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SUMMARY:Service Nation (Service Round Table)
DESCRIPTION:Carol Longacre will go over the Benefits of being an Associate Member of Service Nation. Note: Every RACCA Contractor Member receives a complimentary Associate Level Membership. \nWho Should Attend? \nThis class is intended for RACCA Members as a reintroduction to Service Nation and any HVAC Contractors that are considering joining RACCA as a Member. \nCarol Longacre with Service Nation will reintroduce Service Nation to RACCA ‘s Members. \nCarol will cover topics such as: \n\nRACCA Members receive a complimentary Association Level Membership from Service Nations. Carol will go over the Benefits of the Association Level Membership.\nService Nation Associate Membership Level has the ability to earn cash back rewards on purchases through Service Nation Preferred Partners.\nCarol Longacre will also go over the Benefits of upgrading your (RACCA Member) complimentary Association Level Membership to a Service Nation Roundtable Membership.\n\nRACCA has recently signed a Contract with Service Nation that starts on January 1\, 2024. Carol Longacre with Service Nation will go over the complimentary Association Level Membership with RACCA’s Contractor Members and answer your questions. Note: Any Question about benefits or your Membership will be handle by Service Nation.\nRACCA will not be administrating your Service Nation Membership. \nJim Hinshaw will be the Guest Speaker and has been involved in the HVAC Industry for over 40 years as a contractor\, coach\, consultant\, trainer\, presenter\, author\, and more. His presentation is tilted: Back to the Future\, how sales will be done going forward! \nJim will cover topics including: \n\nWhat we see in the marketplace today in terms of advertising and marketing.\nWhat has changed in the last 3 years in terms of sales\nWhat is needed today for the customer to buy.\nHow to improve our results at the kitchen table.\n\nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken til 5:00 PM Jan. 9th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to Jan. 9th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/service-nation-service-round-table/
LOCATION:Ferguson HVAC (Tampa)\, 10639 Crossroads Commerce Blvd\, Tampa\, 33610
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Customer Service and Relations
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn – Customer Service and Relations\nWho Should Attend? \nThis class is intended for all employees up to and including Managers and Owners. \nThis class will cover topics such as: \n\nGetting new customers?…..What about keeping the ones you already have?\nFive forbidden phrases…..what not to say.\nManaging the “moments of truth”.\nDealing with angry customers and what about the complaints you never knew about?\nWhat customers expect….. the hidden cost of indifference.\n\nWhat does your employee’s appearance\, trucks\, paperwork and attitude tell the customer about your company? The class will be presented by Keane Bismarck. \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken til 5:00 PM Jan. 16th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to Jan. 16th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-customer-service-and-relations-2024-01-18/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Tampa\, 4720 East Adamo Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Mini-Split Best Practices Training Class
DESCRIPTION:Mini-Split Best Practices Training Class\nDoes your Sales Department and Estimators understand how to size a Mini-System using Best Practices? When your installation crew goes out and installs a Mini-Split are they wiring\, piping\, and charging the Mini-Split System using Best Practices? If not\, this is the class for them.\nWho Should Attend? \nOwners\, Estimators\, Salespeople\, Service Managers\, Installation People\, Service Techs and whomever in your Organization that would be involved with recommending or installing a Mini-Split System. \nThis class is designed to discuss the Best Practices and Tools you will need to have a quality installation of a Mini-Split system\, no matter the brand. We will be reviewing product selection\, proper sizing of single-zone and multi-zone applications\, condensate management\, as well as proper piping\, wiring\, and charging of Mini-Split systems. \nThis class will be presented by Dan Moody\, President of Target Sales. \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM March 19th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to March 19th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-mini-split-best-practices-training-class/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Evaluating Performance and Quality in Your Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Evaluating Performance and Quality in Your Workforce\nTired of the generic ” one size fits all ” approach to evaluating people? Don’t feel comfortable critiquing an employee’s performance? Concerned that your current system isn’t working or you have no system at all?