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Pool and Spa News
Association of Pool & Spa Professionals veteran Carvin DiGiovanni has been honored by the International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF).
The APSP vice president of technical and standards is the recipient of the 2019 Paragon Award, presented to individuals or organizations who have made outstanding contributions to aquatics. He is being awarded in the recreational swimming category.
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Aqua Magazine
Last month, we published a discussion about the murky subject of biofilm. I researched and wrote the story to fill in what seem to be wide gaps in our industry's shared knowledge about this ever-resent form of bacterial colonization, a blight that exists not only in pools and spas but in virtually all other types of plumbing systems that transmit water.
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Aqua Magazine
It's imperative small retailers create a unique experience for their customers — something they can't find anywhere else. Product customization is an excellent way to provide just that. It's a way for small business owners to differentiate themselves from their big-box and online competitors.
For years, aquatic retailers have used this strategy when selling pool and spa water treatment packages — but why not use this same approach with a cleaning system? This level of customization, which caters to the individual needs of a pool owner, can assist in building customer loyalty and ultimately increase profits.
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CNBC
The average forecast for gross domestic product growth this year is just 2.3 percent, according to the CNBC Fed Survey for March, because of the trade battle and slowing global growth.
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CNN
Two of the world's top payments companies are coming together in a $43 billion deal.
FIS (FIS), a financial technology company that provides software for payment processing and other services mostly to banks, is buying Worldpay (WP), which makes technology that underpins credit card and other transactions for e-commerce merchants.
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By Roberta Matuson
 I was recently asked to coach an executive who was having a difficult time assimilating into her new leadership role, even though her company had invested a ton of money sending her to an executive leadership program. She confided in me that she could barely recall what she had learned six months ago. I'm not surprised. I'm going to let you in on a secret that will save your organization millions of dollars a year. Real learning takes place in real time. Think about it. You can't learn how to ride a bike by reading a book or attending a two-day session on the theory of bike riding.
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Small Business Trends
Smart companies aren't just those that have intelligent leaders. They also have systems, tools and proper planning in place that allow every department or function to run together seamlessly. To become a smart company, you need to integrate smart ideas into every facet of your business. Here are some tips from members of the online small business community.
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Waterco’s award winning MultiCyclone is a brilliant revolutionary filtration device that works on the basis of centrifugal water filtration. It captures 80% of the dirt load before it ever reaches the media filter and is designed with no moving parts and no filter media to clean or replace.
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World Economic Forum
Manufacturing is in the midst of a period of unprecedented change, as we transition from the industrial age to the information age. The manufacturers that will prove best able to capture value amid this transition will be those who can best manage complexity and embrace flexibility. A new layer of manufacturing software has emerged to answer this call.
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By Joseph Zulick
The age of new tech is here for manufacturing thanks to increased value and efficiency provided by robotics, drones and automation. In the case of Attl A Spol, a company producing stainless steel tubes for a Volkswagen supplier, automated robots allowed the firm to perform monotonous manual labor with heightened precision for 20 hours a day and six days a week without any required downtime or service outages. By improving the efficiency of its manufacturing line and supply chain, the addition of robotic arms freed up time for three workers to be assigned to other areas and retrained.
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Better Homes and Gardens AU
Johanna revisits the home of Clive and Joanne who previously expanded their home with the addition of a unique modular pod extension. Now they are embarking on another unique project. This time they are livening things up outside with a new swimming pool – made from a shipping container!
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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 or hot tub industry in their area. These six states need your immediate attention. For more information, email Jennifer Hatfield at jhatfield@apsp.org.
| APSP University Welcomes Newly Certified Individuals
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APSP
Congratulations to our newly certified individuals! During the month of February, ten people earned their APSP University designation. We're excited to help the following individuals build their business and career:
CBP Certified Pool & Spa Building Professional:
Michael Zetterholm, Mike’s Pool Service
CMS Certified Pool & Spa Maintenance Specialist:
Damian Adams, Mid-America Pool Renovation, Inc.; Jessica Aldinger, Moyer Indoor Outdoor; Bryan Allor, Beninati Pools Inc.; Nathan Cox, Lowcountry Pool House; Christina Fenton, Moyer Pools; John Provenzano, Suburban Services and Andrew Ruch, Integrity Pool & Spa Services
CST Certified Pool & Spa Service Technician:
William Towle, Veteran Pools Contracting and Jonathan Wilutis, Shelter Island Pools
APSP University offers online self-paced courses 24/7. Check out all that we have to offer at APSPUniversity.org. For more information, email APSP University at apspuniversity@apsp.org or call Ana Hernandez at 703.838.0083 ext. 127.
| APSP WAVE Steering Committee Welcomes 2 New Members
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APSP
APSP's WAVE Young Professionals Steering Committee welcomes two new members. Chris Cavanaugh from Cavanaugh Pool, Spa & Patio, Inc. and Melanie Brzozowksi from All Seasons Pools & Spas joined the Committee.
Based out of Madisonville, KY, Chris is a third-generation pool business owner and manages his family's business with his mother and two brothers. For over 19 years, he has been in the industry and is passionate about keeping the industry growing and being part of the change that makes that happens. Chris holds a current APSP CSP Certified Pool & Spa Professional designation and has a background engineering.
Melanie is the Service Office Manager for All Seasons Pools & Spas at their retail location in Orland Park, Illinois. She manages all aspects of the office administration, client correspondence and has consulted on the design of new construction projects. Melanie is an avid learner and attends several training courses each year. She holds current APSP CSP Certified Pool & Spa Professional and has an education background in fine arts.
The WAVE Young Professionals Network Steering Committee will hold their annual retreat this March 26-28. During the retreat, they will chart their path for the upcoming year. If you want to serve on the APSP WAVE Young Professionals Steering Committee, please fill out and submit the APSP Willingness to Serve Form at APSP.org. For more information on the APSP WAVE Young Professionals Network, email wave@apsp.org.
APSP
APSP University has been offering a variety of courses this winter season throughout the United States and abroad. The APSP University education team strives to deliver quality in-demand programming that today's students need and customers demand. This has been a great season with students giving us invaluable feedback to help us improve our programs. We’ve had an overwhelming positive response to our courses. Check out what our students are saying. The busy season for pools and hot tubs is just around the corner. Make sure you maximize your spring by taking online self-paced APSP University courses! It's a great way to get the skills you need now when it's convenient for you. For more information about online self-paced or upcoming APSP University courses, email APSP Education and Membership Development Manager, Lindsey Turner at lturner@apsp.org.
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APSP
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