Industry News
02/17/11 NAPSA NPE EAST- WHAT A SUCCESS!
A great time was had by all at NPE East! Attendees of the National Pavement Expo East raved about the training and events held in Nashville, held February 2 – 5, 2011. NAPSA members received free and discounted training sessions adding up to nearly $375 in savings on relevant industry specific topics.
Overall NPE workshop topics included technical skills, management, marketing, cost savings, best practices and more! The keynote speaker, Kraig Kramers presented an informational session entitled “The Profit Makers Toolchest” and then followed this with a highlighted session of more information for NAPSA Certified Sweeping Companies at the CSC luncheon. Kraig covered business issues such as Customer Care, Financial Soundness, Growth Creation, People Growth, Management Evolution, Goals & Feedback and finally Celebration & Fun. NAPSA would like to thank Tymco for their generous sponsorship of Kraig Kramers.
Schwarze hosted a wonderful reception for guests on Friday evening; Thank you Schwartz for continuing to support the sweeping industry.
Specific NAPSA member focused sessions were held as well. These sessions included:
- How Risk Reduction Can Lead to Lower Insurance
- Taking your Presentation Skills to the Next Level
- 2011 “Best Practices” for Contract Sweepers
- Sweeper Safety and Operating Techniques that Protect Operators – And Your Business
Nearly 200 of NAPSA’s members and friends were treated to a spectacular Sweeper’s Night Out by industry Partners. Held on the third floor of the notorious Wildhorse Saloon, guests received great food and beverages as well as camaraderie and networking opportunities. I think I even heard a “fish story” or two! This event was sponsored by:
Elgin
Keystone
Nite-Hawk Sweepers
Schwarze Industries
Stewart-Amos Sweeper Co.
Superior Tire and Rubber Co.
United Rotary Brush Corporation
NAPSA and its members would like to say thank you to these sponsors for their support of this wonderful event!
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09/30/10 "15 for 12" Membership Promotion
Join the North American Power Sweeping Association today and get 3 months of membership for FREE! This offer is for NEW members only. If you haven't joined already, don't miss out on this opportunity. This offer will not be available through our website. You must complete the application and fax it back to NAPSA Headquarters at 856-439-0525.
09/27/10 NAPSA Seeks Nominees for 2011 Board of Directors
NAPSA is currently seeking dedicated and committed members to fill Board positions. If you are interested in serving as a NAPSA Board Member please review the below list of Board Member responsibilities, complete the bio form and return it to NAPSA Headquarters by November 1, 2010. Contactors and Associate Members are both eligible to be nominated.
The slate of nominees will be announced following the November 10 Board of Directors Meeting for member review and approval. The final 2011 Board of Directors roster will be announced December 1. New Board Members will be encouraged to sit in on the February 1 & 2 Board Meetings at NPE in Nashville.
Duties of a NAPSA Director:
- Directors will actively participate in at least nine of eleven conference calls and attend the winter board meeting.
- As designated committee chairs or liaisons, Directors will remain fully aware of committee activities, charges and recommendations.
- Directors will present committee reports at Board meetings as the committee chair or in the absence of the committee chair.
- Directors will keep the Board of Directors and, when applicable, Headquarters informed of developments and happenings in the power sweeping industry.
- Directors will submit upcoming meetings, workshops and other items of interest for NAPSA News and the website.
- Directors will participate in the NAPSA mentoring program.
- As members of the NAPSA Board, Directors will actively recruit new members.
*Only nominees who submit a bio will be considered
Download the Nomination Form (pdf)
08/19/10 Power Sweeping Goes to Hollywood
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07/15/10 NAPSA Launches Mentor Program
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05/15/10 Membership Recruitment Bonus
All you have to do is get a NEW member to join NAPSA and as our "thank you," we will send you a check for $50. Click here for the application.
3/10/10 NAPSA Member is Recognized in Columbus Business First
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12/11/09 NAPSA Launches Refer-a-Friend Promotion
Save $150 on your 2010 Membership Dues when you refer a NEW contractor member to NAPSA! Refer more than one contractor for additional savings!
To receive this discount, please be sure to indicate on your renewal form the name of the company and contact person you have referred to NAPSA.
If you are a NEW member who was referred by a NAPSA member, click here to download the "Refer-a-Friend" member application.
12/3/09 NEW MEMBER DRAWING
Sign up between December 3, 2009 and January 23, 2010 for a chance to win!
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11/3/09 NAPSA Seeks Nominees for 2010 Board of Directors
NAPSA is currently seeking dedicated and committed members to fill Board positions. If you are interested in serving as a NAPSA Board Member please review the below list of Board Member responsibilities, complete the bio form and return it to NAPSA Headquarters by December 1, 2009. Contactors and Associate Members are both eligible to be nominated.
The slate of nominees will be announced following the December 9 Board of Directors meeting for member review and approval. The final 2010 Board of Directors roster will be announced December 21. New Board Members will be encouraged to sit in on the January 19 & 20 Board Meetings at NPE.
