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The Industry's Choice for Education
PSP/Deck Expo is where thought-leaders come together to deliver the highest standard of education.
Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned professional, there are classes and courses for everyone! The best value in education is the Conference Super Pass, which includes access to all conference sessions, access to the Expo Hall and all show floor education.
Pre-Conference Education
(November 10-12)
PSP/Deck Expo is the event to attend for leading industry education and the most sought-after association certifications. Once you've taken a Pre-Show Education course, you can continue your education! All Pre-Show Education courses include a Super Pass or an Expo Pass.
Courses are available from our association partners at PHTA and GENESIS®, plus Watershapes University.
Specialty Education (November 10-15)
Courses to help you stay at the forefront of the industry. Options are available from American Shotcrete Association (ASA) and National Plasterers Council (NPC).
Core Conference (November 13-15)
The in-depth conference program for this year’s show is packed full of learning opportunities so that YOU can be ready to take your business to the next level. With 45+ sessions and a wide variety of education tracks to choose from, our conference program can be tailored to meet your specific needs!
Courses are included with a Super Pass, or a Day Pass (on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday)
The Education Tracks Are:
Join the Builder track for technical discussions on residential/commercial pool construction. Empower yourself with proper construction standards as a builder or construction manager.
GENESIS C420: Advanced Floating Techniques for Tile Installation (MO3)
Greg Andrews, Ken Milberry
Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Builder Power Panel (MO4)
Speakers To Be Announced
Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
WU C1698: Clear Direction: Designing and Installing Acrylic Pool Windows (M12)
Rick Chafey
Monday, November 13: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
GENESIS C412: Demystifying Waterproofing (TU03)
Greg Andrews, Ken Milberry
Tuesday, November 14: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
WU C1641: Porcelain Pool Tile Installation: Techniques and Best Practices (TU08)
Jimmy Reed
Tuesday, November 14: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
GENESIS E115: Introduction to Circulation & Hydraulics (TU09)
Terry Brannon, P.E.
Tuesday, November 14: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
WU C1711: Pool Renovation Inspection Checklist: Considerations for a Successful Project (TU19)
Paolo Benedetti
Tuesday, November 14: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
WU C1233: Concrete Science: Optimal Mix Designs and Delivery Logistics (WE07)
Bill Drakeley
Wednesday, November 15: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Family Friendly Landscape Designs (WE08)
Scott Cohen
Wednesday, November 15: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
WU E1221: Structural Details of Pool Shells: Principles and Practices (WE15)
David Peterson
Wednesday, November 15: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Gain industry knowledge and the skills you need to excel in your career. Whether you are a pool technician, spa specialist, or service professional, this education provides a solid foundation and practical expertise.
SEE ALL THE SERVICE SESSIONS
Leak Detection & Non Destructive Pipe Repair Methods (M05)
Darren Merlob
Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
WU B1122: Hazardous Materials & Hazard Communication for Pool Pros (M08)
Lauren Broom
Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Adopting ANSI/PHTA/ICC-2 Standard as a Companion to the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (M10)
Dennis Berkshire
Monday, November 13: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Maximizing Efficiency: The Role of Specialty Chemicals in Pool Care (TU05)
Alicia Stephens
Tuesday, November 14: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Saltwater Chemistry: It's More than Just Salt (TU12)
Alicia Stephens
Tuesday, November 14: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Turn Your Team Into A Championship Team: Hiring, Training, Management, Motivation and Retention (TU13)
David Fellman
Tuesday, November 14: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Water Quality Ranges, Target Values, or Balance Indexes: What is The Best Way to Maintain Pool Water (TU18)
Jody O'Grady, John Weber, Joe Luarino
Tuesday, November 14: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Backyard Pool Chemistry For Service Pros (WE01)
Eric Knight
Wednesday, November 15: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Finding Leaks - Turn Headaches into Profits (WE06)
Brad Madison
Wednesday, November 15: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
ANSI/PHTA Standards Guiding You to Better Water Chemistry (WE11)
Jody O'Grady, Jim Egan, John Weber
Wednesday, November 15: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Service Power Panel (WE12)
Speakers To Be Announced
Wednesday, November 15: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Unleash your potential by ensuring impeccable workmanship, honing your talent acquisition and development skills, and mastering the art of bidding on outdoor living projects.
