October 19, 2022
NADRA NEWS:
Greetings!
You are Invited! 

NADRA's Holiday Northeast Networking Meeting
When: December 6, 2022
Where: Flemington, NJ

Members & Non-Members are welcome to attend! 

Is this your first time attending a NADRA event? Contact [email protected] 
for your FREE entry code.


Event Sponsorships are available. Contact [email protected] to secure your table. (More details are available on the event page)
NADRA National+ Deck Competition is Opening
Really Soon!

NADRA’s 2022 National+ Deck Competition (#DeckComp2022) is opening r e a l l y soon!

The competition is only open to current members of NADRA. Now is a great time to join (or renew). We have not raised our dues in 16 years!!!

This month, we will send members an email directly with the 2022 official handbook. Be on the lookout.

Follow @NADRARocks on social media to hear more about new categories, deadlines, and more!
2023 NADRA Summit:

NADRA's 3-day event has a new name! Join us for the NADRA Summit at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort - March 29th - 31st, 2023!

  • Welcome Party - Wednesday Evening 3/29/23
  • Industry Education - Morning session - (TBA) - Thursday 3/30/23
  • Cocktails and Awards Dinner - 6 PM Thursday 3/30/23
  • Additional Event (TBA), NADRA Olympics & Luncheon - Friday 3/31/23

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PSP/DECKEXPO
Dive In & Deck Out! NADRA Members who attend PSP/DeckExpo receive FREE entry to Exhibits. Use Promo Code: NADR299. Learn more about registration packages HERE.
Lodging: Follow this link to secure discounted rates at a selection of Las Vegas hotels: PSP/DeckExpo Travel
NADRA EDUCATION

November 14th
8am - 4pm
Price Break! $249
Learn more below or Register HERE.
NADRA SOCIAL EVENT!

November 15th
12:00 pm
Join us for NADRA Happy Hour in
NADRA's booth #8344
NADRA ANNUAL MEETING:

November 16th at
9:00 am
LVCC West Hall

Exact Location TBA
EDUCATION AT DECKEXPO - SPECIAL PROMO!

NADRA Deck Evaluation/Inspection Certification (Price Break! $249) and-or Secrets to Build Predictable Profitable Growth

Monday, November 14, 2022
AM SESSION: 8:00 - 12:00 PST

NADRA’s Deck Evaluation/Inspection Certification Program
Price Break! $249
Continued education approved for InterNACHI, AIBD, ASHI and ICC CEU's
PM SESSION: 1:00 - 4:00 PST

Start With The End In Mind: Secrets to Build Predictable Profitable Growth 
Presented By: Chris & Amy Breen – Legacy Decks Academy
NADRA PreConference Education: All NADRA Members who register for NADRA classes held on 11/14/22 will receive a promo code to attend DeckExpo exhibits, the Welcome Party, and all “deck” related education and all Show Floor Education (Deck Education Pass) for FREE. 
Don't miss Booza-POOL-Ooza!

Wednesday, November 16th 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

The drink carts will be rolling out so you can mingle with colleagues and exhibitors for yet another networking opportunity. Carts will be across the Expo Show floor, and close to NADRA’s booth!

Admission is included with all registration types.
SPONSORED CONTENT: SummerSpace® 
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EDUCATION:
NADRA's Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification Class

Tuesday, January 10, 2023 from 9 am - 1:00 pm EDT - Live Webinar
ICC approved for .40 Credits. AIBD, ASHI, and InterNACHI approved for 4 CEU's.
Master Deck Professional CODE Certification

Earn your Master Deck Professional – CODE Certification with NADRA – fees apply for certification.

Four-part series, provided by Building Code College
Decks Done Right

Save the Dates!
December 9th & December 16th
9:00 am to 2 pm
EST - Live Webinar

10 hour, two-part series (each day 5 hours) via LIVE zoom webinar, presented by Jim Mailey
PRODUCT SHOWCASE: DICKIES®

Unbeatable Workwear, Since 1922

In 1922, Dickies was founded to make unbeatable workwear. Over the last 100 years, we've remained true to that vision.

Click HERE to receive your 20% NADRA discount.
INDUSTRY NEWS FROM NADRA MEMBERS:
AZEK® Company News: The AZEK® Company the industry-leading manufacturer of beautiful, low-maintenance and environmentally sustainable outdoor living products, including TimberTech® decking, Versatex® and AZEK® Trim and StruXure™ pergolas, is proud to announce it has been named a winner of the inaugural CohnReznick 2022 Gamechangers in ESG award...Read More

Trex Company News: Dallas Wholesale Distribution (DW Distribution), a Specialty Building Products, Inc. (SBP) brand, has teamed with Trex Company to further expand availability of the brand’s industry-leading decking and outdoor living products across the South Central region...Read More

Digger Specialties Inc. News: Builder Magazine’s newly released 2022 Builder Brand Study recognized Westbury® Aluminum Railing as the highest quality product in the Deck Railing Category. Westbury Aluminum Railing is the perfect railing system to enhance any deck or porch where wood, composite, or PVC deck boards are used...Read More

Woodbrid LLC News: Woodbrid LLC announced the launch of its fire retardant (FR) Class A decking and siding materials for commercial and residential use. The newly developed formula has been tested under the strict building fire code ASTM E84-21a, Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials...Read More
LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS:
InterNACHI's 2022 Professional Inspectors Convention 2022
October 20-22 in Ontario, CA

Attend the biggest gathering of the year of professional property inspectors, subject-matter experts, and industry service providers and vendors. Network with inspectors from across the country, take advanced hands-on workshops, attend live demonstrations, and find out how to take your business to the next level!...Learn More
The AZEK® Company Announces the Official Opening of Its New $140m Manufacturing Facility in Boise, Idaho
Business Wire

AZEK opens new $140 million Boise facility. AZEK’s first in the Western part of the United States. The 350,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility further advances AZEK’s strategy to drive material conversion to its types of sustainable, low-maintenance and environmentally sustainable outdoor living products, providing capacity that will allow the company to scale to...Read More
NEWS YOU CAN USE:
15 Tips For Refining An Ideal Client Profile To Attract More Targeted Leads
Forbes

When someone seeks out a professional service, they’re searching for the provider who can best address their current needs and, hopefully, provide sustainable solutions going forward. Likewise, businesses and entrepreneurs want to find clients who...Read More
STRONG TEAM LEADER (AND NOT JUST A CHEERLEADER)

As a team leader you have the unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of others by serving as a mentor and role model. Although you want to encourage and motivate your team, your goal is to be a strong leader, not just a cheerleader. And as you continue to grow in your abilities...Read More
Starting Up a Lien Program
LBM Journal

I am the owner of a lumber company that has been in business for over 100 years. We have never utilized the mechanics lien process much but are toying with the idea of implementing a preliminary lien notice program into our company. How would you go about this? We have long-standing...Read More
Tips for Better Communication on a Construction Site
ON THE PULSE

Without the proper forms of communication on a construction site, more accidents and hazards could arise because employees are unaware of what’s happening. Don’t overlook the need for teamwork and collaboration between crew members...Read More
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