APSP News
DiGiovanni named to NDPA Board of Directors
APSP’s Vice President, Technical & Standards Carvin DiGiovanni has been appointed to the board of directors for the National Drowning Prevention Alliance. His two year term begins July 1, 2015. NDPA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to saving lives through drowning prevention and water safety efforts. Its mission is to prevent drowning and aquatic injuries, by educating, leading, engaging, and supporting the public, our members, chapters, and partners. “Working with the NDPA we want to raise a higher level of awareness of water safety with consumers while they are enjoying their pool or hot tub,” said DiGiovanni. “Industry professionals can help protect consumers by working for adoption of the International Swimming Pool & Spa Code in their jurisdiction because it will afford the same level of safety protection to residential pools that the VGB gives to public pools.”
Save the Date! WAVE Young Professionals Network Reception at EXPO
Join us on Tuesday, Nov. 10 from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Border Grill in Las Vegas to network and socialize with other young professionals. The Wave Network, targeted to the next generation of pool and hot tub professionals, is a group of young, forward-thinking APSP members. They seek to establish their voice and presence in the industry and are looking to connect to discuss similar challenges and opportunities. APSP WAVE Network member admission is $10 per person and includes an assortment of beverages and appetizers. Nonmembers that wish to attend to support the group, will be charged $25 per person. Space is limited! Reserve your ticket today by calling your APSP Representative, 703.838.0083 ext. 301. For more information, email [email protected].
APSP University
Nordic Hot Tubs Takes Leadership Role in Retailer Training
APSP University is pleased to announce Michigan based Nordic Hot Tubs is taking a leadership role in industry education by underwriting the development of APSP business skills training for retail stores in the hot tub and pool sectors. The support enhances ongoing efforts to build APSP University curriculum that addresses real business needs to help make members be more successful. For more information about the retail program, or collaborating on additional education initiatives, contact Patrick Giambalvo.
Upcoming Courses
Visit APSP.org for more information and courses
Virtual Courses:
Sept. 9: Pool and Spa Inspection Seminar
Oct. 6: CMS Certified Maintenance Specialist Course
Oct. 7 Pool & Spa Construction Course
Nov. 16: CST Certified Service Technician Course
Webinars:
Aug. 5: Handling Difficult People
Aug 12: Conflict Management
Aug 19: Difficult Conversations
Aug 26: Overcoming Procrastination
Pool|Spa|Patio Expo:
Nov. 7-9: Pool & Spa Construction Course
Nov. 7-9: CST Certified Service Technician Course
Nov. 11: How to Maximize Your Profits Using Manufacturers’ Agents