\nCourse Goal: \nTo help Managers and Supervisors develop their own specific employee evaluation systems that are unique to their requirements and Firm’s needs. \nPARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN HOW EASY IT IS TO CUSTOMIZE A SYSTEM THAT IS COMFORTABLE FOR BOTH THE EMPLOYEE AND THE EVALUATOR. \nThis could become your most important employee communication tool. Everyone wants to know how they are doing and how they can get better ($). Presented by Keane Bismarck. \nThis course will cover topics such as: \n\nWhy evaluations are necessary\nTypes of evaluations\nEvaluation development\nCommunicating the results\n\nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM Feb.13th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to Feb.13th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-evaluating-performance-and-quality-in-your-workforce-2024-02-15/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Introduction to Air Conditioning
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Air Conditioning\nDoes your Office Personnel speak Air Conditioning?\nWho Should Attend? \nReceptionists\, Office Administrators\, Dispatchers\, Cost Accounting Clerks\, Entry-Level Helpers\, Warehouse\, Parts Runners & Anyone in your organization that is New to the HVAC Industry! \nA Non-Technical Seminar Designed Exclusively for Support Personnel Employed by HVACR Contractors & Supply Houses. \nThe science of our profession explained in everyday\, easy to understand terms so our support employees understand what we do. Presented by Keane Bismarck. \nThis course will cover topics such as: \n\nHow Heat Transfers\nHow We Size Systems\nThe Effects of Insulation\nHow the Refrigerant Cycle Works\nWhat are the Main Components\nDifferent Types of Systems\n\nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM April 9th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to April 9th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-introduction-to-air-conditioning-2024-04-11/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Tampa\, 4720 East Adamo Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch and Learn – Screening\, Hiring & Retaining Employees  & Triple Protection Plan
DESCRIPTION:Executive Lunch and Learn – Screening\, Hiring & Retaining Employees & Triple Protection Plan\nFederated Insurance will go over Screening\, Hiring & Retaining Employees & Triple Protection Plan.\nWho Should Attend? \nThis class is intended for Owners\, Managers\, Executives & Associate Members. \nThis Executive Lunch and Learn will cover the following topics: \nScreening\, Hiring\, and Retaining Employees (45 Min.)\n\nA company’s hiring and employee retention practices communicate a lot about its culture. Many employers agree that bringing qualified applicants into their business is one of their primary challenges\, and today’s competitive employment market can make it even harder to land top talent. This discussion focuses on ways to find quality applicants in your industry\, establish strong and consistent hiring practices\, and reinforces the value of continuous recruiting and employee retention to distinguish you as an “employer of choice.”\n\nTriple Protection Plan (45 Min.)\n\nHave you ever lost a promising employee? If you have\, you know the costs related to turnover are high and getting higher as jobs become more specialized. Rewarding key employees and letting them know how important they are to your business could mean the difference between keeping or losing a valued employee. But\, to do that\, you need benefits that work well\, both short- and long-term. During this session\, learn about the triple protection option approach that your peers are using successfully to recruit and train top talent.\n\nFederated Insurance is one of RACCA Associate Members and will be putting on both the Screening\, Hiring & Retaining Employees & Triple Protection Plan. \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken til 5:00 PM April12th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to April 12th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/executive-lunch-and-learn-screening-hiring-retaining-employees-triple-protection-plan-2024-04-16/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Tampa\, 4720 East Adamo Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20231228T045856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T051032Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Introduction to Surge & Over/Under Voltage
