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2023 Annual Conference | August 2-4, 2023 in San Antonio

Join us in San Antonio at the Hyatt Hill Country Resort to hear from experts on industry and business-related trends, visit with vendors, and connect with colleagues at this can't-miss event specifically designed for contractors and industry leaders. The family-friendly resort offers plenty of space to relax, unwind, play, and reconnect. Session topics have been announced, and our closing Awards luncheon will feature award-winning keynote speaker, David Avrin.

- Register to Attend or Exhibit

- View the Schedule of Events

- Compete in the Apprentice Contest

- Register for the Scholarship Scramble

- Donate an Auction Item

- Book Your Hotel Room

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/conference to view the full article online.

2023 Awards of Excellence

PHCC Texas is excited to announce the expansion of the 2023 Awards Program at our Annual Conference. In efforts to recognize the positive impacts made in the plumbing, heating and cooling industry, PHCC Texas members are eligible to submit nominations through July 16th for the following awards:

- Contractor of the Year
- Excellence in Workforce Development
- Excellence in Administration/Operations
- Excellence in Advocacy
- Excellence in Industry Leadership

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/awards to view the full article online.

Creating Super Foremen — A Workshop for the First Line of Management

"Kirk presents the 10 commandments of leadership to first line field supervisors that are immutable and should be clung to carefully. His presentations are designed to be impactful and relevant to the individual class he presents.

Kirk has the ability to speak to your foreman, your journeyman, your servicemen, your superintendents, your leadership and yes, owners. He takes our business very seriously, therefore I return that consideration by being deliberate about allowing our people to experience interactions with someone I hold much respect for.

Take time and the small investment in your team by allowing them to spend time with Mr. Alter. Your people will appreciate this and you will appreciate the results. Remember: If you thought a trained tech is expensive, see what happens when you use an untrained one."

- Past Attendee, Paul Andrade

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Education

TSBPE Resource Hub

The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners has been working diligently to improve processes, communicate updates that impact plumbing licensees in Texas and revise Board Rules. With so much new information coming down the pike, we've compiled these updates online for you!

5/23/23 Update: new How-To Guides page, including a guide to the Online Licensing System’s new Secure Messaging feature.

4/24/23 Update: Notice of New TSBPE Portal Feature: Exam Applicant Schedule Letter

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/tsbpe to view the full article online.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/blogpost/2021392/488218/Announcing-the-2023-PHCC-Texas-Scholarship-Recipients to view the full article online.

Digital Plumbing CE Correspondence Option

In a rush? Our digital correspondence option is the quickest way to complete your CE. Students will receive a digital copy of our book and an open-book 150-question exam that you can take at your own pace. There are two options when choosing the most recent correspondence courses: Digital Only and Standard.

When choosing the Digital Only option, you will receive a link to download the course and can get started right away! When choosing the Standard option, we also ship you a packet (USPS Priority) with a physical copy of the book and all course materials.

Please note: correspondence testing is not an option for students looking to rank up to a Tradesman or Journeyman license, but is a viable option for renewals.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/store/default.aspx to view the full article online.

What Is Disability Income Insurance And Why Do I Need It?

Owning a business in today’s world can be a lot to deal with. Balancing demands from customers, suppliers, and employees with personal and family commitments can be a challenge. What would happen if you became sick or injured and could no longer work? How would you fulfill your income needs and support your family while keeping your business running?

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=783156&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

Flirting in the Workplace?

Question of the Month: We have an employee who likes to flirt with other employees. So far, there hasn’t been anything too suggestive. We don’t want to ruin our laid-back, casual atmosphere, but the flirting is making some employees feel uncomfortable. Is this considered sexual harassment? What should we do?

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=783157&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

Legislative Updates

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=783150&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

Texas Legislature 2023

The 88th Legislature’s regular session convened on January 10 and will continue through May 29, 2023. We appreciate all who engaged with our calls to action throughout session and we have updated the PHCC Texas Bill Tracker, marking bills of interest that are presumably "dead" and those still in play. To keep you informed, PHCC Texas has been sending weekly reports to keep you informed on the 88th Texas Legislature. Interested in receiving this newsletter and our end-of-session recap? Please contact communications@phcc-tx.org to be added to distribution.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/BillTracker to view the full article online.

