CEUs by the SEA 2025

Eastern Carolinas Chapter of NKBA

Our popular CEUs by the Sea event is now open for registration!

New River Cabinets and Design

We are pleased to present our annual CEUs by the Sea, where you can spend a day and earn multiple education credits. This year's event is held in Holly Ridge, a short drive from Topsail Island.We have a great group of presenters who will share their knowledge on a variety of topics!Breakfast and lunch will be provided and parking is available on site.Please respond by Monday, October 13, in order to guarantee food.We cannot give refunds due to venue/catering deposits.We hope you can make it!**Approved for .7 CEUs

<h3>Staying Overnight?</h3>For your convenience, two properties are offering attendees special rates:Saltwater Resort &amp; Suites in Surf City and the Hampton Inn Sneads Ferry North Topsail Beach.This is not an endorsement from the NKBA. Feel free to stay anywhere you choose.If you want to stay on the island and, perhaps, enjoy a long beach weekend, the <a href="https://www.saltwatertopsail.com/" title="https://www.saltwatertopsail.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Saltwater Resort &amp; Suites</a> is offering us 10% off. Use PROMO CODE: NKBAEVENTIf you want to be on the mainland closer to the CEU event at New River Cabinets and Design, make your reservation at Hampton Inn Sneads Ferry North Topsail Beach and mention code 90B.If you wish to book a room at the Hampton Inn online, use this <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.hilton.com_en_book_reservation_deeplink_-3Fctyhocn-3DOAJSFHX-26groupCode-3DCHH90B-26arrivaldate-3D2025-2D10-2D17-26departuredate-3D2025-2D10-2D19-26cid-3DOM-2CWW-2CHILTONLINK-2CEN-2CDirectLink-26fromId-3DHILTONLINKDIRECT&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=Pf5kKtSkqPmvdYFYcAnhre5mwXmRqgiMRMFN-VZFSzQS1LMFHo_-Y7kRdwPISyu8&amp;m=TdPe0P6N8TIB_GZYPGJY_YRKnz92oNlhnjHf9z7dTEbU3-_IMsobhPjRrJSwOsbP&amp;s=dLI6jHyodeagr5wXc9dbqSuTnHgjwbxW6ck-Hhe-R1Y&amp;e=" title="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.hilton.com_en_book_reservation_deeplink_-3Fctyhocn-3DOAJSFHX-26groupCode-3DCHH90B-26arrivaldate-3D2025-2D10-2D17-26departuredate-3D2025-2D10-2D19-26cid-3DOM-2CWW-2CHILTONLINK-2CEN-2CDirectLink-26fromId-3DHILTONLINKDIRECT&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=Pf5kKtSkqPmvdYFYcAnhre5mwXmRqgiMRMFN-VZFSzQS1LMFHo_-Y7kRdwPISyu8&amp;m=TdPe0P6N8TIB_GZYPGJY_YRKnz92oNlhnjHf9z7dTEbU3-_IMsobhPjRrJSwOsbP&amp;s=dLI6jHyodeagr5wXc9dbqSuTnHgjwbxW6ck-Hhe-R1Y&amp;e=" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Booking Link</a>. The cut-off date to get the special rate at the Hampton Inn is September 26.

Sponsors:We'd like to thank our sponsors for helping us make this event memorable:<ul><li>Our host, New River Cabinets and Design</li><li>ProKitchens</li></ul>

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Agenda

Provided by ProKitchen Professional Design Software

Continental Breakfast

Opening Remarks and Introductions

An introduction to plating and finishes featuring faucets and wash basins - Discover how to set the tone with the right finish.  This CEU begins with an overview of common faucet plating methods, followed by an in-depth view of the electroplating process. We will then cover the wide variety of finishes available for fittings, compositions and attributes. 

Setting the Tone

Since 2014, Nathan Parsons has been spreading the gospel of porcelain slabs throughout the Southeast.  This includes the practicality that they bring to all surface areas like showers, floors, and countertops.  Having a background in stone shops as well as being a tile professional, Nathan brings his vast experience in porcelain slabs to problem-solving on job sites.  A Certified Tile Installer, a pioneer and valued educator in the slab industry, he loves sharing his experience with others, so they can understand the advantages of porcelain for all their projects.

Using Porcelain Slabs in Kitchen & Bath Design

Zoom in from CA - Are you ready to take your brand storytelling to the next level?  In this session, Ashley Blaesing, will dive deep into the art of storytelling and its powerful impact on building brand trust, resonating with your target audience, and driving impactful results.

Crafting Compelling Stories: Igniting Emotions and Driving Impact

Today’s architectural paint and coating products do so much more than protect a substrate and provide color!  Recent technologies have produced coatings that can also solve problems for commercial and residential projects.  Today’s coatings must also meet stringent COV regulations and offer material transparency for those seeking sustainable building certifications.  This course will provide you with the fundamentals of different paint systems and the latest technologies so that coating specifications will provide the best outcome for your customer and you!

Paint 101 – Fundamentals of Architectural Paints & Coating Technology

As National Sales Manager for Kitchen and Bath at Häfele America, Randy brings decades of industry experience and a passion for smart, functional design. Since 1988, he’s worked to help designers turn ideas into beautiful, well-lit spaces that truly work for their clients.
This CEU will explore how LED technology impacts user well-being, comfort, and safety in both residential and commercial environments. Attendees will learn key lighting terminology, evaluate LED effectiveness, and understand the role of color temperature, intensity, and strategic placement in creating supportive, secure spaces. The session will also highlight how integrating LED lighting into furniture and cabinetry can improve visibility and enhance overall security.


The Impact of Led Technology

Hannah will take us through a mid-afternoon simple, gentle stretch then discuss the importance of self-care and well-being for the small business owner.

Self-Care For the Small Business Owner

We are thrilled to have a member of the NKBA Executive Staff join us for our day of learning.  Do you have questions about NKBA?  Where are we going as an organization?  What does it mean to be an NKBA member?  This is the opportunity to ask and find out!

Q&A with the NKBA

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