TACCA  Training Calendar
October, November and December 2016
HVAC - Getting It Right! - #14969

T ake TACCA continuing education classes to meet your 8-hours of TDLR-APPROVED continuing education.   TDLR Provider #1126


 
You Can Still Register for 2016 Air Conditioning Live (ACL)!

J oin us in Austin, Texas on October 27th-28th as TACCA hosts, Air Conditioning Live (ACL) 2016 at the Renaissance Hotel Austin in the Arboretum.  

ACL 2016 will include Educational Breakouts (counts toward TDLR ACR Continuing Education), Legislative Reception that includes a great Silent Auction, Networking and the chance to meet Vendors who specialize in HVAC contracting equipment and services.


Schedule
            Thursday - October 27th           Friday - October 28th                                      
             Noon - Registration                          8:00 - Continental Breakfast 
             1:30 -   Break-Outs                           8:30 - Break-Outs 
              3:30 -   Break-Outs                         10:30 -   Break-Outs
              6:00 -   Reception                             Noon -   Lunch 
                                                                                1:30 -     Break Outs

BREAKOUTS - current listing of speakers
     
Q&A with the TDLR:
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Compliance Department
What are some of the most common citations the Texas Department of Licensing issues, including citations for both licensed and un-licensed companies?  Find out the answer to these questions and more, plus a valuable Q&A with TDLR staff. 

Workforce Development Round-Table
What is on the horizon for Workforce Development to better address the shortage of technicians within the Texas marketplace?  How is the state of Texas implementing new programs and looking at innovative ways to keep our industry staffed?  What do YOU, as a contractor, see and a value tool in helping this ongoing issue?  
 
Airflow Fundamentals
Chris Van Rite, M&M Manufacturing
Airflow, it could be one of the most overlooked aspects to a healthy HVAC system.  Find out why airflow is so critical to the system and how state and national standards are changing the airflow dynamic.  Receive a free DUCTULATOR with the presentation and more importantly, gain a better understanding of how you can grow your business through proper airflow.
 
What Keeps You Up At Night, A Seminar for Business Owners
Chris Adams, Northwest Mutual
Whether you are "one-man shop," or a large corporation, you need to have a financial strategy that can help lead your company forward for success.  Learn the tips from small, medium and large sized companies that can help you obtain the financial structure and soundness needed to compete in today's changing marketplace and economy.
 
Technical Tips from an Expert!
James Bowman, RectorSeal
In today's marketplace, contractors need tools and techniques to differentiate themselves from the competition.  James Bowman can help, with technical tips including compressor start up, line sets and getting the most out of your customer service.

Ways to Maximize Effective Collections for Your Business
Alex Marcopolos, TSI 
Learn how to develop effective internal strategies for collecting money from past due customers.  Discover innovative ways to help staff learn what to say to customers in order to motivate them to pay and better understand what options and tools are available to address overdue accounts.  Also learn when and how to use those options and stay compliant with all State and Federal laws. 

Addressing the Six Key Areas of Capital Accumulation and Protection
Sarah Marcopolos, New York Life 
Gain a stronger understanding of Income Protection, Capital Risk, Income Tax, Asset Protection, Retirement Planning and Estate Planning.  If you fail to adequately address just one of these key areas you could suffer significant losses.  Learn how to overcome these challenges to better protect your business. 

Combustion Analysis 
Pepco Sales and Marketing
Combustion can tell you a lot about your HVAC system.  No really!  How does combustion affect the overall "health" of the system and what are the key components to effectively understanding what and how combustion operates.


OCTOBER

10/01/2016 Denton - Super 8 Denton

10/08/2016 RVG - Harlingen - Hampton Inn

10/15/2016 Austin  - Wingate by Wyndham

10/15/2016 DFW - Hurst - Hampton Inn and Suites
10/22/2016 Corpus Christi - Holiday Inn Airport

10/22/2016 DFW - Burleson - Hampton Inn and Suites

10/22/2016 Houston - Century Supply

10/27 & 10/28/2016 - ACL - Austin - Renaissance Hotel


NOVEMBER

11/05/2016 San Antonio - Hilton Garden Inn
11/05/2016 Waco - Hampton Inn North 

11/12/2016 DFW - Hurst - Hampton Inn and Suites

11/12/2016 Houston - Century Supply

11/19/2016 DFW - Burleson - Hampton Inn and Suites

11/19/2016 Lufkin - Best Western Crown Colony

DECEMBER

12/03/2016 Austin - Wingate by Wyndam
12/08/2016 Lubbock - ACCA Training Academy 

12/10/2016 DFW - Hurst - Hampton Inn and Suites

12/10/2016 Houston - Century Supply

12/17/2016 San Antonio - Hilton Garden Inn

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TACCA has a great program  online for you! Take your 8-hours of TDLR-Approved continuing education with TACCA. Some of the topics covered in this new class:
Can you Succeed and Make Your Customer Happy?
Hiring and Firing - How to Improve Your Processes
TDLR Penalty Matrix
TDLR Law and Rules

ACR LICENSE PREPARATORY COURSE