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APSP
Did you know that APSP University offers computerized testing to EVERY student? You can test or retest at a local PSI testing center. Computerized testing allows you the freedom to test when it's convenient for you with less expense and time away from home or work plus you get immediate results. APSP University has seen a steady rise of APSP exam candidates choosing this testing option. Contact Ana Hernandez, 703.647.2549, and she'll help you set up your APSP computerized exam.
| New category for APSP Awards program; nominations underway
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APSP
APSP's 2017 Awards program will now recognize an APSP Retailer of the Year award. This award honors a retail member who has made significant contributions to the industry. APSP's other volunteer recognition awards include: CBP of the Year, CSP of the Year, Fellow, Young Professionals of the Year and Chapter of the Year. Nominations are due June 30, and winners will be honored in Orlando, this fall. For more information and to download the nomination forms, visit APSP.org/Awards or email awards@apsp.org.
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| Gimme your best pools, hot tubs & water features
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APSP
It’s time to enter your best installations in the 2017 Int'l Awards of Excellence competition. Visit APSP.org/AOE for photo submission tips and learn about discounts offered for multiple submissions. Get inspiration for new projects or view our past winners on our AOE inspiration gallery. Submissions will be accepted until June 30. For more information contact Lorna Watkins, 703.647.2546.
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The Genesis Blu Fusion is a powerful saltwater bromine generator that uses Dead Sea salt to create silky smooth, safe, clean water without any chlorine. The unit installs in just 20 minutes on any spa and reduces water changes to just once per year, saving thousands of gallons of water.
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| State legislation and regulation updates
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APSP
To help you better understand what proposed legislation and regulations mean for you and your business, APSP reports on bills that affect the pool, spa and hot tub industry as they are filed. Members also receive email alerts on any proposed rules affecting the pool, spa and hot tub industry in their area. These three states need your immediate attention:
District of Columbia — Public Pool & Aquatic Facility Rules
Maryland: City of Annapolis — City of Annapolis Pool Code
Washington — Codes for Public Pools and Building Codes
| Are your marketing materials stale?
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APSP
In today's world, if you want to succeed you must market yourself. To help you do this, APSP has created customized marketing materials for our CBP Certified Building Professional and CSP Certified Service Professional designation holders. For a limited time, take 50 percent off APSP CBP and CSP customized marketing materials. These toolkits are great ways to showcase the prestige of your designation and enhance your professional image. The offer expires on Feb. 28 so act fast. Get started now! Visit APSPCustomized.org.
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| APSP/Zodiac Training & Tour RSVP deadline Feb. 24
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Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc. will host a day of education and a behind the scenes tour March 3 at their California headquarters. Attendees will have the opportunity to network while gaining access to a top manufacturer to see how an industry leader successfully manufacturers products. Immediately following the training/tour, attendees will enjoy a networking happy hour at a local brewery. Click here to see the invitation. Space is limited so please RSVP to Susan Kregar by Feb. 24.
| Sponsor Spotlight — Lucite
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APSP
Have you seen the newest color offering from Lucite® SPA? 7th Heaven is a captivating shade of blue. Become mesmerized by the heavens as gossamer clouds skim slowly across a vivid blue sky. See it for yourself. Email Lenore Torres for a sample.
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Resort quality Pacific pool chaise lounge is now available for quick delivery. Adjustable to 5 positions and folds flat for more comfortable sun bathing. Recessed wheels make it easy to move around. Sun lounger stacks for easy storage. High quality marine grade sling dries quick and doesn't stick to bare skin. Frame made of marine grade resin. Contact us for reselling information.
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The borate technology in ProTeam’s multi-performance High Tech Tabs will keep your customers’ pools in balance.
The consumer rebates will keep their checkbooks in balance too.
High Tech Tabs are the key to the ProTeam four-step program. Check out the entire line at www.proteampoolcare.com or email marketing@havilandusa.com.
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| Member Perks — Safety Data Sheets and Hazmat Consulting for OSHA Compliance
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APSP
APSP offers members low-cost Safety Data Sheets (SDS) on demand and chemical spill control hotline that keeps your business OSHA-compliant and keeps your employees and customers safe. Subscribing takes the unsure out of hazmat management. Email memberservices@apsp.org for a low cost solution for OSHA compliance.
APSP
February 28: Alabama Chapter Meeting
February 20-24: Carecraft Meeting | Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA
March 3: Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc. Training and Tour — RSVP Deadline: February 24
March 9-10: APSP University CBP Prep Course | Tempe, Arizona
March 9-10: Western Pool & Spa Show
March 24-26: Novi Backyard Pool & Spa Show
Aqua Magazine
Proponents of vinyl-liner/package pools believe the time has come (and passed) to let go of the stigma that once plagued their branch of the industry's family tree. No longer should vinyl liner pools be considered simply above-ground pools sunken into the ground nor should the term "baggies" ever be uttered again.
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H2Insider.com
The truth is that bemoaning how the internet is killing traditional retail outlets without having a willingness to adapt business practices and mindsets is an even bigger threat to physical retailers than e-commerce. Those who complain without acting are part of the problem.
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RetailDIVE
Payment companies and retailers have been obsessing over the transition to EMV chip cards and payment terminals for the last couple of years, and with good reason: EMV has been seen as a significant weapon in the fight against transaction fraud. But even as the sector is finally making progress on that transition, it’s a good time to remind ourselves that EMV alone — and even in combination with more manual fraud screening processes — can’t banish fraud entirely.
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VentureBeat
As we move away from assistants who perform simple automated tasks, 2017 has the potential to turn voice assistant technology into a virtual customer service functionality. The convergence of chatbots and virtual voice assistants has the potential to completely change the retail experience.
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Entrepreneur
Did you know that 1 in every 3 small business owners gets penalized by the IRS for payroll errors? Those fees and fines add up. When you add on the extra time and energy of figuring out the complicated payroll system, it suddenly doesn’t seem like a great place to cut costs.
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By Mel Kleiman
 When was the last time you had someone evaluate your interviewing process? It's the best way to improve your skills and make better hiring decisions across-the-board. Ask a co-worker to sit in on your next interview, not to evaluate the applicant, but to evaluate your process and technique. This article features a checklist of some of the things they might look for.
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Global Manufacturing
Manufacturing has experienced its own transformation, but the factory itself hasn't fundamentally changed since Ford's Model T production line in the 1920s. While machinery has drastically changed since then, the factory itself hasn't quite caught up.
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TechTarget
What is the sense in spending millions on smart manufacturing technology to automate your factory if the workforce couldn't care less? What is the sense in buying expensive machine tools if your workforce can't wait to get to the bowling alley, yet they drag themselves to work?
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