As February rolls around, it's out with the old year, and in with the new — and time for another installment of the annual Everything Under the Sun Expo. This year's event is scheduled for February 24-25, 2023 in Orlando, Fla.
What began as a small tabletop event has grown over the last 50-plus years into a unique opportunity to see new products, make new connections and of course, soak up some rays. Education begins on Wednesday, February 22 with a wide range of specialty courses and general sessions. With topics covering professional growth, business and technical training, there’s something for every learner.
A special Welcome & Awards Reception, sponsored by Horner Express, will be held on Thursday, February 24 at the Rosen Plaza Hotel at 6:30 p.m. Attendees must RSVP by February 17.
The festivities kick off with a Welcome Party on Friday, February 24 at Howl at the Moon. Attendees can enjoy free food, an open bar and dueling pianos.
The Everything Under the Sun Expo is an annual classic — and a chance to start your new year off on the right foot. What better place to shake off the post-holiday blues than in the Sunshine State?
We hope to see you there!
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Florida Public Pool Specialist
LP Gas Master Qualifier Endorsed Program
Genesis: E245: Standards, Codes, and Ordinances: A Builder’s Guide to Proper Implementation
Watershape University: Construction 3611: Essential Plaster Workshop
Watershape University: Engineering 4411: Electrical Installation Workshop
National Plasterers Council Start-Up Certification
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
LP Gas CE: Florida Laws and Rules
Genesis: C410: Advanced Pool Construction
Watershape University: Construction 3341: Essential Plumbing Workshop
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Could This Happen to You?
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
What Happens If I Do That?
PHTA/Genesis: E111: Introduction to Swimming Pool Hydraulics
12:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Florida Workers’ Compensation Laws and Requirements
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
An In-Depth Look at Swimming Pool/Spa Heating
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Watershape University: CON 2921: Profiling Outstanding Projects Start to Finish
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Web-Based Automation and Voice Commands (SPANISH)
Web-Based Automation and Voice Commands
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Welcome & Awards Reception
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Waterproofing Concrete Pools
Workplace Safety
Commercial Pool Equipment Repairs and Upgrades
Proper Swimming Pool Inspections With Leak Detection
Water Testing and Treatment Myths-Exposed
Proper Inground Spa Jet Design in a Variable-Speed World
VSPs and the DOE (Spanish)
VSPs and the DOE
Saline Chlorination - Making Chlorine Out of Recycled Pool Water
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Industrial Grade VFD Alternatives
Preparing Your Business to Live Without You
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Watershape University: BUS 1341: Design Fees: Billing for Professional Services (Spanish)
Solar Heater, Design, Application
Chemistry for the New Pool and Other Advanced Chemistry Issues
Six Steps to Safer Digging
Basic Pool Equipment Troubleshooting and Repairs
Watershape University: CON 1956: Understanding Alkali Silica Reaction
Swimming Pool & Spa Basic Electrical
Florida Workers’ Compensation Laws and Requirements
How to Generate Better Leads Online
Pool Chlorine Mysteries: Chlorine’s Annoying Disappearing Act: How to Fix It and Increase Profits
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
DBPR CILB Laws and Rules
Salt Chlorine Generators for Beginners
Boom-to-Boost: Get Your Business Ready for Post-Pandemic Growth
Chemistry for the New Pool and Other Advanced Chemistry Issues (Spanish)
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
FBC Advanced Module: 2020 Pool/Spa Energy
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday Night Party
FBC Advanced Module: 2020 Swimming Pool Updates
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Your Worst Plumbing Nightmares and Expert Solutions
Can I Do That? Swimming Pool License Scope and Limitations
Selecting, Operating and Maintaining Recreational Water Features
Stop Guessing and Start Understanding What Drives the Buying Habits of Today’s Home Pool Owners
Understanding Basic Hydraulics
Driver Screening & the Importance of MVR Policies
FBC Advanced Module ANSI-15 and ANSI-7
Intermediate Pool Water Chemistry and Troubleshooting
Enhancing Your Digital Footprint
Alternative Dispute Resolution
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Cost-Saving Methods for Business Insurance
The Importance of Incident Investigations
CYA Smart: A Movement Toward Better, Healthier Water
The VGBA Standard Changed: What Your Company Needs to Know
Effective Communication Techniques
Swimming Pool & Spa Basic Electrical Requirements
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Florida Construction Lien Law
Formalized Fleet Safety
Gas Pool Heater Not Working: Common Gas Supply Issues and Troubleshooting
Exploring ORP
PHTA/Genesis: Job Costing for Profit vs. Existence
Watershape University: CON 3251: Pier and Beam Construction
Recreational Water Balance 101
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
PHTA/Genesis: C212: Pool Services: Problems and Solutions: Profiles: An Interactive PowerPoint and Discussion to Help Identify, Prevent and Mediate Pool Surface Irregularities
PHTA/Genesis: E345: Understanding PHTA Standards and Codes
An Overview of Florida’s Construction Lien Law
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dealing With Dirt Problems: Sources of Risk in the Construction Industry and Issues That Should Be Addressed in the Construction Contract to Reduce Risk
This article first appeared in the February 2023 issue of AQUA Magazine — the top resource for retailers, builders and service pros in the pool and spa industry. Subscriptions to the print magazine are free to all industry professionals. Click here to subscribe.
