Spa The Expo is returning to Las Vegas for the benefit of both exhibitors and attendees. This year, the Expo will feature a Formula 1 Grand Prix on the streets of Vegas following the show.
The pre-conference sessions will begin on Friday, November 10. The core education sessions and expo hall begin on Monday, November 13 with a keynote from Anthony Robles. He is a 2011 NCAA Wrestling Champion, with a story that has been adapted into a film.
The Welcome Party, which will be held at AYU dayclub (inside Resorts world Las Vegas), from 6-8 p.m., offers vendors and attendees a chance to network and enjoy food, drinks and entertainment. You can get a head start on the evening if you are a young professional by attending the PHTA Wave reception between 5 and 6 p.m.
Join GENESIS for their 25th Anniversary the following evening. GENESIS is hosting a celebration of its 25th anniversary from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Resorts World Conrad Hotel. There will be champagne, hors-d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to catch up with old friends.
The Pool Nation Awards, which will also take place at the Convention Center on November 14, will honor companies, products and people in different categories within the industry. This event runs from 6 p.m. to 9:30 pm. These categories include excellence, design, innovation and building. HASA will sponsor the Pool Nation Awards After Party in the Alle Lounge of the iconic Conrad Hotel, from 10:30 pm to 12:30 am. The Lounge is situated on the 66th Floor of the Conrad Hotel and offers panoramic views of Las Vegas’ vibrant skyline.
Continue reading to see the complete list of events and education for this year’s PSP Expo.
FRIDAY, NOV. 10
8:00 a.m.
- GENESIS C201 – Construction School : Concrete Pools – Day 1
- The first day of the PHTA Certified maintenance Specialist (CMS), or PHTA CMS, course
- The first day of the PHTA Certified service technician (CST) course
- PHTA Pool & Spa Operation (CPO) Certificate Course — Day 2
- Watershape University C2111 – Essential Pool Construction – Day 1
- Watershape University, C3611: Essential Plaster Workshop – Day 1, 2
- Watershape University: Essential Architectural Styles Workshop – Day 1
- Watershape University, D4211, Advanced Elements and Principles of Design
- Workshop — Day 2 of Watershape University’s E4411: Basic
- Electrical Workshop – Day 1
SATURDAY, NOV. 11
8:00 a.m.
- GENESIS C201 : Construction School: Concrete pools — Day 2
- GENESIS D180 – Drawing for Professionals – Day 1
- GENESIS D211 – Elements of Design – Day 1 of 2.
- GENESIS D231 – Color Theory & its Application — Day 2
- PHTA Certified HOT TUB Technician (CHTT), Day 1
- The second day of the PHTA Certified maintenance Specialist (CMS), or “CMS” course.
- The second day of the PHTA Certified service technician (CST) course
- PHTA Pool & Spa Operation (CPO) Certificate Course — Day 2
- Watershape University C2111 – Essential Pool Construction – Day 2
- Watershape University – C3611 : Essential Plaster Workshop – Day 2
- Watershape University: Essential Architectural Styles Workshop – Day 2
- Watershape University, D4211: Advanced Elements & Principles of Design Workshop – Day 2 of 2.
- Watershape University: Essential Electrical Workshop – Day 2
12:00 p.m.
- Watershape University: OSHA General Industry 10 Hours for Aquatic Professionals – Day 1
SUNDAY, NOV. 12
8:00 a.m.
- Pool Nation Boot Camp: HOP201: Pump Installation, Programming, and Repairs
- ISPSC Update on Significant Changes: 2021 and 2020 ISPSC Code (International Swimming Pool & Spa Code).
- The third day of the PHTA Certified maintenance Specialist (CMS), or CMS, course
- GENESIS C201 Construction School: Concrete pools — Day 3
- GENESIS D180 – Drawing for Professionals – Day 2
- GENESIS: D231: Color Theory and Its Application — Second Day of Two
- NPC’s Starting Technician Certification Course
- PHTA Certified HOT TUB Technician (CHTT), Day 2
- The third day of the PHTA Certified Services Technician (CST), Course
- Watershape University: OSHA General Industry 10 Hours for Aquatic Professionals — 2nd Day of 2
- Watershape University – C2111: Essential Pool Construction – Day 3
- Watershape University C3341 – Essential Plumbing Workshop
- Watershape University: C4271: Engineering and Construction of Vanishing Edges and Slot-Edge Design
- Watershape University, D2161 Revit: Advanced Tool for Watershape Project Management
- Watershape University: Essential Principles of Design Workshop D2211
10:15 a.m.
- Pool Nation Boot Camp: HOA201 Hands-On Pool Automaton Installation, Programming and Repair workshop
1:00 p.m.
- PHTA Certified pool and spa Inspector (CPI), Course
1:15 p.m.
- Pool Nation Boot Camp: HOS201: Pool Salt System Hands-On Workshop: Installation, Programming, and Repair
3:30 p.m.
- Pool Nation Boot Camp: HOH201 Hands-On Pool Heater Repair and Installation Workshop
5:00 p.m.
