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Sunday, October 26, 2025
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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PHCC Executive Committee Meeting
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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PHCC Executive Committee Meeting
Location: Lyon - Amway Hotel
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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PHCC Executive Committee Meeting (Invitation Only)
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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PHCC Executive Committee Dinner (Invitation Only)
Location: Offsite
Monday, October 27, 2025
7:15 AM - 1:30 PM
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Bradford White Manufacturing Facility Tour (additional registration required)
7:15 AM - 1:30 PM
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Bradford White Manufacturing Facility Tour (additional registration required)
Location: Offsite
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Breakfast at Kitchen Counter (Companion Event Activity)
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Breakfast at Kitchen Counter (Companion Event Activity)
Location: Offsite
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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PHCC Board of Directors Meeting
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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PHCC Board of Directors Meeting
Location: Emerald - Amway Hotel
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Registration Open
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Registration Open
Location: Exhibit Hall Foyer
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Frederik Meijier Botanical Gardens – Self-guided Tour (additional registration required)
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Frederik Meijier Botanical Gardens – Self-guided Tour (additional registration required)
Location: Offsite
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Joint Board of Directors Lunch (Invitation Only)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Joint Board of Directors Lunch (Invitation Only)
Location: Pearl - Amway Hotel
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Educational Foundation Board of Directors Meeting
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Educational Foundation Board of Directors Meeting
Location: Emerald - Amway Hotel
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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QSC Advisory Council Meeting (Invitation Only)
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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QSC Advisory Council Meeting (Invitation Only)
Location: Overlook B
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
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Apprentice Contest Orientation
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
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Apprentice Contest Orientation
Location: Exhibit Hall
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Masterclass: Achieve More with Gen AI – Guided by Leading Experts (Open to All/Companion Event Activity)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Masterclass: Achieve More with Gen AI – Guided by Leading Experts (Open to All/Companion Event Activity)
Location: Overlook D
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Campfire CONNECT Opening Party
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Campfire CONNECT Opening Party
Location: Ballroom B
Sponsored By
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
6:45 AM - 7:30 AM
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Apprentice Contestant Breakfast (Invite Only)
6:45 AM - 7:30 AM
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Apprentice Contestant Breakfast (Invite Only)
Location: Exhibit Hall
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Registration Open
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Registration Open
Location: Exhibit Hall Foyer
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Apprentice Contest - Day 1
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Apprentice Contest - Day 1
Location: Exhibit Hall
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Opening Breakfast
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Opening Breakfast
Location: Ballroom B
Sponsored By
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
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Keynote Opening: Connectable: How to Strengthen Team Connection in the New Era of Work
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
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Keynote Opening: Connectable: How to Strengthen Team Connection in the New Era of Work
Location: Ballroom B
Keynote Speaker:
Ryan Jenkins, CSP
– RyanJenkins.com
Sponsored By
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adapting to the New Legislative and Regulatory Landscape
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adapting to the New Legislative and Regulatory Landscape
Location: Overlook A
Speaker:
Charles R. White
– PHCC-National Association
Speaker:
Mark Valentini, MPP
– PHCC--National Association
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Empower Your Team: Unlocking New Educational Opportunities at the PHCC Academy®
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Empower Your Team: Unlocking New Educational Opportunities at the PHCC Academy®
Location: Overlook C
Speaker:
Daniel Quinonez, COO of PHCC National
– PHCC National Association
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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From Connection to Collaboration: Building a Thriving Organizational Culture
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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From Connection to Collaboration: Building a Thriving Organizational Culture
Location: Overlook D
Speaker:
Michael Evans, Training & Development
– Milwaukee Tool
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Managing Your Cyber Risk in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Managing Your Cyber Risk in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Location: Overlook B
Speaker:
Dean Rhoades
– Federated Insurance
Sponsored By
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Walking Foodie Tour (additional registration required; Companion Event Activity)
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Walking Foodie Tour (additional registration required; Companion Event Activity)
Location: Offsite
11:15 AM - 3:00 PM
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Product & Technology Showcase
11:15 AM - 3:00 PM
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Product & Technology Showcase
Location: Exhibit Hall
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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The Benefits of Hybrid Heat Pump Solutions - A Balanced Approach to Heating and Cooling Homes
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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The Benefits of Hybrid Heat Pump Solutions - A Balanced Approach to Heating and Cooling Homes
Location: Learning Lab 1 - Expo Hall
Speaker:
Armistead B. Mauck
Speaker:
John T. Borzoni
– Bindus Manufacturing
Speaker:
Heather Hellmuth
– Rinnai America Corporation
Sponsored By
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
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Lunch on Tradeshow Floor
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
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Lunch on Tradeshow Floor
Location: Exhibit Hall
Sponsored By
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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Beyond the Grind: The Next Frontier of InSinkErator Technology
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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Beyond the Grind: The Next Frontier of InSinkErator Technology
Location: Learning Lab 1 - Expo Hall
Speaker:
Eric Schultz
– InSinkErator
Sponsored By
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Bradford White GR and GS Tankless Water Heaters
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Bradford White GR and GS Tankless Water Heaters
Location: Learning Lab 1 - Expo Hall
Speaker:
Tom Kelly
– Bradford White Corporation
Sponsored By
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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Milwaukee PACKOUT™ RACK
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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Milwaukee PACKOUT™ RACK
Location: Learning Lab 1 - Expo Hall
Speaker:
Michael Evans, Training & Development
– Milwaukee Tool
Sponsored By
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Smart Showering Done Right: Anthem Duo Installation Essentials
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Smart Showering Done Right: Anthem Duo Installation Essentials
Location: Learning Lab 1 - Expo Hall
Speaker:
Shaun Skelton
– Kohler Co.
