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Interplay Learning and BGSF help multifamily maintenance companies solve skilled trades labor shortage

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Interplay Learning, the leading provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, and BGSF, a nationwide leader in strategic workforce solutions, announce a partnership to deliver skilled trades training and job placement opportunities in multifamily property management.

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The partnership empowers property maintenance companies to address critical skilled trades labor shortages and equips workers to advance their careers and improve their earning potential.
Interplay Learning's expert-led multifamily maintenance training courses offer hands-on 3D simulations that help technicians rapidly develop and retain on-the-job skills in a risk-free environment.
"Working with BGSF, we're able to create a powerful, streamlined connection between employers and the skilled trades candidates who can help them meet the challenges of today's labor market," said Krista Washbourne, Interplay Learning's multifamily expert.
Interplay Learning is a global provider of scalable, highly effective hands-on digital learning simulations for the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, solar and facilities maintenance industries.

Interplay Learning continues building industry-leading training team

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Interplay Learning, the leading provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, announces the addition of two leading residential and commercial services authorities to its roster of training experts.

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"Ken and Dan share the vision that drives Interplay Learning to continue innovating," said Doug Donovan, founder and CEO of Interplay Learning.
"Interplay Learning offers an unprecedented opportunity to elevate the quality of training in the plumbing industry," Midgett said.
Interplay Learning, a global provider of scalable, highly effective hands-on digital learning simulations for the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, solar and facilities maintenance industries, is building better training, better careers and better lives for its customers and their employees.
Since 2016, Austin-based Interplay Learning has been building better training, better careers and better lives for its customers and their employees.

Apex Service Partners Announces Partnership with Wounded Warrior Project to Serve Nation's Bravest

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

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TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Service Partners, an industry leading group of residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services businesses in over 30 states, has announced a partnership with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Apex's nationwide network of brands will together give back to America's injured service members and their families in a variety of ways, including donated funds, career training and job opportunities, HVAC system giveaways for local veterans, regional fundraising events, volunteer work, and more.

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Apex Service Partners and its quality brands across the nation will work alongside Wounded Warrior Project to honor and empower America's injured veterans.
TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Service Partners, an industry leading group of residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services businesses in over 30 states, has announced a partnership with Wounded Warrior Project (WWP).
"Apex is passionate about giving back to the communities we serve, so teaming up with Wounded Warrior Project and the life-changing programs they provide for wounded veterans was a no-brainer," said AJ Brown, CEO of Apex.
"Many of our brands have a deeply personal connection to armed services or know someone directly impacted by Wounded Warrior Project.

Interplay Learning Expands Commercial HVAC Course Catalog With Hands-On Training Designed to Develop a Highly Competitive Workforce

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

This newly expanded catalog also includes scenarios for Centrifugal Pump Repair, Packaged Refrigeration Unit Troubleshooting and Walk-In Freezer Troubleshooting as well as safety courses like Ladder and Fall Safety, Fire Prevention and Safety, and more -- providing a one-stop-shop for technicians to retain the critical knowledge necessary to do their job correctly, and safely.

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Interplay's expert-led commercial HVAC courses and hands-on 3D simulations help technicians rapidly develop and retain on-the-job skills by providing unlimited practice in a risk-free environment.
Interplay's revolutionary learning approach equips apprentices and technicians with the knowledge they need to problem-solve efficiently, leading to better and faster service calls.
"Interplay's on-demand, simulation-based training is significantly more engaging and effective than traditional classroom training," said Dan Clapper, HVAC Market Director at Interplay Learning.
Since 2016, Austin-based Interplay Learning has been building better training, better careers and better lives for its customers and their employees.

Interplay Learning Announces the Release of New Online Workplace Safety Training

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

To help businesses keep their employees safe, Interplay Learning is releasing new workplace safety training for the essential skilled trades.

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To help businesses keep their employees safe, Interplay Learning is releasing new workplace safety training for the essential skilled trades.
Interplay's Safety catalog will include more than 30 hours of workplace safety training featuring short, entertaining videos that can be accessed on demand from a phone, tablet, or desktop computer.
With these new offerings, Interplay now offers one-stop-shopping for both safety training and award-winning, hands-on skilled trades training .
"Interplay gives companies the best of both worlds by offering safety and technical training in one affordable online training solution," said Doug Donovan, CEO of Interplay Learning.

