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PHTA UPDATES
We know this is a busy time for you, and we don't want you to miss out on the opportunity to showcase your best work! The PHTA International Awards of Excellence deadline has been extended to Friday, July 16 at 11:59 p.m. ET. This means you have 9 MORE DAYS to get your entries in! Pictured: 2020 Screened Enclosed Residential Pool Gold Winner, Superior Pools of Southwest Florida, Inc.
  
Listen in to Episode 5 of Step Into Swim: Pooled Together: The Role of Community in the Aquatic Industry. In this episode, PHTA President & CEO Sabeena Hickman and Vice President of Partnerships & Development Rowdy Gaines sit down with Rob Butcher, CEO of Swim Across America Foundation, to discuss the sentimental aspects of pools and the sport of swimming. The three also delve into the importance of diversity in the industry and much more!
The Young Professional of the Year Award is a peer-nominated award recognizing a forward-thinking leader under the age of 40 who will be the voice and next generation of pool and spa professionals. Nominees must meet the following criteria: –Nominee is committed to being a positive role model for the profession and peers. –Nominee is currently under the age of 40. –Nominee has been employed in the pool, hot tub, or spa industry for at least three years. –Nominee actively participates with PHTA at a local or national level. –Nominee is a current employee of a PHTA member company in good standing. The 2021 Young Professional of the Year nomination deadline is August 27.
EDUCATION AND EVENTS
Join the California Pool & Spa Association (CPSA) on Tuesday, July 13, at 8:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. PT for a virtual town hall meeting, The California Drought: Where We Are, Where We're Going, and What YOU Can Do to Help Defend Our Industry. We will discuss ways to combat the misinformation regarding water usage by pools, spas, and hot tubs; resources for our industry; resources for consumers; and what you can do to help.
Join PHTA to celebrate the best of the best in the pool and hot tub industry! On November 15, as part of the PSP/Deck Expo, we will be honoring the recipients of the 2021 International Awards of Excellence, one of the largest, most well-renowned design competitions in the pool and hot tub industry. We will also recognize the Builder of the Year, Retailer of the Year, Service Professional of the Year, and Young Professional of the Year. Please plan to join us for this exciting event.
MEMBERSHIP
PHTA is always growing! In June, 17 companies and individuals from around the country and the world joined PHTA. Meet our newest members and reach out to them to say hello!
The myPHTA Online Community is a place to connect and network with other professionals in the pool and hot tub industry. We have an Open Forum where all PHTA members can communicate with each other, as well as 30 additional communities for our councils, committees, and other groups. Log in to myPHTA to particpate in the 100+ discussions covering topics from human resources and business best practices to updated standards and codes, and much more.
ADVOCACY
The PHTA Government Relations team monitors state and local legislation as well as rulemaking nationwide, advocating around the country for legislation and rulemaking that benefits PHTA and its members. Priority issues surround the adoption of the International Swimming Pool & Spa Code (ISPSC), Portable Electric Spa Energy Efficiency via adoption of the APSP-14 Standard, Licensing/Certification/Training, Pool & Hot Tub Safety and Education, Prop 65 in California, as well as other areas. The following are a few highlights:
*Code Update: PHTA submitted eight public comments on proposals during the current ICC code cycle. These comments were reviewed by PHTA members and approved by the PHTA Technical Committee. The ICC Public Comment Hearings will be held in September in Pittsburgh with PHTA staff and member participation. Questions or input on any legislative, regulatory, or local matters should be directed to Jason Davidson at jdavidson@phta.org. For a full, comprehensive report on PHTA Government Relations activities nationwide, click here. FOR YOUR BUSINESS
U.S. Chamber of Commerce New polling data released by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce shows hiring bonuses are an effective instrument to encourage more Americans to return to work. The survey also reveals other impactful solutions that can be deployed to address the worker shortage. Forbes Resilient supply chains are critical to business. While the stability of supply chains are outside anyone’s control, there are steps that a business can take to protect itself from the fallout. INDUSTRY NEWS
Aquatics International Magazine Inclusive play is becoming a greater priority as we emerge from the pandemic, with outdoor spaces remaining the safer place to spend time. Consider these ways to design splash pads for a range of development, cognitive, and physical abilities. AQUA Magazine Lighting must be an integral part of the overall design strategy. Lighting puts a crowning touch on the overall space and transitions it from day to night. Pool & Spa Marketing The goal for every professional pool/spa operator is to provide a healthy, odor-free facility. Aquatic facility air and water quality research shows air quality is dependent on pool/spa water quality and bather cleanliness.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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World Aquatic Health Conference
