2018 RETA Breeze Nov-Dec

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Just a few short weeks ago we held our 109th Annual National Conference. Our goal was to hold an event that was informative and practical; providing opportunities to network, learn and collaborate. RETA 2018 offered attendees the opportunity to explore the latest products, services, and technologies in industrial refrigeration. Our mission to promote excellence, education, training, and professional certification was accomplished ten-fold. Your attendance, participation, and energy made the Conference a true success as we continue to move RETA into the future as the premier Association for refrigeration professionals. The Conference Committee members volunteered countless hours designing an educational program that would yield the highest benefit to our members. When you attend a Conference, please take a moment to thank the Conference Committee members, Conference Manager, Conference Assistant Manager, and RETA staff for their time and dedication to providing a high-quality and memorable experience for all. Dave Harrison from FASTPORT spoke at the Conference regarding the Apprenticeship Program, Hiring our Heroes, and the need for businesses to sponsor quality candidates for both programs. Hiring Our Heroes is a nationwide initiative to help veterans, transitioning service members, and assist military spouses in finding meaningful employment opportunities. The Apprenticeship Program is a critical element to help provide great career opportunities for both veterans and those in the general workforce. For further information on these programs and what you or your company can do to assist, please contact RETA HQ. Our Conference Manager, Peggy Wiederkehr, had her first taste of the RETA family flavor and plans for our

110th National Conference are already moving full steam ahead. There will be a few surprises at RETA 2019 including the launch of new hands-on equipment to explore and some exciting guest opportunities. We hope you will start making plans to join us at the Rio in Las Vegas, October 8-11. You

RETA Executive Director Jim Barron

will once again meet industry partners, share experiences, meet old friends, and extend your network by meeting new ones as well. We can promise that you will not be disappointed! Updates and registration information will be posted on the RETA Events website www.reta-events. com. As we approach the beginning of another new year, I’m looking forward to what 2019 will have in store for RETA along with the launch of our PSM certification, the release of a new Energy Efficiency book, and an all new Control Theory book. It is common to have New Year’s resolutions this time of year. In fact, about 50 percent of people set New Year’s resolutions. Take some time now to sit back and decide what your professional resolutions will be. Remember to celebrate the small accomplishments at work, focus on the items in your control, and don’t sweat the small stuff. Make it a great 2019! God Bless, ~ Jim Barron

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