Hardscape North America Expands Education Offerings with Real-World Learning Opportunities for 2025 Show
Hardscape North America (HNA) is raising the bar on industry education with an exciting slate of new and expanded learning opportunities at this year’s show, October 22-24 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. From cutting-edge technical sessions to hands-on demos and expert-led roundtables, this year’s lineup is designed to give hardscape and landscape professionals practical tools they can apply immediately to their businesses.
Among the must-attend new offerings:
Pre-Show Installer Courses: Choose from entry-level options like Concrete Paver Installer (CPI), Segmental Retaining Walls (SRW), and Manufactured Stone Veneer (MSV), or advanced courses like Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement (PICP) and Advanced Residential SRW (ARSRW) All courses now include the online certification exam with live results – pass the test and meet the installation experience requirements to apply for CMHA certification.
CDL Driver Information Session: Stay up to date on licensing laws, application requirements, DACH, HAZMAT, and more.
Contractor Roundtables: Join fellow hardscape professionals for an open, peer-driven roundtable discussion focused on the real-world challenges and experiences facing contractors today.
Integrating Utilities into Hardscapes: Discover best practices for seamlessly integrating utilities into your projects, from planning utility service upgrades to managing subcontractors for installation.
Natural Stone Trends: Stay ahead of customer preferences with insights on the latest materials and design directions.
Stewarding Faith in Business: Learn how to align personal values with professional growth in this unique, thought-provoking session led by Sam Gembel.
Profit with Lighting Expert Panel: Gain actionable advice on how to maximize profits by adding lighting solutions to your services. This session by AMP Lighting is included with your trade show registration.
Hands-On Demo – Designing and Building Stairs, Returns & Columns: This is one of 6 Hardscape Demos led by Local Roots Landscaping where you’ll learn expert techniques that will elevate your designs and add value to your installations.
Plus, don’t miss the Opening Keynote with Jesse Cole, founder of the Savannah Bananas, brought to you by Equip Exposition and sponsored by Kress and included with your trade show registration. Known for transforming the fan experience with outrageous promotions and a "fans first" philosophy, Cole will share how to stand out, create unforgettable customer experiences, and build a business that people can’t stop talking about.
2024 attendee Ashley Elzea with Stone Age Construction in Snohomish, WA said attending HNA was “an absolute game-changer” for her business. “The educational sessions were incredibly informative, providing key insights that have directly impacted the growth and expansion of our business. The HNA experience gave us both the knowledge and the network to take things to the next level. I can’t recommend it enough for anyone looking to grow their business and connect with industry leaders.”
Be a VIP and Save
For attendees who want the ultimate learning experience, the VIP Pass provides all-access to:
15 educational sessions
6 hardscape demos
2 exclusive hardscape workshops
1 industry lighting session
Valued at $2,000, the pass is available for just $249 or $209 for CMHA, BIA, and NSI members. Add a CMHA contractor or dealer annual membership during registration and enjoy even greater savings.
HNA education is sponsored by WeberMT. For full education details and registration, visit: hardscapena.com/education-demos.
Trade show registration is $30 until September 4 when the price goes up to $60. Onsite registration will be $120.* For information, call (888) 580-9960 or visit HardscapeNA.com. Now through August 29, one registrant will be randomly selected each Friday to win a $100 gift card – just for signing up to attend.**
HNA is produced by the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) and is endorsed by the Brick Industry Association (BIA) and Natural Stone Institute (NSI). Platinum Sponsor: Colmet; Gold Sponsor: Nicolock; Silver Sponsor: Keystone Hardscapes.
*Registration for non-exhibiting vendors, manufacturers, suppliers, ad agencies and media sales is $450.
**Visit hardscapena.com/registration-sweepstakes for sweepstakes rules.
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About Hardscape North America
Hardscape North America (HNA) is THE hardscape show for contractors and dealers/distributors. Its focus is to bring top-notch education including certification courses, products and technology to contractors and installers who build segmental pavements and retaining walls and to provide networking opportunities. HNA features indoor and outdoor exhibits displaying state-of-the-art tools and products and trade show floor demonstrations and offers the latest technology for contractors. To learn more about HNA, visit HardscapeNA.com or call (888) 580-9960. The show is produced by the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association and co-located with Equip Exposition.
About CMHA
The Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) is the authority for segmental concrete products and systems, which are the best value and preferred choice for resilient pavement, structures, and living spaces. CMHA promotes the acceptance and use of segmental concrete products and systems in the United States and Canada. For more information, visit MasonryAndHardscapes.org.