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Virtual Town Hall – The Road Ahead: PSAI’s Strategic Direction – August 7, 2025
2025-08-07 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | IN
Program Description
Join us for a virtual PSAI Town Hall where President Carl Arriola and Executive Director Veronica Crosier will share highlights from the Board of Directors’ recent strategic planning session. This is your opportunity to hear firsthand about PSAI’s evolving vision, key priorities, and the direction we’re taking as an association. You’ll also get a brief overview of PSAI’s mission, leadership structure, and the planning process that brought us here. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the PSAI community, this session will give you valuable insight into how we’re working to advance the portable sanitation industry—together.
PRESENTERS
Carl Arriola, President of the PSAI Board of Directors
Veronica Crosier, PSAI Executive Director
How to Register
This event is free to members and non-members of the PSAI!* To sign up, click the blue, “Register” button on this page. You will be redirected to the PSAI’s e-commerce platform, Novi. Make sure to return to this page when you’ve finished signing-up in Novi. Once completed, you will receive an email from info@psai.org with your purchase confirmation and an email from webinars@blueskyelearn.com with webinar information. *Yes, the program is free! The “$1.00 listed below is a quirk due to how pathlms.com integrates with Novi.*

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PSAI Virtual Training: Portable Sanitation and Work Sites – August 19
2025-08-19 10:00 - 17:00 | IN
Portable Sanitation & Work Sites
Program Description:
This 90-minute course is designed to assist portable sanitation operators and their teams in growing their skills and confidence in serving work site customers.
Learning Objectives:
You will learn:

How to differentiate needs and best practices for different types of work sites;
What you need to know regarding special types of work sites such as federal installations, schools, and big box stores;
Key considerations in determining the optimal number and types of portable units required for work sites;
How to identify both ideal and acceptable placement configuration options at various work sites;
Specific behaviors you should employ and those to avoid when placing, servicing, and picking up at work sites.

Continuing education:

1.5 Continuing Education Hours (CEH’s)
PSAI Certificate of Completion automatically available for download in your Learning Center Profile after the program concludes.

The PSAI has also applied for continuing education credits from the following state portable sanitation regulators:

Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board – pending approval
Georgia Department of Public Health – pending approval
Illinois Department of Public Health – pending approval
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, & Energy – pending approval
Ohio Department of Health – pending approval
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – pending approval

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PSAI Virtual Training: Portable Sanitation and Work Sites – August 22
2025-08-22 13:00 - 17:00 | IN

PSAI Virtual Training: Portable Sanitation & Preparing for Extremes: Cold Weather – September 16, 2025
2025-09-16 10:00 - 11:30 | IN
Program Description:
This 90-minute course focuses on preparing to deal effectively with the things nature can throw at your business. With colder temps around the corner for many, this course will give extra attention to preparing for winter conditions.
Learning Objectives:
You will learn:

Key considerations and optimal tactics for placing and servicing units subject to cold temperatures (32°F/0°C or below)
Considerations and best practices for placing and servicing units subject to hot temperatures (85°F/29°C or above)
How to identify acceptable tactics for securing units in windy conditions
Planning, risk management and responses for disasters in your service area

Continuing education:

1.5 Continuing Education Hours (CEH’s)
PSAI Certificate of Completion automatically available for download in your Learning Center Profile after the program concludes.

The PSAI has also applied for continuing education credits from the following state portable sanitation regulators:

Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board – pending approval
Georgia Department of Public Health – pending approval
Illinois Department of Public Health – pending approval
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, & Energy – pending approval
Ohio Department of Health – pending approval
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – pending approval

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PSAI Virtual Training: Portable Sanitation & Preparing for Extremes: Cold Weather – September 19, 2025
2025-09-19 13:00 - 14:30 | IN

PSAI Annual Convention and Trade Show
2025-11-04 08:00 - 2025-11-06 15:30 | Ocean Center Convention Center, 101 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL, 32118, United States
Join 700+ professionals at the world’s largest trade show exclusively for the portable sanitation industry!
The PSAI Annual Convention & Trade Show allows attendees to connect with the most experienced suppliers and operators in the business during this multi-day event that draws hundreds of attendees each year.
At the PSAI Annual Convention & Trade Show, you can expect to:

Walk our robust tradeshow floor to see exhibitors that include manufacturers, suppliers, software providers and more.
Participate in a variety of educational opportunities including our HOLLway Sessions (Hands-On-Learning) and our Basic Service Technician Training.
Hear from industry experts and join the discussion at our many roundtable and speaker sessions.

