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"This class is, by far, the most intensive, useful and practical trade class I have ever taken. The projects we got to actually work on, techniques learned, and take home materials that we were given are superb. TAKE THIS CLASS if you want to perfect concrete countertops!"

Joe Riley

"This class is great! It provides a solid technical base for someone interested in concrete countertops. These guys know their stuff."

Brian, IL

"This is by far the best training anyone could receive if they want to produce a high quality countertop. Thank you Jeff for all your help."

Todd Baker

"Jeff really knows this industry. This is way more than an 'artistic' or 'how-to' class. It explains necessary, structural facts that you need to know in order to make a product that not only looks good but lasts."

Jason, GA

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Upcoming Concrete Countertop Events

StonExpo/Surfaces

January 23 - 26, 2012
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV

Education schedule:

Monday, January 23, 9:00am - 12:00pm

What You Need to Know About Concrete Countertops - Jeff Girard

Learn how concrete is similar to what you already know and different from what you expect. Understand essential technical aspects of concrete, such as mix design, reinforcement and sealers. Be able to decide whether concrete countertops are right for your business and if so, find out what equipment and materials you need to be successful.

World of Concrete

January 23 - 27, 2012
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV

Education schedule:

Thursday, January 26, 8:00 - 11:00am

Concrete Countertops: Step-by-Step Instructions Using GFRC - Jeff Girard

Learn how to create amazing projects with Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC). Get step-by-step details, with photographs, of GFRC production. Learn a GFRC mix design, plus understand how each of the ingredients works together to create a high performance finished product.

Past Events

Concrete Decor Show 2011

March 15 - 18, 2011
Nashville Convention Center
Nashville, TN

Jeff Girard presented a seminar "A Solid Foundation for Great Concrete Countertops:

Tired of doing your countertops over again? Wondering why things go wrong? Frustrated by inconsistency? Learn what it takes to make a high-quality concrete countertop, how to avoid mistakes, what's really important, and how to be successful with sealers. Jeff Girard, president of The Concrete Countertop Institute, will take you through the fundamentals of reinforced concrete, demystify how concrete works, discuss different sealer technologies and how to test their performance, and talk about what this means to your client. He will also cover topics important to success in a countertop business, such as dealing with sinks, faucets, cook tops and cabinets, and the importance of quality control in templating and installation.

World of Concrete

January 17 - 21, 2011
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV

Jeff Girard presented "Concrete Countertops: Precast, Cast in Place and GFRC" at World of Concrete in Las Vegas on Thursday, January 20, 2011, 8:00am - 11:00am

StonExpo

January 24 - 27, 2011
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV

CCI presented four information-packed seminars about a range of topics in concrete countertops at StonExpo in Las Vegas January 24 - 27, 2011. View the Schedule at a Glance and look for Concrete sessions.

Concrete Decor Show

& Decorative Concrete Spring Training 2010

March 16-19, 2010
Sheraton Hotel
Phoenix, AZ

Jeff Girard presented a seminar, "Concrete Countertops: Getting it right!", and an 8-hour workshop, "The Next Generation Concrete Countertop"

To read about the event and see photos, click here.

World of Concrete

February 1-5 , 2010
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV

Jeff Girard presented two seminars on concrete countertops: "Concrete Countertops: Pre-Cast and Cast-in-Place" and "Advanced Topics in Concrete Countertops: Green, GFRC and Sealers".

To read about the event and see photos, click here.

Surfaces

February 1-4 , 2010
Sands Expo & Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV

Jeff Girard presented a seminar titled "Concrete: A Unique and Versatile Surface".

For more information about Surfaces, visit www.surfaces.com.

International Countertop Expo

February 8-10 , 2010
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
Las Vegas, NV

Jeff Girard spoke on a panel discussing concrete countertop sealers, and The Concrete Countertop Institute exhibited.

For more information about the International Countertop Expo, visit www.countertopexpo.org.

	Fall 2009 Concrete Countertop Industry Conference in conjunction with StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas Concrete countertops got a warm welcome in their first appearance at StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas October 21 - 24, 2009 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Click the photo to the left for more photos from this fun, informative show.
	Spring 2009 Concrete Countertop Industry Conference in conjunction with SFDE The Spring 2009 Concrete Countertop Industry Conference, held by The Concrete Countertop Institute in conjunction with the Surface Fabrication & Design Expo (SFDE) in February brought together hundreds for the industry’s networking and educational event of the year. From seasoned countertop professionals to those looking to start a career in the concrete countertop industry, CCIC had something to offer for every level of professional. read more
	2008 Concrete Countertop Industry Conference The Concrete Countertop industry Conference (CCIC), held August 21-23, 2008 at the Sacramento Convention Center in Sacramento, CA brought together hundreds for the industry's networking and educational event of the year. read more or click the video to the left
	2007 Concrete Countertop Industry Conference The Concrete Countertop Industry Conference (CCIC), October 25-27, 2007 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, drew over 400 people from throughout the United States, Canada and as far away as Australia. read more or click the photo to the left
	2006 Concrete Countertop Industry Conference Over 200 attendees from 41 U.S. States including Hawaii, plus Puerto Rico, Mexico, Canada and Denmark attended the 2006 Concrete Countertop Industry Conference (CCIC 2006) November 6-7, 2006 in Raleigh, NC. read more