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2016–2018BOARD OF DIRECTORSMitch Clemente, CPD, FASPEPresident

David E. DeBord, CPD, GPD, LEED AP, ARCSA AP, CFPS, FASPEVice President, Technical

Chris Graham, CPD, FASPEVice President, Education

Carol Johnson, CPD, LEED AP, CFIVice President, Legislative

Vincent (Vinny) Falkowski, PE, PMP, CCMVice President, Membership

Vincent ScriboniVice President, Affi liate

Jim Zebrowski, PE, CPD, FASPETreasurer

R. Paul Silvestre, FASPERegion 1 Director

Keith Bush, CPD, GPD, CSIRegion 2 Director

Steve E. Mastley, CPD, FASPERegion 3 Director

Don Strickland, CPD, GPD Region 4 Director

Bryan Hutton, CPDRegion 5 Director

Blair Minyard, PE, CDTASPE Young Professionals Liaison

William “Billy” Smith, FASPEExecutive Director/CEO

From the President’s PenMitch Clemente, CPD, FASPE, 2016–2018 ASPE Presidentaspepres@aspe.org

The Women of ASPE Announce the 2018 WOA Leadership Forum Program� e Women of ASPE (WOA) have released the schedule for the 2018 WOA Leadership Forum being held September 28 at the Hilton Atlanta. During this full-day event sponsored by Delta Faucet, business experts will lead discussions on how to maintain successful career growth in today’s ever-changing construction industry. � e full schedule is available at expo.aspe.org under the Convention menu. � e expert speakers and presentations will include: » Jason Gonzalez: Keynote Address » Cynthia Wentland: Fostering Generational Diversity » Judaline Cassidy: Mentorship Is Access to Success! » Paul Lorentz, LEED AP: Bucking the Professional Binary: A Man Doing “Woman’s Work” in a “Man’s World” » Candy Barone, CMCP, MBA, BSME: Say YES to Biz: Strategies to Destroy the N.O.I.S.E. » Sarah Balz, PE, CPD, LEED AP: � e Women of ASPE

Congratulations 2018 Alfred Steele Scholarship Recipients!We are pleased to announce that the following students received ASPE Alfred Steele Scholarships this year to help them in their pursuit of a career in engineering: » Miya Preston, who attends the Milwaukee School of Engineering, has a 3.0 GPA, and is majoring in Architectural Engineering, received $2,000.

» Sarah Wood, who graduated from � under Basin High School with a 3.87 GPA and will attend the University of Wyoming to major in Mechanical Engineering, received $500.

» Jonathan Capua, who attends the University of Alaska–Anchorage, has a 3.475 GPA, and is majoring in Civil Engineering, received $1,500.

Last month, Chapter Offi cers representing ASPE’s fi ve Regions got together for the annual Region Meetings, which were held in Boston, Evansville, Nashville, Los Angeles, and Houston. I thank those who attended as well as the Chapters that hosted this year’s meetings, which went very well. Some of the topics that were discussed were the payoff of past dues rebates, activities of our special-interest groups, the latest education and certifi cation news, available Chapter Offi cer resources, the Professional Engineer Working Group (PEWG), and the upcoming Convention & Expo in Atlanta. � ese meetings were an inspiration for everyone in atten-dance, and I believe we as a team have grown from the experience.

Speaking of the PEWG, we are still taking one step at a time. � e latest news is that Georgia has now agreed with the importance of adding a plumbing option to the Mechanical Engineering Principles and Practice exam, joining Ohio and Arizona in supporting this initiative, but we still need the support of at least seven more states. � e PEWG is asking licensed ASPE members to back this project by writing letters of sup-port to their respective state licensing board, even if someone else has already contacted that board. � e more letters sent to each state board on the importance of this initiative, the better chance we have of achieving our goal. California has already considered the proposal but is waiting for more states to come on board before they approve the request. Letters seeking support have also been sent to the Alabama, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia state boards, but we need more of you to get involved. � e Working Group is looking for ASPE members who are licensed in Oklahoma, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wyoming to help lead the charge. If you want more information on this initia-tive, go to aspe.org/pewg, where you will fi nd letter templates along with some other useful information that you can use to write your own letter in support of this initiative. We appreciate any help that you can off er.

