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Highlights from the Annual International Sweeper Summit and Why You Need to be There!

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Highlights from the Annual International Sweeper Summit and Why You Need to be There! 

 

The Annual International Sweeper Summit & Equipment Expo, held from October 22nd to 24th at the beautiful JW Marriott in Las Vegas, was an event that captivated attendees. Sponsored by ODRA Sweepers, this year’s Summit brought together sweeping contractors for a sweeper only opportunity to enhance their knowledge, network, and collaborate, all within a vibrant atmosphere. With over 200 attendees and exhibitors, the event showcased the thriving spirit of the sweeping industry. 

Kick-off Fun at Top Golf 

 

The Summit kicked off with an engaging group event at Top Golf, sponsored by Schwarze, which set the tone for a fun afternoon gathering. Attendees enjoyed delicious BBQ and beverages while mingling in a relaxed environment, where the golf balls—whether hitting or missing—took a backseat to the camaraderie. Joe Hendrickson, VP of Sales for Schwarze, expressed his delight, stating, “I really enjoyed the TopGolf event this year. It provided an atmosphere where everyone could socialize and have fun together. Thank you, Sweeper Summit team, for looking for innovative ways to improve our experience at the event.”  This innovative start allowed participants to forge connections in a unique setting, laying the groundwork for productive conversations in the days ahead.  

The day culminated with a Welcome Reception, sponsored by TYMCO, in the indoor exhibitor area, allowing vendors to proudly showcase their newest innovations.

A Day of Inspiration and Learning 

 

Wednesday’s agenda centered around education, highlighted by a keynote speech from Joe Goldberg, sponsored by United Rotary Brush. Goldberg, known as the voice of the Kansas City Royals, shared invaluable insights on fostering a championship culture within organizations—a theme that resonated deeply with the audience. Following the keynote, attendees participated in a dynamic outdoor rotating manufacturers’ roundtable, a fresh addition to this year’s schedule, which encouraged direct dialogue among manufacturers and contractors. This hands-on approach created an atmosphere of learning and feedback, allowing everyone to gain a deeper understanding of the equipment they use to run their business. 
 
Attendees enjoyed lunch in the equipment expo area before diving into roundtable discussions hosted by NAPSA. The afternoon offered five rotating roundtable discussions tackling significant industry topics and providing attendees the chance to share their insights and experiences. The day wrapped up with an outdoor Happy Hour amid the expo exhibits, followed by a delightful dinner held in the elegant Valencia Ballroom rotunda. 

Looking Ahead to Sweeper Summit 2025

 

As the dust settled on another successful Sweeper Summit, the excitement for the next event is already building. Mark your calendars for Sweeper Summit 2025, returning to the JW Marriott in Las Vegas from November 4th to 6th. This upcoming gathering promises even more opportunities for education, networking, and collaboration. Stay tuned for announcements and details, as this is an exceptional chance to elevate your business and expand your professional circle. 
 
In conclusion, the Annual International Sweeper Summit & Equipment Expo showcased not only the latest advancements in the sweeping industry but also reinforced the importance of community and collaboration. Whether you were able to attend this year or are planning to join in 2025, it’s clear that the Sweeper Summit continues to be the premier event for anyone serious about success in the sweeping industry. Join us and be part of this incredible journey! 

 

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1-800-SWEEPER Continues to Grow, Expands into Canada

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1-800-SWEEPER, the nationwide service alliance of power sweeping companies, has signed seven new Partners in Quarter 1, 2024, to the organization. New US Partners include East Coast Industrial in Pine Bush, NY, Dynamic Commercial Solutions in Katy, TX, New Horizon Street Sweeping in Willis, TX, Cleaner Streets in Oxnard, CA and Capital Sweeper Services in Sacramento, CA.

But that’s not all that’s new. In today’s competitive marketplace, 1-800-SWEEPER is expanding into Canada. Expanding into new markets is key, to not only the organization’s growth, but to its success. With that said, they are excited to announce their reach into British Columbia, Canada.