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn – Introduction to Surge & Over/Under Voltage\nDoes your Sales Department\, Estimators & Service Techs Understand Surge & Over/Under Protection & their Applications? As an Owner; do you have your staff recommending Surge Protection & Over/Under Protection on every job they go on. Lightning season is coming!!!!\nWho Should Attend? \nOwners\, Estimators\, Salespeople\, Service Managers\, Service Techs\, Installation People\, and Whoever in your Organization that would be involved with recommending Surge & Over/Under Voltage Protection to your customers! \nThis class will go over Surge Protection\, Surge Protection Application\, Types of Surge Protection\, Voltage Monitoring & Understanding Over/Under Voltage. \nThe class will be presented by Fred Kreusch the Vice President of Able Power Products a Manufacturer in Clearwater Florida along with Dan Moody President of Target Sales. \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM April 16th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to April 16h by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-introduction-to-surge-over-under-voltage-2024-04-18/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20240417T164038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T191727Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch and Learn – 2024 Florida Legislative Session Highlights
DESCRIPTION:Executive Lunch and Learn – A talk on the (post-session) highlights of the 2024 Florida Legislative Session.\nRSA Consulting Group (FRACCA Lobbyist in Tallahassee) will do a post-session highlight on the 2024 Florida Legislative Session.\nWho Should Attend? \nThis class is intended for Owners\, Executives\, Managers & Associate Members. \nEdward Briggs Vice President of Government Relations & Community Affairs for RSA Consulting Group LLC will be going over the highlights of the 2024 Florida Legislative Session and will be answering questions at the end. \n\nCurrently if you belong to RACCA…..part of your RACCA dues go to FRACCA which currently has RSA Consulting Group under contract to be FRACCA eyes\, ears and voice concerning legislation that affects the HVACR Market in Florida.\nThe 2024 session of the Florida legislature passed two of FRACCA’s priority bills (HB 481 and HB 917).\nA third bill\, HB 49\, dealing with employment of minors\, also passed and was approved by Governor DeSantis.\nThe bills above provide an effective date of July 1\, 2024.\nThese are a few key items RSA Consulting Group worked on.\n\nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM May 14th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to May 15th by 12:00pm. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/executive-lunch-and-learn-2024-florida-legislative-session-highlights/
LOCATION:Ferguson HVAC (Tampa)\, 10639 Crossroads Commerce Blvd\, Tampa\, 33610
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20240429T160013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T201414Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch and Learn – Risk Managing Your Fleet & Drive S.A.F.E.R
DESCRIPTION:Executive Lunch and Learn – Risk Managing\nYour Fleet & Drive S.A.F.E.R\nFederated Insurance will go over Risk Managing Your Fleet as well as Drive S.A.F.E.R. (Speed\, Attention\, Fatigue & Emotion).\nWho Should Attend? \nThis class is intended for Owners\, Managers\, Executives & Associate Members. \nRisk Managing Your Fleet (45min.)\nAutomotive crashes continue to be a large exposure for all types of businesses. Vehicle crashes\, fatalities\, and distracted driving are a serious problem. With more drivers – and their mobile devices on the road every day\, the potential for behind-the-wheel distractions increases\, and so does your business’s exposure to this risk. This presentation will address leadership strategies to impact employee driving behavior and ideas for implementing a mobile device/driving policy. It will also introduce you to technology tools to aid in restricting mobile phone use in vehicles – such as the Federated DriveSAFEsmtelematics app. Be prepared to discuss actions that can make a positive difference to vour business and vour emplovees. \nDrive S.A.F.E.R (45Min.)\nDriving crashes and fatalities need to be addressed. Both are at an all-time high in the U.S.! This discussion focuses on the reinforcement of S.A.F.E. driving\, specifically how Speed\, Attention\, Fatigue\, and Emotion can be managed effectively so your company drivers can return safely home from work each day to their loved ones. Be prepared to discuss actions that can make a positive difference to your business and your drivers. \nFederated Insurance is one of RACCA Associate Members and will be putting on both Risk Managing Your Fleet and Drive S.A.F.E.R. \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM September 10th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to September 10th by 12:00pm. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/executive-lunch-and-learn-risk-managing-your-fleet-drive-s-a-f-e-r-2024-09-12/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Clearwater\, 12385 Automobile Boulevard\, Clearwater\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20240815T142538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T142538Z
UID:10000064-1726745400-1726750800@www.racca-florida.org
SUMMARY:Executive Lunch and Learn – Overcoming Operational Challenges: Scaling Your Business with Streamlined Processes