� e transition from the ASPE Research Foundation (RF) to the Education & Research Foundation (E&RF) is complete. � e State of California has approved the request, and the paperwork has been fi led. Now the real work begins, as we have to set up an organizational chart and the bylaws that will help guide this new endeavor. � e purpose of the E&RF is to provide our members with a solid education and to pro-vide the necessary tools and training based on research. Once the framework of this new entity is continued...

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in place, we will start by enhancing our educational programs while working to get some research projects off the ground. We are taking small steps now, but to be successful in the long run, we need to make sure we have a solid foundation.

Applications for the next Society Board of Directors have been submitted, and the Nominating Committee chaired by past Presi-dent Bill Hughes, CPD, LEED AP, FASPE, has begun reviewing the candidates. � e committee consists of the Chair, one representative from each Region, and two Presidential appointments, so the Society is well represented. � e primary role of the committee is to develop a recommended slate of offi cers for the Delegates. To do this, the com-mittee must review all of the applications to make sure the candi-dates qualify for a position in accordance with the Bylaws. � e com-mittee then schedules an interview with each candidate to discuss their goals and the reasons why they believe they should be elected to the Board of Directors. � is is a very important piece of the process because most of our Delegates do not either know the candidates personally or have the time to perform their own personal interviews with all of them. � e committee does the majority of the legwork for the Delegates, and this is why they prepare the recommended slate of offi cers, which consists of the candidates the committee believes are the best-qualifi ed individuals for the positions. Once this process is completed, the Nominating Committee will release the recom-mended slate of offi cers so the Delegates can start reviewing all of the information before they cast their ballots in Atlanta.

Speaking of the Convention, registration is open at expo.aspe.org, and we are expecting a record turnout this year. If you have never attended an ASPE Convention & Expo, you need to consider it this year. � is is the largest event for plumbing system design profes-sionals of its kind. � e Convention kicks off with a Green Plumbing Design workshop, followed by numerous committee meetings. If you have ever wanted to see our committees in action, these meetings are open to anyone. A few special events will be held specifi cally for the Women of ASPE (WOA), ASPE Young Professionals (AYP), fi rst-time attendees, ASPE certifi cation holders, and those members who have been with the Society 25 years and longer. � e Expo is the larg-est of its kind, and this year we will have more than 300 exhibitors with more than 600 booths for you to explore and learn all about the latest trends in the industry. If you are looking to earn CEUs, you are in luck. Continuing education credits can be earned simply by visiting the exhibition show fl oor and learning about plumbing system products from the many diff erent manufacturers and their design engineers who will be in attendance. You can also earn CEUs by attending any of the technical sessions that will be off ered on topics ranging from design, sizing, and construction to equipment and the latest trends. Attendees will also have some time to relax at the Sunday Night Party that will be held at Tabernacle Atlanta in the Centennial Park District. Hopefully you will be able to join us this year in Atlanta, which should be an unforgettable experience for everyone.

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Final 2017 CPC Report Is PublishedLast year’s Community Plumbing Challenge brought together a team of tradespeople from around the world to deliver life-changing water and sanitation systems to the residents of Cicau Village in Cikarang, Bekasi (West Java), Indonesia. We once again thank ASPE members Nicholas Hipp, CPD, and Vincent “Vinny” Falkowski, PE, PMP, CCM, for participating in the 2017 CPC. You can access the report and other documents at http://www.iwsh.org/Pages/CPC2017.aspx.

Second-Quarter 2018 Board Reports Are AvailableYou can fi nd out what ASPE’s Board of Directors has been doing since the January 2018 Board meeting at aspe.org/bodnewsletter (member login required).

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EXAM DATES: October 25 & 26

LOCATIONS: Testing centers

around the worldVisit aspe.org/CPDT to register and to download the FREE CPDT Study Guide.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN2018 CPDT Exam

ASPE Partners with Convention News TelevisionWe are excited to announce a new partnership with CNTV, a media marketing company that creates TV news-style broadcasts to pro-

mote meetings worldwide. In addition to developing pre-show promos, CNTV will be on-site during the 2018 ASPE Convention & Expo, interviewing attendees and exhibitors and producing videos under the “ASPE Live” brand.