- PHTA Awards of Excellence
- Reception to celebrate 40 years of ANSI & Standards PHTA
MONDAY, NOV. 13
8:00 a.m.
- Ten Tips for Financial Success in your Pool Business
- Build Power Panel
- Do you approach business differently when it comes to disruption or prompting?
- GENESIS C420 – Advanced Floating Tile Installation Techniques
- GENESIS D327 – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly – How Buildings Pools and the Landscape can live together successfully
- Leadership – Traits and practices of highly effective leaders
- Leak Detection and Non Destructive Pipe Re-pair Methods
- Watershape University: B1122 Hazardous Materials and Proper Handling by Pool Pros
- Watershape University: D3634 – Designing Decks and Pergolas to Create Stunning Poolscapes
- Pool Nation Boot Camp C101 – Water Chemistry 101
- The American Shotcrete Association presents Quality Shotcrete: Know it when you see it.
- The American Shotcrete Association presents Quality Shotcrete: Know it when you see it.
9:15 a.m.
- Keynote
10:00 a.m.
- Pool Nation Boot Camp SH201: Managing Salt Pools
10:30 a.m.
- WAHC: Whole Community Approach to Drowning Prevention : A Case Study of the Delivery and Scaling up of Water Safety Programs in Communities at Risk
- Pool Chemical Safety Panel Discussion: Promoting Safety & Preventing Injury
- WHAC: Interim CDC Guidelines for Surf Venues
- Heritage Tailgate Party
11:00 a.m.
- Decks Done right Presentation Series: Pressure Treated and Corrosion-Proof Wood — Part 1
- GENESIS Solution Center — D123: Trends in Outdoor Designs
11:30 a.m.
- DECKx Talk: Maximizing Social Media Impact
12:00 p.m.
- PHTA Luncheon to Celebrate 50 Years of CPO
12:15 p.m.
- Decks Done right Presentation Series: Post Bases and Beams – Part I
12:30 p.m.
- Pool Nation Boot Camp OZA101: Ozone Systems: A Comprehensive Course for Pool Professionals
- GENESIS Solution Centre — C353 Splash Pad Construction
- Why is Outdoor Living Ranked No. Why is Outdoor Living Ranked No. Part I
1:00 p.m.
- Dive in: Empowering women to elevate their business
- Think Outside the Box: An Industry-Wide Panel Discussion on How to Run Your Business
- PHTA adopts ANSI/PHTA/ICC-2 Standard to Complement the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
- Watershape University: C1698: Clear Direction for Designing and Installing Acrylic Swimming Pool Windows
- Pool Nation Boot Camp WCB201 – Next Level Water Chemistry for Pool Professionals
1:30 p.m.
- Designing for Current: Lazy Rivers & Swim-In-Place Pools
- Decks Done right Presentation Series: Dr. Decks — Part 1
- DECKx Talk: Closing the Deal: Leveraging design to boost sales
- The Latest Drowning Statistics and What We Can learn from It
- The Bakari Williams Protocol: WAHC: Overcoming Tragedy
- Water Quality Ranges (WAHC), Target Values (TQV) or Balance Indexes (BI): What is the best way to maintain pool water?
2:00 p.m.
- GENESIS Solution Centre — B210: How Water Can Influence Your Client’s Proposals
2:30 p.m.
- Learn about AIS Water’s simpler, safer, smarter pool water disinfection.
- Hot Tub Power Women Meet & Greet
2:45 p.m.
- Pool Nation Boot Camp Ep101: Specialty water care — Enzymes and Phosphates
- The WAHC Aquatic Operations Guide: Doing More with Less
- WAHC: Create a Comprehensive Safety Plan to Mitigate Risks and Ensure Safety
- The World’s Biggest Swimming Lesson: 10 unexpected benefits of joining the world’s largest swimming lesson
3:00 p.m.
- Decks Done Right Presentation Series: Ledgers — Part I
- DECKx Talk: Boost Your Bottom Line: Tech-Driven Estimations & Project Management
3:30 p.m.
- GENESIS Solution Center – C271: A Discussion on Design and Construction
4:00 p.m.
- Four quick repairs to earn extra money
- Decking Power Panel
- Decks Done Right Presentation Series: Lateral Connections, Joists, Joist Hangers — Part I
5:00 p.m.
- Reception for PHTA Wave
6:00 p.m.
- Welcome Party
TUESDAY, NOV. 14
8:00 a.m.
- Customer Service in a Changing World
- GENESIS C110 Pool Construction Documents – What you need to include on your plans
- GENESIS C412 – Waterproofing – How to build your team
- Maximizing efficiency: the role of specialty chemicals in pool care
- The first appointment for backyard transformation
- AI and advanced technology: the future of construction, safety and maintenance
- Watershape University C1641 – Porcelain Pool tile Installation: Techniques & Best Practices
9:15 a.m.
