LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESS Newswire / November 3, 2025 / Deck ExpoNorth America's largest gathering of patio and outdoor living professionals, concluded October 24, bringing together a global audience to explore cutting-edge innovation, share industry insights and forge strategic partnerships that will shape the future of outdoor living design and construction.
Sponsored by the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA), Deck Expo brings together professionals from 40 countries to engage with leading brands, buyers and suppliers while exploring the latest trends in safety, efficiency and design. The trade show offers an extensive product range of outdoor lighting, furniture, grills, grills, fireplaces, tiles, equipment and outdoor living software, with exhibitor demonstrations taking place directly on the exhibition floor.
Keynote addresses resilience and champion mindset
The keynote presentation by Darren Woodson, former NFL player and current commercial real estate executive, drew a packed audience for a powerful lesson on strength, perseverance and excellence. Woodson shared insights from his athletic career and demonstrated how those lessons translate into effective leadership.
Focus Categories
Prominent industry experts delivered comprehensive training on highly sought-after decking and outdoor living topics. Decks Done Right, presented by Simpson Strong-Tie, featured presentations on topics ranging from foundations, post bases and beams to corrosion and pressure-treated lumber. The Outdoor Living Stage featured sessions on customer acquisition and relationship building, artificial intelligence in decking, modern marketing, future-proof business and strategic business growth. This year also saw two sessions delivered in Spanish by professional builder Tony McKlem, covering topics such as efficient bidding and sales and the effective use of social media for business.
Decking experts from Hollywood Decks, Culpeper Wood Preservers, GW Davis Co. and Simpson Strong-Tie participated in dynamic panel discussions, sharing proven strategies for attracting high-end customers, mastering the art of selling luxury outdoor living and leveraging artificial intelligence to build smarter decks. NADRA also hosted a three-day workshop titled “The Deck Business Blueprint,” presented by Legacy Deck Academy, which covered essential topics such as sales, marketing, performance and hiring.
Innovation was the focus of Deck Expo as companies unveiled groundbreaking products and services that are revolutionizing the outdoor living landscape. MoistureShield introduced CoolDeck technology, the industry's first composite decking solution designed to significantly reduce heat absorption. Simpson Strong-Tie introduced the latest collection of structurally rated fasteners and anchors designed for stronger, faster and more secure installation for outdoor professionals.
“The best minds in the industry came together this week to drive critical conversations that will positively impact the entire industry,” he shares Dana Hicks, Group Manager, Pool Spa Patio and Deck Expo. “The progress demonstrated here reflects the industry’s unwavering commitment to progress, advocacy and innovation that ultimately benefits consumers everywhere through safety standards, energy efficient practices and real breakthroughs across all categories.”
The Innovate Product Showcase showcased forward-thinking vendors with groundbreaking offerings in various categories. From cutting-edge materials and smart technology solutions to revolutionary design tools and sustainable innovations, exhibitors showcased groundbreaking products that are reshaping the future of outdoor living and building.
The award winners include:
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Deck and railing products: enEXO aluminum railing from enExoRailing Systems
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Grills and grill products: EXTERUS Outdoor Kitchen Design Software by Forshaw
“It was so great to see the diversity of suppliers of grills, saunas, outdoor lighting and heaters, as well as the many areas that make up all of outdoor living, come together at Deck Expo,” he adds Michael Beaudry, Executive Vice President of NADRA.
Practical industry training
“We make so many great connections here. We sell everything needed to build a deck, from the frame to the concrete anchors to the fasteners. Depending on the regulations and requirements of each region, there is a lot of training to help them grow and advance in this industry.” –Simpson Strong Tie.
Save the date: Deck Expo 2026
The Deck Expo takes place parallel to the International Pool Spa Patio Expo17th-19th November2026, onErnest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. For comprehensive event updates, exhibitor information and registration details, visit www.deckexpo.com.
Above Deck Expo
Deck Expo is the ultimate gathering for decking and outdoor professionals across North America. This prestigious event, proudly sponsored by NADRA (North American Deck and Railing Association), brings together industry leaders, innovators and experts to showcase the latest outdoor living solutions.
About Informat Markets
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