Sheraton West Des Moines
Starting at USD 0
Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 am - Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 11:30 am (GMT-06:00)
Sheraton West Des Moines
1800 50th Street, West Des Moines, United States
Momentum is Building is an annual conference to promote energy efficiency, gain better building skills and tips of the trade, network with exhibitors and attendees, learn new ways to improve your business, and earn up to 6 CEUs for electricians, plumbers and HVAC pros. This year’s speakers have new business practices and strategies to complement your high-performance projects!
8:30 REGISTRATION
Check in… then check out the Exhibit Hall and enjoy a continental breakfast.
10:00 WELCOME
Iowa Cooperatives for Energy Efficiency
10:15
11:30 VENDOR INTRODUCTIONS
12:00 LUNCH
12:45 BREAKOUT SESSIONS: ROUND 1
2:30 BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL
Enjoy refreshments and take a few moments to chat with our exhibitors.
3:00 BREAKOUT SESSIONS: ROUND 2
5:00 VENDOR RECEPTION IN EXHIBIT HALL
Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and beverages in the exhibitor hall while you network with your peers and exhibitors.
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7:30 BREAKFAST
8:15 BREAKOUT SESSIONS: ROUND 3
9:45 BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL
Enjoy refreshments and take a few moments to chat with our exhibitors.
10:00 FINAL PRIZE DRAWINGS/CLOSING REMARKS
10:15
11:30 CONFERENCE ADJOURNS
Attendee registration for Momentum is Building includes all sessions and breaks, lunch and exhibitor reception on Thursday, as well as breakfast on Friday.
Early Bird Rates - rate expires Monday, January 19, 2026
Contractors, member Iowa electric cooperatives and educational reps:
Without CEUs - $160
With CEUs - $225
Non-member utilities and out-of-state organizations:
Without CEUs - $320
With CEUs - $400
Regular Rates - beginning Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Contractors, member Iowa electric cooperatives and educational reps:
Without CEUs - $195
With CEUs - $260
Non-member utilities and out-of-state organizations:
Without CEUs - $370
With CEUs - $440
Vendor/Exhibitor Registration ($500) - sessions/meals included
*Approved Student or Instructor - FREE!
*Registration under this classification must be pre-approved by event organizers. Please include the student/instructor information with the registration and our organizers will contact you with any additional questions needed for approval. If you have any questions about this registration classification, contact Suzanne Hull (bWliZXZlbnRjb29yZGluYXRvciB8IGdtYWlsICEgY29t).
Close to shops and restaurants off I-80, this relaxed hotel is 8 miles from sports and concerts at the Wells Fargo Arena, and a mile from the Living History Farms.
There's a laid-back restaurant & bar. Other amenities include a gym, a heated indoor pool and a convenience store, as well as a coin-operated laundry. Parking is offered for a fee. Pets are allowed.
Book your group rate for Momentum is Building
A block of rooms are reserved at The Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel at the negotiated rate of $139 (King and Double Queen rooms). Reservations must be made by midnight on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Book your group rate for Momentum is Building
Exhibiting at the 2026 Momentum is Building Conference provides an opportunity for contact with HVAC contractors, plumbers, homebuilders, electricians, and electric cooperative marketing and member service professionals. Our attendees are actively seeking information about new products and services they can put to work in their local businesses. Last year, there were nearly 125 attendees.
We give exhibitors plenty of opportunity to meet attendees. We will hold a continental breakfast and a lengthy afternoon break in the exhibit area, as well as a reception on Thursday evening. Exhibitors also get a few minutes on the program right before Thursday's lunch to discuss any new products or programs. All exhibit opportunities are on Thursday and Friday, February 19 - 20, 2026. We invite your representatives to attend sessions and stay both days to participate in all of the conference sessions!
Due to financial commitments for Momentum is Building, we cannot refund registration fees for cancellations after February 11, 2026. ​Eventbrite’s fee is non-refundable. Contact the event organizer to request a refund.
Registrations for attendees made via telephone or mail, please contact Ryan Cornelius at cnlhbiAhIGNvcm5lbGl1cyB8IGNicG93ZXIgISBjb29w. If your registration and payment were submitted online for either attendees or exhibitors, you may cancel online anytime and receive a full refund through February 11, 2026.
You may mail registrations and checks (payable to Iowa Cooperatives for Energy Efficiency) to:
Momentum is Building
c/o Corn Belt Power Cooperative
PO Box 508
Humboldt, IA 50548
For more information about attendee or exhibitor registration, contact Suzanne Hull via email at bWliZXZlbnRjb29yZGluYXRvciB8IGdtYWlsICEgY29t or call 515-250-6366. Registration information can be changed or updated up to the day of the event.
The Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel has plenty of free, onsite parking available for all attendees and exhibitors.
No, the meals are included in the (free) registration. Approval for students and instructors is required by the Momentum is Building planning committee. Contact Suzanne Hull if you have any questions!
You may begin setting up your booth as early as 1:00 pm Wednesday, February 18, 2026 For more information about attendee registration, contact Suzanne Hull via email at bWliZXZlbnRjb29yZGluYXRvciB8IGdtYWlsICEgY29t or call 515-250-6366.
Yes, meals are included in the cost of the exhibitor registration fee.
Yes! We now have an event page on Facebook that will offer up-to-date information about the conference and allow attendees and exhibitors to network and share with their Facebook followers and friends.
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Tickets for Momentum is Building 2026 can be booked here.
Ticket type | Ticket price |
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Exhibitor Booth Registration | 500 USD |
Sponsor: Platinum Conference Sponsor | 3,000 USD |
Sponsor: Gold Conference Sponsor | 2,000 USD |
Sponsor: Evening Reception Sponsorship | 1,000 USD |
Sponsor: Conference Lunch Sponsor | 1,000 USD |
Sponsor: Conference Breakfast Sponsor | 750 USD |
Early Bird: Attendee Registration - NO CEUs | 160 USD |
Early Bird: Attendee Registration - WITH CEUs | 225 USD |
Early Bird: Attendee Registration - WITH CEUs | 400 USD |
Approved Student or Instructor Registration | Free |
Early Bird: Attendee Registration - NO CEUs | 320 USD |