DECKx Talks: Beyond the Boards - Shaping the Deck Evolution
Welcome to DECKx Talks – a pioneering initiative of NADRA (North American Decking and Railing Association) and Legacy Decks Academy. Leveraging NADRA's advocacy and Legacy Decks Academy's educational expertise, DECKx Talks will navigate through today's challenges and opportunities, carving out the path for the next generation of decking.
DECKx Talk: Maximizing Social Media Impact (N01)
Chris Breen, Gordon South, Sean Collinsgru, Catherine Lippincott
Monday, November 13 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
DECKx Talk: Sealing the Deal: Leveraging Design to Boost Sales (N02)
Chris Breen, John Lea, Robert "Deck DaVinci" Hodichak
Monday, November 13 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
DECKx Talk: Boost Your Bottom Line: Tech-Driven Estimations & Project Management (N03)
Chris Breen, Eric Fortenberry, Jeff Wraley
Monday, November 13 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Decking Power Panel – SHOW FLOOR SESSION! (D02)
Chuck Casey, Andy Hanley, Brendan Casey, Clint Webb, John Lea, Mike Mitchell
Monday, November 13 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The First Appointment for Backyard Transformation (TU01)
Mike Farley
Tuesday, November 14 | 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
2027 ICC Code Hearings – NADRA Leads the Way in Reviewing and Suggesting New Proposals (TU16)
John Kozal, Mark Guthrie
Tuesday, November 14 | 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
DECKx Talk: "Mastering Marketing & Branding for Outdoor Living" (N04)
Amy Breen, April Edwards
Tuesday, November 14 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
DECKx Talk: "From Chaos to Clarity: Mastering the Model of Scaling Your Business" (N05)
Chris Breen, Amy Breen, Jason Varney, Leif Wirtanen
Tuesday, November 14 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
DECKx Talk: "Beyond Wood: The Next Generation of Deck Framing" (N06)
Chris Breen, James Gunning, Scot Sheffield, Jason Alloway
Tuesday, November 14 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Explore business operations and ownership education. Geared to owners and entrepreneurs, in an easy-to-use format.
SEE ALL THE BUSINESS SESSIONS
Leadership: Traits and Practices of Highly Effective Leaders (M01)
Tyler Rasmussen, Justin Gormley
Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
10 Tips For Financial Success in Your Pool Business (M09)
Nick Day, Matthew Gohlke
Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
GENESIS B215: Thinking Outside the Box - An Industrywide Discussion Panel on How to Run Your Business (M11)
Rocky Wisely
Monday, November 13: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
GENESIS C110: Pool Construction Documents: What Needs to be on Your Plans (TU02)
Skip Phillips, Terry Brannon, P.E.
Tuesday, November 14: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
GENESIS D326: Innovation not Reinvention - Learn How to Implement Creativity and Innovation to Transform Your Business (TU10)
Feras Irikat
Tuesday, November 14: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Ready to Retire? - Exploring Transition Options TU15)
Edgar Sanchez
Tuesday, November 14: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
GENESIS B110: Protecting Your Business - 6 Basic Steps to Prevent Litigation or Other Legal Issues (WE03)
Steven Getzoff, Skip Phillips
Wednesday, November 15: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
The 4 Keys to Improve Your Sales Team's Win Rates (WE04)
Derek Baer
Wednesday, November 15: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
7 Crucial Marketing Secrets Every Pool Builder Should Know (WE09)
Brett Abbott
Wednesday, November 15: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Pool Business Management: Accounts Payable, Cash Flow, Draw Management OH MY! (WE14)
Heather Linton
Wednesday, November 15: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Learn principles, techniques, and skills for creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces.
