Big News! NADRA’s 2025 Summit & Annual Awards Gala is Scheduled! | |
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Hotel registration opening soon!
Sneak peek of benefits:
- 2 Beach Chairs and 1 Umbrella on the beach
- Signature Welcome Beverage
- Children 5 years old & under eat free per paying adult for breakfast in Ocean Hai
- 10% off retail in Pallavi Luxury Spa
- Onsite dining discount passport
- Complimentary coffee in the lobby (3am-6am, daily)
- Pool towels for resort area use
- Pool Pampering, Activities & Entertainment
- High-speed WI-FI in guest rooms
- Unlimited Local and toll-free calls
- In-room Keurig coffee maker with premium coffees and teas
- Access to 24-hour state of the art Fitness Center
- Access to Business Center
- Local and National Newspaper (available in the lobby)
- 4 Bottles of Water
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NADRA Members: Would You Like The Chance to Win a DRONE?
We’re excited to celebrate one year of NADRA’s exclusive member online community, NADRA Connect!
For the next four weeks, we will be offering a special giveaway: Members who log in and make a post in the NADRA Connect community between March 21 and April 21st will be entered into a prize giveaway and have the chance to win a DRONE!
The winner will be randomly chosen and announced in the NADRA Connect community and in the NADRA Brief on April 22nd.
How to activate your NADRA Connect account:
Also, we highly recommend using a Chrome browser when accessing the community.
Feel free to use this as an opportunity to ask a question, share advice, or celebrate your professional successes in the NADRA online community, NADRA Connect!
Member Questions? Email: Info@NADRA.org
Not a Member? Click HERE
Platform Questions: Reach out to NADRA Connect Community Manager at lberg@tradewing.com.
Good luck!
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Are You Registered For The NADRA Networking Event?
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at the Chimney Rock in Flemington, New Jersey from 6:00PM - 9:00PM EST.
Members & Non-Members Welcome!
Step out of your comfort zone and join in on some industry networking. You never know how a simple chat can supercharge your success.
If you are not yet a member of NADRA & this is your first time attending a NADRA event, email Info@NADRA.org to request a promo code for FREE entry!
Thank you to our sponsors: Decks & Docks Lumber Co., FastenMaster, HomeBuddy, IG Railing, Key-Link Fencing & Railing, L'accents, Master Halco, Metwood Building Solutions, MoistureShield, Trex Company, and Westbury Aluminum Railing by Digger Specialties Inc
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NADRA Code Committee Meeting Recap | |
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Recap from the NADRA Code meeting held March 5, 2024 at Simpson Strong-Tie’s Manufacturing and Training Center northeast of Dallas:
There are so many people to thank for making the March Code Committee Meeting happen! A special thanks to the people who travelled to meet with their chairs: Erik Farrington, Mike Sawka, Jack Butler, Aaron Allgyer, Michael Beaudry, and Margie Beaudry.
Mark Guthrie, Loren Ross, and John Kozal laid out the 2 day agenda with all 4 subcommittee chairs:
Gary Kauffman – Railing
Billy Viars – Decking
Koby Vicksman – Liaison with Trade Organizations
Brian Breukelman – Canadian Code
In today’s world, the use of connecting with other people through Microsoft Teams is always welcomed. With that being said Gary Ehrlich, Jeff Miller, Ed Lisinski, Tom Zuzik, Stuart Dimery, Leigh Graham, Martin Crepeau, and Chad Chislett came online to also be a part of this important meeting.
Each Subcommittee Chair was given about two hours to discuss what is happening in their segment plus review the outside proposals submitted for 2027 ICC Code Cycle known as Group A. Loren Ross took the time to sort through all of the proposals in order to help all of the Subcommittees know what to focus on...Read More
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Westbury Sorrento Mesh Railing
Westbury Sorrento Mesh Railing Arrives April 2, 2024!
Elevate your projects with 4', 5', and 6' sections, 36" or 42" heights, and 2-3/8" mesh. Easily blends with existing Westbury® Posts and Accessories...
Download Flyer
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Grow Your Business with Outdoor Design Software
Simpson Strong-Tie® offers deck, pergola and fence software making it easier to design strong and safe outdoor structures in minutes, print a materials list and permit submittal pages. Learn more HERE or call (800) 999-5099.
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NADRA's Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification Program
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
9am - 2pm EST - 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 with time for Q&A.
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Hands-On Excellence: Westbury's Pro Rewards Certification
Elevate your craft with Westbury Pro Rewards! Delve into the journey of becoming a Certified Master Pro, unlocking exclusive perks for deck builders. Level up your expertise and reap the rewards!...Learn More
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Simpson Strong-Tie News: Simpson Strong-Tie has promoted Annie Kao to a newly created position of Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Engagement...Read More
Trex Company News: was recognized as a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2024 Sustainable Innovation Awards...Read More
PTW News: PWT welcomes Steve Killgore, Mulrooney Award Recipient, to Board of Directors as Special Advisor...Read More
RDI News: RDI® Railing announced the launch of its new website, along with updates to all of its social media feeds...Read More
Key-Link Fencing & Railing and Wolf Home Products News: Key-Link announced their expansion into three Midwestern states with distributor Wolf Home Products ...Read More
TimberTown USA, Inc. News: TimberTown USA announced the Grand Opening in Chapel Hill, TN with ribbon cutting ceremony, door prizes, axe throwing, food, drink and entertainment...Read More
IG Railing News: Parksite partners with IG Railing in its New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Maryland territories...Read More
Submit Your Member News Today! NADRA Members, send us your news, and tell us what is going on in your lives. Send your Members News to info@NADRA.org. Your news may be shared in NADRA's Industry Brief. Occasionally, we share members’ news on our website and social media channels as well. We cannot guarantee your news will be shared, but we will make every effort to do so.
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New Horizontal Cable Rail
Introducing Horizontal Cable Rail for TimberTech’s Impression Rail Express Collection. This infill is perfect for creating a sleek, modern look with a nearly unobstructed view...Learn More
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Try Exclusive Decking Leads
Test HomeBuddy's 100% exclusive homeowner decking leads. Qualifying NADRA deck builder members, test our leads, and only pay if you make a sale. Book a call with us today...Learn More
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UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS: | |
JLC LIVE'24
March 21-23, 2024 in Providence, RI, JLC LIVE New England attracts thousands of builders, remodelers and crews from across New England who are looking to perfect their skills and build their businesses...Read More
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Tague Lumber Attempts GUINNESS WORLD RECORD
Tague Lumber is excited to announce the new date for their attempt to break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS for the most people knocking on wood simultaneously. This record breaking attempt will take place on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Tague Lumber of Doylestown...Read More
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November 12-14, 2024 Dallas, TX, Deck Expo is the ultimate decking, railing, and outdoor living show in North America featuring thousands of decking and outdoor living products.
This event partnership actively collaborates across the entire pool, spa, backyard, and decking industries to bring you the most comprehensive array of client meetings, education, and technology all in one place...Read More
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20 Tips For Business Leaders Trying to Attract Their Target Audience
By FastCompany Executive Board
When your brand is competing in a saturated market, it’s important to figure out how to stand out from other businesses. But it’s not about being the loudest voice online or placing out-of-home...Read More
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3 Tips On Clarity, Alignment, And Leadership Skills In The Age Of AI
By Melissa Daimler
"Do you have the engagement survey results?" I asked my new employee, who had just joined the team a few weeks ago, over Slack. He promptly slacked back PDFs containing the raw...Read More
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