Duties of a NAPSA Director:
- Directors will actively participate in at least nine of eleven conference calls and attend the winter board meeting.
- As designated committee chairs or liaisons, Directors will remain fully aware of committee activities, charges and recommendations.
- Directors will present committee reports at Board meetings as the committee chair or in the absence of the committee chair.
- Directors will keep the Board of Directors and, when applicable, Headquarters informed of developments and happenings in the power sweeping industry.
- Directors will submit upcoming meetings, workshops and other items of interest for NAPSA News and the website.
- Directors will participate in the NAPSA mentoring program.
- As members of the NAPSA Board, Directors will actively recruit new members.
*Only nominees who submit a bio will be considered.
Download the Nomination Form (pdf)
9/25/09 Register Now for NAPSA's Webinar – How to Look Good to an Insurance Company
October 28, 2009
2:00 PM Eastern
Background
No matter what your business operations, you are in business to make a profit, live comfortably, send your kids to school, be involved in the community, and be respected by your peers. From an insurance perspective these are all positive indicators. But how do you show that on paper and communicate that with an insurance carrier looking to take the risk of your business?
Webinar Goals
Upon completion of the webinar, attendees can expect to better understand:
- What insurance companies look for when underwriting and evaluating your business account
- How you position yourself to get the most favorable insurance products and pricing for your business
- How to take the mystery out of the insurance underwriting and pricing philosophy.
About the Webinar
The upcoming webinar will be 60 minutes in length. Upon registering, you will receive dial in instructions and the visual presentation will be emailed to you the week of the webinar. Participants listen and follow along with the presenters slides. There will be a question and answer period at the end of the presentation. The cost of the webinar will be $25 USD for NAPSA Members and $50 USD for Non-Members. Certificates of participation will be mailed to all registered attendees. You are welcome to have as many individuals participate at your location as you want (ie. 15 people may participate under 1 registration), however, only the registered individual will receive the certificate of participation.
About the Speaker
Thomas Zapalac, CIC, NSM Insurance Group
- 25 years of experience in the insurance business
- Received his Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) industry designation
- He has been with NSM Insurance Group for 6 years
- Currently the Program Manager for the Clean Streets Program and has a very good understanding of the sweeping industry
9/16/09 Discounted and Free Sessions Announced for NPE
NAPSA members will receive special pricing on several sessions and workshops!
W-7: The CEO's Took Kit: Putting to Use What You've Already Learned
Kraig Kramers
Cost is $50 for NAPSA Members, $129 for Non-Members.
W-8: 2010 "Best Practices" for Contract Sweepers
Cost is $75 for NAPSA Members, $129 for Non-Members
A-2: Time-Saving Solutions for Managing Your Electronic Office
Giselle Chapman
FREE to NAPSA Members
A-8: How Tire Selection and Maintenance Impacts Your Bottom Line
Noel Hickman
FREE to NAPSA Members
D-31: "Accident Readiness" for Your Drivers
Scott Cerosky
FREE to NAPSA Members
Click here to register now!
Be sure to select "NAPSA Member" from the Priority Code dropdown box on the registration page in order to receive the NAPSA discounts!
Make your hotel reservation now!
The hotel reservation deadline is December 21, 2009.
9/1/09 Discounted and Free Sessions Announced for NPE West
NAPSA members will receive free admission to 2 seminars!
B-15: Time-Saving Solutions for Managing Your Electronic Office
Giselle Chapman
Chapman Business Solutions
C-24: Complying with California's New Exhaust and Emissions Regulations
Charlie Cox
Ironman
Click here to register now!
Be sure to select "NAPSA Member" from the Priority Code dropdown box on the registration page in order to attend the free sessions.
Make your hotel reservation now!
The hotel reservation deadline is November 10, 2009.
Events
11/30 - 12/3/11 Pavement LIVE Expo to Feature Live Demonstrations
After 10 years in Las Vegas, National Pavement Expo West is getting a new name, new location, and new program. Renamed Pavement LIVE, the four-day event on November 30 – December 3 is moving to San Diego’s Town and Country Resort & Conference Center. Along with the new location, the event is receiving a major overhaul to respond to contractors’ changing needs. Live outdoor equipment demonstrations and an extra day of conferences round out the changes to the event.
“Live demonstrations are an exciting element now possible at the San Diego venue,” said Amy Schwandt, publisher Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction.
Plans are underway to offer equipment demonstrations for sweeping, sealcoating, cracksealing, infrared repair, and pavement marking. Schwandt said milling, paving, and patching demonstrations are also a possibility.
Adding an extra day to the event makes room for eight additional workshops and seminars, increasing the total number of educational sessions to 39. Conference topics center around enabling contractors to diversify services, learn advanced techniques, increase sales, and manage their business. In addition to the live demonstrations and conferences, top companies will display equipment, tools, products, and services in the exhibit hall.