We look forward to seeing you along with 700+ other industry professionals at our next show!
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Michigan Onsite Wastewater Conference
2026-01-06 08:00 - 2026-01-07 16:00 | Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, 219 S. Harrison Road, East Lansing, MI, 48824, United States
Registration Deadline: January 1, 2026 – 11:59PM

Contact: ANR Event Services, events@anr.msu.edu
The Michigan Onsite Wastewater Conference is a two-day educational conference for the industry including septic tank service providers/pumpers, portable toilet service companies, local public health, engineers, consultants, installation contractors and other interested parties. Learn the latest in onsite wastewater industry trends, regulatory changes, wastewater management options and the latest technologies. Organized as a joint venture by the Michigan Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association (MOWRA), the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), the Michigan Environmental Health Association (MEHA) and Michigan State University (MSU), this two-day conference is designed to educate those involved in the onsite wastewater field.
Attendees have the ability to earn CSE credit hours (Pending Approval by EGLE) by attending the conference.
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EUROTOI 2026
2026-01-15 10:00 - 2026-01-16 17:30 | ring°boulevard am Nürburgring, Nürburgring Boulevard 1, Nürburgring, 53520, Germany
After welcoming over 700 professional visitors at our last event, we’re excited to continue what works: bringing together the right people from across the industry. You’ll meet decision-makers from toilet, tent and construction rental companies, municipalities, private and public organizations, and the event sector – all looking for mobile sanitation systems, specialized trailers, and fleet management solutions. It’s about real conversations and genuine connections that lead to business.
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Septic-Con
2026-01-23 07:00 - 2026-01-24 16:00 | Greater Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
SEPTIC-CON typically brings together about 65 exhibitors and around 750 attendees representing businesses that range from equipment through services. Over 45 classes are offered on topics ranging from general on-site education to the installation and operation and maintenance of onsite sewage systems, to classes for pumpers and industry-related business.
Attendee Registration

OASIS Annual Conference & Trade Show
2026-01-29 12:00 - 2026-01-31 16:30 | Casino Rama Resort, 5899 Rama Rd, Orillia, Ontario, L3V 6H6, Canada
Get ready for Ontario’s largest hauled sewage, septic, and portable toilet event of the year!
Join us at Casino Rama Resort for our 2026 Conference and Trade Show—a must-attend event for those involved in the on-site wastewater and portable sanitation industries. This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and grow your business in a dynamic and engaging environment. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversations—and the deals—that shape our industry.
To learn more and to register visit: https://oasisontario.on.ca/annual-oasis-conference-trade-show/

2026 MSTA Annual Conference
2026-02-10 11:00 - 2026-02-12 19:00 | Soaring Eagle Resort, 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, Mt Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Exhibitors and Sponsors Only: Register Now
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PSAI Webinar – Business Partners, Life Partners: Working With Your Spouse
2026-02-12 14:00 - 15:00 | IN
Program Description:
To be held live February 12, 2026, from 2:00 – 3:00 PM CST. An on-demand recording will also be available.
Running a business with your spouse means sharing wins, stress, and tough decisions—sometimes all in the same day. This candid conversation explores what it really takes to work side by side while protecting both your company and your relationship. Panelists will share lessons learned, common pitfalls, and practical strategies for clear roles, healthy boundaries, and long-term success. Whether you’re already working together or considering it, this session offers honest insight you won’t get from a textbook.
Learning Objectives:

Learn how to disagree productively
Understand how business seasons affect marriage seasons
Recognize when outside advisors or boundaries are necessary
Define clear roles and responsibilities
Evaluate whether working with a spouse is the right fit

