The real reason to attend
Get out of the weeds and into the room where owners level up.
Step away from the daily chaos and put yourself back in the driver’s seat of your business. This conference is designed specifically for painting contractors who want more than just another networking event — it’s a strategic peer group experience built around real conversations, proven ideas, and practical insight from owners who understand the challenges you face every day.
“I came back from 12 days away and there wasn’t a single fire. The company was better than when I left.”
— Gene Williams
A powerful proof point about implementation, delegation, accountability, and what happens when owners learn from other owners.
What they get
Less conference. More working room.
A focused retreat built around practical ideas, benchmark conversations, peer advisory circles, and a strategic plan for the next stage of growth.
Peer Advisory Circles
Owners bring real challenges, get direct feedback, and leave with sharper action steps.
Benchmark Review
See how your numbers compare to high-performing contractors and the systems behind those results.
2027 Strategy Planning
Convert vision into priorities, metrics, leadership focus, and next-step execution.
Retreat Agenda
Two days that drive what matters.
Day 1 · Friday, Sept. 18
- Reset Your Vision. Refocus Your Leadership
- Best Ideas Working in Real Painting Companies Right Now
- Exclusive Benchmark Review: Growth, Profitability & Performance Rankings
- Executive Peer Problem-Solving Sessions
- Dinner, Networking & Shop Talk
Day 2 · Saturday, Sept. 19
- Leadership Clarity + Strategic Focus
- Strategic Planning Workshop for 2027
- Executive Peer Problem-Solving Sessions, Part 2
- Action Plans + Accountability Commitments
- Group Nashville Experience
Destination appeal
Come for the strategy. Stay for Music City.
Your home base is the DoubleTree by Hilton Nashville Downtown, close to the energy, restaurants, and live music that make Nashville an easy “yes” for a working retreat.
$269 / night
Cutoff: Aug. 18, 5:00 PM CDT
Nashville, TN
Strategy by day.
Music City by night.
After a full day of collaborative discussions, strategic workshops, and honest peer-to-peer conversations, unwind and connect with fellow contractors in the energy of Nashville’s legendary nightlife. Strategy by day, Music City by night — where meaningful business growth and unforgettable experiences come together.
MUSIC CITY
If you’re serious about growth, get in the room.
Limited seats. Maximum impact. Two days with contractors who are actually building the businesses APPC members want to own.
Questions? Contact APPC support ·