Session Details
June 14, 2026
PHCC GSA Training Trust Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The 2025/2026 PHCC of CA Board of Directors is scheduled to convene for their fourth-quarter meeting. During the open session, Executive Directors affiliated with PHCC of CA are welcome to attend.
PHCC of CA & PHCC GSA Training Trust Luncheon
12:00 pM - 1:00 PM
Luncheon by invitation only for PHCC staff, PHCC of CA Board of Directors and PHCC GSA Training Trustees.
PHCC of CA Board Meeting
1:00 pM - 5:00 PM
The 2025/2026 PHCC of CA Board of Directors is scheduled to convene for their fourth-quarter meeting. During the open session, Executive Directors affiliated with PHCC of CA are welcome to attend.
Putting contest - included in registration
6:00 pM - 7:00 PM
PHCC WEST convention attendees have the opportunity to putt through a custom built miniature golf course onsite at the famous Rancho Bernardo Inn. Hotel staff will score the contest and find PHCC West’s best putter!
The winner will be announced at the Installation Gala and be awarded a grand prize fit for a golf winner!
President’s mixer
6:00 pM - 8:00 PM
PHCC of California 2025–2026 President, Justin Schimnowski of J. Noble Binns Plumbing Company in Bakersfield, CA, invites you to join fellow convention attendees for a relaxed and enjoyable mixer featuring hosted appetizers and beverages. Unwind with a complimentary chair massage after a long day, creating the perfect atmosphere for networking and camaraderie.
June 15, 2026
welcome pastries & coffee
8:00 aM - 9:00 aM
Join fellow convention attendees for a brief morning mixer with coffee and morning pastries sponsored by Online Access.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Keynote: Colleen Keyworth
AI and the Future of Business: Changing Consumer Behavior
9:00 am - 10:50 am
This presentation explores how the rapid evolution of AI and Google’s ongoing SEO updates are reshaping the search landscape throughout 2026. We’ll examine how consumer behavior is shifting as people increasingly rely on AI and search tools to make decisions. Attendees will gain insight into where AI sources its information, how it influences the way consumers discover local businesses, and what drives trust in today’s digital world. Finally, we’ll look at what’s next for AI and what these advancements mean for maintaining local business visibility and credibility online.
Learning Objectives:
Understand Google’s 2026 SEO Updates: Learn the latest SEO changes affecting local HVAC rankings.
Impact of AI & SGE: Discover how AI, especially Google’s Search Generative Experience, is reshaping local search results and how it is not.
Stay Competitive: Implement strategies to maintain high rankings and attract local customers despite algorithm shifts.
Adapt for the future: Learn how to future-proof your SEO approach with AI-driven tools and local search optimization techniques.
session 2: 2025 California Plumbing & Mechanical Code Updates
11:00am-12:00pm
Stay ahead of the latest changes with the 2025 California Plumbing & Mechanical Code Updates session. This contractor-focused training breaks down key code revisions, practical field impacts, and compliance essentials in a clear, easy-to-apply format. Gain the insights you need to work smarter, avoid costly mistakes, and stay compliant on today’s job sites while connecting with others committed to building California’s future together.
Overview of key changes in the 2025 California Plumbing & Mechanical Code
Clear breakdown of updates affecting field installation, inspections, and compliance
Practical guidance for applying new requirements on active job sites
Discussion of common code pitfalls and how to avoid costly corrections
Real-world examples to support understanding and retention
Designed specifically for contractors, field supervisors, and installers
Opportunity to stay current, compliant, and competitive in the industry
Presenter: Iggy Contreras
Vendor Showcase Mixer
12:00PM-2:00PM
Join us at PHCC's exclusive Vendor Tabletop Luncheon Mixer, a standout event taking place during PHCC WEST. Experience an immersive luncheon where each vendor engages with a dedicated audience of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling contractors. This is your chance to gain insights into the evolving business landscape and discover cutting-edge tools and services designed to propel your business forward.
Connect with entrepreneurs and influential decision makers from all corners of the western region, expanding your network while exchanging Best People, Best Practices® at the premier PHCC WEST mixer.
Discounted hotel rooms for registered exhibitors are available at www.phccwest.com. Register for a Vendor Tabletop online at www.phccwest.com.
Business Session 1
2:00pm-3:00pm
The candidate speeches for the 2025/2026 Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association of California (PHCC of CA) Board of Directors will be presented, accompanied by deliberations on pertinent resolutions, where applicable. All duly registered delegates in good standing, as well as convention attendees, are encouraged to participate in these proceedings.