Program Presenters:
Grant and Erin Stahla are the dynamic duo behind the innovative company, Stahla Services, that’s transforming the way we think about portable restroom and shower trailers. With an eye for quality and a commitment to excellence, the Stahla’s have made it their mission to ensure that the facilities they provide are not just functional, but are delivered with a high-level customer experience.
Grant and Erin’s passion extends beyond just providing top-notch facilities; they love the idea of enhancing your event, commercial remodel, or emergency response situation with restrooms that can elevate the overall experience for everyone involved. Their collaboration with professionals across various industries underscores their commitment to making each project successful.
Alongside their entrepreneurial endeavors, Grant and Erin enjoy skiing, mountain biking, and exploring new places. Their interests also include a shared love for coffee and ice cream. Deeply committed to cultivating a life full of purpose, growing their relationship, and spending time with family, the Stahla’s enjoy weaving business and personal experiences together!
Becky Peltzer is Co-Owner and President of Waste Solutions of Iowa, a full-service sanitation and site services company serving central Iowa. Since entering the portable sanitation industry in 2018, Becky has focused on building a values-driven organization grounded in professionalism, accountability, and dependable service.
As an owner and leader, Becky is deeply committed to developing people, creating clarity through strong systems, and building long-term customer relationships. She brings a steady, thoughtful leadership style and is passionate about helping teams and businesses grow with integrity. Becky is actively involved in industry and entrepreneur organizations and values collaboration, peer learning, and elevating the portable sanitation profession.
Tim Peltzer is Co-Owner of Waste Solutions of Iowa and plays a key role in business development, strategic partnerships, and long-term growth. He excels in building strong relationships, navigating larger business opportunities, and identifying pathways that support sustainable expansion.
Tim brings a big-picture mindset to the business, with a focus on trust, alignment, and mutually beneficial partnerships. His ability to connect with customers, partners, and industry peers helps position the company for continued growth while staying true to its core values.
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WWETT 2026
2026-02-16 09:00 - 2026-02-19 13:00 | Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, 46225, United States
The WWETT Show – Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport Show – is the world’s largest annual trade show for wastewater and environmental service professionals. The event offers an unmatched educational program, a full slate of live demos, an array of networking opportunities, and an extensive expo floor where buyers and sellers come together to see and experience the latest product innovations and technology.
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PSAI EDGE Summit
2026-03-03 08:00 - 2026-03-05 22:00 | Paradisus Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, 5 Av. Nte., Luis Donaldo Colosio, Playa del Carmen, 77728, Mexico
Join the PSAI to take advantage of some of the best education and networking opportunities the portable sanitation industry has to offer!
Formerly known as the Nuts & Bolts Educational Conference, the EDGE Summit brings together more than 250 portable restroom operators (PROs) and suppliers from around the world. With industry experts, interactive panels, and roundtables, the EDGE Summit delivers real-world insights and meaningful connections. Unlike the hustle of and scale of our annual trade show, our tabletop exhibits allow for more relationship-driven conversations with key industry suppliers.
Take advantage of bonus Training Day offerings the day before the event to earn additional certification or sharpen your skills. Don’t miss the always vibrant welcome reception, and enjoy the option to sit in on PSAI Committee and Board meetings to see leadership in action.

Book Your Hotel Stay Now!

PSAI Virtual Training – Portable Sanitation & Preparing for Extremes – Heat & Warm Weather – May 6, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT
2026-05-06 10:00 - 11:30 | IN
Program Description:
This 90-minute course, to be held Wednesday, May 6th, from 10:00 – 11:30 AM CDT, is designed to assist portable sanitation operators and their teams in dealing with extreme heat and other natural disasters (such as wildfires and drought). **Please note there is no “Handout #1” for this training – that handout covers cold-related concerns covered in our fall Extremes Course.**
Learning Objectives:
You will learn:

The key considerations and optimal tactics for placing and servicing units subject to hot temperatures (85 degrees F / 29 degrees C or above).
To identify acceptable tactics for securing units in windy conditions.
To create (or assist in the creation of) a hazard preparedness plan for their company.
The unique issues and considerations in providing portable sanitation during or after a natural disaster

Continuing education:

1.5 Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
PSAI Certificate of Completion automatically available for download in your Learning Center Profile after the program concludes.

The PSAI has also applied for continuing education credits from the following state portable sanitation regulators:

Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board – pending approval
Georgia Department of Public Health – pending approval
Illinois Department of Public Health – pending approval
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, & Energy – pending approval
Ohio Department of Health – pending approval
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – pending approval

REGISTER HERE

PSAI Virtual Training – Portable Sanitation & Preparing for Extremes – Heat & Warm Weather – May 6, 2026, 2:00 PM CDT
2026-05-06 14:00 - 15:30 | IN
Program Description:
This 90-minute course, to be held Wednesday, May 6th, from 2:00 – 3:30 PM CDT, is designed to assist portable sanitation operators and their teams in dealing with extreme heat and other natural disasters (such as wildfires and drought). **Please note there is no “Handout #1” for this training – that handout covers cold-related concerns covered in our fall Extremes Course.**
Learning Objectives:
You will learn:

The key considerations and optimal tactics for placing and servicing units subject to hot temperatures (85 degrees F / 29 degrees C or above).
To identify acceptable tactics for securing units in windy conditions.
To create (or assist in the creation of) a hazard preparedness plan for their company.
The unique issues and considerations in providing portable sanitation during or after a natural disaster

Continuing education:

1.5 Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
PSAI Certificate of Completion automatically available for download in your Learning Center Profile after the program concludes.

