It’s Never Too Late to Start a Career in the Trades
Joe Cooper’s path to success in the plumbing industry was a meandering one. After being in and out of several colleges and working...
Apprentices are the Future — Let’s Grow Their Ranks
Happy New Year! My team and I work very hard to take care of you, our awesome members, to provide you with all of the benefits of IAPMO...
Meet Your New Board Members
Brad Elliott CENTRAL REGIONAL DIRECTOR Brad Elliott is a combination plans examiner with the city of Las Vegas Community...
His Father-in-Law Knew Best
For many, the thought of driving more than 2,000 miles with their father-in-law might be intimidating. But for Rodney Cobos, the drive from...
Thank a Veteran for Their Service
Greetings from the IAPMO Membership Department! As we approach the end of the year and the holiday season, I want to share some...
ARCSA Conference Wrap-Up: Celebrating 30 Years of Innovation
In September, we proudly concluded our annual conference for 2024, marking a significant milestone — our 30-year anniversary. As we look...
Women – and Men – Supporting Women in the Industry
Calling all women in the industry! This fall, Trades Women Build Nations (TWBN) will be hosting its annual conference in New Orleans. Not...
IAPMO Mourns Passing of Consequential Former President Bob West
IAPMO mourns the passing of former president Bob West, one of the most consequential stewards of the association’s 98-year history. The...
Root Digs Deep Into Water
Amanda Root’s passion for water quality led her to IAPMO. After initially working as a massage therapist — her other passion — she...
From Reluctant to Committed
Sam Engdahl did not want to become a plumber. His father, Craig, owned a residential and commercial plumbing company in the small city of...