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From executive chef to union plumber

When Lucas DePerry’s Chicago restaurant closed in 2021, he decided to make a career change into the plumbing industry.

Kristen R. Bayles

August 19, 2025

After ten years in the culinary industry, Lucas DePerry decided to switch things up and pursue a career in plumbing.

A. O. Smith University’s upcoming classes focus on smart hybrid HPWH, commercial gas water heaters and more

These classes aim to educate professionals.

August 12, 2025

Twelve courses will be offered on A. O. Smith's line of heat pump water heaters, tankless water heaters, commercial gas water heaters and smart hybrid units

Interplay Learning secures third appearance on Inc. 5000

The learning company ranks No. 1379 on the list, signifying meaningful business growth.

August 12, 2025

Interplay Learning has been awarded a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 for the third time.

Nexstar Network expands access to trades training with free public content

NexTech Academy on-the-go library of 200+ instructional videos now on YouTube.

August 11, 2025

Nexstar Network is now offering their formally exclusive training videos to the public online.

ASPE Boston Product Show announced

The Boston chapter of American Society of Plumbing Engineers will hold their product show on October 21, 2025.

August 5, 2025

The product show will feature opportunities to network, find new products and support activities within the community.

ASHRAE announces 2025-2026 Society scholarship recipients

The company is awarding 40 scholarships, totaling $218,500 for the 2025-2026 academic year.

August 1, 2025

ASHRAE has released the list of recipients for 40 scholarships.

The Learning Center, where customers can engage with Bradley products.

Bradley product training now available in North Andover Learning Center

The flagship Learning Center has been updated to feature a fully functional lab.

July 23, 2025

The Learning Center now features a wide range of Bradley products for customers to engage with.

advisors Jason Noel, left, and Kevin Hill, will lead the interactive program held Aug. 12-14 at the CEO Warrior headquarters in Eatontown, New Jersey.

CEO Warrior opens exclusive Road Warrior training to non-members

The training event will be held in New Jersey on August 12-14

July 22, 2025

This incentive program helps home service managers and leaders hone the skills they need to communicate with customers and identify future needs.

(Left) Three girls work on DIY water filter assembly. (Right) Judaline Cassidy, Amie Millano, and Katie Loeb.

LIXIL welcomed Tools & Tiaras campers for hands-on plumbing workshop

The workshop was held in the company's Water Experience Center in New York City.

July 18, 2025

Attendees received hands-on learning experiences including DIY water filters and a "Showerhead Showdown."

HomeServe commits to workforce development through PHCC scholarships

The company will fund five scholarship this year.

July 11, 2025

Five $3,000 awards will help apprentices and service tech trainees jump-start their skilled trades careers through the PHCC Educational Foundation’s 2025 scholarship program.