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APSP
The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) announced today the availability of its new and improved PSCC Pool & Spa Construction online self-paced course and the release of the fourth edition of the APSP Builders Manual.
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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 four states need your immediate attention. For more information, email Jennifer Hatfield at jhatfield@apsp.org.
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| Deadline for taking APSP Expo on-site exams is October 12
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The 2018 International Pool | Spa| Patio Expo™ (PSP Expo) is less than a month away! Start finalizing your plans by registering for APSP University Expo Education. We're offering the following courses: CBP Certified Pool & Spa Building Professional, CSP Certified Pool & Spa Service Professional, CST Certified Pool & Spa Service Technician, CMS Certified Pool & Spa Maintenance Specialist, CHTT Certified Pool & Spa Hot Tub Technician, and PPSO Professional Pool & Spa Operator. Seats are still available to take your exam on-site at the PSP Expo but you must register by Friday, October 12. Students that successfully complete APSP University PSP Expo courses will be eligible to site for an APSP onsite exam at Expo on October 31 or at a PSI Testing center at a location that is convenient for the student. For more information, email APSP Education Coordinator, Ana Hernandez at ahernandez@apsp.org.
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| APSP to Host Free Webinar this October on Tariffs and What it Means for Your Industry
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Join us on Wednesday, October 17 from 1-2 p.m. (EST) for a free webinar on understanding the tariff issues and the potential impact they have on the pool and spa industry. Presented by Carl Chidlow, Principal of Winning Strategies Washington and APSP's Lobbyist on Capitol Hill, it is one hour you won't want to miss. Attending is a great way for you to stay up to date on current issues and get an insider's look into what current tariffs mean for your business. Not only will you learn about the current state of affairs when it comes to tariffs, but you will learn what options your company potentially has to seek relief for the near term. The webinar is free but we do ask that you send in your RSVP by Monday, October 15 to APSP Government Affair's Associate, Regan Ratliff at rratliff@apsp.org or call her at 703.838.0083 ext. 165. On October 16, we will send out an email to you with the webinar link. Questions will be addressed, so please submit one question per company along with the RSVP. For more information, email APSP Director of Government Affairs, Jennifer Hatfield at jhatfield@apsp.org.
APSP
Voting is now open for our 2018 International Awards of Excellence (AOE) fan favorite. We will announce the winner at the 2018 APSP Awards Reception on Tuesday, October 30 at Mandalay Bay's Border Grill in Las Vegas, NV. Voting ends October 26. Vote daily at APSP.org/FanFavorite. For more information, email Lorna Watkins at lwatkins@apsp.org.
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| Great tips to maximize your Expo experience
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In just three weeks, we'll be seeing you at the 2018 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo™ (PSP Expo). As you make your final preparations, make sure that you make your game plan ahead of time to maximize your experience.
What to Know Before Your Go:
APSP Meeting Flyer:
• Keep this handy guide with you to know where important APSP PSP Expo meetings and events are taking place. Download it here.
Register in Advance for Special Sessions and Events:
• APSP WAVE Young Professionals PSP Expo Reception
• APSP University PSP Education
Chapter Leaders — Don't miss this!
• APSP Chapter Development Forum — RSVP Deadline: October 17
We look forward to seeing you at this year's PSP Expo.
| Treat Yourself by Attending the WAVE Network PSP Reception
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Where will you be this Halloween? If you are attending the 2018 International Pool | Spa| Patio Expo™ (PSP Expo) make sure you come to the APSP WAVE Young Professionals Network Expo reception. Happening on Oct. 31 from 4-6 p.m. at Mandalay Bay's Border Grill in Las Vegas, NV, it is the place to be to network and make the right connections with fellow pool and spa industry professionals. Treat yourself this Halloween by attending. Registration is required. Register at the same time you register for the PSP Expo. For more information, email wave@apsp.org.
| Member Perk$ — Meet Your Insurance Reps at the PSP Expo
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Visit the APSP Booth # 2537 at the 2018 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo™ (PSP Expo) and learn more about how our new insurance partner Aqualine can work for you. You'll learn more about their suite of services ranging from group medical, employee benefits, 401K Financial Services, auto insurance, property insurance and much more. Check out these videos on the services they offer. For more information, email Sam Houghton at shougthon@vpisrisk.com or call him at 949.421.3551.
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| WAVE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK SPOTLIGHT |
| Young Professionals Spotlight — Brett Gereau
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Brett Gereau, owner of Advanced Pool Specialists, has joined EcoFinish, as an independent applicator of their AquaBright pool surface. From 2014 to early 2018, Brett worked for Alan Smith Pools in pool remodeling and outdoor living. He was instrumental in launching the Purified Pool Water division that focuses on conserving pool water by allowing the water to be purified in order to avoid draining the pool. Prior to joining Alan Smith Pools, Brett has owned a service and repair company since 2003.
