Hardscape North America Announces Lineup for Contractor Briefings

275 HNALOUISVILLE, Ky. – Hardscape North America plans an information-packed schedule of free Contractor Briefing sessions, including one of OSHA and silica, during the 2017 event here this October.

“The briefings are designed to be quick, drop-in sessions where contractors can learn about trending topics in the industry and pick up innovative ideas to help grow their businesses,” said Charles McGrath, executive director of the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI). “We’re excited to have a dynamic lineup of experts to share their knowledge.”

These 20-minute briefings will take place Oct. 19 and Oct. 20 in the trade-show floor classroom located directly behind the ICPI Booth (#20010) at the Kentucky Exhibition Center.

The schedule includes:

OSHA’s New Crystalline Silica Regulation – Oct. 20, 11:30 a.m.

Five Ways to Future Proof Your Hardscape Business – Oct. 20, 1 p.m.

Opportunities for Permeable Pavers in Residential and Commercial Markets – Oct. 20, 9:30 a.m.

Five Ways Mobile Phones Are Changing Online Marketing – Oct. 19, 2:30 p.m.

ICPI Installer Certification, Advanced Designations and Their Value — Oct. 19, 9:30 a.m.

How to Make Your Personal and Organizational Success Go Off the Charts – Oct. 19, 11:30 a.m.

The BIZ-BUILDER BLUEPRINT for Contractors – Oct. 19, 1 p.m.

HNA 2017 early-bird registration is available for $15 (fees increase after Sept. 8). HNA registration includes the Contractor Briefings, access to both HNA and GIE+EXPO indoor exhibits, access to the 20-acre Outdoor Demonstration Area, entrance to the HNA Hardscape Project Awards Presentation on Oct. 19 and three free concerts at Fourth Street Live! in downtown Louisville.

Other education opportunities at the trade show, which can be added to your registration, include live Hardscape Demos, eight Conference Sessions, Pre-show Installer Courses and the HNA Dealer Program.

Hardscape North America (HNA) brings top-notch education, certification courses, products and technology to contractors and installers who build segmental pavements and retaining walls. HNA features indoor and outdoor exhibits displaying state-of-the-art tools and products, demonstrations and networking opportunities. Hardscape North America is an Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) event and endorsed by the National Association of Concrete Masonry (NCMA) and the Brick Industry Association (BIA).

For more information or to register, go to www.HardscapeNA.com.


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