You can fi nd our promotional videos at expo.aspe.org as well as on our social media outlets and in ASPE Pipeline.

Numerous Professionals Earn the CPD Credential� e 2018 Certifi ed in Plumbing Design (CPD) exam was held in April, and we are pleased to announce that a majority of the candi-dates passed and now have the honor of using the CPD designation after their name. You can fi nd the entire list of new CPDs at aspe.org/cpd-directory-new. � e CPD, the only international credential program in the plumbing engineering fi eld, sets the standard for leadership within the industry and provides formal recognition of outstanding professionals with advanced skills in the design and specifi cation of plumbing systems.

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Due to its niche nature, plumbing engineering offers a long, stable, and profi table career, but breaking into the profession can be challenging if employers aren’t aware of your unique skills. That’s where the Certifi ed Plumbing Design Technician (CPDT) credential can help. As the only credential

specifi c to plumbing system designers early in their careers, the CPDT provides immediate recognition of individuals skilled in this trade. That’s why Ashley Turlington, CPDT, recommends earning the designation. “Companies seek candidates with credentials

pertinent to their fi eld,” she says. “The CPDT can open up a lot of professional opportunities.”

DEMONSTRATE YOUR TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGEAdministered by the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE), the CPDT program provides a standard of professional competence in the practice of plumbing design at the technician level. Employers are assured that designers who have earned the CPDT credential have the requisite knowledge and skills to excel in their company. This is one of the primary reasons individuals pursue the designation. “I earned my CPDT credential to demonstrate my technical knowledge of plumbing, and it has given me better recognition as a well-rounded plumbing designer,” says John Lansing, CPDT, LEED Green Associate.

VALIDATION OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTSThrough its rigorous processes, the CPDT pro-gram identifi es professionals who have demon-strated their expertise and abilities in the fi eld of plumbing design. The certifi cation exam tests an individual’s profi ciency in skills that employers desire, such as laying out systems, sizing calcula-tions, selecting equipment, and preparing doc-umentation. The test specifi cations and content refl ect the abilities essential to performing at the technician level of a plumbing designer. The CPDT credential gives you “more respect, validation of your accomplishments, and [subsequently] more compensation,” says Justin Wroblewski, CPDT.

IMPROVE YOUR VALUE TO YOUR COMPANYThe CPDT program’s recertifi cation requirement means that CPDTs must stay current on new techniques and technologies through continuing education, which is a desirable trait to employers who are looking for an edge in the competitive MEP market. Having CPDTs on their staff showcases a fi rm’s expertise and their commitment to maintaining the highest, most up-to-date design standards. “My CPDT credential has allowed my company to get better jobs because clients view us as more knowledgeable,” Turlington says. And the benefi t is mutual. “Taking the step to improve your value to your company will also benefi t your career,” says Wroblewski.

HOW TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREERThe CPDT program is designed for plumbing system designers with less than eight years of professional experience, and the exam is held annually at online testing sites around the world. If you are planning on achieving ASPE’s internationally renowned Certifi ed in Plumbing Design (CPD) credential, the CPDT is an excellent starting point.

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To learn more and start accelerating your career, visit aspe.org/CPDT.

2018 WOA FORUMSEPTEMBER 28 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm HILTON ATLANTA

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WOA CARE FOR A CAUSESEPTEMBER 29 | 8:00 am - Noon (Shuttle service will be provided to/from event.)

JASON GONZALEZKeynote Address

CYNDI WENTLANDFostering Generational Diversity

JUDALINE CASSIDYMentorship is Access to Success!

PAUL LORENTZ, LEED APBucking the Professional Binary: A Man Doing “Woman’s Work” in a “Man’s World”

CANDY BARONE, CMCP, MBA, BSME Say YES to Biz: Strategies to Destroy the N.O.I.S.E.

SARAH BALZ, PE, CPD, GDP, LEED APWomen of ASPE

The second WOA Leadership Forum is being held prior to the 2018 ASPE Convention & Expo in Atlanta. Join other attendees at this exclusive event to:

• Network with like-minded professionals• Discuss how to apply leadership skills toward your professional growth• Gain valuable insights on how to succeed in the industry• Earn 0.4 CEUs

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