About the InVision Conference
The 2025 InVision Conference & Awards Banquet is a chance for inspectors in our franchise network across North America to gather for a weekend of learning, fellowship, and celebration. Attend our industry-leading sessions to find out what’s new in the world of home and commercial property inspection. Our distinguished industry speakers will deliver interactive sessions on technical, business, and marketing topics throughout the weekend. Our conference culminates with our 2025 Awards Banquet, honoring our hardworking inspectors at every stage of their business—from our first-year start-ups to our top-earning entrepreneurs.
"The 2024 conference was especially valuable for me and my business. Each of the sessions complemented the session prior and provided a comprehensive, executable guide that I can use to improve, diversify, and grow my business. The first session with Jim Oezer on growing your business through energy audits allowed me to think about similar opportunities that may be available outside of residential and commercial inspection. Having long-term contracts can provide a more reliable income source rather than relying on a fluctuating real estate market.
Jim's session was followed by David Boyer providing concrete ways to expand our offerings through drone work, utilizing technology with the goal of going after bigger jobs that we may not have considered. Those morning sessions were then followed up with methods to assist in that growth, such as tax and bookkeeping tips and then a session on smart hiring. All of these provided some key dos and don’ts to ensure we stay on the right track.
Definitely a highlight for me was Jeremy Pressgrove's presentation. As a new franchisee, like myself, his willingness to persevere and keep executing his plan whether it resulted in more inspections or not was inspiring. His message that short-term pain will lead to long-term gain gave me a new perspective that I have inculcated into my own processes. His mantra of “some will, some won't, so what, someone's waiting”, is something I hear in my head every day now. Finally, the session with Travis Brungardt was a great learning opportunity to hear about new innovations in high-performance home construction. It also gave me the opportunity to learn more about the basics of home construction that have already served me and helped me to be a better inspector.
Outside of the formal sessions, just having the opportunity to talk to other franchisees, hear their stories, learn about their businesses and what's working for them was invaluable to me as I work to grow my own business. Knowing that I can call NPI superstars like Jim Oezer, Ron Schenk, Chris Harr, and Dave Faber to name a few. Connections like these can only be made at the conference. Our brand is only as strong as its independent owners, and we succeed as a national brand when we work together."
Jim's session was followed by David Boyer providing concrete ways to expand our offerings through drone work, utilizing technology with the goal of going after bigger jobs that we may not have considered. Those morning sessions were then followed up with methods to assist in that growth, such as tax and bookkeeping tips and then a session on smart hiring. All of these provided some key dos and don’ts to ensure we stay on the right track.
Definitely a highlight for me was Jeremy Pressgrove's presentation. As a new franchisee, like myself, his willingness to persevere and keep executing his plan whether it resulted in more inspections or not was inspiring. His message that short-term pain will lead to long-term gain gave me a new perspective that I have inculcated into my own processes. His mantra of “some will, some won't, so what, someone's waiting”, is something I hear in my head every day now. Finally, the session with Travis Brungardt was a great learning opportunity to hear about new innovations in high-performance home construction. It also gave me the opportunity to learn more about the basics of home construction that have already served me and helped me to be a better inspector.
Outside of the formal sessions, just having the opportunity to talk to other franchisees, hear their stories, learn about their businesses and what's working for them was invaluable to me as I work to grow my own business. Knowing that I can call NPI superstars like Jim Oezer, Ron Schenk, Chris Harr, and Dave Faber to name a few. Connections like these can only be made at the conference. Our brand is only as strong as its independent owners, and we succeed as a national brand when we work together."
Franchise Owner Since 2022NPI Detroit Metro West
Photos from InVision 2024
Testimonials
The InVision Conference is one of the best tools for growth for our franchisees, but don’t just take our word for it. Explore our testimonials below and hear from your fellow inspectors about why the Annual Conference is worth your while!
“I really enjoyed the diverse offerings and insights. I think the shift that we’ve seen in these past few years of teaching us to be better business owners has been very beneficial. It’s nice to hear the business side, like how to maintain clients and add new ones by never quitting the process. I also enjoy the one-on-one time with fellow franchisees. It’s nice to share about our successes and struggles. That’s always my favorite time. That and seeing the Corporate staff in less of a business situation so we can chat on a more personal level.
I’m always glad to share what I know, but its equally important to listen to others. At the conference, everyone’s different ideas get pooled together and it’s an opportunity to find the ones that work for you.”
Franchise Owner Since 2016NPI Greater Omaha
"My trip to Omaha for the conference this year was my first time back since COVID. Many inspectors and members of the Omaha team that were great resources—and even better friends—have moved on. It was great to spend time with the holdovers and plant the seeds for new friendships. We have some amazing people doing incredible things. I am always surprised at just how far the inspection business has evolved in my years.The speakers were great, and the hotel was the best I’ve attended a conference at. The team put together an A-1 show and the weather was the same as when I left Florida. I attended the conference every year during my first 18 years, so I‘m hoping this year was the start of a new streak.”
Franchise Owner Since 2004NPI St. Petersburg
“My highlight from the 2024 conference was just getting the opportunity to be in community with everyone for a few days. Nothing beats getting to be in person with the corporate staff and other franchisee owners. I also meet someone new (to me) every year. This year I had the pleasure of getting to know Tony Marino.
Another highlight was the impromptu session with Kimberly and the other wives and marketers where we could just be open and honest about the struggles that we face and how to overcome them and support the franchise owners we work with. It was nice to walk away and know that I could literally call over a dozen other people for advice on a situation. We love NPI and the conference!”
Franchise Owner Since 2020NPI Fort Wayne
“I have been to 20+ conferences since starting in 2003. I remember in the beginning it was all about being a better inspector. Lots of round tables and talking about the trade or trades. For the past 6-10 years, it's been more about being a better business owner. This year my favorite moments were our small group spaghetti dinner with Kimberly, Tony Marino, and others after the Welcome Party on Thursday night. I also really enjoyed the Mini Golf place, although I never had the chance to swing a club. I had a long conversation with my franchise neighbor Jay Heckert and David Stamper. It's during conversations like these that I get the most out of the conference.”
Franchise Owner Since 2003NPI Quad Cities
“The 2024 conference was incredible! If I had to pick specific highlights, I would say that I got a lot out of Jim's energy audit presentation and the new building construction techniques. I appreciated the fact that the Omaha team understands it's a tough market and they continually presented new ways of generating income. I've attended the conference both years that I've been a part of the organization. What I love most is the camaraderie and friendships that I've made as a result of attending. Last year, I was a wallflower, but this year I really got to talk to some other franchisees and meet some people. Getting to chat in a more casual setting with the members of the Omaha staff is pretty great as well.”
Franchise Owner Since 2023NPI Greater Cincinnati
“The conference is always a must-attend for me each year. The speakers and meetings throughout the weekend are just a small part of the great information that I walk away with each year. More importantly, the conversations that go on between the sessions and in the evenings is where I really get a lot of the take away from. Each franchisee discussing what has worked and what hasn’t is always a great benefit and inspiring. I would always push any franchisee in our network to take part in the conference.”
Franchise Owner Since 2021NPI Iowa City