The PSAI has also applied for continuing education credits from the following state portable sanitation regulators:

Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board – pending approval
Georgia Department of Public Health – pending approval
Illinois Department of Public Health – pending approval
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, & Energy – pending approval
Ohio Department of Health – pending approval
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – pending approval

REGISTER HERE

Virtual Roundtable – Office Hours – May 7, 2026, 12:00 PM CDT
2026-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | IN
Program Description:
To be held live May 7, 2026 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM CDT. An on-demand recording will also be available.
Join a panel of subject matter experts from the PSAI Training Committee to ask questions, share ideas, and talk shop. This 60-minute members-only interactive* session offers an opportunity for you to connect with other professionals in the portable sanitation field, whether you’re new to the field, have been struggling with a particular aspect of the job, or you just want to hear perspectives from other parts of your state, country, or the world.
We encourage you to submit your questions ahead of time by emailing them to Certifications@PSAI.org.
Not a PSAI member? Join Today at www.PSAI.org.
*Disclosures:
Especially if we receive a large number of registrations, PSAI staff may have to limit each attendee’s questions / comments in order to give everyone a chance to engage with the group.
The PSAI cannot guarantee that we will have time to answer every question in-session, but we are happy to provide any information we can after the fact – just send us an email at Certifications@PSAI.org.
This session may be recorded and reposted on-demand in our online learning center. Your registration serves as consent for the PSAI to share your name and likeness in the posting and marketing of this program.
Please take a moment to review the PSAI’s Antitrust Policy:
It is the policy of the PSAI, and it is the responsibility of every PSAI member company, to comply in all respects with federal and state antitrust laws. No activity or discussion at this – or any – PSAI meeting or function is allowed that would appear to create any understanding or agreement among members to:

raise, lower, or stabilize prices
regulate sales or production
allocate markets
encourage boycotts
foster unfair trade practices
assist monopolization, or
in any way violate federal or state antitrust laws.

If any of these topics are raised, this meeting will end immediately.

Any questions regarding the meaning or applicability of this policy, as well as any concerns regarding activities or discussions at PSAI meetings, should be promptly brought to the attention of the Executive Director, Board President or General Counsel.
Continuing Education:
Attendees will automatically receive a printable electronic certificate for 1.0 Professional Development Hours from the PSAI for completion of this program. The PSAI will also apply for Continuing Education Credits from the following state regulators (approval pending, not guaranteed):

Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board
Georgia Department of Health
Illinois Department of Public Health
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
Ohio Department of Health
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

How to Register
This event is free to members.* To sign up, click the blue, “Register” button on this page. You will be redirected to the PSAI’s e-commerce platform, Novi. Make sure to return to this page when you’ve finished signing-up in Novi. Once completed, you will receive an email from info@psai.org with your purchase confirmation and an email from webinars@blueskyelearn.com with webinar information. *Yes, the program is free! The “$1.00 listed below is a quirk due to how pathlms.com integrates with Novi.*

Register HERE

The Waste Leadership Summit
2026-06-08 12:00 - 2026-06-10 20:00 | Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20009, United States
Join the First-Ever Premium Event for Waste Industry Leaders

The Waste Leadership Summit is the premier event for executives, decision-makers, and industry leaders shaping the future of waste management. With a focus on fostering connections and sharing actionable knowledge, the summit provides unmatched opportunities to connect with C-suite professionals and explore the trends transforming the industry.

Engage with Industry Leaders

Gain insights from top experts and thought leaders shaping the future of waste management. Hear from speakers, panelists, and innovators who are driving impactful change.
Discover the Latest Insights

Explore the latest technologies, strategies, and best practices with conference tracks centered around leadership, innovation, and safety. Plus, join the renown Waste360/Stifel Investor Summit.

Build Strategic Connections

Build your network with the waste industry’s top leaders, from executives of small and medium service companies to municipal decision-makers, private sector innovators, investors, and regional operators.

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