Membership

PHCC Texas Plumbers are Preferred Plumbers

Home and business owners go to great lengths to minimize damage and ensure their plumbing systems are safe, efficient and sustainable. When exploring options for installations, repairs or upgrades, maintain peace of mind by hiring licensed. While there's no guarantee that everything will go exactly as planned, hiring a licensed professional will provide increased assurance of protection.

Members of PHCC Texas are licensed by the State of Texas and the public can be confident that they will be employing someone with the necessary skills and commitment to high standards.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/blogpost/2021392/484173/PHCC-TEXAS-PLUMBERS-ARE-PREFFERED-PLUMBERS to view the full article online.

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Upcoming Events

San Antonio Chapter: Free Online Training

Thursday, June 1
10 AM until 11 AM

Free for all PHCC Texas Members
$15 for nonmembers

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=784161&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

San Antonio Chapter: June Membership Meeting

Thursday, June 8
11 AM until 1 PM
Location TBD

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=783163&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

PHCC Texas Apprenticeship Program Graduation

Thursday, June 15th
Reception at 6 PM / Ceremony at 7:30 PM
The Westin Hotel | Trinity Ballroom
4545 W John Carpenter Fwy (114)

Irving, TX 75063

Limited Seating - RSVP by June 5th to natali@ntcef.org

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=784111&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

Creating Super Foremen — A Workshop for the First Line of Management

Industry expert Kirk Alter will give attendees the tools they need to use on every project to keep the game running smoothly by providing the field workforce with the equipment, materials and information they need to keep productivity and profits at maximum. Attendees learn the rules of the construction game – and how to play to win it!

June 30, 2023 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
PHCC Texas
145 Trademark Dr. | Buda, Texas 78610

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Foremen, Superintendents, Subcontractor Business Owners & the Managers Who Support the Field Crews

Learn more and register to attend.
Space is limited!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=783164&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

San Antonio Chapter: Apprenticeship Graduation

Thursday, July 13

11 AM - 1 PM
10th Anniversary of the Program

Visit https://www.phcc-sanantonio.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=610461&item_id=1868674 to view the full article online.

Gulf Coast Contractor Mixer and Summer Social

Thursday, July 13

4:30 - 7:30 PM

Free for Contractors

Champions Marketing - Conroe, TX

21261 Blair Rd Bld 24
Learn More and Register!

Visit https://www.gulfcoastphcc.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=61655&item_id=1953194 to view the full article online.

San Antonio Chapter: July Membership Meeting

Thursday, July 27
11 AM until 1 PM
Location TBD

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=783160&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

PHCC Texas Scholarship Scramble

Wednesday, August 2nd | 8 AM Shotgun Start

Golf tournament benefitting PHCC Texas Scholarship Fund

Hill Country Golf Club | San Antonio Texas
9800 Hyatt Resort Dr.

Learn More and Register!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=783167&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

PHCC Annual Conference

August 2-4, 2023
Registration now open!
San Antonio, Texas | Hyatt Hill Country Resort

Learn More and Register!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=783168&issueID=94922 to view the full article online.

Benefits

Call A Doctor Plus: Teladoc Telemedicine

Finding the best employees – full-time, part-time, or contract labor is tougher than ever. Learn more about the newest PHCC Texas member benefit, stand-alone Teladoc Telemedicine. Take advantage of a more healthy, present, and loyal workforce – all at PHCC Texas members-only group pricing.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/doctor to view the full article online.

PHCC Texas Member Exclusive: ExxonMobil BusinessPro Program

Fueling solutions for business: streamline how you manage your company’s fuel expenses. The more your employees fuel at Exxon and Mobil, the more they maximize your rebates.

For questions and/or to start an application, call (443) 668-8425 or email Juan Munoz.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/pdf/PHCC_Texas_ExxonMobil_Rebates.pdf to view the full article online.

Canon Partner Program: Powering P-H-C Contractors with Trusted, Affordable Technology

“Best People and Best Practices” deserve the best technology. With over 300 Texas PHCC members, reliable technology should be available to streamline processes and simplify the nature of the business.

Visit https://cdn.ymaws.com/phcc-tx.org/resource/resmgr/files/PHCC_-Canon_Catalog.pdf to view the full article online.

Everything You Need to Strengthen Your Business — Now and in the Future

As a member of the PHCC community, you plug into a powerful network of valuable resources and contractors at the local, state and national level — plus our own PHCC Educational Foundation — offering the knowledge, tools, programs and services you need to succeed.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/pdf/PHCC-TX_2021_Member_Benefits_Flyer_RENEW_Today.pdf to view the full article online.