The province of British Columbia offers 1-800-SWEEPER a large market and a fresh customer base. They have signed two local contractors, Aqua Sweep & Vac in Kelowna, BC and GDL Property Services in Vancouver, BC. By partnering with these two established contractors, gives 1-800-SWEEPER the opportunity to leverage their knowledge of the Canadian market and build strong relationships within the region. “We need to learn and understand the legal and regulatory environment as well as vendor policies, procurement, and payments.” says Andy Williams, Business Development Director of 1-800-SWEEPER. “Expanding our power sweeping organization into Canada presents a great opportunity for growth and success, which further strengthens our position as a leader in the power sweeping industry.”

British Columbia is an exciting start for 1-800-SWEEPER to venture out of the US and into another country. We hope to attract more contractors as we look to expand into Canada. We are now 60 Partners strong with more announcements to come!

If you’re interested in finding out how to become a Partner, click this link: https://partners.1800sweeper.com/

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1-800-SWEEPER at Pave/X in San Antonio, 2024

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We had a great show at Pave/X in San Antonio Jan 30-Feb 1!  Many thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth and took the time to learn more about 1-800-SWEEPER. Productive conversations were had with future Partners and Vendor Partners, discussing the benefits of joining our organization.

Our 1-800-SWEEPER Partners in attendance also stopped by to re-connect with us while helping hand out 1-800-SWEEPER stocking hats and other promotional items.

Thanks to NAPSA for hosting another Sweepers’ Night Out, where 1-800-SWEEPER was once again a co-sponsor. This year a Bourbon & Tequila Tasting, a display of take-home local spice samples, as well as a cigar station were all part of the festivities.

Congratulations to our Partner, Dustin Moist, from Cantel Sweeping in Portland, OR for being named the 2024 Ironmarkets Sweeper of the Year. We congratulate Dustin and his team on this accomplishment!

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1-800-SWEEPER at NPE 2023

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Many thanks to everyone that visited our booth at NPE in Charlotte. Productive conversations were had with future Partners and Vendor Partners, discussing the benefits of joining our organization. Our 1-800-SWEEPER Partners also stopped by to re-connect with us while helping hand out 1-800-SWEEPER t-shirts and promotional items.

Thank you to NAPSA for hosting another successful Sweepers’ Night Out, where 1-800-SWEEPER was once again a co-sponsor. The 80’s Game Night theme was fun as well as the scavenger hunt.

Congratulations to our Partner, Cole Watts, from More Clean of Texas for being named the 2023 Pavement Maintenance Magazine’s Sweeper of the Year. More Clean of Texas has been providing exterior maintenance in Texas since 2004. We congratulate Cole and his team on this tremendous accomplishment!

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1-800-SWEEPER at NPE Charlotte

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1-800-SWEEPER was on display at NPE, February 23-25 in Charlotte. Though crowds were less than in previous years, it was a very successful show for the national brand.

Mike Lucht, President and Ben Steyer, Executive Director from 1-800-SWEEPER were facilitators of a roundtables during the NAPSA sponsored Best Practices for Sweepers session Thursday morning. The session was led by 1-800-SWEEPER Partner, Chris Dick. Their presentation focused on driving organizational excellence by developing a culture of leadership.

There was a lot going on in the 1-800-SWEEPER booth too! Attendees visiting the booth registered to win a $200 NAPA gift card; our winner was Michael Bocchino of Unlimited Contracting in Brick, NJ. On Thursday afternoon, complimentary beverages and snacks were served to those that visited the booth.  Two new Sweeper Man service videos were launched during the show as well. These videos were produced by one of the leading creative agencies in the world and are available for 1-800-SWEEPER Partners to use in their own digital marketing campaigns. On Thursday evening, 1-800-SWEEPER was, once again, a co-sponsor of NAPSA’s annual Sweeper’s Night Out event, which was held at Southbound restaurant in Downtown Charlotte.

1-800-SWEEPER continues to grow and evolve with new and exciting marketing tools and tactics that promote the brand and our partner companies. If you’re interested in learning more about the many benefits of becoming a partner, contact Ben Steyer at bsteyer@1800sweeper.com

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