Sponsored By
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Afternoon Beverage Break
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Afternoon Beverage Break
Location: Exhibit Hall Foyer
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
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PHCC Feud: Member Edition (Open to All/Companion Event Activity)
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
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PHCC Feud: Member Edition (Open to All/Companion Event Activity)
Location: Overlook D
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
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Game On: Boosting the Impact of Technician Training Through Gamification
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
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Game On: Boosting the Impact of Technician Training Through Gamification
Location: Overlook C
Speaker:
Danielle Wernert
– Upskilled Consulting, LLC
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
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The Messy Middle: Mastering Modern Customer Acquisition
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
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The Messy Middle: Mastering Modern Customer Acquisition
Location: Overlook B
Speaker:
Carole Lawson, Graduate Certificate Change Management, Sacramento State, Graduate Certificate Marketing, Harvard
– MarketStorm
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
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The Plumbing Profit Playbook: Strategies to Elevate Your Average Ticket
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
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The Plumbing Profit Playbook: Strategies to Elevate Your Average Ticket
Location: Overlook A
Speaker:
Eric Brockmire
– The Honest Water Filter Company
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
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National Auxiliary Business Meeting
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
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National Auxiliary Business Meeting
Location: Overlook E
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Jazz and Brews: An Evening with PHCC PAC
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Jazz and Brews: An Evening with PHCC PAC
Location: Imperial Ballroom - Amway Hotel
Speaker:
Mark Valentini, MPP
– PHCC--National Association
5:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Apprentice Contestant Dinner (Invite Only)
5:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Apprentice Contestant Dinner (Invite Only)
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
6:45 AM - 7:30 AM
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Apprentice Contest Breakfast
6:45 AM - 7:30 AM
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Apprentice Contest Breakfast
Location: Exhibit Hall
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Registration Open
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Registration Open
Location: Exhibit Hall Foyer
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Apprentice Contest - Day 2
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Apprentice Contest - Day 2
Location: Exhibit Hall
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Workforce Breakfast: Economic Crystal Ball: What the Trends Mean for Your Business
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Workforce Breakfast: Economic Crystal Ball: What the Trends Mean for Your Business
Location: Ballroom B
Speaker:
Elliot Eisenberg, PhD
– GraphsandLaughs, LLC
Sponsored By
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
ET
Beyond the Numbers: Cultivating Accountability in Financial Practices
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beyond the Numbers: Cultivating Accountability in Financial Practices
Location: Overlook A
Speaker:
Les Hanks, Sr. Business Coach, QSC
– Quality Service Contractors
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Maintaining Strong Union Pensions and Exploring Retirement Plan Options
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Maintaining Strong Union Pensions and Exploring Retirement Plan Options
Location: Overlook C
Moderator:
SJ Peters
Panelist:
Dan Callies, President of PHCC-National Association
– Oak Creek Plumbing/Oak Creek WI
Panelist:
Chris Freeman, CAE GBA TMP ELI
– MCA Detroit
Panelist:
Michael Kerrigan (he/him/his)
– F. J. Kerrigan Plumbing Co. Inc.
Panelist:
Christina Wernick, Esq.
– Laner Muchin Ltd.
