PWNA’s 1st Annual Education Summit:Building the Next Wave of Member Training

PWNA board members from across the country gathered this week to do what we do best, share expertise and build real-world education for contractors. Over two focused days, our team is filming eight new classes at the Expert Safety Services (ESS) all-inclusive training facility just outside Chicago.

Why this matters

Our goal is simple: give PWNA members training that’s practical, current, and easy to apply in the field whether you’re scaling a team or sharpening your safety game. And as always, every session is being filmed with safety in mind, reinforcing our commitment to industry best practices.

What we’re filming

We’re capturing a mix of classroom and hands-on content designed to help crews work smarter, protect customers’ properties, and operate safely: • Marketing 101 • Marketing 102 • Plant & Property Protection • Holiday Lights • Plus four additional classes rounding out this first release These courses are slated to be available to PWNA members by the end of 2025 inside your member portal.

Where it’s happening

A huge thank-you to Michael Draper and the ESS team for opening their doors. ESS hosts live, in-person training throughout the year, and this partnership lets us combine that on-site excellence with on-demand access for members.

Who’s making it happen

It’s a true board effort. Special thanks to Mike Dingler, Trevor Shamblin, Bo Josetti, Jim Pasternak, Daryl Mirza, and Raph Hamelain and to the many PWNA leaders contributing their time, tools, and field experience to make these classes rock-solid.

What’s next

Once editing wraps, we’ll roll the courses into the PWNA training library. If you’re a member, watch your inbox and the portal for release dates and enrollment details.

For more information about PWNA and our training programs, visit www.pwna.org.