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NADRA's May 16 2024 Southeast Region Networking Event Recap
We couldn't have asked for a better day!
It started with board members coming from near and far for a morning meeting of the NADRA Board of Directors.
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Not present in person but on ZOOM were: Bruce & Judy Verblaauw, Mike Reason and Tom Horvat. | |
Our evening continued with 75+ Industry Professionals gathering at the Governor's Gun Club in Kennesaw , GA for networking, dinner, raffles and a good old-fashioned shooting contest. | |
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Vincent Carrubba, NADRA's Board President, greeted guests and members, highlighting the continuation of our year-long celebration of NADRA’s 20th Anniversary and exciting membership growth. He went on to provide an update on code, education and this year’s Deck Expo, touching on collaboration and networking, education and training, awareness, advocacy in CODE and our Deck For A Soldier® program.
Watch the live video HERE
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Shotgun Showdown Winner
Congratulations go to Ty Nowell, from ProWood/Deckorators, for winning the Skeet Shooting Contest with a score of 21 out of 25 and to Alec Price for being a close runner up!
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And to all the raffle winners! (some shown below) | |
Thank You Event Sponsors for your participation and support! Your commitment to our industry is instrumental in creating memorable experiences, like our networking events, for all attendees. | |
- IG Railing
- Builders FirstSource
- Compton Sales, Inc.
- Digger Specialties, Inc.
- Bin There Dump That
- HomeBuddy
- L'accents
- Master Home Remodeling Services
- Decks and Docks Lumber Company
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- Metwood Building Solutions
- Southeastern Underdeck Systems
- Eva-Last
- Screens of Georgia
- Upgrade
- New Castle Steel
- Regal Ideas
- TimberTown LLC
- Key-Link Fencing & Railing
- ProWood/Deckorators
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Save The Date: September 26th - Southeast Region Networking Event at the Governor's Gun Club, Kennesaw, GA! Stay tuned for a Northeast Region Networking Event announcement. Date Coming Soon! | |
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Deck Safety Month® is Never Over
Deck Safety is a year-round commitment and while our safety month is coming to an end, we've put together three tools that you can use right now to help you maximize your profits while keeping your past and future customers safe and awestruck with your design and construction.
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Residential Market Reports: maximize your marketing by identifying those in your marketplace with existing decks, patios, docks, etc. and reach out to aid in maintaining their outdoor spaces.
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Second Edition of Deck Construction: Keep your current and past customers' decks up to date with the latest codes for decks. Grab yourself a copy (with our discount applied, of course!) and be a hero in your neighborhood. Use our special promo code: NADRA2021IRC and purchase.
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10-Point Consumer Safety Checklist: Deck safety is a year-round endeavor and your customers should be made aware of issues that can crop up pertaining to the maintenance of their decks. Share this checklist with your customers to help them maintain their decks.
Thank You to Our Deck Safety Month® Ambassadors:
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It's Not Too Late To Become A Deck Safety Ambassador!
Did you know your logo remains on the website all year long?
Click HERE to receive the official 2024 Deck Safety Ambassador Badge. Benefit packages are highlighted on the registration page with logos remaining on the website all year long.
If you have any questions, please send an email to info@NADRA.org. We are here to help!
Not a member yet? Learn more HERE
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Tested by NADRA Members: Exclusive Decking Leads
HomeBuddy delivers 100% exclusive home-owner leads or set appointments. Plus, qualifying NADRA deck builder members can test our leads and only pay a set marketing cost if you make a sale. See if you qualify and book a call...Learn More
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NADRA's Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification Class
Thursday, July 25, 2024 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.
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NADRA's Decks Done Right Class Two Day Live Webinar
Part I: Monday, August 12, 2024
from 9AM - 2PM ET - Live
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Part II: Monday, August 19, 2024 from 9AM - 2PM ET - Live
Webinar
10 hour, two-part series (each day 5 hours) via LIVE zoom webinar presented by Jim Mailey
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Upcoming Education Schedule / Registration Opening Soon!
- NADRA Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification – October 17, 2024
- NADRA Decks Done Right Education® 2 Part Series – December 5 & 12, 2024
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NJ Decks and Railing & The Trades Podcast News: Bruce and Judy Verblaauw were recently interviewed by Jeff Mudd about client relations and first hand experiences running a successful company as husband and wife...Listen Here
Superior Outdoor Products (Superior) and Key-link News: Superior and Key-link are celebrating a multi-decade partnership with Tri-State Forest Products, Inc...Read More
Builders FirstSource News: Builders FirstSource proudly announced that its recent Annual Charity Event for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) successfully raised over $1 million for LLS...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, partnership and events. We do not publish third party or product type content within this section with the exception of Gold and Silver Premier Members. If you are interested in marketing your products please see our Media Kit HERE. Not a member? Consider joining HERE. Send your Members News to info@NADRA.org.
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Create Accessible Spaces
Enhance outdoor accessibility and safety with Westbury ADA Handrail, meticulously designed to meet ADA standards and to create inclusive outdoor living spaces...Learn More
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Waterproof Your Deck
Protect the substructure of a deck from the damaging effects of moisture, rot and mold by installing Trex® Protect™ joist, beam and rim tape…Learn More.
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UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS: | |
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Learn About the Best Framing You Can Offer
Join Product and Training Application Specialist, Pat Maher for an introduction to revolutionary TimberTech Aluminum Framing — the best substructure for a high-performance, long-lasting deck.
This FREE presentation will last approximately one hour, including time for your questions and answers.
Don’t miss the opportunity to level-up your expertise.
*Clicking the meeting link at the meeting time will take you directly to the training.
Jun 4 9am CDT, 10am EDT, 7am PDT
Jun 4 1pm CDT, 2pm EDT, 11am PDT
Jun 6 9am CDT, 10am EDT, 7am PDT
Jun 6 1pm CDT, 2pm EDT, 11am PDT
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Unlock the Power of Automation & Digital Employees
Join Adam Gollan, founder of A.D.A.M., on Thursday, June 13th at 11 am ET for a discussion on how to increase your efficiency 3x's while working 500 hours less every year maximizing profits and freedom in your business and your life.
Learn how to transform your business by being more Automated, Aligned, and Attractive to the ideal customer online.
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Did you know? 86% of attendees have a purchasing role or that 63% of attendees come to gather product info for future purchases.
Exhibiting at the 2024 PSP/Deck Expo offers a multitude of benefits, making it a pivotal platform for businesses in the industry.
Whether you're looking to go to market with your new product or expand your existing foothold, PSP/Deck Expo is the only event in North America that truly captures an international audience of pool, spa, and outdoor living professionals...Read More
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How Business Leaders Can Empower All Employees to Maximize Revenue
By Christina Kosmowski
Leaders often adopt a dated mindset that views these supporting roles as cost centers, rather than revenue drivers. Empowering and elevating employees has an incredibly positive impact on the bottom line, but this needs to come from managers who intentionally foster a culture of appreciation and...Read More
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How Leaders Can Change Their Company Cultures by Changing Themselves
By April White
Once upon a time, employers could consider (and treat) employees as if they were disposable. This attitude, fueled by a belief that anyone was replaceable at any moment, flooded employees with enough fear to keep them around. That nightmare never should have existed and now has been revealed for...Read More
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