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Revolutionizing Plumbing and HVAC: Leveraging AI for Enhanced Productivity and Profitability
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Revolutionizing Plumbing and HVAC: Leveraging AI for Enhanced Productivity and Profitability
Location: Overlook B
Speaker:
Kirk Alter
– Fulbright Legacy
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Visionary Leadership: Strategies for Connection and Resilience
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Visionary Leadership: Strategies for Connection and Resilience
Location: Overlook D
Speaker:
Michael Evans, Training & Development
– Milwaukee Tool
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ET
Henderson Castle Tour & Wine Tasting (additional registration required; Companion Event Activity)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Henderson Castle Tour & Wine Tasting (additional registration required; Companion Event Activity)
Location: Offsite
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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Apprentice Contestant Lunch 'n Learn
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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Apprentice Contestant Lunch 'n Learn
Location: Overlook E
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
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Breaking the Cycle: Why Employees Struggle to Get It and How to Change That
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
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Breaking the Cycle: Why Employees Struggle to Get It and How to Change That
Location: Overlook D
Speaker:
Brian Harding, Founder, Service Industry Success
– Proven Growth Guide
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
ET
Conversation with UA General President Mark McManus
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
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Conversation with UA General President Mark McManus
Location: Overlook C
Speaker:
Mark McManus
– United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
ET
Crisis Control: Effective Communication, Coordination, Prevention and Preparation
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
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Crisis Control: Effective Communication, Coordination, Prevention and Preparation
Location: Overlook B
Speaker:
Heather Ripley
– Ripley PR, Inc.
Speaker:
Dean Rhoades
– Federated Insurance
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
ET
From Stuck to Scalable: 6 Critical Chess Moves
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
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From Stuck to Scalable: 6 Critical Chess Moves
Location: Overlook A
Speaker:
Jason Williams
– EOS Worldwide & Outgrow
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
ET
QSC Lunch & Learn - (Open to All; Pre-Registration Required) Roundtable Discussion: "Scaling Success: Learning from the Pros"
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
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QSC Lunch & Learn - (Open to All; Pre-Registration Required) Roundtable Discussion: "Scaling Success: Learning from the Pros"
Location: Overlook A
12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
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Lunch on Own
12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
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Lunch on Own
12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
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PHCC Chapter President and Executive Director Lunch (Invitation Only)
12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
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PHCC Chapter President and Executive Director Lunch (Invitation Only)
Location: Overlook H
12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
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PNO Lunch (Invitation Only)
12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
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PNO Lunch (Invitation Only)
Location: Emerald - Amway Hotel
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Eyes Wide Open: Preparedness and Avoiding Pitfalls
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Eyes Wide Open: Preparedness and Avoiding Pitfalls
Location: Overlook C
Speaker:
Christina Wernick, Esq.
– Laner Muchin Ltd.
Speaker:
Megan Moore Wilkes, Attorney (she/her/hers)
– Laner Muchin, LTD
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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From Stuck to Scalable: Predictable Revenue Growth of 15-30% in Any Economy
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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From Stuck to Scalable: Predictable Revenue Growth of 15-30% in Any Economy
Location: Overlook A
Speaker:
Jason Williams
– EOS Worldwide & Outgrow
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
ET
Future Proof Your Business: Thriving in a Changing World Through Responsible Business Ownership
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Future Proof Your Business: Thriving in a Changing World Through Responsible Business Ownership
Location: Overlook B
Speaker:
Kirk Alter
– Fulbright Legacy
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
ET
Rise Above the Noise: Harness PR to Strengthen Your Community Connection
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Rise Above the Noise: Harness PR to Strengthen Your Community Connection
Location: Overlook D
Speaker:
Heather Ripley
– Ripley PR, Inc.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ET
AEC Business Meeting
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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AEC Business Meeting
Location: Overlook E
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
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Afternoon Break
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
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Afternoon Break
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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11 Service Titan Features You Didn’t Know Existed (But Totally Should)
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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11 Service Titan Features You Didn’t Know Existed (But Totally Should)
Location: Overlook A
Speaker:
Pam Duffy, PE (she/her/hers)
– Powerhouse Consulting Group
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
ET
Exit Strategies Demystified: Short and Long-Term Planning for Your Business
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Exit Strategies Demystified: Short and Long-Term Planning for Your Business
Location: Overlook B
Speaker:
Brian Cohen (he/him/his)
– SF&P Advisors, Inc.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
ET
Managing Employee Engagement: Six Reasons for Resistance and Proven Solutions
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Managing Employee Engagement: Six Reasons for Resistance and Proven Solutions
Location: Overlook D
Speaker:
Brian Harding, Founder, Service Industry Success
– Proven Growth Guide
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
ET
Visionary Peer Group Live - Roundtable Discussion
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Visionary Peer Group Live - Roundtable Discussion
Location: Overlook C
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Foundation Donor Reception
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Foundation Donor Reception
Location: Pantlind Ballroom - Amway Hotel
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Closing Party
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Closing Party
Location: Grand Rapids Public Museum
Sponsored By
Thursday, October 30, 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
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Registration Open
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
ET
Registration Open
Location: Exhibit Hall Foyer
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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PHCC Awards Show and Breakfast
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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PHCC Awards Show and Breakfast
Location: Ballroom B
Sponsored By
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Post Board of Directors Meeting
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Post Board of Directors Meeting
Location: Overlook B
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