- Hearings on the 2027 ICC Code — NADRA leads in reviewing and suggesting new proposals
- GENESIS D326 – Innovation Not Reinvention – Learn how to implement creativity and innovation to transform your business
- GENESIS E115 Introduction to Circulation & Hydraulics
- Are you ready to retire? Explore Transition Options
- Retail Power Panel
- Saltwater Chemistry is More Than Just Salt
- Turn Your Team into a Championship Team: Hiring and Training, Management, Motivating, and Retention
- WAHC: Advocacy for Public Policy and Codes to Promote Water Safety
- Water Chemistry Standards ANSI/PHTA: A Guide to Better Water Chemistry
- WAHC: Survey on Float Tank Operation Practices
- Watershape University: D1562 Igniting Imagination – Designing with Fire and Water to Create Stunning Outdoor Spaces
10:30 a.m.
- Deck Design Award Winners
- WAHC: Adopting ANSI/PHTA/ICC-2 Standard to Complement the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
- In an era of lifeguard shortages, WAHC is a technological advancement to drowning prevention.
- We Need to Talk About Splash Pads
- Heritage Tailgate Party
11:00 a.m.
- Dr. Decks – Part II of the Presentation Series: Decks — Part II
- GENESIS Solution Center – D220: Meeting your client’s high expectations
11:30 a.m.
- Reviewing Online Reviews of Pool and Spa Businesses can be a great way to increase ROI
- DECKx Talk: Mastering Marketing & Branding for Outdoor Living
12:30 p.m.
- Digital Marketing Playbook – Lead Generation in the Post Covid World
- GENESIS Solution Center – D235: Color and Branding: What impact does it have?
- Why is Outdoor Living Ranked No. Why is Outdoor Living Ranked No. — Part II
1:00 p.m.
- Decks Done right Presentation Series: Pressure Treated and Corrosion-Proof Wood — Part II
- GENESIS D310 – Innovative Pool & Backyard Design
- WAHC: Beyond The Code: Operational Standards at the Next Level
- The Significance Of Drowning In People With Autism
- WAHC: NY State Pool Disinfection Effectiveness Study
- How to maintain pool water using target values, ranges of water quality, or balance indexes
- Watershape University C1711 Pool Renovation Inspection Checklist – Considerations for a successful project
1:30 p.m.
- DECKx Talk – “From Chaos to Clarity : Mastering the model of scaling your business”
- Million Dollar Pool Design Challenge
2:00 p.m.
- Decks Done right Presentation Series: Railings and Stairs – Part I
- GENESIS Solution Centre — C240 Waterproofing: Compatible is critical
3:00 p.m.
- Decks Done right Presentation Series: Post bases, Beams and Footings — Part II
- DECKx Talk – “Beyond Wood : The Next Generation of Deck Framing”.
3:30 p.m.
- GENESIS Solution Center – C310: Interview with a Master CBP
4:00 p.m.
- Decks Done Right Presentation Series: Ledgers — Part II
- Network & Blossom Happy Hour
- Work-Life balance: The pursuit of work-life balance
6:00 p.m.
- Pool Nation Awards
- GENESIS 25th anniversary celebration
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15
8:00 a.m.
- Backyard pool chemistry for service professionals
- Mobile Apps for Pool Building: Boosting their Power
- Family Friendly Landscape Designs
- Finding Leaks — Turn Headaches Into Profits
- GENESIS B110 – Protecting your Business – 6 Steps to Avoid Litigation and Other Legal Issues
- GENESIS C315 – Remodel Do’s and Don’ts : How to elevate the old to gold
- How to improve your sales team’s win rate with these 4 keys
- Watershape University: C1233 Concrete Science: Mix Design Optimization and Delivery Logistics
9:00 a.m.
- Guide for Artificial Swimming Lagoons
- WAHC: The Future of Technology & AI for Complete Pool Management
- Safety Surfacing for Splash Pads: Standards & Best Practices in Water Safety
9:15 a.m.
- Seven Marketing Secrets that Every Pool Builder Must Know
- ANSI/PHTA Standards to Improve Water Chemistry
- The 360-degree evaluation of your store will deliver an amazing experience at every touchpoint
- You can quickly bond with your clients to discover what they really want.
- GENESIS D340 – The Origins of Modern Design – From “Then to Now”
- Manage your pool business: Cash flow, accounts payable, and draw management, oh my!
- Service Power Panel
- Watershape University: E1221 Structural details of pool shells: Principles & Practices
10:15 a.m.
- Digital Documentation to Improve Aquatic Risk Management
- WAHC: PHTA Pathogen Reduction task Force: Technology Assessments and Recommendations
- A panel discussion on WAHC’s Unifying Water Safety efforts across the United States
10:30 a.m.
- Heritage Tailgate Party
11:00 a.m.
- Decks Done Right Presentation Series: Lateral Connections, Joists, Joist Hangers — Part II
- GENESIS Solution Center – D410: Understanding Architecture and Why it Matters
12:30 p.m.
- GENESIS Solution Center – B310: Increase Your Business through Wellness Integration
1:00 p.m.
- Decks Done right Presentation Series: Railings and Stairs – Part II
*Current based on 10/26
