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ABX 2020 ArchitectureBoston Expo (ABX) announced August 14 it will transition the annual tradeshow and conference to a fully virtual event. "We CHOSE TO PIVOT to a virtual event to provide an inclusive platform for the archi- tecture, building and design community to convene, share and learn," says Lindsay Roberts, ABX Group Director. "We are excited about the new opportunities this presents and look forward to providing informative and engaging virtual programming and networking." The online platform will a llow reg istered attendees to move freely through the environment, which can be accessed from any internet-connected device. In the v ir tua l ex po ha ll, industr y-leading compa nies w i ll be showcasing their latest products, innovations and technologies. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with exhibitors through virtual one-on-one meetings to obtain product information. Attendees can a lso earn CEU credits through the educationa l program that will include a mix of live and prerecorded workshops. Any live workshops will be captured for on-demand viewing later, allowing for complete schedule flexibility. Originally slated for November 4–5, the virtual event will take place December 2–3, 2020, with exhibits and programming running from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. The ABX All-Access Pass, featuring 70+ workshops and the virtual expo ha ll, is $199 for BSA members a nd $249 for nonmembers. After Oct. 1, the prices increase to $249 for members and $299 for nonmembers. Registration will open in late August. "For the first time we are able to give ABX attendees access to all educational content for one flat fee," said Roberts. "This content will be available on-demand through March 31, 2021. Our audience can earn all their needed CEUs, including HSW credits, wherever and whenever they want. The value is incredible." Beginning Oct. 1, registered attendees and exhibitors are encour- aged to sign into the virtual platform and set up their profile to ensure they can easily engage in peer-to-peer networking. Held in conjunction with ABX, the Industrialized Wood-based Construction Conference (IWBC) will offer virtual exhibits from companies who specialize in integrated, offsite, wood-based and automated construction. In addition, 12 live and on-demand work- shops focused on this sector will be available to both ABX and IWBC virtual attendees. n More details regarding the virtual format will be shared in the coming weeks through a variety of communications and on abexpo.com. Transitions Annual Tradeshow to Virtual Experience BOSTON.BUILDERARCHITECT.COM Builder+Architect GREATER BOSTON, CAPE COD AND THE ISLANDS | 4 9