Hardscape North America (HNA), scheduled for Oct. 19-21, 2022, in Louisville, Ky., is the nation’s largest hardscape event. HNA will feature new products, technology, interactive exhibits and education for the hardscape and landscape industry.
“With opportunities for shopping the newest products, test driving, learning installation techniques and business-building tips, attendees can customize their experience to get the best value for their investment,” said Charles McGrath, executive director of the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI). “We hear from attendees every year that they returned home armed with the knowledge and tools to advance their businesses.”
Popular features include:
- Hardscape House and Outdoor Demonstration Area where attendees can learn from live demos, watch the Installer Championships and get behind the controls of equipment
- The opening keynote, which will feature golf and television personality David Feherty
- Free concerts, including country star Trace Adkins, at Fourth Street Live!
- Education sessions and installer courses that offer certification, business skills and marketing tools
Hardscape Demos
The Hardscape Demos will be led by Local Roots Landscaping LLC.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19
Demo 1: Segmental Retaining Walls – 1:30-2:30 pm
Demo 2: Paver Installations – 3:30-4:30 pm
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20
Demo 3: Hardscape Toolbox – 9:30-10:30 am
Demo 4: New Products and Ideas – 12:00-1:00 pm
Demo 5: Water and Fire Features – 2:30-3:30 pm
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21
Demo 6: Outdoor Kitchens – 9:30-10:30 am
Education Sessions
Education Sessions feature various topics led by industry professionals.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19
Education Session 1: Selling with Confidence by Understanding People’s Buying Styles – 9:30-10:45 am
Education Session 2: Uncover Lost Revenues with Hardscape Maintenance – 12:15-1:30 pm
Education Session 3: How Lifestyle Trends Impact the Outdoor Living Industry – 3:00-4:15 pm
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20
Education Session 4: Don’t Let Your Employees Hold You Hostage – 9:00-10:15 am
Education Session 5: Recruitment Marketing – 9:30-10:45 am
Education Session 6: The Hardscape Efficiency Crash Course – 11:00 am-12:15 pm
Education Session 7: How to Make a Compelling Sales Offer – 11:30 am-12:45 pm
Education Session 8: Building a Budget to Price Hardscaping Jobs for Profit – 1:00-2:15 pm
Education Session 9: Is Your Marketing Working? – 1:30-2:45 pm
Education Session 10: Upselling to Homeowners – 3:00-4:15 pm
New this year, HNA will open earlier on Wednesday – 9 a.m. for dealers and noon for contractors. The outdoor exhibits will open Wednesday at noon, giving attendees three days for testing equipment. A welcome reception at Louisville Slugger Field in downtown Louisville will kick things off with food and fireworks Tuesday, Oct. 18, 6:30-9 p.m.
Tradeshow Schedule
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19
Indoor Exhibits:
9 am-5 pm for Dealers
Noon-5 pm for Contractors
Outdoor Exhibits: Noon-5 pm
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20
Indoor and Outdoor Exhibits: 9 am-5 pm
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21
Indoor Exhibits: 9 am-2 pm
Outdoor Exhibits: 9 am-1 pm
Access to the co-located Equip Exposition (formerly GIE+EXPO) is included with HNA registration.
For information, call 888-580-9960 or visit www.hardscapena.com.
HNA is produced by the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute and is endorsed by the Brick Industry Association, National Concrete Masonry Association and Natural Stone Institute.