| OUR MISSION
The ASA Education Foundation is a self-sustaining organization that researches the training needs of the plumbing, heating, cooling and industrial & mechanical pipe, valves & fittings industries. The Foundation then develops, promotes and delivers and/or facilitates programs that will satisfy those needs cost-effectively.
OUR PRINCIPLES
- Trained and educated personnel provide a competitive point of difference.
- Education and training add value to working relationships throughout the industry.
- The Foundation is positioned to take the lead in promoting the value and benefits of education and training in the industry.
OUR VALUES
- Effectiveness: We Focus program efforts on programs the Foundation can do well that are unique to the industry.
- Fairness: We treat all customers and program participants fairly.
- Quality: We develop programs that are attractive, job-relevant and operationally sound.
- Integrity: We deliver all programs as promised.
- Respect: We treat all citizens of the industry with respect in developing, marketing and delivering programs.
- Value: We provide excellent value relative to other programs in the training market.
OUR LEADERSHIP
The ASA Education Foundation is governed by the Board of Trustees, a group of dedicated volunteers representing all segments of our industry. Much of what the Foundation is able to accomplish is driven through the vision and direction of these committed individuals.
2009 Education Founation Board of Trustees |
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PRESIDENT
Frank Finkel
Davis & Warshow, Inc.
Maspeth, NY
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PRESIDENT-ELECT
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TREASURER
Joe Maiale
InSinkErator
Racine, WI
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Michael Adelizzi, Secretary
American Supply Association
Chicago, IL
Jeff Beall
American Pipe & Supply Co.
Birmingham, AL
Robert Blades
F.W. Webb Company
Bedford, MA
Brian Burke
Burke Agency
Walled Lake, MI
Inge Calderon
ASA Education Foundation
Chicago, IL
Doug Dillon
Kohler Company
Kohler, WI
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John Edwards
Eastway Supplies, Inc.
Columbus, OH
Chris Fasano
Torrington Supply Co.
Waterbury, CT
Frank Garcia
HD Supply Co.
Orlando, FL
Mark Hanley
Hajoca Corp.
Conroe, TX
John Kirkland
Legend Valve
Shelby Township, MI
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Pamela Mouton
Coburn Supply Co.
Lafayette, LA
Joe Poehling
First Supply LLC
Madison, WI
Jean Preston
Noland/Winwholesale
Newport News, VA
Don Robertson
Steam & Plumbing Service
San Francisco, CA
Dana Severs
Delta Faucet Co.
Indianapolis, IN |
ASA Education Foundation Staff