DESCRIPTION:Executive Lunch and Learn – Overcoming Operational Challenges: Scaling Your Business with Streamlined Processes\nThis class is intended for Owners\, Executives\, Managers & Associate Members. \nThis Executive Lunch & Learn will cover topics such as: \n\nUnderstand the importance of operational excellence in scaling a business.\nIdentify common operational challenges that hinder scalability.\nLearn strategies and best practices for streamlining operations and overcoming.\nExplore tools and technologies to support operational excellence and growth.\n\n  \nThis class will be presented by Raz Bajwa with IndusTrack. \nRaz Bajwa has been working with contractors for 20 years. He will discuss how poor operational execution\, ineffective processes\, inefficient workflows\, and operational bottlenecks can hinder a company’s growth and strategies to overcome these challenges. Join us to learn how to streamline your operations\, meet increasing demand\, and maintain quality standards to support sustainable growth. \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM September 17th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to September 17th by 12:00pm. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/executive-lunch-and-learn-overcoming-operational-challenges-scaling-your-business-with-streamlined-processes/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Tampa\, 4720 East Adamo Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20240822T174520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T191239Z
UID:10000065-1731583800-1731589200@www.racca-florida.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – HVAC Protective Coating Class
DESCRIPTION:HVAC Protective Coating Class\nThis class will cover HVAC Protective Coatings\, Types of Coating Applications\, Impacts on Efficiency & Life Cycle\, Coating Process\, Warranty & Cutting-Edge Insight on EpoxSil™\nWho Should Attend? \nOwners\, Engineers\, Estimators\, Salespeople\, Service Managers\, Mechanical – Service – Installation Techs. \nDoes your Service\, Sales\, Contracting\, Engineers & Estimators\, including Mechanical Service Technicians\, grasp the gravity of HVAC Protective Coatings\, and its innovative impact on HVAC applications? Let us inform\, educate\, and empower your team’s knowledge on how HVAC Protective Coatings improves efficiency\, extends equipment life cycle\, and reduces power consumption\, to promote added value to your customers HVAC needs. Join us over genuine conversation as we compare HVAC standards over the last few decades\, and the need for extra layer of protection with EpoxSil™! \nThe class will be Presented by Bethel Products team of experts – Robert Lofthouse (Tampa Account Executive)\, Peter Maira (Sales Manager)\, in support of Bart Chavarria (Operations Manager) and Jason Turner (President) . \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM November 12th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to November 12th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/2024-11-14-lunch-and-learn-hvac-protective-coating-class/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Tampa\, 4720 East Adamo Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20240429T164754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T213809Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch and Learn – Navigating Health Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Executive Lunch and Learn – Navigating\nHealth Benefits\nMatthew is the manager for Abbott Family Insurance\, and he will lead a class on navigating the insurance space ahead of Open Enrollment for Plan year 2025. \nWho Should Attend? \nThis class is intended for Owners\, Executives\, Managers & Associate Members. \nNavigating Health Insurance\n1. Various health insurance options: Group plans\, private plans\, medi-share\, and self-funded plans.\n2. Review options and ensure cost-effective benefits for your team.\n3. Equip yourself with tools to secure better rates and negotiate Workman’s Compensation costs.\n4. Avoid overwhelming decisions by seeking education and guidance. \nWe are not going to be going into specific product details\, but rather provide you with the overview needed to help you make the best decisions for your business in Plan year 2025. Open Enrollment begins on November 1st and closes on December 15th. With only a month and a half to get all of the information and make a decision\, this course will streamline that process for you! \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM October 15th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to October 15th by 12:00pm. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/executive-lunch-and-learn-navigating-health-benefits/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20241219T190519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T190519Z
UID:10000073-1736854200-1736859600@www.racca-florida.org
SUMMARY:Executive Lunch and Learn – Service Nation (Service Round Table)
