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title: "Thinking Like a CEO With John McClain"
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datePublished: "2026-09-15T05:41:25+0000"
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EPISODE 21

# Breaking Down KBIS 2026

This year’s Kitchen and Bath Industry Show was buzzing with can’t-miss insights and inspiration. In this episode, founder of [Home Renovation School](https://www.homerenovationschool.com/) and KBIS insider Julee Ireland shares her top takeaways from the show, tips for visiting in 2027, and why attending events like these help design firms thrive.

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