economic intelligence with humor and a knack for storytelling that engages and enlightens.
GlassBuild Skills Challenge
NEW for 2025, the GlassBuild Skills Challenge celebrates the unique talents of the glazing trade. Open to all, the Skills Challenge provides a space for glaziers to test their skills, learn tips from industry experts, network with peers and win prizes.
Women in Glass + Fenestration Event
From identifying role models to building a network of support and collaboration to inspiring the next generation of young women—it will all be happening this year at GlassBuild Mainstage, during the Women in Glass + Fenestration meetup, Thu., Nov. 6, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, hosted by Stefanie Couch of GRIT Blueprint. Attendees can enjoy a breakfast, panel presentation and Q+A, plus facilitated group networking and community building.
Glazing Executives Forum 2025
The Glazing Executives Forum, taking place Tue., Nov. 4, in conjunction with GlassBuild America, will offer timely education and insights for glass and glazing industry leaders, with a new slate of presentations and networking opportunities. Separate registration required. Highlights include:
- Exclusive Construction Forecast: Gain insights from keynote speaker Connor Lokar, senior forecaster for ITR Economics.
- New Workshop Tracks: Focused groups on Profit First for Glazing Contractors, Exit Planning and Succession, and Getting the Most Out of Bluebeam.
- Networking Opportunities: Enjoy a networking break and group lunch.
- NGA Installing Committee: For those who want to get more involved, a meeting of NGA’s Installing Committee is also held in tandem with the Glazing Executives Forum.
See the Glazing Executives Forum schedule.
GlassBuild After Party: GlassBuild-in-the-Fast-Lane
Attend the GlassBuild-in-the-Fast-Lane After Party, taking place Thu., Nov. 6 from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, as we capture the excitement of our next host city for GlassBuild 2025: Las Vegas! This event is designed for fun and community engagement, providing an opportunity for exhibitors and attendees to network and interact in a non-competitive environment. The After Party will feature activities along with food and beverages. The cost is $20 per person with ticket proceeds going to the NGA Foundation to support glass & glazing industry education and resources.