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PFAS & Profits – Part 1: Understanding the Problem

  • Thursday, October 16, 2025
  • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • EVEN Hotel Sarasota Lakewood Ranch, 6231 Lake Osprey Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240

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October Dinner Meeting:

PFAS & Profits – Part 1: Understanding the Problem


Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
Networking/Dinner 6:00PM-7:00PM
Speaker presentation starts at 7:00PM

Location: EVEN Hotel Sarasota Lakewood Ranch
6231 Lake Osprey Drive Sarasota, FL  34240

Guest Speaker:
Dr. Abbey Tyrna, Executive Director, Suncoast Waterkeeper

  • Expert in water safety and community protection

  • Former UF/IFAS Extension Water Resources Agent

PFAS — the “forever chemicals” — are increasingly found in water systems across the Suncoast. This session will help plumbing professionals understand what PFAS are, how they affect homes, and how to educate clients about the risks and available resources.

What You’ll Learn:

  • What PFAS are and why they matter
  • Results from local water testing in North Port
  • Free testing & education through the Forever Free program
  • How to talk to clients about PFAS risks

Save the Date for Part 2:
Expand Your Plumbing Business by Addressing Water Quality Solutions
Date: March 19, 2026


Members - $35 / Non-Members - $45

(Non-Members must be paid in advance in order to attend)


Event Sponsorship Available - $300

Includes two attendees, exposure on website, opportunity to put materials on tables and opportunity to speak for five minutes. Limited to one sponsor
per event - members only opportunity


CONTACT
PHONE / FAX: 941-977-5077

EMAIL: info@SWFLPHCC.org
NEW MAILING ADDRESS:
1181 S. Sumter Blvd., #133
North Port, FL  34287 

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