World of Modular Agenda
Four Days of Modular Industry Networking, Education & Exhibits
World of Modular provides a place for professionals from around the world who are involved in the modular and offsite construction industries a place to network, exchange ideas, learn from experts, discuss challenges, display new products, and receive well-deserved recognition.
Don't miss this once-a-year opportunity to meet, mingle, and learn from the modular construction industry's best and brightest. See the full agenda below for a complete overview of the event.
Monday, April 20
10:00 AM-8:00 PM - Registration Desk Open
10:00 AM-5:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Setup
11:30 AM - Golf Tournament Check-In
12:30 PM - Golf Tournament Shotgun Start
3:00-5:00 PM - Maximizing Your WOM Experience
5:00-7:00 PM - Opening Party
Tuesday, April 21
7:30 AM-6:00 PM - Registration Desk Open
8:00-10:00 AM - Breakfast
8:30-9:00 AM - Opening Remarks
9:00-10:00 AM - Keynote Speaker
9:00 AM-12:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Setup
10:00 AM - Refreshment Break
10:30-11:30 AM - Breakout Sessions (Below)
11:30 AM - Refreshment Break
12:00-6:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open (See More)
1:00-2:00 PM - Breakout Sessions (Below)
5:00 PM - Grand Prize Contest
Wednesday, April 22
8:00 AM-6:00 PM - Registration Desk Open
8:00 AM-5:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open (See More)
8:00-10:00 AM - Breakfast with Exhibitors
11:00 AM - Refreshment Break
11:30 AM-12:30 PM - Breakout Sessions (Below)
12:30 PM - MBI Board of Directors Meeting
1:30 PM - Refreshment Break
2:00-3:00 PM - Breakout Sessions (Below)
3:30-4:30 PM - Breakout Sessions (Below)
3:30-4:30 PM - MBI Educational Foundation
5:00-9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Teardown
Thursday, April 23
8:30 AM-6:30 PM - Registration Desk Open
8:30-9:30 AM - Breakfast & MBI Business Meeting
9:30-10:30 AM - Keynote Speaker
10:30 AM - Refreshment Break
11:00 AM-12:00 PM - Breakout Sessions (Below)
1:00 PM - Refreshment Break
1:30-2:30 PM - Breakout Sessions (Below)
3:00-4:00 PM - Breakout Sessions (Below)
5:00-6:00 PM - VIP Reception
6:00-9:00 PM - Awards Banquet (See More)
Breakout Session Descriptions
Accelerating Community Rebuilds: BIM & Modular Workflows for Post-Disaster Recovery
Amr Raafat, Chief Innovation Officer, Windover
Post-disaster rebuilding is often slowed by lengthy permitting, fragmented approvals, and inefficient processes—delaying families' return home for years. This session explores proven real-life case studies, including a collaborative model from California's wildfire recovery efforts, leveraging pre-approved modular housing designs, building information modeling (BIM)-enabled workflows, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven data tools, and digital project tracking to dramatically speed up resilient community reconstruction.
Join this session to learn how comprehensive, BIM-coordinated models were developed in collaboration between Windover Construction and the Foothill Catalog Foundation. Attendees will discover practical insights, including:
Attendees will gain insight into:
- How pre-approved designs, BIM, and design for manufacture and assembly (DfMA) workflows streamline reviews and accelerate modular deployment.
- Why a digital roadmap in BIM simplifies homeowner decisions and enables AI-supported code review, including Windover-developed Automated Plan Review System (APRS).
- Key lessons from multi-stakeholder collaboration for repeatable, scalable, and sustainable post-disaster recovery.
Session track: Design, Build & Install
Beyond Robots: How a Culture of Belonging & Dignity Powers Modular Innovation
Merrick Macomber, Founder, Modular Maven
In the race to solve the affordable housing crisis, we've pinned our hopes on robots, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation. But the true game-changer isn't technology alone—it's the people who wield it with purpose, dignity, and a profound sense of belonging.
