Eric interviews Craig McBride and Ana Arntsonfrom the Pond Professionals Alliance (PPA). They discuss the organization's recent successes, highlighting a large-scale swim pond build at an expo and thanking the numerous sponsors and manufacturers who donated products and support. The conversation then shifts to the challenges the PPA faces, particularly administrative overwhelm and the need for more member and manufacturer support as they grow internationally. Finally, they outline their future vision for the PPA, which includes expanding global reach, developing training and recognition programs, and actively engaging with legislation affecting the industry, and they promote an upcoming summer retreat designed to foster peer connection and professional development.

Pond Builders' Summer Retreat (July 31 - Aug 3rd)

Key Takeaways:

• Actively invest in your community by sharing knowledge and experiences, not just seeking help.
• Embrace vulnerability and share your failures and challenges, as they are valuable learning opportunities for yourself and others.
• Seek dedicated time away from the daily grind for introspection and thoughtful planning for personal and business growth.
• Utilize peer groups and networks to find answers to problems, whether technical or administrative.
• Prioritize building and maintaining relationships within your industry or group, as these connections create value and support.

Resources:

• Contractor Sales Secrets: ContractorSalesSecrets.com
• Fitz Fish Ponds: Koi Trips
• Book A Call With Triplett: Call with Triplett
• The Pond Digger: https://theponddigger.com/
• LA Pet Fair: https://www.lapetfair.com/
• Atlantic-Oase: https://www.atlantic-oase.com/
• Helix Pond Filtration: http://helixpondfiltration.com/
• TWT Contractor Circle (Facebook Group): TWT Contractor Circle
• TWT Contractor Power Circle (Facebook Group): TWT Contractor Power Circle
• The Pond Digger Instagram: Instagram
• The Pond Digger Facebook: Facebook
• Train With Triplett TikTok: TikTok
• EasyPro Pond Products: https://easypro.com/