8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
ADVISORY GROUP MEETINGS
By invitation only

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
STRATEGIC COUNCIL MEETINGS
By invitation only

9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
NETWORK2025 REGISTRATION OPEN

11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
ASA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING & LUNCHEON
ASA Board Members & Invited Guests

2 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
CONFERENCE KICK-OFF / GENERAL SESSION

Washington Lowdown
Speaker: Shannon Bream, Host of Fox News Sunday on Fox News, American Journalist and Attorney
Shannon has covered the ins and outs of DC for 15 years and has the inside track on what's happening from the White House to Capitol Hill. She's logged endless hours on political campaigns, landmark Supreme Court rulings and Washington scandals. If it's in the headlines, she can fill you in - and offer the scoop on things you've yet to hear about.

Shannon Bream is the anchor of FOX News Sunday and Chief Legal Correspondent for FNC. She joined FOX in 2007 as a Supreme Court correspondent. Bream also hosts Livin’ the Bream podcast and is a founding author for FOX News Books. Her debut book, The Women of the Bible Speak, was a 2021 bestseller, and its sequels, Mothers and Daughters of the Bible Speak (2022) and Love Stories of the Bible Speak (2023), also topped the New York Times bestseller list.

3:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
CONCURRENT SESSIONS

The New Cyberthreat Landscape: How your Business is impacted and How to Be Prepared
Speaker: Rachel Wilson, Managing Director & Head of Wealth Management Data Security & Infrastructure Risk for Morgan Stanley

In her riveting keynote, Rachel will describe the many current cybersecurity threats facing your organization and industry from nation states like North Korea and Iran, from cyber organized crime syndicates, and from individual hackers looking to make money or create mayhem. With advanced hacking tools now widely available, Rachel will show how cyber actors target companies, institutions and individuals in an opportunistic way and then work to monetize their access. Drawing from her experience at the NSA and in the financial sector, she will discuss what everyone can do to be prepared for and respond to the risks in the current cyber risk environment.

Rachel Wilson spent 15 years at the NSA, leading counterterrorism operations, addressing cybersecurity threats to the 2012 London Olympics, and heading cyber exploitation operations. As senior official for NSA’s hacking mission, she oversaw thousands of cyber operations. In 2017, she became the first Head of Cybersecurity for Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, using her expertise to protect the firm and its clients from cyber threats.
 

Navigating Change Panel Discussion: The Impact of the Second Trump Administration and the Republican Congress on Policy and Governance
Moderator: Steve Rossi, ASA Vice President of Advocacy

Confirmed Panelists: 
Hon. Rodney Davis, Head of Government Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce and former Member of Congress (2013-2023) 
Brian Wild, Chief Government Relations Officer, National Association of Wholesalers-Distributors (NAW) 

In this riveting panel discussion, join top Washington insiders as they discuss the Trump Administration’s bold agenda. Attendees will gain insights and analysis on the administration’s tax and economic strategy, geopolitical relations, and trade policy while highlighting Congressional legislation that contributes to these efforts. An opportunity not to be missed, this experience will provide attendees with valuable knowledge on the future of American governance and how business can navigate these changes to remain profitable and relevant.

5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
RECEPTIONS
By invitation only
Emerging Leaders, Women in Industry, AIM/R, PAC Fundraising Event

6 p.m. 7 p.m.
NETWORK2025 OPENING RECEPTION
Sponsored by Platinum Supplier Partners

7 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
ALL INDUSTRY BREAKFAST
Just Show Up: Enduring Values from Baseball’s Iron Man
Speaker: Cal Ripken Jr., Legendary "Iron Man" of Baseball

Cal Ripken Jr. is a baseball legend. But legends aren't born, they're made. In this talk, Ripken reflects on his life and career, offering lessons learned for the next generation and those to come. He shares the values he has lived by stories behind what it took to keep the streak alive, and what it meant to bring the World Series to Baltimore. Ripken's message is simple yet poignant, and essential wisdom to anyone trying to forge a successful life in times that are often chaotic. Blending insights from sports, business, and a life well-lived, Ripken outlines eight rules for the game of baseball and life, drawn from the lessons he has learned on and off the field.

One of the true legends of baseball, Cal Ripken, Jr. broke several professional records during his 21 seasons, but none is as sacred as his consecutive-games-played record. Shattering Lou Gehrig's streak of 2,131 games by more than 500, Ripken displayed perseverance, endurance, and an everyday work ethic that endeared him to fans, transformed him into a national icon, and some argue, even saved baseball at its darkest moment.