Drawing from a decade of hands-on experience shaping culture at Prefab Logic and building Autovol—one of the United States’ most advanced robotic modular factories—this session reveals a surprising truth: when cutting-edge automation meets a workplace culture rooted in restoration and empowerment, workers aren't replaced—they thrive.
Hear the inspiring story of how Idaho's "Solutioneers" use robotics not to eliminate jobs, but to reclaim lives—reducing physical strain, unlocking creativity, and delivering high-quality housing faster. Attendees will discover how this same spirit of connection and value transcended borders, fostering thriving teams in the United States and India.
Ultimately, the future of modular construction—and affordable housing—depends not just on innovative machines, but on innovators who feel deeply valued and connected to a greater mission no matter where in the world they work.
This isn't just about building homes. It's about building belonging, restoring dignity in work, and igniting human potential in the unlikeliest places.
Session track: Managing Your Business
Building a Competitive Culture: Systems for Retention, Engagement, & Accountability in Modular Construction
HR Huntsman, President, Leader’s Edge
Amid persistent labor shortages in construction, employee retention isn't just Human Resources—it's a direct driver of revenue, productivity, and project success. Strong culture goes beyond buzzwords: it's built through deliberate systems of rhythms, clear expectations, and balanced accountability.
Join this practical session to learn how to implement a weekly leadership cadence—including 1:1s, team huddles, and after-action reviews (AARs/post-mortems)—to boost engagement, performance, and loyalty without adding bureaucracy.
Attendees will discover two straightforward frameworks for effective coaching and actionable tools to transform culture into a true competitive advantage:
- MAP (Mastery, Autonomy, Purpose): Align roles with intrinsic motivators to foster fulfillment.
- 3Ds (Demand, Deliverables, Development): Set high standards, define clear outcomes, and invest in growth—enabling accountability without micromanagement.
Session track: Managing Your Business
Economic Decision Tool for Automation Investments in Modular Factories: Breakeven & Sensitivity Analysis
Dr. Jin Ouk Choi, Associate Professor, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Kiran Moktan, PhD Student, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Modular construction factories face significant hurdles when considering automation investments, often due to inadequate financial tools for evaluating returns amid fluctuating costs like labor, tariffs, robotics, and logistics. This session presents a proof-of-concept economic decision-making model designed to bridge this gap, enabling informed investment choices through scenario simulation and sensitivity analysis.
Discover how the model predicts breakeven years and optimal production rates by varying key factors—such as robot costs, labor rates, taxes, tariffs, and supply chain expenses. Real-world applications demonstrate how different automation levels impact return on investment (ROI), helping justify investments with data-driven insights.
Attendees will learn to:
- Identify critical financial barriers and drivers for automation in modular construction.
- Apply the tool for comparative economic analysis across diverse automation scenarios.
- Leverage sensitivity analysis to evaluate impacts and build robust justifications for automation decisions.
Session track: Research & Innovation
Putting the Pieces Together for Success in Modular Construction
Erlend Spets, Associate Partner, McKinsey & Company
Modular construction is booming — driven by labor shortages, sustainability goals, and advances in data, tech, and manufacturing — yet many companies struggle to scale, and high-profile bankruptcies have made headlines. Drawing on McKinsey’s latest research across 700+ companies operating in the modular construction industry across the globe, this session reveals what it takes to succeed in the industry.
Join this session to learn about the latest industry developments, the value at stake for successful players, and what it takes to win at scale.
Session track: Research & Innovation
Look Back at the 2025 World of Modular
Browse our gallery below to see photos from the 2025 World of Modular in Las Vegas. Featuring over 1700 global attendees, nearly 200 exhibitors, dozens of breakout sessions, trade school and university students from across the US, this event was our biggest yet!
Meet the Industry's Best in Las Vegas
The 2026 World of Modular will be hosted by the Modular Building Institute from April 20-23 at the luxurious Bellagio Hotel & Casino, a world-renowned property at the heart of the electric Las Vegas Strip.
Use group code SMBI0426BE for MBI's discounted room rate.
Bellagio Hotel & Casino
3600 S Las Vegas Blvd,
Las Vegas, NV 89109
888-987-6667
