Membership in the Florida Swimming Pool Association can mean different things to different people. Some members join to give back to the industry that has supported them and their families, others because they want to have a say in the direction and regulation of the industry, others for the networking and friendships and still others join simply for use of the member logo as a mark of professionalism to consumers. It doesn’t matter what one reason convinces a person to join because once you start using the benefits and programs it is hard to find even one reason not to stay. Be sure to renew your membership by June 30!
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"Every man owes part of his time and money to the business or industry to which he is engaged. No man has a moral right to withhold his support from an organization that is striving to improve conditions within his sphere" Theodore Roosevelt, 1908Things are ever changing in the swimming pool industry and in business in general. The FSPA works as your eyes and ears and then relays important information to you. The great thing is that it is a two-way street; your information and ideas can be shared with the FSPA and, if necessary, action can be taken. Involvement and interaction make an association thrive.
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In less than a week we'll all be in Orlando learning, networking and have a great time with our fellow pool and spa professionals. Preregistration is strong and many of our classes are at capacity. There is still time to sign up and head to Orlando next week - one of the warmest places in the county this time of year! We are really looking forward to a great show with 37 new manufacturers displaying their products, more than 60 courses, many of which focus on eco-friendly practices, and lots of fun at the golf tournament and at Friday's private party. See you soon.
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Join us on February 20-21, 2009 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The weather will be great - today we expect a high in the 70's.Anyone who registers for the Show by January 31 will automatically be entered in a drawing to win 4 tickets to Sea World! Visit www.orlandopoolshow.com to register and view course descriptions.There are more than 60 courses offered at the Orlando Pool & Spa Show. Twenty-eight of those courses are new and nine contain eco-friendly content. As always, we have numerous classes at all levels for technical applications from aggregate finishes, hydraulics and chemistry to heat pumps and chlorinators. There are also an additional 15 free hand-on courses. Hands-on courses inside the exhibit hall and provide the chance for small group instruction on manufacturers’ products – for free! Also inside the exhibit hall Jennifer Hatfield is presenting a course on understanding the VGB act and there also is a presentation on the status of the drought in the southeastern US.A slowdown in business is a great time to focus on your company and on improving technical skills. Take advantage of the opportunity to attend more classes than you have in the past, bring more staff with you so they can see the big picture of the swimming pool industry and open your mind to the chance to share your experiences with other professionals.
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