GAWDA Young Professionals

The GAWDA Young Professionals Committee met this weekend at the GAWDA Annual Convention in sunny Phoenix, Arizona. Gary Halter spent some time with the committee to follow up on some key takeaways from the last YP Event at the Spring Management Conference in San Antonio. The discussion was flowing and good questions were asked. Nobody accomplished anything great by sticking to their comfort zone, so ask yourself: how are you challenging yourself to continue evolving? How are you getting comfortable with being uncomfortable? #GAWDAAC2024 #GAWDAYP #AnnualConvention #growth

We will see you all this week at the GAWDA Annual! GAWDA YP is excited for the Pickleball Event on Sunday! If you are interested in joining the GAWDA Young Professionals, seek out anyone with a YP Ribbon on their badge. p.s. don't forget your sunscreen #gawdaannual #gawdayp #pickleball #dryheat

Leadership isn’t something we’re born with – it’s built through actions. Check out these 8 essential steps to becoming the leader people want to follow: Take initiative, listen with empathy, build trust, show respect, be proactive, give honest feedback, empower others, and most importantly, behave like the leader you’d follow. #Leadership #Growth #Teamwork #Empathy #Empowerment

?? How important is sustainability to you and your company? We want to know! As we explore ways to incorporate sustainability education into our industry, your feedback is key. Tell us how interested you are in learning more about sustainable practices and their impacts. ?? Take this quick poll and help shape future educational opportunities: ?? #Sustainability #YoungProfessionals #GreenFuture #CareerDevelopment

Independent gas distributors supply a wide variety of gases that are essential across many industries. Below is a general overview of the most common gases and their applications: 1. Liquid Nitrogen (LIN) Applications: Used in food preservation, medical cryopreservation, and creating inert environments in chemical processing. Properties: Inert, colorless, odorless, and extremely cold (-196°C). 2. Liquid Oxygen (LOX) Applications: Critical in industries like healthcare, steel manufacturing, metal cutting, and chemical production. Properties: Colorless and highly reactive with combustible materials, often used as an oxidizer in rocket propulsion. 3. Liquid Argon (LAR) Applications: Primarily used in welding (as an inert gas shield) and semiconductor manufacturing, as well as in protective atmospheres for metal processing. Properties: Inert, colorless, odorless gas, ideal for preventing oxidation. 4. Carbon Dioxide (CO?) Applications: Beverage carbonation, food processing, industrial cleaning, welding (shielding gas), and agricultural enhancement for plant growth. Properties: Colorless, odorless, and non-flammable. 5. Liquid Hydrogen (LH?) Applications: Key to the clean energy transition, used in hydrogen fuel cells, aerospace, and ammonia production. Properties: Extremely light, colorless, and highly flammable, produces water vapor when combusted. 6. Acetylene (C?H?) Applications: Used in oxy-acetylene welding and cutting, and in chemical synthesis for plastics and other materials. Properties: Colorless, highly flammable, with one of the highest flame temperatures of any fuel gas. 7. Helium (He) Applications: Used in medical equipment (MRI machines), welding (shielding gas), and cryogenics. Properties: Inert, colorless, and odorless, with the lowest boiling point of any element. 8. Nitrous Oxide (N?O) Applications: Known for its use as an anesthetic in healthcare, it’s also used in food processing and automotive performance enhancements. Properties: Colorless with a slightly sweet smell, supports combustion. 9. Propane (C?H?) Applications: Widely used as fuel for heating, power generation, and in metalworking for cutting and brazing. Properties: Colorless, flammable gas, often stored and transported as a liquid. 10. Specialty Gases Applications: Used in specialized industries like electronics, healthcare, and laboratories, often as calibration gases or in chemical analysis. Examples: Calibration gases, medical gases (oxygen, nitrous oxide), and custom gas mixtures for industry-specific needs. These gases are vital across sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, food & beverage, welding, and clean energy. Many of these gases are stored in their liquid forms and require specialized handling equipment—like cryogenic pumps and vaporizers—to safely transfer them into their gaseous states for use in various applications. #GAWDA #IndustrialGases #CleanEnergy #Welding #GasDistribution #HydrogenEconomy #Manufacturing #Healthcare

?? Let's talk organization!! What works for you? ? This was the topic of the September GAWDA Peer-to-Peer Mentorship virtual event, hosted by the GAWDA Young Professionals. ?? Each breakout group came up with some brilliant ways to improve the way your structure your day. Here are the highlights: ?? - Plan out your day, either first thing in the morning or at the end of the previous day. ?? Think... What is urgent? What needs your time today? What time of the day do you work on certain projects the best? What could wait? - Add personal meetings on your calendar marked as "Busy" to dedicate time to projects or emails. ?? - Color code your calendar or emails based on subject, stage of completion, whatever makes sense to you. ?? ?? ?? ?? - Have a method to take notes with you at all times of the day. (your phone notes, ?? texts, ?? pen and paper, one note, etc) ? Join us for the next GAWDA P2P Mentorship Virtual Event with the GAWDA YPs, open to all GAWDA Members!! ? Next meeting will announced at the AC!! #GAWDA #GAWDAYP #youngprofessionals #organize

?? 2024 GAWDA Annual Convention Preparation: Plan Ahead for Success! ?? As both a supplier and distributor, preparing for a trade show goes beyond just setting up your booth and materials. One of the most impactful steps you can take is to plan your dinners and meetups in advance. ???Now is the time to reach out, as schedules start to book up. Networking is key, and what better way to build relationships than over a meal? By scheduling dinners and meetups ahead of time, you ensure quality time with key contacts—whether it's potential clients, partners, or industry peers. ????? Trade shows are busy and fast-paced. A little planning can go a long way in maximizing your time and creating meaningful connections. ? Don't know where to start, who to contact or what the industry agenda has planned, look on the GAWDA Annual Convention Registration Page. Login with your registration confirmation number, and you will find an attendee list to determine your target list of key contacts. In addition, you will find the week's agenda to plan accordingly. https://lnkd.in/eKz68GZ7 Happy Planning! #GAWDAAC2024 #Phoenix #YoungProfessional #TradeShowTips #Networking #EventPrep #SuccessInPlanning

GAWDA NEWS ALERT: ?FTC’s non-compete ban will not go into effect on September 4, 2024 as scheduled. "The rule would have banned enforcement of existing non-compete agreements in effect on the effective date of the rule for all workers except senior executives, defined as a worker who makes at least $151,164 per year and is in a policy making position." If you want to learn more check out GAWDA's full article here: https://lnkd.in/gzkD839t

The?GAWDA Young Professionals Committee?is happy to announce the next session of our?GAWDA Peer-to-Peer Networking Program. Join us Thursday, September 5th at 11:00AM EST to network with other industry professionals! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gbZR9uyv

Have thought about joining the GAWDA Young Professionals Committee? As a YP member, you'll have the chance to: - Network with peers from top distributors and manufacturers in the gas and welding industry - Attend and help plan YP events at the GAWDA SMC, AC and regional events - Participate in mentorship programs to learn from experienced industry veterans - Take on leadership roles within the YP group and GAWDA organization - Gain valuable industry knowledge through educational sessions and seminars - Personal and professional development opportunities for the next generation of leaders in the industrial gas and welding supply industry. #GAWDAYP #NextGenLeaders #GAWDA