APSP Quarterly - Spring 2008 - (Page 41)

Albert Rizzo Named First CBP of the Year The APSP Builders Council presented its fi rst CBP of the Year award to Albert Rizzo of Rizzo Pool Construction Company, Newington, Connecticut, at the 2007 Expo in Orlando (see story, page 36). The award was given during the CBP Recognition Dinner. in October 2007, taking over from Lee West of Newport Controls, a division of Rogerson Aircraft Corporation. Barnes is a member of the ASME, ASTM, and APSP suction safety standards writing committees, and he has invented and designed suction safety fittings and systems. click on the “Calendar” link, and then click on the “Meetings & Events Calendar” link. Education Calendar Steve Barnes Named Chair of APSP Technical Committee The APSP Board of Directors last year appointed Steve Barnes, Pentair Water Pool and Spa, to chair the APSP Technical Committee. Barnes assumed the chairmanship Meetings & Events Calendar Dates and locations of APSP meetings, industry shows, and other special events are updated throughout the year and available on our website. From the “Industry” section of www.APSP.org, simply Whether you’re a CBP Certified Building Professional ®, a CSP Certified Service Professional® or just looking to find basic education a nd t ra i n i ng, A PSP ca n help you with your education needs. Information about APSP classes, exams, a nd ot her educat ional opportunities is updated year-round and can be found online at www. APSP.org by following these links: Industry/Education & Certification/ Educat ion Calendar. To order educational publications such as the APSP Builders Manual Package, APSP Service Tech Manual or APSP Hot Tub Technician Manual, please e-mail memberservices@APSP.org or call 703.838.0083, ext. 301. About Us The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) is the world’s largest international trade association and leading industr y advocate, representing the swimming pool, spa, and hot tub industry. AQ The Perfect Outdoor Shower For: FOUNTAINS UNIQUE, LLC Superior customer support and extensive materials for all your project needs! 949-305-7372 WWW.FOUNTAINSUNIQUE.COM 367415_FountainUnique.indd 1 • Custom Fountains • Custom Mosaics • Components • Haddonstone Products Imported • Italian Stone • Terra-Cotta 22822 Granite Way, Suite A Laguna Hills, CA 92653 BACKYARDS - MARINAS & BOAT DOCKS - RESORTS & HOTELS MULTI-FAMILY COMPLEXES - BEACH & LAKE AREAS WALL MOUNTED - FREE STANDING - HOT & COLD WATER DRINKING FOUNTAIN - HOSE BIBB - HAND SPRAY CHECK OUT OUR GREAT OPTIONAL FEATURES AT Dallas, Georgia Manufacturers of Quality Stainlss Steel Showers Toll Free: 866-shower-1 www.poolshower.com The Pool Shower, Inc. “Our Reputation Is Stainless” SP RING 2008 | 41 2/1/08 6:01:27 PM 2/27/08 9:12:33 PM 366763_PoolShower.indd 1 http://www.APSP.org http://www.poolshower.com http://WWW.FOUNTAINSUNIQUE.COM

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APSP Quarterly - Spring 2008 Contents President's Message Chairman's Message International Awards of Excellence Spotlight Quality and Innovation If You're Still in the Pool Business, You're Leaving Money on the Table Gunslingers for Sale-s Can Pool Builders Hedge a Tough Year With... Hedges? Creating a Shared Vision: An Interview with PoolCorp CEO Manny Perez de la Mesa Grow Boating Initiative Helps Industry Imagine a Better Tomorrow First Ever CBP of the Year Award Presented at Inaugural CBP Recognition Dinner Safety Department News & Resources Advertiser's Index

APSP Quarterly - Spring 2008

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