Kim Rogers
Hanley Wood Exhibitions
KRogers@HanleyWood.com
972.536.6353
2008 INTERNATIONAL POOL | SPA | PATIO EXPO EXPANDS OFFERINGS WITH GENESIS 3 EDUCATION AND SPECIAL EVENTS
DALLAS -- September 29, 2008 -- The Genesis 3 Design Group will offer a series of educational classes and special events in conjunction with the 2008 Int’l Pool | Spa | Patio Expo, November 18-20, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada USA.
In addition to the Design Schools and a Perspective Drawing School, Genesis 3 will continue their dedication to watershape design and construction excellence by sponsoring 12 seminars that make up the show’s core educational program.
On Tuesday, November 18, classes include, “Advanced Hydraulic Applications for Swimming Pools and Spas,” “Site Analysis Skills for Pool and Landscape Designers,” and “Fire Elements in Water Environments.”
Classes on Wednesday, November 19, include, “An Introduction to Natural Looking Pond Design and Construction,” “Attracting and Working with High-End Clients,” ”Include Landscape Lighting in Your Water Environment Projects” and “Water in Architecture.”
The Thursday, November 20, classes include, “Design and Installation of Clear Panels in Pools and Water Shapes,” “Technical Applications of Water in Transit,” “Cementitious Pool Surfaces Myths and Facts,” “Design and Construction of Difficult Projects in Challenging Locations,” and “Glass Mosaic Tile
Installation.”
“The 12 educational courses we are offering highlight the dynamic and diverse nature of the watershape design and construction industry," said Brian Van Bower, President and Co-Founder of Genesis 3. “It’s an unparalleled opportunity for industry professionals looking to sharpen their skills."
Aside from the educational classes, Genesis 3 will also sponsor two events on the show floor. The Genesis 3 Pavilion will feature products and services from Genesis 3 sponsors and supporters. Attendees are encouraged to stop by to meet the Genesis 3 founders and faculty, as well as network with some of the top creative designers and builders in the watershape industry. The pavilion is sponsored by Clearwater Tech.
On Tuesday, November 18, the Genesis 3 Lifestyle Program will feature a live appearance by Gary Eberle, founding winemaker and head of Eberle Winery. From 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm in booth #E-215, Eberle will be pouring some of his world class wines from his Paso Robles, California vineyard.
Continuing the wine celebration that evening, Genesis 3 will sponsor its annual Family Reunion & Winemaker Dinner at the Rain Nightclub at the Palms Casino Resort. Winery founder Gary Eberle will once again be the host for an evening offering a delicious dinner expertly paired with Eberle’s awardwinning wines. Sponsored by Pentair-StaRite, this amazing evening will be held from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm.
Registration is required for the Genesis 3 classes and events. To register for the event, visit www.PoolSpaPatio.com, where information is accessible 24-hours a day, seven days a week. Attendees who register before October 7, 2008, will receive early-bird pricing rates. For general show information, visit www.PoolSpaPatio.com or call 972.536.6350 or 888.869.8522. For more information about the Genesis 3 classes or events, please visit www.genesis3.com or call 877.513.5800.
About International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo
The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo unites the former Int’l Pool & Spa Expo, Backyard Living Expo and AQUA Show under one roof to create unique opportunities for networking and interaction that won’t exist at any other event. Attendees include pool/spa builders/installers, retailers, service technicians, landscape architects/designers, custom home builders and home design center professionals. The accredited conference program will feature 83 seminars addressing a myriad of industry issues. The Expo ranks #101 in the 2007 Tradeshow Week 200. The official show sponsors include the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP), Pool & Spa News and Custom Home Outdoors. The show is endorsed by the Genesis 3 Design Group.
About Hanley Wood
Hanley Wood, LLC, is the premier media company serving housing and construction. Through four operating divisions, the company produces award-winning magazines and Web sites, marquee trade shows and events, rich data and custom marketing solutions. The company also is North America’s leading publisher of home plans. Hanley Wood Exhibitions [Dallas] conducts 17 trade shows, including World of Concrete, one of the top 20 trade show events in the country.
Founded in 1976, Hanley Wood is a $250 million company owned by affiliates of JPMorgan Partners, LLC. CCMP Capital Advisors manages the Hanley Wood investment for JPMorgan Partners.
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