One thing that isn’t changing with the overhaul of the event is the benefits offered to NAPSA members. Read on for a breakdown of NAPSA-related events at Pavement LIVE:
Wednesday, November 30
First day of conference
Thursday, December 1
10:00am – 11:30am
Seminar B-16, Sweeper Regulatory Update: How to Comply with California’s Recently Amended
On-Road Regs
FREE to NAPSA members
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Live Equipment Demonstrations
FREE to all attendees
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Sweepers Roundtable
FREE to all attendees
Friday, December 2
10:00am – 11:30am
Seminar C-24, Rely on “Systems” to Improve Sweeping Profit & Operations
FREE to NAPSA members
1:30pm – 4:00pm
Live Equipment Demonstrations
FREE to all attendees
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Network Night on the Exhibit Floor
Exhibit Floor – FREE with Exhibit Floor Passes
Saturday, December 3
10:00 -11:30
Seminar D-29, Taking Your Presentation Skills to the Next Level
FREE to NAPSA members
Demonstrations and other event details will be announced on Pavement’s facebook page and the Pavement LIVE website as they are confirmed.
Be sure to save the date for Pavement LIVE’s sister event, National Pavement Expo, taking place in Memphis, TN February 15-18.
Lead Your Industry into the Future!
As we near the end of the 2011 year, the Board of Directors of the North American Power Sweeping Association would like to invite you to participate in leading NAPSA into the future. Have your voice heard and consider nominating yourself or others for leadership or committee positions.
You may be asking yourself, what does being a Director require? Below are some typical responsibilities:
- Directors actively participate in conference calls and attend the winter board meeting
- As designated committee chairs or liaisons, Directors will remain fully aware of committee activities, charges and recommendations
- As needed, Directors present committee reports at Board meetings as the committee chair or in the absence of the committee chair
- Directors will keep the Board of Directors and staff informed of developments and happenings in the power sweeping industry
- Directors will submit information about upcoming meetings, workshops and other items of interest for NAPSA News and the website
- Directors will participate in the NAPSA mentoring program
- As members of the NAPSA Board, Directors will actively recruit new members.
Profile of a Board member
A board member should be willing to commit to the majority of the following attributes:
- Be a regular member in good standing
- Officers must have served at least one (1) year on the Board prior to being eligible
- Attend the annual meeting of the Board of Directors every year
- Attend monthly teleconference meetings on a regular basis
- Have leadership and management experience in their firm
- Be a team player
- Respect the views of the board members
- Willingness to move out of their comfort zone in order to fulfill board responsibilities
- Full support of their firm for board commitments
- Understanding of strategic, operational and financial issues and how they impact the effective functioning of the board
- Be prepared to be accountable for fulfilling their role and responsibilities on the board.
Expectations of a board member
The board member should meet the following expectations:
- Be professional and act like a leaders at all board sanctioned activities
- Prepare for and attend all board meetings so as to participate knowledgeably and meaning fully in all discussions and deliberations of the board
- Make decisions based on independent assessment that considers the objectives of NAPSA
- Keep abreast of trends and factors that impact the power sweeping industry
- Participate positively in discussions and strive to reach decisions of the board by constructive discussion and consensus
- Act with integrity and honesty with actions being guided by the best interests of the board
- Bring personal knowledge and experience in a positive manner to all discussions of the board
- Complies with the ethics established by NAPSA
- Is accountable for and supports decisions that are made collectively by the board
- Knowledge of and commitment to a director’s fiduciary responsibilities and standards of care, including confidentiality obligations, due diligence and loyalty.
Board Make-Up
The NAPSA Board is comprised of five officers (Immediate Past President, President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) and six contractor directors and four associate directors. Director terms are two (2) years. All Board members begin their term at the Annual Business Meeting which is normally held in February.
Members eligible for Board nomination must be members of the Association with dues paid current. Officers MUST serve as a Director for at least one year before being eligible to serve. Associate Directors may serve as an officer as Secretary or Treasurer only.
Nominee Resumes will be solicited from eligible members via blast e-mails and are due no later than October 14, 2011.
Committee Participation
In addition to a Director position, NAPSA is actively soliciting individual committee members. As a committee member, you would participate in the planning and progress of committee goals and activities. Here’s what Benefits Committee member Pete Phillips, Clean Sweep in Chattanooga, TN had to say: “I didn’t know what to expect when I reluctantly agreed to participate on the Benefits Committee but it hasn’t been bad at all, in fact, I’ve enjoyed it. We work to improve benefits that members receive and I get to use the benefits myself.” NAPSA committees include:
- Bylaws
- Benefits
- Certification
- Education,
- Environment
- Legislative
- Marketing
- Mentoring
If you are interested in participating as a Director, click here to access a Nominee Resume. Just complete the document and send it to NAPSA. If you are interested in serving as a Committee Member or just want to find out more about what is involved, please contact NAPSA at (888) 757-0130 or by email at info@powersweeping.org.