Sponsorship opportunities available.
session 3: managing your cyber risk
3:10pm-4:00pm
Cyber-crime is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic exposures in business today. Hardly a day goes by that we don’t hear about a security breach or incident involving the loss of sensitive data to hackers. We will discuss several layers of risk management that will help reduce a business’s exposure as well as coverage options available to transfer the risk to an insurance carrier.
optional event: california wine tasting
A wine expert will guide through a tour of California sampling some of California’s top wines and will be instructed how to pair them with their favorite dishes over 6 wine varietals.
This is an optional event at an additional cost to registration fees.
$1,000 Sponsorship includes (1) admission to this optional event. See Sponsorship on page 5 for details.
June 16, 2026
breakfast pastries & coffee
8:00 aM - 9:00 aM
Join fellow convention attendees for a brief morning mixer with coffee and morning pastries sponsored by Online Access.
session 4: Using the Water Demand Calculator to Build a More Resourceful Tomorrow
9:00am-10:00am
Using the Water Demand Calculator to Save Water and discover how a modern tool is changing the way we design plumbing systems. You’ll learn how the Water Demand Calculator helps reduce wasted water, save energy, and lower costs by replacing outdated methods that are nearly 90 years old. This session will break it down in a simple way, showing how smarter water planning can make homes more efficient and sustainable proving that even small changes can have a big impact when we work together.
Learn how the Water Demand Calculator (WDC) updates outdated pipe sizing methods for modern buildings
Understand how smarter water planning can reduce waste, save energy, and lower costs
Explore real-world examples showing cost savings in residential and multi-family projects
Gain practical insight into using the WDC for efficient and sustainable design
Presenter: Iggy Contreras
session 5 - Electrification & Heat Pump Water Heaters 2026 Department of Energy Updates
10:10am-11:10am
Differentiate your company as the “go-to” electrification expert with trained techs who can properly size, locate, and commission heat pump water heaters for reliability and customer comfort.
Protect your business from code changes by building expertise now in heat pump water heaters and electrification-ready system design.
Capture new work by leading your market on 2026 DOE-compliant heat pump water heater installations as California accelerates building electrification.
session 6 - 2026 state & national legislative UPdates
11:20am-12:30pm
This session will review 2026 legislative changes within California and our Nation. Lunch is provided during this important session.
Relevant updates to the plumbing-heating-cooling industry.
Summary of new laws and amendments enacted.
Key legislative priorities and trends shaping policy decisions.
Anticipated effects on regulatory compliance.
State and Local Government Changes.
Interplay between state and federal legislation.
CAPHCC past presidents luncheon
11:20 AM - 12:30 PM
Former presidents of CAPHCC are invited to join a luncheon to reconnect with the evolving landscape of the plumbing-heating-cooling industries. Attendance is strictly by invitation
Business Session 2
12:40 pm - 1:40 pm
Designated PHCC of CA delegates will receive ballots for voting on matters pertaining to the 2026/2027 PHCC of CA Board of Directors as well as any resolutions. Attendance is open to registered participants.
session 7: Contractor Roundtable
1:50 pm - 2:50 pm
Join the distinguished roundtable discussions, focusing on pivotal matters within the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling industry. This roundtable serves as an invaluable platform for attendees to engage in insightful conversations regarding the challenges and opportunities shaping their businesses. By participating, you gain valuable insights from fellow industry members and also have the opportunity to contribute your own expertise. This collaborative exchange aims for a deeper understanding of the issues at hand and promote the sharing of innovative solutions within the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling community.
California Association Executives Council (CAEC) Roundtable
1:50 pm - 2:50 pm
Executive Directors from various regions, both within the state and beyond its borders, convene to engage in discussions pertaining to membership initiatives, training opportunities, and the exchange of effective marketing strategies. The primary focus of these deliberations is to foster the expansion of both membership and student enrollment within the organization.
Sponsorship opportunities are available.
caphcc post-convention board meeting
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
This important session is eagerly awaited as the board collaboratively outlines the path for our organization's future success. New board assignments are assigned, along with board member orientation.
Installation Gala
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Come together with fellow attendees for an elegant dinner celebrating the inauguration of the 2026/2027 PHCC of California Board of Directors, along with the presentation of the annual Affiliate and Contractor of the Year Awards. Enjoy a curated dining experience complete with beverages. The Installation Dinner ticket is inclusive within the full registrant ticket.
Sponsorship opportunities available - see Become a Sponsor page for more details.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
All cancellations must be submitted in writing via email to phccwest@caphcc.org or by mail to 1820 Tribute Road, Suite A, Sacramento, CA 95815. A minimum processing fee of $25 applies to all cancellations.
Cancellations received 60 days prior to the first day of the convention are eligible for a 50% refund of the registration fee, less the $25 processing fee. No cancellations or refunds will be accepted after January 30, 2025; no exceptions will be made.