9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
CONCURRENT SESSIONS

The Future of Manufacturing: CEO Insights on Challenges and Opportunities in the PHCP & PVF Industry
Moderator: Scott Robertson, President of Robertson Heating Supply

Confirmed Panelists:  
Nik Bafana, SVP & Leader of LIXIL Americas
Bruce Carnevale, President & CEO of Bradford White
Joe Dillon, President, InSinkErator
Ashley Martin, President & CEO of NIBCO
Bob Pagano Jr., Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairperson of the Board of Watts Water Technologies
Invited Panelists: Norb Schmidt, President of Kohler Kitchen & Bath North America
Stephen Shafer, Chief Operator Officer of A. O. Smith
Todd Adams, Chairman and CEO of Zurn Elkay

Join leading CEOs from the plumbing, heating, cooling, pipe, valve, and fitting sectors as they share their perspectives on the future of manufacturing. This panel will explore the key challenges facing the industry, from technological advancements and supply chain disruptions to evolving regulatory pressures. Gain valuable insights into how these top executives are navigating the changing landscape and positioning their companies for long-term success in a rapidly transforming market.

ChatGPT, AI, and Beyond: Game-Changing Technologies That
Will Impact The PHCP & PVF Industry 
Speaker: Gene Marks, CPA, Forbes Technology Columnist

How will AI impact your business this year? In 5 years? Where should you be investing? What's reality and what's hype? You’ve read about ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, Google Gemini, and other AI tools that will be changing the way we work, both in the short and longer term. As a business leader you want to leverage this technology to increase both productivity and profits. So what should you know now? Where should you be investing?

During this fast-moving, informative and entertaining presentation, Forbes technology columnist and consultant Gene Marks, CEO of The Marks Group, will share his thoughts on the biggest technology and AI trends that will affect your industry in the near and long term and help you make the right investment decisions. 

Dare to Care in the Workplace
Speaker: Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Did you know that 70% of your employees are open to leaving and 66% of your staff do not feel respected? Imagine if you could retain even half of them. The workplace has changed forever. Working from home has become working from anywhere. Companies need to move forward and transition into this new era of remote work to grow and retain top talent. Is your company poised to falter or thrive in the hybrid environment?

In this session, Kathleen Quinn Votaw shares her signature plan for creating people-centric, relationship-based workplaces where employees replace the nine-to-five work mentality with purpose and personal fulfillment and create an employee experience people won’t walk away from. Learn what drives turnover and build a culture that makes people stay.

10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
2026 INDUSTRY ECONOMIC FORECAST
Dr. Chris Kuehl, Armada Corporation

Join ASA’s Chief Economist, Dr. Chris Kuehl of Armada Corporation, as he delves into the latest economic insights, trends, and analysis that are of vital interest to professionals across the PHCP & PVF supply chain. Gain valuable perspectives on the factors shaping the market and the economic forces driving key industry developments.    

12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
ASA ANNUAL MEETING & MEMBER LUNCHEON
Sponsored by Platinum Supplier Partners

2 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
GREAT IDEAS ROUNDTABLE SESSIONS
All NETWORK attendees are invited to participate in the highly anticipated Great Ideas Roundtable Sessions. Select the topic that resonates most with your business needs or strategic priorities and engage in dynamic discussions with industry peers. A list of table topics will be shared in advance, allowing you to prepare for these impactful, collaborative sessions.

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
AIM/R EDUCATIONAL FORUM FOR MANUFACTURERS’ REPRESENTATIVES

3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTOR & VENDOR CONFERENCE APPOINTMENTS
The Wholesaler-Distributor and Vendor Conference Appointments is a key event at NETWORK designed to enhance your opportunities for building strong partnerships and boosting your bottom line, extending beyond the scope of traditional buying group meetings. Vendors and wholesaler-distributors engage in face-to-face meetings through pre-scheduled appointments. Over the course of two hours, you'll have the chance to participate in ten 12-minute sessions, maximizing your time and business connections. The conference appointments are open to all registered wholesaler-distributors and participating vendors. Information on appointment scheduling will be sent in October.

5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
NETWORKING RECEPTION
Sponsored by Platinum Supplier Partners

7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
NETWORK CLOSING BREAKFAST
Sponsored by Platinum Supplier Partners

Conversation with Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA (Ret.).

Speaker: Gen. David Petraeus
Director, CIA (2011-2012); Commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces-Afghanistan (2010-2011); Partner, KKR
General Petraeus invites audiences to participate in a question-and-answer session where he addresses the significant global challenges facing countries and organizations today, including ongoing international security issues, macroeconomic trends, energy policy and the tasks of strategic leadership in the 21st century. Audiences are given unprecedented access to one of the most effective military leaders in recent U.S. history. This is bound to lead to an engaging, dynamic, and thought-provoking conversation.

General David Petraeus, US Army (Ret.), served over 37 years in the military, with six commands, five in combat, including leading the Surge in Iraq and US Central Command. He later became CIA Director, confirmed by the Senate with a 94-0 vote. Petraeus is now a Partner at KKR, Chairman of the KKR Global Institute, and serves on several corporate boards and as a strategic advisor. He’s also a venture capitalist, invested in 30+ startups, and the Kissinger Fellow at Yale University. He co-authored Conflict: The Evolution of Warfare from 1945 to Ukraine.

9:30 a.m.
CONFERENCE CLOSE