TUDS-X: The Greatest Backyard Contractor Expo
A premier event designed to take your backyard building business to new heights. This exclusive gathering will feature industry-leading speakers, a dynamic vendor showcase, and invaluable networking opportunities. Attendees will gain insights into sales, marketing, and work/life balance, and more while enjoying lucrative perks.
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TUDS X 2026 Speakers
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Trent Brown is the founder and Principal Designer of Ground Break Design, a Canadian residential landscape‑design studio specializing in custom outdoor living spaces. With more than a decade of experience, Trent began his career “behind a shovel” before moving into horticulture, sales, estimating, and ultimately design. He helps homeowners move from overwhelm to an outdoor oasis using his signature "OASIS Method."
He is also the author of Taking Your Yard From Overwhelm to Oasis and has been featured across Canadian media including Global TV and The Vancouver Sun. At TUDS X 2026 (Saskatoon), Trent will speak on backyard design trends and creating spaces people actually use.
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Jesse Matlock is a certified landscape designer with honours and a key leader at Peregrine Landscape Construction in Regina. Since its beginning in 2018, Jesse has helped grow Peregrine from a small hardscape crew into a full-service design-build firm. He has designed more than 1,200 landscape projects across Saskatchewan.
His design philosophy focuses on functionality, sustainability, and creating outdoor spaces that feel alive. Peregrine crews hold certifications across hardscaping, irrigation, water features, lighting, and more.
At TUDS X 2026 (Regina), Jesse will present design trends and how to create usable outdoor spaces, tailored for Saskatchewan landscapes.
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Josh Stewart Van Dusen is a marketing and visual‑content creator with Tandem X Visuals in Regina. He specializes in modern digital storytelling, brand development, and helping small businesses leverage new technologies to grow.
At TUDS X 2026, Josh will present on how AI is transforming marketing and share practical ways that contractors and home‑service businesses can use AI tools for content creation, branding, and customer acquisition.
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David Robinson is a certified EOS Implementer based in Saskatoon, helping business owners master the Entrepreneur’s Operating System — a proven framework to clarify vision, strengthen accountability, and create scalable operations. He works with companies across industries to eliminate chaos and build healthy, aligned teams.
At TUDS X 2026 (both locations), David will teach attendees how to implement EOS in their business, with practical tools for leadership teams and small-to-midsize contractors.
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Jansen Anderson is the President of Harbour Landing Village, Regina’s groundbreaking intergenerational living community that integrates senior living, childcare, dining, wellness, and community spaces under one roof. The Village is recognized as a model for community‑based, multi‑service living.
A former executive within Saskatchewan’s crown corporations, Jansen brings deep leadership, operational, and strategic expertise to complex organizations. His work focuses on innovation in community building and service delivery.
At TUDS X 2026 (both locations), Jansen will speak on leadership, marketing, and building community‑centred organizations.
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| Time | Event |
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| 7:00-7:30 | Vendor and Staff Setup |
| 7:30-8:45 | Breakfast and Trade Show |
| 8:45-9:00 | Welcome Speech and Outline for the Day |
| 9:00-10:00 | Business Speaker |
| 10:00-10:30 | Vendor Speaker |
| 10:30-11:30 | Business Speaker |
| 11:30-12:00 | Vendor Speaker |
| 12:00-1:00 | Lunch and Trade Show |
| 1:00-2:00 | Business Speaker |
| 2:00-2:30 | Vendor Speaker |
| 2:30-3:30 | Business Speaker |
| 3:30-4:00 | Vendor Speaker |
| 4:00-4:30 | TUDS Presentation |
| 4:30-5:00 | Trade Show |
| 6:00 | TUDS-X After Party |
What to Expect
- Limited invite only event for contractors for a personalized experience
- Industry-leading speakers
- Dynamic vendor showcase
- Networking opportunities
- Insights into sales, marketing, and building strategy
- Exciting prize draws
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people will be attending?
How many people will be attending?
To ensure a personalized experience, TUDS-X is limited to 70 attendees per show.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
What if I have dietary restrictions?
Please inform us of any dietary needs in your registration form, and we'll accommodate your requirements.
What can I expect at TUDS-X?
What can I expect at TUDS-X?
- Inspirational and actionable content from industry leaders
- Networking opportunities with professionals in the outdoor living space
- Diverse activities blending professional growth with hands-on experiences
- Intimate sessions with experts in deck building and outdoor design
- Evening gatherings for continued discussions and relationship building
What makes TUDS-X unique?
What makes TUDS-X unique?
TUDS-X is more than a contractor event; it's an immersive experience designed to transform how you approach outdoor living projects, business strategies, and industry innovations.