DECORATIVE CONCRETE SMACKDOWN
LIVE ARTISTRY COMPETITION
PART OF THE 2025 DECORATIVE CONCRETE EXPO
FEBRUARY 27TH & 28TH, 2025
CENTER FOR PERFORMANCE
HALL OF FAME VILLAGE IN CANTON, OHIO
About The Decorative Concrete Smackdown
Get ready for the ultimate showdown at the 2025 Decorative Concrete Expo! The Decorative Concrete Smackdown brings together the industry’s best and brightest, with finalists already chosen to compete live on the show floor. Watch as these top-tier pros go head-to-head in a thrilling competition, pushing the boundaries of creativity and technique to create jaw-dropping decorative concrete masterpieces. This is your chance to witness cutting-edge techniques, gather fresh inspiration, and see what’s possible when skill and imagination collide. Don’t miss the action—it’s all happening at the Expo!
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Event Included With All Expo Ticket Purchases
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8 Artists Will Compete Live For The Crown
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Total Artistic Freedom Is Granted To Each Competing Artist
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Prizes Will Be Granted To 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winners
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Attendees Cast Votes To Select The Final Winners
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Winners Will Be Announced Live During The Final Day Of The Decorative Concrete Expo
MEET THE CONTENDERS
DAVID REBELLO
ROCK SOLID LANDSCAPING & EXCAVATING
David Rebello runs a business and strives to deliver top-notch landscaping, excavation, and hardscaping services. Well known in the decorative concrete industry for his quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, you'll usually find him transforming outdoor spaces into stunning, functional environments tailored to whatever his client needs.
JEFF GROH
JEFF GROH CONSTRUCTION
Jeff Groh Construction specializes in all things related to decorative concrete. They help all homeowners no matter the size of the job. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, Jeff Groh Construction can help you with any concrete project.
RACHEL KNIGGE
FLOOR MAPS INCORPORATED
After spending many years as a marketing director for a decorative concrete company, Rachel Bruce started her own business in 2009, designing and selling custom stencils to contractors. Rachel took 3rd place in the 2014 Brawl in the Fall.
RICK LOBDELL
CONCRETE MYSTIQUE ENGRAVING
Rick Lobdell is a classically trained artist who owns Concrete Mystique Engraving. He uses concrete as a canvas for his art. In addition to operating his business, he also enjoys introducing others to the limitless possibilities within the decorative concrete world through live demos and published articles in Concrete
Decor Magazine.
MATT VILLELLA
SELECT CONCRETE ARTS
Select Concrete Arts, owned by Matt Villella, specializes in decorative concrete solutions, including polished floors, overlays, and unique artistic designs. They deliver high-quality craftsmanship and innovative results, turning concrete into stunning works of art.
JEFF KIRT
Jeff Kirt has been in the concrete industry for as long as we can remember. A piqued interest in carving vertical concrete led Kirt to develop the Kirtbag Carving Mix. In addition to running Kirtbag for many years, he consulted with and participated in training many contractors. You might not see Jeff in public presence as often as you used to, but he is still heavily involved in the concrete industry and select trainings.
NICK TORTORICI
CONCEPT CONCRETE
Nick Tortorici of Concept Concrete LLC is a well-known professional contractor. As a certified professional, he can tackle anything from the most complex, large-scale construction projects to minor repair jobs. Committed to excellence, he goes the extra mile to ensure clients are happy with his work.
JOSH WHITFIELD
WHITFIELD CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
Whitfield Concrete Construction takes pride in delivering high-quality concrete services to residential and commercial clients. His business offers many concrete solutions, including foundations, driveways, and sidewalks, bringing every customer's concrete visions to life.