Richard Karn, Jon Dorenbos and Tommy Mello to take centerstage during 2023 Service World Expo October 3-6, 2023 Service World Expo has been the nation’s leading event for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, smart home, remodeling and general business professionals. Now in its seventh year, the show is set to return October 3-6, 2023 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona Read more
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Richard Karn, Jon Dorenbos and Tommy Mello to take centerstage during 2023 Service World Expo October 3-6, 2023
Service World Expo has been the nation’s leading event for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, smart home, remodeling and general business professionals. Now in its seventh year, the show is set to return October 3-6, 2023 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
With a robust lineup of keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and business training sessions, the 2023 Service World Expo will offer attendees fresh business insights. Plus, hundreds of exhibitors will be on hand, showcasing their latest industry-focused innovations and services to help add value to businesses nationwide.
“This event is highly focused on training, education and networking with fun sprinkled in as well,” said Tom Peregrino, President of Service Nation. “Our training and education are designed by revenue level, so no matter what size a company is, they’ll receive valuable information for where they are on their journey. We’ve also made it even easier than ever to network with other successful contractors. I’m excited that The New Flat Rate has combined their conference with ours to further increase the value. It’s like getting two conferences for one price! The shared learnings and best practices that can be gained from attending the Service World Expo are invaluable and unlike anything offered at other shows.”
Industry-Leading Speakers
Taking center stage during the four-day event will be a number of noteworthy keynote presenters, each of which will provide thought-provoking conversations and unforgettably entertaining moments. Kicking the festivities off will be a conversation with renowned actor and author Richard Karn. Throughout the duration of the show, attendees will have opportunities to also hear from other notable luminaries including former Philadelphia Eagle and magician Jon Dorenbos, whose presentation “Life is Magic” will both inspire and amaze, as well as entrepreneur Tommy Mello, who will present “Elevate: How to Build a Business Where Everybody Wins.”
Women of Service World
In addition to a jam-packed schedule of educational sessions, a special Women of Service World Breakfast and Panel Discussion will take place on Thursday, October 5th at 7 a.m. Bringing together five leading female industry voices, the panel will be moderated by Service Nation’s Director of Association Management, Carol Longacre, who will lead a spirited conversation about the evolution of trade industries and the growing prominence of women across them.
Added Educational Opportunities
Beyond the Women of Service World Breakfast and Panel Discussion, Serivce World Expo will offer a thorough and comprehensive mix of educational seminars. Topics addressed over the course of the show will include discussions surrounding financials, such as cashflow and how lenders look beyond credit scores, to best operating practices which examines everything from building systems in your business to the importance of investing in onboarding. The full schedule of seminars and events can be found at www.serviceworldexpo.com/schedule/.
Business Uncensored Conference
On top of the in-depth offerings being provided throughout the Service World Expo, a special partnership with The New Flat Rate, a highly acclaimed price generating software for home service contractors, will bring the popular Business Uncensored Conference to Service World Expo. Being held in a dedicated area within the Service World Expo, the Business Uncensored Conference is targeted at providing home service business owners and their implementers with proven strategies that help them improve overall profitability while maximizing their growth potential.
“We have always strived to provide attendees with as many valuable resources as possible,” added Sarah Blackhall, VP of Creative. “By partnering with The New Flat Rate, we are now able to offer an unprecedented amount of resources and knowledge to those attending Service World Expo.”
Registration for the 2023 Service World Expo is still open and tickets for the show can be purchased at www.serviceworldexpo.com. Additional updates and information on the show can be found through the Service World Expo’s Facebook and Instagram pages, as well.
NEST, the pioneers of integrated facilities management, has teamed up with leaders across the construction, retail, and skilled trades industries to create the Skilled Trades Advisory Council (STAC). Aimed to combat the crisis facing skilled labor in the U.S. and Canada, STAC’s founding advisors will leverage their resources, knowledge, and network to elevate the skilled trades Read more
NEST, the pioneers of integrated facilities management, has teamed up with leaders across the construction, retail, and skilled trades industries to create the Skilled Trades Advisory Council (STAC). Aimed to combat the crisis facing skilled labor in the U.S. and Canada, STAC’s founding advisors will leverage their resources, knowledge, and network to elevate the skilled trades as high-paying, honorable, and often heroic career paths, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, janitorial, construction, and other essential jobs that require a rejuvenated workforce.
Founding STAC advisors include:
- Rob Almond, CEO of NEST
- Sara Angus, Director of Construction, Starbucks
- Julie Starzynski, Director of Construction & Design, Floor & Decor
- Andrew Brown, Founder and CEO of Toolfetch
- Sarah Hammond, Owner and President of Atlas and Treasurer of Women in HVAC
- Kam Washington, Owner of PMA Construction
- Kate Cinnamo, Executive Director of Explore the Trades
- Mónica Muñoz, Senior Director of Capital Programs at DaVita Kidney Care
- Mary Gaffney, President of NAWIC Philadelphia Foundation and GEM Mechanical Services
“I’m encouraged that so many others share my passion for growing the trades and ending the stigma that surrounds jobs in the industry,” said Almond, who spearheaded the initiative. “STAC is a way for many of us to work together and find ways to encourage youth to consider a career in the skilled trades. There are many viable, lucrative, and creative opportunities to explore.”
