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Big Roll Out at the 20th Annual PEARL Conference in Newport Beach
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Doug Powell, PEARL President
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This years' conference in Newport Beach is going to be a special conference in many ways. One thing that will make this special is it's our 20th. Yes, it's been 20 years since PEARL started holding these conferences in 1997 as a way to bring industry leaders together to advance the electrical surplus equipment market. Our goal again this year is to help you connect and build relationships with others in this industry, and to help you broaden your knowledge base on equipment and the methods our industry uses for reconditioning electrical equipment.
Since our first conference in 1997, business owners have been discovering that this meeting and exchange of ideas with others in our industry has provided much benefit. Since then, the conference has grown, including others in our organizations, such as sales and technicians, and reaching out to sponsors and exhibitors who support our businesses. Over the years, PEARL has worked to make this conference a central gathering place for like-minded people in our industry; a place where there is a collaboration of ideas and continual learning. Although I wasn't present at our first conference in Denver, CO, we still have many members around who were. And because a 20th anniversary is a big milestone, we wanted to do something special to celebrate and make it memorable. Unfortunately, I'm not able to reveal to you yet what it's going to be, but I do encourage everyone to be in attendance at our annual membership meeting, Thursday, April 6, 2-4 pm, for the official unveiling. I will say that this is big, and it is going to have a significant impact on PEARL and for our membership for years to come. Make sure your travel plans include arriving in time so you don't miss this important announcement!
Additionally, for those who are qualified to take the Level II Technician Certification exam, look for more news coming soon on how to prepare for the exam. PEARL is planning to offer the Level II exam in Newport Beach.
Please make plans now to join us on April 6-9, 2017 at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach California for the 20th Annual PEARL Electrical Safety, Reliability and Sustainability Conference & Exhibition. Plan to have your technicians in attendance to learn firsthand from industry subject matter experts.
I'm looking forward to seeing you all in April!
Sincerely,
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Doug Powell, PEARL President
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PEARL Board Tours Coastal Power Systems 
During the PEARL in-person board meeting earlier this month, the board of directors had the opportunity to stop in and visit with Coastal Power Systems at their facility outside of Houston, Texas. Danny and Mike Davis were onsite to show the board around their new facility and hear about some of the unique projects with which they've been involved, including their extensive experience with retrofills and retrofits. A very big thank you to Coastal Power Systems for opening their doors to the PEARL board!
Time to Renew Your Membership!
We at PEARL want to remind you that your membership expired December 31, 2016. The main contact of your organization should have received a renewal notice in the past weeks. With the new membership database system, renewing is easier than ever, but should you or the person renewing experience issues, please contact PEARL headquarters at 877-287-3275.
PEARL Board Meeting Scheduled for February 7
The PEARL Board of Directors welcomes you to join the February board meeting, Tuesday, February 7, 1pm-2:30pm ET. To join the call, please use the call-in details below. To receive the agenda and additional materials being reviewed, please email PEARL headquarters at [email protected] to be included.
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Registration Now Open for the 2017 Annual Conference
Registration for the 20th Annual Electrical Safety, Reliability and Sustainability Conference & Exhibition in Newport Beach, California is open! PEARL is happy to present to you the schedule of events, social and networking opportunities, and the multitude of educational offerings. Click here to learn more about this year's event and to register.
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Jan 2017, Vol. 91
IN THIS ISSUE
Leadership Corner
PEARL News
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Congratulations to the Newest Level I Certified Technicians!
Eric Avelar
SouthWest Electritech Services
James Leland Carr
Oregon Breakers, Inc.
SouthWest Electritech Services
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NETA PowerTest Conference
February 27 - March 3, 2017
Anaheim, CA
20th Electrical Safety, Reliability and Sustainability Conference & Exhibition
April 6-9, 2017
Newport Beach, CA
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PEARL is now accepting applications for Level 1 Technician Certification. For more information, click here, or contact
[email protected].
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PEARL offers some of the most competitive advertising rates in the industry with the PEARL$AFE monthly newsletter. Reach over 11,000 people with your ad!
Click here to review the e-Newsletter media kit. Have questions? Contact PEARL at
[email protected].
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