Outdoor Living Stage

The Central Hub of Deck Expo

Designed for professionals in the construction, landscaping, and home improvement industries. The stage is set in an open, inviting area that mimics a natural outdoor environment, with lush greenery, deck elements, and seating to reflect the very topics being discussed. Including the "Decks Done Right" Series by Simpson Strong-Tie.

Attendees will be immersed in sessions covering deck building techniques, outdoor living design trends, and construction-focused marketing strategies. Whether you're a seasoned builder, a designer looking to expand your expertise, or a business owner seeking growth strategies, this stage is the perfect place to gain insights and network with industry leaders.

Expect these highlights:

NOV 13. - 12:00PM-12:45PM

Deck Power Panel: Marketing to the Max: Craft Creative Marketing Campaigns

Marketing expert and Deck Specialist columnist April Edwards moderates a panel of three of the nation’s leading deck builders—Mike Mitchell, Andy Henley, and Levi Tippetts—discussing how to effectively and economically deliver impactful marketing campaigns to capitalize on potential business and spur future growth.

NOV 13. - 1:00PM-1:45PM

Deck Power Panel: Elevate Your Decking Business to the Next Level

Maximizing the profitability of every outdoor living job while continuing to grow your business requires careful planning. Deck Specialist magazine’s Chuck Casey moderates a panel of three of the nation’s leading deck builders— Brendan Casey, and Andy Henley—discussing strategies to take your deck business to its highest level.

NOV 12. - 1:00PM-1:45PM

A Picture's Worth a Thousand Words

Learn how to make your work stand out by taking high-quality photos on the job site. This hands-on session will show you how to use your phone or tablet to capture stunning images, use photo editing apps, and even operate drones for unique perspectives.

NOV 12. - 11:00AM-12:00AM

Decks Done Right: Footings, Post Bases, and Beams

Building a safe and strong deck starts at the ground level, and that means having a sound concrete footing with the proper post base that supports the post and loading above.

NOV 13. - 1:00PM-1:45PM

Deck Power Panel: Elevate Your Decking Business to the Next Level

Maximizing the profitability of every outdoor living job while continuing to grow your business requires careful planning.

Deck Specialist magazine’s Chuck Casey moderates a panel of three of the nation’s leading deck builders discussing strategies to take your deck business to its highest level.

NOV 14. - 11:00AM-11:45AM

Category Shift to Glass Railing

The category shift to frameless glass railign is quite pent up in the LBM (lumber building materials) industry as the lumber industry has primarily walked away from glass railing systems, while the market demand has steadily been pushing for "better view" systems.

NOV 12. - 3:00PM-3:45PM

Outdoor Living Biophilic Design

Explore the principles of biophilic design and how to incorporate them into outdoor living spaces. Learn how connecting with nature through design can enhance the well-being of your clients and create beautiful, functional outdoor environments.

NOV 13. - 2:15PM-3:15PM

Decks Done Right: Corrosion & Pressure Treated Wood

Most deck experts say that the average life expectancy of a typical deck is somewhere between 10 to 20 years. When decks are exposed to the elements, deterioration, rot, decay and corrosion can occur on both the wood members and steel connectors and fasteners.

Last Years Highlights

If you're serious about your pool or deck business, come Deck Out at Deck Expo.
It’s where you’ll meet your community of peers, network with pros, and discover the latest in tools and techniques.