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Join BPI’s live webinars to explore the latest in building science, energy efficiency, healthy housing, and industry best practices. Hosted by experts and designed for professionals, our webinars offer practical insights, real-world examples, and continuing education opportunities.

Please note that a small registration fee applies to some webinars for participants who are not GoldStar Contractors or BPI Test Centers. Be sure to review each webinar description for details. All webinars qualify for 1.5 BPI CEUs.

Upcoming Webinars
October
27
 

When the Job Gets Tough: How to Handle Stress, Burnout, and Pressure Without Losing Your Edge

Tuesday, October 27, 2026
3:00 PM EST
BPI CEUs: 1.5
 
Every worker has difficult days tight deadlines, demanding customers, physical fatigue, personal stress, conflict on the crew, or the feeling... READ MORE Every worker has difficult days - tight deadlines, demanding customers, physical fatigue, personal stress, conflict on the crew, or the feeling that there is simply too much coming at once. This webinar addresses the realities of stress and burnout in a practical, respectful way, helping workers recognize the warning signs before stress starts affecting safety, judgment, attitude, attendance, and overall wellbeing.

Join us to learn realistic ways to manage pressure, reset after rough days, support one another more effectively, and stay steady and professional even when work feels especially demanding.

Learning Objectives:
  • Recognize common signs of workplace stress, overload, and burnout.
  • Identify how stress can impact focus, safety, communication, and job performance.
  • Apply practical strategies to manage challenging days and demanding work periods.
  • Build resilience while supporting coworkers and contributing to a healthier team environment.
About the Instructor:
Chris DeVany is the founder and president of Pinnacle Performance Improvement Worldwide, a firm which focuses on management and organization development. Pinnacle’s clients include government agencies from the United States, the Royal Government of Saudi Arabia, Canada, Cayman Islands, global organizations such as Visa International, Cadence Design Systems, Coca Cola, Sprint, Microsoft, Aviva Insurance, Schlumberger and over 500 other organizations in 22 countries. His book 90 Days to a High-Performance Team, published by McGraw Hill, is helping thousands of executives, managers and team leaders improve performance. Register
November
10
 

Mastering Follow-up

Tuesday, November 10, 2026
3:00 PM EST
BPI CEUs: 1.5
 
About 80% of sales close between the fifth and twelfth contact, yet many companies stop following up after just two attempts. This session gives... READ MORE About 80% of sales close between the fifth and twelfth contact, yet many companies stop following up after just two attempts. This session gives contractors a practical follow-up system designed to move each homeowner toward a clear answer: yes, no, or not now.

Participants will explore how to approach different types of leads, respond to objections that come up after the appointment, avoid common follow-up mistakes, and create more opportunities for repeat and referral business. You’ll leave with a clear action plan you can put to work right away in your own business.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Develop a follow-up plan that moves leads toward a clear answer and includes next steps after a sale, lost job, or delayed decision
  2. Differentiate between general and relational leads and select appropriate follow-up strategies and touch points for each
  3. Apply strategies for responding to common objections using tools
  4. Identify common follow-up mistakes and improve the process by using a CRM, involving the team, and creating opportunities for reviews, referrals, and repeat business
About the Instructor: 
Bill Kinnard is the President of Grandy and Associates. He has over 30 years of experience in Business Training, HVAC Sales, Service Management, Sales Management and Customer Service. He has worked with companies both large and small and has a unique ability to connect with people. He is an individual with a real passion for teaching contractors to better understand their businesses and help their employees become superior performers.
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November
18
 

Where Building Science Meets HVAC: Improving Whole-Home Performance

Wednesday, November 18, 2026
3:00 PM EST
BPI CEUs: 1.0
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WuyrzddYT7CXeCnck43_lA#/registration
 
An HVAC system is only one part of a home. Insulation, air leakage, windows, ducts, ventilation, moisture, solar exposure, and occupant behavior... READ MORE An HVAC system is only one part of a home. Insulation, air leakage, windows, ducts, ventilation, moisture, solar exposure, and occupant behavior can all affect how well heating and cooling equipment performs. When these conditions are overlooked, even properly installed equipment may struggle to provide expected comfort, efficiency, humidity control, and indoor air quality.

Designed for HVAC professionals who are new to building science, this webinar will introduce the house-as-a-system approach and explain how building conditions influence HVAC loads and performance. Using practical examples, participants will learn what to look for before recommending or replacing equipment, how improvements to the home can affect HVAC needs, and when coordination with a building performance professional may improve the outcome.

Learning Objectives:
  • Explain how the building enclosure and HVAC system work together.
  • Identify building conditions that affect HVAC sizing and performance.
  • Recognize how coordination between HVAC and building improvements can improve comfort, safety, and efficiency.
About the Instructor:
Brynn Cooksey Sr., aka the "Air Doctor," is a Detroit native, award-winning HVAC expert, and owner of Air Doctors Heating and Cooling and HVAC U. After 15 years in the utility gas and power industry, he took over his family’s business and rebranded it with his well-earned nickname.
Brynn studied HVACR and Energy Management at Henry Ford College and Ferris State University, later returning to teach at his alma mater. With over 10,000 professionals trained, he’s a respected educator, consultant, and technical contributor for top industry journals and webinars.
Recognized as one of ESCO Institute's Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Instructors (2024 & 2025), an IREC Certified Master Trainer (2025), and one of ACHR News' Top 40 Under 40 (2024), Brynn continues to shape the future of HVACR and building science.
 
November
24
 

It’s All About the BTUs: Understanding HVAC Load Calculations

Tuesday, November 24, 2026
3:00 PM EST
BPI CEUs: 1.5
 
Proper HVAC design starts with knowing how much heating and cooling a home actually needs. In this webinar, we ll break down the basics... READ MORE Proper HVAC design starts with knowing how much heating and cooling a home actually needs. In this webinar, we’ll break down the basics of HVAC load calculations and explain why proper sizing matters for comfort, energy efficiency, humidity control, and equipment life.

Attendees will explore how insulation, air leakage, weather conditions, and the building envelope all affect heating and cooling demand. This session will connect building science with real-world HVAC applications and show why “rule-of-thumb” sizing can lead to comfort problems and higher energy use.

Whether you’re evaluating an existing system, planning upgrades, or supporting electrification projects, this webinar will help you think beyond equipment size and focus on the home as a complete system.
 
Learning Objectives:
  • Explain how BTUs and heat transfer affect HVAC system sizing
  • Identify how insulation, air leakage, and the building envelope impact heating and cooling loads
  • Compare proper load calculations with common oversizing practices and their effects on comfort and efficiency
  • Apply building science concepts to HVAC and electrification decisions
About the Instructor:

Brynn Cooksey Sr., aka the "Air Doctor," is a Detroit native, award-winning HVAC expert, and owner of Air Doctors Heating and Cooling and HVAC U. After 15 years in the utility gas and power industry, he took over his family’s business and rebranded it with his well-earned nickname.
Brynn studied HVACR and Energy Management at Henry Ford College and Ferris State University, later returning to teach at his alma mater. With over 10,000 professionals trained, he’s a respected educator, consultant, and technical contributor for top industry journals and webinars.
Recognized as one of ESCO Institute's Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Instructors (2024 & 2025), an IREC Certified Master Trainer (2025), and one of ACHR News' Top 40 Under 40 (2024), Brynn continues to shape the future of HVACR and building science.
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