DESCRIPTION:Executive Lunch and Learn – Service Nation (Service Round Table)\nCarol Longacre will go over the Benefits of being an Associate Member of Service Nation. Note: Every RACCA Contractor Member receives a complimentary Associate Level Membership. \nWho Should Attend? \nThis class is intended for RACCA Contractor Members as a reintroduction to Service Nation. \nRACCA Associate Members that would like to learn more about Sales from Guest Speaker / Author Chris W. Michel & for the Tampa Bay HVACR Community to find out a little more about Service Nation. \nAttendees can expect the following from this Executive Lunch & Learn: \n\nRACCA Members receive a complimentary Association Level Membership from Service Nations. Carol will go over the Benefits of the Association Level Membership.\nService Nation Association Membership Level has the ability to earn cash back rewards on purchases through Service Nation Preferred Partners.\nCarol Longacre will also go over the Benefits of upgrading or becoming a Service Nation Roundtable Member.\nGuest Speaker Chris W. Michel will deliver thoughts relative to the industry based on his 30 years of sales & leadership experience\n\nPresented by Carol Longacre and Chris W. Michel\nChris W. Michel will be the Guest Speaker and has over 30 years of sales and leadership experience\, as both an individual contributor and team leader\, Chris is well positioned to provide proven advice and counsel in the areas of sales processes and management techniques. He has sold in Business to Consumer (B2C) and Business to Business (B2B) situations\, gaining\, developing\, and honing skills in the areas of customer service\, customer needs and manufacturing demands to meet short-term and long-term sales cycles. He has applied this knowledge moving into management where he continued to develop effective tools to coach others to succeed. \nChris W. Michel is the author of The Red Chair Experience (Daily Inspiration for Success in Life and Business). When you seek inspiration\, hope\, truth\, or more depth: often those wishes\, comforts\, or other pursuits will elude you. Frustration is natural. You go to your favorite relaxing spot. Maybe you have a place like a trail\, a body of water\, or even a simple chair that you go to that envelops and comforts you\, bringing a deep sense of peace. With these 366 entries\, you will find a daily dose of inspiration. The Red Chair Experience is written for uplifting your heart and soul\, or to find new opportunities. When implemented the concepts of these pages will help you develop intimacy\, integrity\, and spirituality with yourself and others. \n  \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM January 12th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to January 12th by 12:00pm. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/executive-lunch-and-learn-service-nation-service-round-table/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Tampa\, 4720 East Adamo Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20240923T145029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T185637Z
UID:10000067-1737459000-1737464400@www.racca-florida.org
SUMMARY:Executive Lunch and Learn – Boosting Profits & Preventing Problems Through Software
DESCRIPTION:Executive Lunch and Learn – Boosting Profits & Preventing Problems Through Software\nKnowledge is power… but only when it’s applied. How can you gain more knowledge and control of your own business so you can boost profits? Software can help by making it easier to see expenses from an overview dashboard\, view trends in real time\, and spot inefficiencies within each line of business. To gain the knowledge that you need in order to make adjustments\, you might need a simple and straightforward system to view job costing\, labor trends\, unexpected expenses and more. \nTell me how well your staff communicates and I’ll tell you how profitable you are. Unnecessary return trips\, unexpected expenses\, customer no shows\, jobs not being completed\, these are all problems that communication software can help to prevent. \nStriven is a customizable software solution built by a business owner\, for business owners. The software has communication tools\, a robust reporting mechanism\, a CRM to manage customers\, work order management\, vendor management\, employee management\, a full accounting suite\, a customer portal\, but its more than an ALL IN ONE software\, it’s a system to manage and grow your business. Striven is a product of Miles IT\, founded by Chris Miles twenty-seven years ago. Miles IT Is family owned and operated\, with 500 employees generating 65 million in revenue and serving small and mid-sized businesses all over the United States. Need an IT company\, Miles IT can serve as your IT provider. \nPresented by John Fay\, representing Striven Customizable Software\nAbout John Fay: With thirty years of business experience\, John enjoys working with business owners to reduce expenses\, boost revenues and implement solutions that make life easier and\nmore prosperous. He has lived in Tampa for seventeen years and has two daughters who\nkeep him young. \n  \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM January 17th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to January 17th by 12:00pm. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/executive-lunch-and-learn-boosting-profits-preventing-problems-through-software/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20240530T182838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T201028Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – TEV Theory with Contaminant Controls
