February 6, 2025

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In This Issue:

Southeast Networking Event

Northeast Networking Event

NADRA Decks Done Right Education® Program

● NADRA Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification Program

● Welcome New Members

DeckExpo Speaker Proposals

● NADRA Poll

● Sponsored Advertising

● Industry Events

● News You Can Use

Thank you to all our Sponsored Advertisers!

NADRA NEWS:

NADRA's Regional Networking Events


Are you looking for a way to meet like-minded individuals in the outdoor living industry? Are you interested in meeting the faces behind the products you use, and some you haven't seen before?


Try something new! Join our local NADRA members in the Southeast and Northeast regions for a NADRA Networking Events!


Members & Non-Members are welcome to attend! ** If you are not yet a member of NADRA & this is your first time attending a NADRA event contact info@NADRA.org for a discount code for FREE entry! 

NADRA's Southeast Region Networking Event


Join NADRA members in the Southeast region for a Shotgun Showdown on Thursday, February 13, 2025! 


We will be meeting at the Governor's Club in Kennesaw, GA at 3:30 pm for some target and skeet shooting. Following that, we return to the club for cocktails, dinner, and networking. Product tables will be on display from our manufacturer members attending this event. 

 

Not interested in shooting? That's ok! Arrive by 6 pm for cocktails, dinner, product display tables, and more!

NADRA Northeast Region Networking Meeting


Join NADRA members in the Northeast region at Conclave Brewing on Tuesday, March 11, 2025! 


Step outside your comfort zone. Attend a meeting. You never know how a simple meeting of the minds can impact your success.



  • NADRA Awards Summit Recap
  • Industry & Code Update
  • Upcoming Education
  • Meet Fellow Industry Professionals
  • Learn More About NADRA
  • OPEN Beer Bar & Light Dinner

Table Top Sponsorships, including one dinner ticket, are available for NADRA Members. Not a Member? Consider joining HERE.


Thank You Shotgun Showdown Table Top Sponsors! 

  • MOSO North America Inc.
  • Wahoo Building Products
  • Builders FirstSource
  • Compton Sales / Fortress
  • L'accents
  • Keylink
  • Southeastern Underdeck Systems
  • New Castle Steel
  • FastenMaster

NADRA's Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification Class


Friday, February 28, 2025 from 9AM - 2PM ET - Live Webinar


The industry’s best resource for learning how to safely evaluate a deck. Includes a 48-page manual, and certification.


ICC approved for .40 Credits. AIBD, ASHI, and InterNACHI approved for 4 CEU's.


Upcoming Classes - Save the Dates - Registration Opening SOON!

Friday, April 29, 2025

Thursday, Nov 23, 2025

NADRA's Decks Done Right Education® Two Day Class


Part I: Tuesday, March 18, 2025

from 9AM - 2PM ET - Live

Webinar


Part II: Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 9AM - 2PM ET - Live

Webinar


This 10 hour, two-part series was developed for deck construction based on the entirety of the system. 


Upcoming Classes - Save the Dates - Registration Opening SOON!

Thursday, October 2 & 9, 2025

REGISTER FOR NADRA's DECK EVALUATION / INSPECTION CERTIFICATION CLASS ON FEB 28th
REGISTER FOR NADRA’S DECKS DONE RIGHT EDUCATION® TWO DAY CLASS: MAR 18th & 25th
REGISTER FOR NADRA EVENTS TODAY!

Welcome New NADRA Members!


NADRA connects and empowers great ideas and great people to collaborate together, and inspire leadership and achievement within the industry.


"I believe that we are only as strong as the company we keep. After 20 years I can say, with confidence, that we are surrounded by the best people in this Industry"~ Michael Beaudry, Executive Vice President, North American Deck and Railing Association 


Join us in welcoming our New NADRA Members 


Alexander Johns, A&S Construction of Louisville, Inc.

Andy Heilman, Heilman Deck and Fence

Brad Mathers, Brava Creations Inc.

Chad Hilweh, Hawaii Deck Builders

Charles Holder, Central Florida Landscaping Inc.

Chris Arambula, Deck Systems Inc.

David Austin, ReDeck Virginia

Dylan Thomas, Solutions 4 Design

Eric Stenger, SEED Development and Design

Greg Fisher, RGS Exteriors

James Burns, Burns Home Performance

Jarred Frescura, Solutions 4 Design

Jason Robnett, 3D Benchmark Builders

Jeremy Scott, DECKX

John Hayes, Hayes Construction

Katie Basham, Deck Systems Inc.

Kenny Ritter, ICOR Building & Remodeling LLC

Kyle Graf, Wahoo Building Products

Renan Maia, Concept Decks

Ron Phillips, Six Star Decks Inc

Steve Dillon, VEKA Outdoor Living Products

Taylor Atkinson, Maple Leaf Carpentry

Tim Schultz, West Deck Ltd

Tim Ballard, Parksite

Zac Knoblauch, Rigid Deck Company, LLC


"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much."~Helen Keller


Discover a community of Industry Professionals waiting to uplift and inspire you! Find out more about membership benefits HERE or recommend NADRA to your network today!

