Education & Learning
Get ready for World of Concrete
By Emma Richardson. Explore the international event dedicated to the concrete and masonry industries. Construction professionals are heading to Las Vegas in January for the World of Concrete (WOC) where concrete and masonry industries will come together at an international event focused on the people, products and ideas shaping these essential trades. The ...
ELEVATE your outdoor business
By Emma Peterson. Get ready for over 70 hours of practical learning, peer insight and business momentum at this year’s ELEVATE show. The annual ELEVATE expo, hosted by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP), brings landscape and lawn care professionals from across the country for three days of “practical learning, peer ...
Find practical business boosters at HNA
By The Coffee Shops®. Hardscape North America’s business-focused education sessions give contractors ways to improve leadership, profitability, marketing and long-term growth. Success in the hardscape industry takes more than strong installation skills. Leadership, marketing, financial and planning skills are also needed to guide their businesses through changing markets and new ...
The outdoor living industry’s annual reunion
By Emma Peterson. Gather with peers in New Orleans for the 2026 Deck Expo to reconnect, discover new ideas, celebrate industry successes and prepare for another year of growth. In just a few weeks, the 2026 Deck Expo will be taking over the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana! ...
Irrigation Association announces Andy Papathanassiou as 2026 Irrigation Show keynote speaker
The Irrigation Association has secured Andy Papathanassiou, NASCAR’s first pit crew coach and a nationally recognized expert in leadership, teamwork and high-performance organizations, as the keynote speaker. The Irrigation Association has secured Andy Papathanassiou, NASCAR’s first pit crew coach and a nationally recognized expert in leadership, teamwork and high-performance organizations, as ...
Your guide to the biggest events at HNA 2026
By Emma Peterson. From Mike Holmes' keynote and the National Installer Championship to industry celebrations and Louisville nightlife, HNA 2026 delivers far more than education and exhibits. This October 21-23, Hardscape North America (HNA) is coming to Louisville, Kentucky! Co-located with the Equip Expo, this show is a can’t miss event for ...
Go all in on irrigation
By Emma Peterson. The 2026 Irrigation Show gives attendees the connections and insights needed to succeed! Each year, the Irrigation Association puts together the Irrigation Show. This show brings professionals from all parts of the industry and corners of the United States together to level up the outdoor industry and ...
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Deck Expo
By Emma Peterson. Take professional development, education and networking further at this leading outdoor professional event. In 2018, backyards and outdoor spaces began to rise as a selling point for homeowners across the country. In response, Informa and North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) created the Deck Expo! This ...
Equip Expo 2026 tackles the 5 greatest business challenges facing landscapers and contractors head on
Industry experts to discuss how business owners can support thier companies. . Finding good employees. Protecting profit margins. Getting more done with fewer people. Winning profitable customers. Preparing a business for whatever comes next. The managed landscaping industry is confronting these challenges every day. Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living ...
Join the Irrigation Show & Education Week in Las Vegas
By The Coffee Shops®. Don’t miss the irrigation industry’s ultimate event for technology, education and networking. The irrigation industry's biggest annual gathering is heading to Las Vegas, Nevada, December 7-10, 2026, and the Irrigation Association is encouraging professionals to secure their spot now. The 2026 Irrigation Show brings together contractors, ...
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