SEE ALL THE DESIGN/OUTDOOR LIVINGS SESSIONS
GENESIS D327: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly - How Buildings, Pools and The Landscape Successfully Live Together (M02)
Paul John Boulifard
Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
The First Appointment for Backyard Transformation (TU01)
Mike Farley
Tuesday, November 14: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m
WU D1562: Igniting Imagination: Designing with Fire and Water for Stunning Outdoor Spaces (TU14)
Jason Brownlee
Tuesday, November 14: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
GENESIS C315: Remodel Do's and Dont's - How to Elevate the Old to Gold (WE03)
Terry Brannon, P.E., Kate Wiseman
Wednesday, November 15: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m
GENESIS D340: The Roots of Modern Design - From “Then” Until “Now” (WE10)
Paul John Boulifard
Wednesday, November 15: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Gain product knowledge, customer service, sales techniques, and business operations expertise. Engage customers, address needs, and provide expert guidance on selecting outdoor products.
SEE ALL THE RETAIL SESSIONS
Disrupting or Prompting: Does This Affect How You Approach Business? (M06)
Tom Shay
Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Customer Relations in an Everchanging World (TU06)
Jane Merritt, Mallory Bjekich
Tuesday, November 14: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m
Retail Power Panel (TU11)
Speakers To Be Announced
Tuesday, November 14: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Evaluate Your Store 360 Degrees: Deliver an Astonishing Experience at Every Touchpoint (WE13)
Anne Obarski
Wednesday, November 15: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Discover the latest advancements and trends. Leverage cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions for our industry's success.
SEE ALL THE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION SESSIONS
Transforming Pools with AI and Advanced Technology: The Future of Construction, Safety, and Maintenance (TU04)
Sai Reddy
Tuesday, November 14: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Enhancing the Power of Mobile Apps in Pool Building (WE05)
Julio Schembari
Wednesday, November 15: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Excel in your career and become a leader. Gain tools, knowledge, and a growth mindset for personal and professional development. Achieve your goals and enhance your leadership skills. Suitable for all career stages.
SEE ALL THE LEADERSHIP & CAREER DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS
How to Build Your Team (TU07)
Edgar Sanchez, Katie Wilke Junkers
Tuesday, November 14: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Fast Friends - Quickly Bond With Your Clients to Discover What They Really Want (WE16)
Scott Cohen
Wednesday, November 15: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Show Floor Education (November 13-15)
From general business and marketing classes to panel discussions and live demos the show floor is packed with a large selection of education for all attendees.
These courses are included in all registration types: Super Pass, Expo Pass, and Day Pass.
World Aquatic Health Conference (WAHC)
The World Aquatic Health Conference (WAHC) is co-locating with PSP/Deck Expo! Join us November 13-15, 2023 in Las Vegas and network with a broader audience, visit the trade show floor, and experience the high-quality education you've come to know at WAHC.
Elevate Your Pool's Potential with Innovative New Technology - Webinar
October 25, 2023 at 3 PM
Join our exclusive webinar to discover how you can elevate the swimming experience in your commercial pools. Learn how AIS Water’s proven purpose-built technology, chlorination by electrolysis, can effectively combat smelly and cloudy water, eye and skin irritation, all while reducing water waste and enhancing safety by eliminating the need to store and handle hazardous chemicals. Dive into the workings of this technology, with a track record of over 30 years in numerous installations across Australia, Europe and East Asia. Explore why AIS Water is now introducing this groundbreaking technology to the United States and how it can revolutionize your pool management.
Pool Nation® Boot Camp - NEW in 2023!
Introducing the Pool Nation® Boot Camp, an exceptional educational program that's part of the Pool Man University initiative.Specifically designed for pool professionals, our program goes beyond conventional education, encompassing all the crucial aspects necessary for success in the pool business.
Whether you're a novice looking to enter the pool industry or a seasoned professional seeking to upgrade your skills, the Pool Nation® Boot Camp offers a comprehensive, practical, and immersive education experience that is instrumental in carving a successful path in the pool industry. Prepare to immerse yourself in an ocean of knowledge and expertise
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