According to online recruiting platform Handshake, the application rate for young people seeking technical jobs dropped by 49% in 2022 compared to 2020 (source). Staffing firm PeopleReady estimate 40% of the 12 million people in the skilled trades workforce are over the age of 45, with nearly half of those workers over the age of 55 (source).
Associated Builders and Contractors reported that the construction industry will need to attract an estimated 546,000 additional workers on top of the normal pace of hiring in 2023 to meet the demand for labor (source).
“The U.S. and Canadian workforces are struggling to fill a massive gap in the skilled trades, and we need to unite as an industry to reverse the trend,” added Almond, who is based in the Philadelphia area. “This group of founding advisors shares that passion across many sectors that make up the industry.”
To learn more about the Skilled Trades Advisory Council, follow STAC on LinkedIn or the platform formerly known as Twitter.
Active military personnel, veterans and first responders receive free admission to the fair with their families on Aug. 18 Peterman Brothers, a leading HVAC and plumbing company serving the Greater Indianapolis area, is honoring the sacrifice of active and former military personnel and first responders at the Indiana State Fair on Friday, Aug. 18. First Read more
Active military personnel, veterans and first responders receive free admission to the fair with their families on Aug. 18
Peterman Brothers, a leading HVAC and plumbing company serving the Greater Indianapolis area, is honoring the sacrifice of active and former military personnel and first responders at the Indiana State Fair on Friday, Aug. 18.
First responders and current and former members of the military who present valid ID at the gate will be admitted free with their families on Military and First Responders’ Day, sponsored by Peterman Brothers.
“We want to pay tribute to the people who put their lives on the line to protect us and preserve our freedoms,” said Chad Peterman, president of Peterman Brothers. “The Indiana State Fair is a great event that represents the deep values we share in the Indianapolis area. That makes it a great occasion for us to express our gratitude to the neighbors who lay it all on the line and let them know how much we care and appreciate what they do.”
In addition to Military and First Responders’ Day, Peterman Brothers will have a booth at the fair through Aug. 20. Attendees can stop by to register to win prizes or find out more about the company.
The Indiana State Fair takes place through Aug. 20. For more information about the fair, please visit www.indianastatefair.com.
Peterman Brothers is available to help with any plumbing or cooling needs. For more information, call (260) 201-3070 or visit www.petermanhvac.com.
Watts will be hosting a live-streamed event. Tune into the Watts social media channels on August 16th at 2 p.m. ET to discuss how connected technology is changing the landscape of backflow prevention. Coverage to include: Smart and connected backflow solutions New innovations in backflow prevention Behind-the-scenes view of production Interviews with industry professionals – and more Read more
Watts will be hosting a live-streamed event. Tune into the Watts social media channels on August 16th at 2 p.m. ET to discuss how connected technology is changing the landscape of backflow prevention.
Coverage to include:
- Smart and connected backflow solutions
- New innovations in backflow prevention
- Behind-the-scenes view of production
- Interviews with industry professionals – and more
National Backflow Prevention Day day commemorates the tragic backflow incident on the same day which occurred at the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair.
The plumbing industry has rallied around this day to assist in recognizing and honoring backflow preventers – the professionals who ensure our available water supply is free of toxins, waste and harmful chemicals. The holiday aims to spread awareness about the importance of backflow prevention and how the technology is used.
The first backflow incident
It was the summer of 1933. Visitors traveled from points near and far to attend the World’s Fair in Chicago. A water supply was shared by two major hotels that were filled to capacity with tourists. Unaware of the dangerous cross connections in their plumbing system, the two hotels unknowingly allowed amoebic dysentery to spread prolifically throughout their rooms, contaminating the water consumed by their guests.
200 people became severely ill, and 98 of them ultimately lost their lives. This tragic story continues to be a driving factor in backflow innovation. As Watts engineers each new generation of valve, and each new connected feature, we remember that backflow prevention saves lives.
What is National Backflow Prevention Day? National Backflow Prevention Day is a day dedicated to the celebration of backflow prevention and cross-connection control. Backflow preventers are the unsung heroes of water safety as they often go unnoticed, yet play a crucial role in supplying clean and safe water all over the world. Without backflow prevention, people would face the risk of consuming water with toxins, chemicals, waste, and countless other contaminants.
Why is this day being celebrated or observed? The purpose of National Backflow Prevention Day is to acknowledge the importance of backflow prevention, educate the public on how this life-saving technology is used, and to recognize the water quality professionals responsible for installing and maintaining backflow preventers.
How should this day be celebrated or observed? Celebrate National Backflow Prevention day by participating in the following:
- Thank your local plumber or water quality professional for their work
- Attend official National Backflow Prevention Day virtual events
- Locate a backflow preventer in your community, and share an image of it on social media
- Share images of your own backflow and cross-connection installs on social media
Follow Watts on social media channels @wattswater and use #BackflowDay to engage and support the event.
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Engineered for peak hydraulic performance without overloading, the GSP0311 Cast Iron Sump and Effluent Pump is ideal for sump, small basin and effluent installations. Approved for residential use, the pump is corrosion-resistant for lifetime use and built with high-quality components to keep your basement dry. The premium mechanical seal design provides superior protection against abrasive materials, while the suction strainer covers the entire base to reduce debris entry. Learn more about the GSP0311 Cast Iron Sump and Effluent Pump