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Education Advisory Committee

To create our world-class educational conference program, Deck Expo staff works closely with an Education Advisory Committee to design a program that focuses on the latest trends and challenges for deck builders, installers, inspectors, and other outdoor living pros.

Our distinguished Education Advisory Committee is comprised of leaders from all aspects of the decking and outdoor living industry. Each year, the committee members review hundreds of "Call for Presentations" forms to select the best topics for the Deck Expo conference program.

We want to extend a heartfelt "Thank You" to our Advisory Committee for their time, hard work, and dedication to helping us develop the Deck Expo conference program!

Advisory Committee Members

Margie Beaudry

Margie Beaudry

Administrative Director, NADRA

Michael Beaudry

Michael Beaudry

Executive Vice President, NADRA

Chris Breen

Chris Breen

CEO, Legacy Decks Academy

Lainie Sleppin

Lainie Sleppin

Contractor, Sales and Business Development, Decks & Docks

Billy Viars

Billy Viars

Regional Sales Manager, Simpson
Strong-Tie Co, Inc

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