DeckExpo Accepting Speaker Proposals


DeckExpo is accepting speaker proposals for the 2025 event, to be held October 22-24, 2025 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada!

Showcase your expertise, build your network, and impact the future of the backyard industry by speaking at DeckExpo. 


Whether you are a seasoned trainer or someone who's been thinking of giving it a try, we want to hear from you!


Share your expertise and submit your proposal by February 21, 2025!

SUBMIT YOUR DECKEXPO SPEAKER PROPOSAL HERE

NADRA Awards Summit Poll


The NADRA National+ Deck Competition is in its 16th year.


Our first 11 Awards Events were held during DeckExpo week. The last five Awards Summits have been held in Clearwater Beach, Florida. 


We want to hear from you!


Please take two seconds to answer the NADRA Awards Summit Poll HERE.

SPONSORED CONTENT:

Empowering Builders: DSI's Westbury Pro Rewards Program!


Calling all deck builders, remodelers, and contractors! Elevate your business with DSI's Westbury Pro Rewards Program. Dive into exclusive perks tailored for you. Learn how our program can enhance your building journey.

NADRA MEMBER RESOURCES:

Did You Know?


That NADRA offers On-Demand Education:


  • MDP-CODE Education Program developed and presented by Building Code College, Glenn Mathewson.
  • How To Build A free Standing Deck presented by M.T. Copeland.
  • Wood Restoration Advance developed and presented by Deck Restoration, Wizard of Wood, Everett Abrams.


For more information click HERE.

It's Never TOO Late...


Add your "Proud Member" logo to your website TODAY! Log in to the Member’s Only Section to download HERE.

PRODUCT SHOWCASE:

Get Outside the Everyday


Starting with the Solid Core Difference™ for 360° protection, we've led with innovations like CoolDeck® for comfort, TruTexture™ for beauty, and DiamondDefense™ for durability...Learn More

NADRA MEMBERS NEWS:

Digger Specialties Inc. (DSI) News: DSI announced the expansion of its distribution network into the Colorado market...Read More


Simpson Strong-Tie News: Simpson Strong-Tie supports American Red Cross efforts in Los Angeles...Read More


Deck Builder Marketers News: April Edwards sits down with Micheal Beaudry, Executive Director of NADRA, live from DeckExpo 2024...Read More


MOSO North America News: MOSO North America Inc. announced the joint hiring of first-ever MOSO Deck Specialist...Read More


New Castle Steel and BlueLinx News: New Castle Steel announced strategic partnership with BlueLinx...Read More


Pacific Woodtech (PWT) News: PWT announced that Treated LVL was recognized for design excellence by The Chicago Athenaeum...Read More


Builders FirstSource News: Builders FirstSource announced the acquisition of O.C. Cluss Lumber & Building Supplies...Read More


Submit Your Member News Today! NADRA Members, send us your news and tell us what is going on in your lives. "Members News" is for story-based information about NADRA Member companies, staff, and community/industry activities such as new hires, mergers, acquisitions, collaborations, expansions, partnerships, and events. Send your Member's News to info@NADRA.org. NOTE: NADRA does not publish third-party or product-type content within this section except for Gold and Silver Premier Members. If you are interested in marketing your products please see the Media Kit HERE.

UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS:

NADRA EVENTS:


NADRA Southeast Shotgun Showdown February 13, 2025 at the Governor's Club in Kennesaw, GA! Register HERE.


NADRA Northeast Region Networking Meeting March 11, 2025 at Conclave Brewing in Raritan Twp, NJ! Register HERE.


Not yet a member of NADRA & this is your first time attending a NADRA Networking Event? Contact info@NADRA.org for a discount code for FREE entry! 


NADRA Education Schedule


  • NADRA Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification – February 28, 2025 – Register HERE
  • NADRA Decks Done Right Education® 2 Part Series – March 18 & 25, 2025 – Register HERE


Save the Dates for Upcoming NADRA Education: Registration Opening Soon!

  • NADRA Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification
  • April 29, 2025
  • November 23, 2025
  • NADRA Decks Done Right Education® 2 Part Series
  • October 2 & 9, 2025


NADRA On-Demand Education HERE


For more information about NADRA Events HERE

NARI Nights, Feb 11, 2025 in Buford, GA...Read More


IDEAS SHOW, Feb 20, 2025 in King of Prussia, PA...Read More


NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), Feb 25-27, 2025 in Las Vegas, NV...Read More


Atlantic Builders Convention, Mar 25-27, 2025 in Atlantic City, NJ...Read More


JCL LIVE Residential Construction Show, Mar 27-29, 2025 in Providence, RI...Read More


NARI Atlanta's Cutting Edge: Remodeling Education Expo, April 24, 2025 in Sandy Springs, GA...Read More

NEWS YOU CAN USE:

Five Powerful Ways to Use Thought Leadership to Grow Your Business

By Peter Economy


In this fast-changing world, it’s more important than ever to stand out from the sea of sameness. As a result, thought leadership has become an essential tool—not only to boost brand value....Read More

Seven Leadership Styles to Utilize in 2025

By Alexander Duck


Managing a team or running an organization is no easy task. Understanding the different functions and approaches to leadership, however, can help. It is worth noting that most leaders combine several...Read More

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