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn – TEV Theory with Contaminant Controls\nThis Class will be presented by Stephen Sloan Regional Manager – South US Parker Hannifin – Sporlan Division.\nWho Should Attend? \nThis class is intended for Service Managers\, Service Techs and Installation Crews. \nTopics Covered:\n\nGoing over TEV in detail\nTEV trouble shooting\nPurpose of Refrigerant Driers\nWhen conditions call for a Refrigerant Drier to be installed.\n\n \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM March 9th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to March 9th by 12:00pm. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-tev-theory-with-contaminant-controls/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Tampa\, 4720 East Adamo Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20240429T155302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T201031Z
UID:10000047-1744284600-1744290000@www.racca-florida.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Introduction to Air Conditioning
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Air Conditioning\nDoes your Office Personnel speak Air Conditioning?\nWho Should Attend? \nReceptionists\, Office Administrators\, Dispatchers\, Cost Accounting Clerks\, Entry-Level Helpers\, Warehouse\, Parts Runners & Anyone in your organization that is New to the HVAC Industry! \nA Non-Technical Seminar Designed Exclusively for Support Personnel Employed by HVACR Contractors & Supply Houses. \nThe science of our profession explained in everyday\, easy to understand terms so our support employees understand what we do. Presented by Keane Bismarck. \nThis course will cover topics such as: \n\nHow Heat Transfers\nHow We Size Systems\nThe Effects of Insulation\nHow the Refrigerant Cycle Works\nWhat are the Main Components\nDifferent Types of Systems\n\nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM April 8th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to April 8th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-introduction-to-air-conditioning-2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20250529T152740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T145937Z
UID:10000090-1758195000-1758200400@www.racca-florida.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Intro to Zoning Design and Application
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Zoning Design and Application\nWho Should Attend? \nOwners\, Your Design Build Department\, Estimators\, Installation Managers & Crew and Service Managers & Service Techs. \nTom Hansch from ZONEFIRST will go over the 10 main topics below so you are more comfortable in knowing when to apply Zoning to a job\, Designing a System and the different applications you will run into. \n\nWhat is Zoning and Zone Control?\nWhy Do You Need Zoning?\nHow Does Zoning Work?\nHow Do I Zone a System?\nZoning System Design\nZoning Heat Pump\nZoning Variable Speed Equipment\nZone Commercial Systems\nZoning VS Multiple Units\nZoning Efficiency (Downsizing)\n\nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up to 5:00 PM September 16th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to September 16th by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-intro-to-zoning-design-and-application-2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Trane Supply – Tampa\, 4720 East Adamo Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20250529T153407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T204647Z
UID:10000091-1760614200-1760619600@www.racca-florida.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Evacuation Explained & Recovery Demystified
