Tom Reber
Founder, The Contractor Fight · Author of Sell Unafraid
Know Your Numbers
- Know which jobs actually make money
- Spot margin problems before they grow
- Use your numbers to make confident decisions
Speaker reel coming soon
2026 Contractor Growth Summit
Change how you run your company
There are hardly any events that teach outdoor living contractors and hardscapers how to grow their business and make more money. Too many owners feel stuck in a job, not a business: unhappy customers, discounts just to win the work, and competing against guys who won't be in business much longer. It's a race to the bottom. The 2026 Contractor Growth Summit changes that.
Thursday, October 29, 20268:00 AM – 6:00 PMHilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson
Members $149 · Non-members $249
Built around what you take home
Walk into 2027 prepared
The best time to plan for 2027 is now. AI is changing how customers find contractors, how they decide who to hire, and how the best companies run. The businesses that adapt and grow will win. The ones that don't will get left behind.
Know your numbers
See which numbers protect your margin and tell you where your company is really making money.
Own your local market
Become the contractor people already know and trust before they ever request a quote.
Lead through pressure
Build the resilience to make clear decisions when the season, the job, or the business gets hard.
Build relationships
Meet contractors, dealers, producers, and major industry brands working in your market.
Five sessions. Practical takeaways.
What you'll learn
Know Your Numbers
Tom Reber
Founder, The Contractor Fight · Author of Sell Unafraid
Understand the numbers that protect your profit, expose weak jobs early, and give you confidence to make better decisions.
The Contractor Growth Strategy
Douglas Laird
SHA Marketing Director · Showcase Phoenix
Learn how to become famous in your local market and generate high-quality leads who already want to give you their business.
Tenacity Under Pressure
Brendan McDonough
Granite Mountain Hotshots survivor · Author · Speaker
A powerful perspective on resilience, leadership, and moving forward when it feels like everything around you is burning.
Where the Industry Is Heading
Rebekah Morris
Founder & President, Arizona Builder's Exchange (AZBEX)
The trends shaping the construction market in 2027 — where the work is going, what buyers will expect, and how to position your hardscape company ahead of it.
Built to Scale
Tommy Mello
Home Service Expert · Founder of A1 Garage Door Service · Author of Home Service Millionaire
How to stop being the bottleneck: the systems, team, and culture that took a home services company past $100M, and how to apply the same thinking to your hardscape business.
Industry partners
Build relationships across the industry
The Summit is sponsored by some of the biggest names in the industry. Talk with these people face to face, get hands-on with their tools and materials, and walk out with relationships that can change how your business operates.
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Your day at the Summit
What you get
A full day away from the jobsite to get ready for 2027, including how to use AI in your business, sell to customers who rely on AI, and get found when they search with it.
- Hands-on training from industry experts, built for owners
- A room full of like-minded contractors facing the same challenges
- Networking with influential players in the industry, plus lunch
- Breakout sessions where you collaborate and grow with other owners
Get your ticket
Use your membership email to get your discounted ticket.
Tickets available
197 of 250 left
SHA member
$149
Non-member
$249
Tickets are 100% refundable until the day of the event.
- Full day of training and breakout sessions
- Lunch and networking with industry leaders
- A plan to go into 2027 prepared
- Your QR ticket by email
- A free copy of the Contractor Growth Playbook
- A free copy of Sell Unafraid from Tom Reber
Plan your trip
Travel & hotel
Stay where it happens
The Summit is at the Hilton, so you can walk from your room to the sessions. Book the night before and the night of (Oct 28–30) — Scottsdale fills up fast in late October.
Book the Hilton — dates preselectedFlying in
Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) is about 30 minutes away. Scottsdale Airport is about 15 minutes. Easy drive from anywhere in Arizona or New Mexico.
Before you buy
Frequently asked questions
What should I expect at the event?
A full day of main-stage sessions, hands-on breakout workshops, lunch, and networking with contractors, suppliers and industry brands. You'll leave with real numbers from your own business, a written plan for 2027, and books from the speakers.
Are the tickets refundable?
Yes. Every ticket is 100% refundable until the day of the event. If something comes up, just let us know and we'll refund you in full — you don't have to stress about buying early.
Can I bring my team?
Yes. At checkout you can add up to 9 team tickets, each with its own name and email. Every person gets their own QR ticket by email for fast check-in at the door.
How much are tickets at the door?
If tickets remain, they'll be $250 for SHA members and $350 for non-members at the door. Buying now locks in today's lower online price.
Is lunch provided?
Yes. Lunch is included with every ticket, along with dedicated networking time alongside industry leaders and suppliers.
Do I have to be a SHA member to attend?
No, everyone is welcome. Members pay a lower ticket price, and if you're not a member yet you can add a membership at checkout to unlock the member price immediately.
Where is the Summit held, and what time does it start?
The Summit runs for a full day at the Hilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson, 7965 E Cavasson Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. Your QR ticket email includes parking and check-in details.
Is there a hotel at the venue?
Yes — the event is at the Hilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson, so you can stay where the Summit happens. The travel section below has a booking link with the night before and the night of preselected. Rooms in Scottsdale fill up fast in late October. Flying in? Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) is about 30 minutes away, and Scottsdale Airport is about 15 minutes away.
Can I just pay at the event?
If tickets are still available at the door, yes — but door prices are higher ($250 for SHA members, $350 for non-members) and the event may sell out before then. Buying online now locks in the lower price, and every ticket is 100% refundable until the day of the event.
On the stage
Meet the speakers
Douglas Laird
SHA Marketing Director · Showcase Phoenix
The Contractor Growth Strategy
- Become known in your local market
- Attract better-qualified leads
- Build a growth strategy beyond referrals alone
Speaker reel coming soon
Brendan McDonough
Granite Mountain Hotshots survivor · Author · Speaker
Tenacity Under Pressure
- Stay focused under extreme pressure
- Lead when circumstances change suddenly
- Keep moving forward through setbacks
Speaker reel coming soon
Rebekah Morris
Founder & President, Arizona Builder's Exchange (AZBEX)
Where the Industry Is Heading
- Understand where construction demand is heading
- Anticipate changes in customer expectations
- Position your company for the year ahead
Speaker reel coming soon
Tommy Mello
Home Service Expert · Founder of A1 Garage Door Service · Author of Home Service Millionaire
Built to Scale
- Build systems that work beyond the owner
- Develop a team that can take ownership
- Create a culture that supports growth
Speaker reel coming soon
The Summit in action
Last year’s event
