Date: August 21, 2025

Time: 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Location: EVEN Hotel Sarasota Lakewood Ranch
6231 Lake Osprey

Guest Speakers:

Bill Rhodes - ​​Partner / Senior Analyst &
Jeff Rhodes - Partner / Chief Strategist

CrossRhodes Consulting, LLC

Bill and Jeff bring 30+ years of experience and expertise to the industry

Running a successful plumbing business isn't just about skilled labor and satisfied customers—it's also about building a strong internal structure that supports your team and protects your company. This educational program dives into the essential HR tools, system strategies, benefits planning, and compliance safeguards that help contractors like you scale with confidence and stay ahead of risk.

What You'll Learn:

• HR Fundamentals That Matter: Hiring smart, handling disputes, and building a culture that retains top talent.
• Systems That Work for You: Streamline day-to-day operations with integrated tech tools and process automation.
• Benefits Without the Burden: Explore employee benefit options that are affordable, scalable, and attractive in a competitive labor market.
• Compliance Made Clear: Stay up to date with licensing, labor laws, and insurance regulations to avoid costly penalties.
• Business Continuity Planning: Build policies and systems that reinforce long-term stability and reduce vulnerability during transitions.

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