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn – Evacuation Explained & Recovery Demystified\nWho Should Attend? \nInstallation & Service Managers and their crews. \nEvacuation Explained:\nDo you have a pump or a paperweight? Make sure your tools are working for you\, and develop a firm grasp on the best practices for the evacuation of HVAC/R equipment. \nMicrons: What are they and what story does measuring them tell. \nWhat’s a proper evacuation setup looks like and why it works. \nThe gas ballast: Myths and Realities. \nLive demo: Don’t just take our word for it. \nNATE Credit # 40530-0001 \nRecovery Demystified\nHave your cake and eat it too – achieve true and complete recovery of ALL liquid and vapor faster and more efficient than ever before. \nSafety & Terminology \nCritical Tools and proper setup \nThe process itself- tips \, tricks and insight. NAVAC promises you will learn something new! \nNATE Credit # 40530-0002 \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up to 5:00 PM October 14th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to October 14th by 12:00pm. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-evacuation-explained-recovery-demystified-2025-10-16/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20260716T134656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T192651Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Evaluating Your Online Presence
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn: Evaluating Your Online Presence\nAn online presence refers to the digital footprint of a business on the Internet and Social Media. Keith Goolsby with Jetfuel Creative (RACCA’s Website & Social Media Specialist) will go over ways a business exists and interacts in the digital world. \nIn today’s digital landscape\, a strong online presence is essential for staying competitive. Below are some of the Topics that will be touched on. \nWhat constitutes an online presence?\n\nWebsite: Your Company website is where you share information and engage with your audience.\nSocial Media: Your presence on platforms like Facebook\, Instagram and LinkedIn.\nLocal Listings: Ensuring your business is listed accurately on platforms like Google Maps.\nSearch Engine Optimization (SEO): Optimizing your online presence for search engines to improve visibility.\nEmail Marketing: Engaging with potential customers and retaining current ones through email.\n\nWhy is a strong online presence important?\n\nIncreased Visibility: Makes it easier for people to find you online.\nBrand Building: Helps establish and strengthen your brand identity.\nTrust and Credibility: A strong online presence builds trust with potential customers.\nIncreased Sales: Your online presence can lead to more sales.\nCustomer Engagement: Provides a platform for interacting with customers and building relationships.\n\nHow to improve your online presence:\n\nOptimize your profiles: Ensure your website and social media profiles are fully optimized.\nEnsure a user-friendly website: Make your website easy to navigate and visually appealing.\nDevelop a Content Strategy: Create content that resonates with your target audience and aligns with your brand.\nEngage with your audience: Respond to comments\, messages\, and mentions.\nMonitor your online reputation: Regularly check for mentions of your business and address any negative feedback.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nOwners\, Managers\, Sales and Marketing Team Members \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up til 5:00 PM October 13th. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to October 13th By noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-evaluating-your-online-presence/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260830T122325
CREATED:20260807T141021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T192625Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Brazing Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Brazing Fundamentals\nAre your technicians well-informed on the latest in brazing developments?\nWho Should Attend? \nInstallers and Service Technicians. \nThis class will cover topics such as: \n\nBrazing Terminology & Definitions\nThe Fundamentals of Brazing\nBase Metals: Copper\, Aluminum\, Brass\, Steel & Stainless Steel\nChoosing the Appropriate Filler Metal & Flux\nTorch Safety: Oxy & Air Acetylene\nHands-On Torch Brazing Demo & Training if weather permits\n\nUniweld Products\, Inc. is a U.S. manufacturing company headquartered in Fort Lauderdale\, Florida. Established in 1949\, the company has grown and expanded into one of the major manufacturers in the welding\, HVAC/R (Heating\, Ventilation\, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration)\, plumbing\, and alloys markets. \nThe class will be presented by Sal Hamidi a Member of PED Associates Inc. and the local Tampa Bay Representative for Uniweld Products. PED Associates Inc. is a Manufacturers’ Representative Company serving HVAC/R\, Appliance Parts\, Wholesale Distributor\, OEM’s and Exporters since 1975. \nRSVP for the Lunch & Learn will be on RACCA’s Website www.racca-florida.org. You will be asked for payment in the form of a credit card. RSVP will be taken up 5:00 PM November 3rd. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are taken up to November 3rd by noon. Cancellations after this date & no-shows are charged for the Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://www.racca-florida.org/event/lunch-and-learn-brazing-fundamentals/
LOCATION:Victor Distributing\, 11125 49th St. North\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="RACCA":MAILTO:michaelracca@aol.com
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