He is highly active in the industry and has served on APSP's Recreational Water Quality Committee. Also, he has been a featured speaker on business topics at the Western Pool & Spa Show. In his spare time, Brett spends his free time with his family, off-roading and camping.
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| UPCOMING DATES AND DEADLINES |
| Upcoming dates and deadlines
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APSP Expo Education Deadlines and PPSO Instructor Courses:
APSP University Expo Course Registration Deadline | October 12
PPSO Instructor Courses | View Courses
24/7/365 Online Education:
PSCC Pool & Spa Construction Course (24 CEUs)
CST Certified Pool & Spa Service Technician (24 CEUs)
CMS Certified Pool & Spa Maintenance Specialist (24 CEUs)
CHTT Certified Pool & Spa Hot Tub Technician (24 CEUs)
PPSO Professional Pool & Spa Operator (12 CEUs)
Improving Your Bottom Line Using Project Management (24 CEUs)
Cracking the CBP Exam (2 CEUs)
Cracking the CST Exam (2 CEUs)
Cracking the CMS Exam (2 CEUs)
Pool & Spa Inspection Seminar (3 CEUs)
AQUA Magazine
Back in 2016, spa manufacturing giant Watkins changed its name to Watkins Wellness. It was an attention-getting move that not only demonstrated the company's commitment to the wellness message, but was also in many ways indicative of the hot tub industry's overall direction. From manufacturers to industry associations such as the National Swimming Pool Foundation, APSP's Hot Tub Council and the International Hot Tub Association, many in the hot tub industry have worked to promote the profound benefits of hydrotherapy.
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AQUA Magazine
Most people who invest in a backyard pool have done so for two reasons. 1) They love entertaining and being outdoors. 2) The pool is a great place to spend time with family — and sometimes, those family members are of the four-legged variety.
Many people consider their pets to be full-fledged members of the family, with all the rights and privileges thereof. That includes a seat in the car on family vacations, annual birthday celebrations (complete with bone-shaped birthday cakes) and dips in the backyard pool.
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Retail TouchPoints
Technology has made brick-and-mortar retail more convenient than ever, but it can also be a point of friction for shoppers: more than 80% of consumers have encountered technical issues at stores and restaurants, and 60% have had multiple encounters with technical problems, according to The Digital Forward Customer Experience report by Boomtown.
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Inc.
With social responsibility and sustainability growing in importance to consumers, small businesses cannot check a box to show their commitment. Sustainable practices need to have real impact, and here are three considerations that should be taken into account during the process.
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| SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT |
By Roberta Matuson
 The other day, we took a friend for drinks and appetizers at a restaurant called Stephanie's on Newbury Street in Boston. In the middle of taking our order, our waitress dashed away to retrieve an empty glass of water from a patron. We sat there in disbelief. I compare this to my recent experience at the Capital Grill in Providence, Rhode Island. Our waiter was attentive and made us feel like we were the only customers in the room. There are a ton of restaurants on Newbury Street, as well as in Providence. I'm guessing your business has competitors as well. Do you even have a clue of the impact your employees have on your business?
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By Catherine Iste
 The adage of, "If you want something done, give it to a busy person" is taken to the next level with good leaders. Some leaders embrace this constant change, seemingly feeding off it. Others, however, push hard with the idea that someday, at some point, if they just do a few more things, it will all settle down. As nice as that may sound, it is often an illusion. Planning to rest at a time in the future that never comes leads to burnout. Instead, for leaders to succeed sustainably, they must find a way to thrive in dynamic environments.
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By Charlie Wood
 Most are well-acquainted with additive manufacturing (AM) — as a rapid prototyping tool, at least. And while many companies believe and perpetuate the myth that AM is only a prototyping tool, innovators in a range of markets (e.g., aerospace, healthcare, consumer goods and more) are already using AM for production-grade manufacturing when design, performance and cost factors align. This article will help organizations considering switching to additive manufacturing for a part or product.
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The StarTribune
Although the economy is strong and consumers are optimistic, many small-business owners are holding fast to their cautious approach to expansion.
The government's latest estimate of second-quarter economic growth, released recently, showed that the gross domestic product grew at an annual rate of 4.2 percent. Meanwhile, the Conference Board's consumer confidence index rose to an 18-year high last month.
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Walnut Creek Patch
With year-round mild weather, California delivers the ultimate outdoor lifestyle and we've built our homes to reflect our special reality. A check of real estate listings from the San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego and inland to the desert revealed homes with yards that provide calm and relaxation. Take a look.
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