Interplay Learning ranks no. 680 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 annual list

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. revealed that Interplay Learning, the leading global provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, is no. 680 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

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680 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
"Interplay Learning's placement on the Inc. 5000 reflects the urgency of our mission to help build the skilled trades workforce.
For our team, this is an important reminder that delivering a world-class hands-on digital learning experience for the industries we serve is more critical than ever in 2022."
Since 2016, Austin-based Interplay Learning has been building better training, better careers and better lives for its customers and their employees.

RYNO Strategic Solutions and Just Share Media Announce New Strategic Partnership

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

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PHOENIX, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RYNO Strategic Solutions, the leading digital marketing agency for the home services industry, announces a new partnership with Just Share Media.

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PHOENIX, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RYNO Strategic Solutions, the leading digital marketing agency for the home services industry, announces a new partnership with Just Share Media.
RYNO Strategic Solutions and Just Share Media are both passionate about helping roofing contractors grow and get to the next level.
With the partnership, RYNO can recommend an incredible, yet affordable video production platform from a trusted organization.
"The team at Just Share Media is well known and well respected in the roofing industry.

Interplay Learning's 3D and Virtual Reality Simulations to Enhance United Air Temp's World-Class Tech Training Academy

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Interplay Learning, the leading global provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, announced today that United Air Temp (UAT) recently introduced its on-demand simulation and VR training courses in its training academy. UAT exclusively hires individuals with no experience and then trains them from the ground-up at its academy using a proven and streamlined process. The entire journey across a UAT tech's career path is significant and each step includes structured training programs, certifications, tradesman state licensing, and leadership development. Interplay's strong instructional design and technology for accelerated learning will enhance and accelerate UAT's training process.

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AUSTIN, Texas, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Interplay Learning , the leading global provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, announced today that United Air Temp (UAT) recently introduced its on-demand simulation and VR training courses in its training academy.
Interplay's strong instructional design and technology for accelerated learning will enhance and accelerate UAT's training process.
The addition of Interplay Learning's course catalog elevates UAT's online curriculum with 3D simulations and virtual reality-based learning to ensure that the company has leading-edge and standardized training at all locations.
United Air Temp (UAT) is a leading provider of residential heating, air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, and electrical services.

Interplay Learning Expands Electrical Course Catalog with Safe and Affordable Hands-On Training for Electricians Including Field-Like 3D and VR Simulations

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Monday, June 27, 2022

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AUSTIN, Texas, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Interplay Learning, the leading global provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, announced today the availability of its upgraded electrical catalog enabling business owners and service managers to quickly train apprentices and upskill electricians. Interplay's new expert-led electrical courses with hands-on simulations allow safe, unlimited practice in a variety of field scenarios to accelerate skill development and time-to-truck. Eight courses have already been added to the electrical catalog with 10 more courses coming throughout this year.

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Interplay's new expert-led electrical courses with hands-on simulations allow safe, unlimited practice in a variety of field scenarios to accelerate skill development and time-to-truck.
Eight courses have already been added to the electrical catalog with 10 more courses coming throughout this year.
New courses include foundational electrical concepts for universal basics of electrical work and safety, intro courses for understanding and using the National Electric Code (NEC), and fieldwork courses including hands-on 3D and VR simulations with real-world scenarios.
Since 2016, Austin-based Interplay Learning has been building better training, better careers and better lives for its customers and their employees.

Patton Plumbing Heating and AC Reduces Time-to-Truck by 50 Percent with Interplay Learning's Digital Tech Training Featuring 3D and Virtual Reality Simulations

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Interplay Learning, the leading global provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, announced today that Patton Plumbing Heating and AC has accelerated the time it takes to get new techs handling service calls by implementing Interplay Learning's unique, highly-effective online 3D and virtual reality simulations for HVAC and plumbing. The Arlington, Tennessee-based company that was founded in 2005, implemented Interplay Learning in their training lab three years ago. The goal was to recruit and train new hires to be the best technicians possible and Interplay allowed owner, Shawn Patton, to more quickly train while standardizing learning content.

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The Arlington, Tennessee-based company that was founded in 2005, implemented Interplay Learning in their training lab three years ago.
"Interplay Learning has been a huge asset for Patton Plumbing because it has allowed us to automate and modernize technician training for the best learning process flow possible," said Patton.
Most are younger, digital natives who love the virtual reality and gamification aspects Interplay offers.
Its digital learning platform, SkillMill, conveniently turns any space into a training lab with its short video courses, 3D simulations, knowledge checks, coaching, and connectivity.