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Plumbing & Mechanical Next Gen ALL STARS

2025 Next Gen All Stars: Top 20 Under 40 Plumbing Professionals

Plumbing & Mechanical’s fourth annual list of young talent in the plumbing industry.
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Kristen R. Bayles

This year’s group of NextGen All-Stars is full of young talent in the trades who are making a difference in the world every day. These innovators and leaders are forging the path for the next generation. Congratulations to this group of industry leaders in our Top 20 Under 40 list of plumbing professionals!


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Lucas DePerry.

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.
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Kristen R. Bayles

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


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ASPE Boston Product Show announced

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

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


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Guest Editorial | Phil Hotarek

Connecting with gen Z – why they’re the plumbing trade’s next big thing

Why you should be recruiting gen Z, and how to do it.
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Phil Hotarek

Gen Z is reshaping the workforce by opting for trades like plumbing instead of costly four-year degrees. With rising tuition and student debt, they’re seeking immediate job opportunities, which presents a tremendous opportunity for our industry. If you're not tapping into their potential, you're missing out.



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