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SAN FRANCISCO - After 12 years, Contractors 2000 has changed its name to Nexstar(TM). But that is not the only change in store for this independent contractor organization representing over 300 HVAC, plumbing, and electrical companies. At its 23rd Super Meeting, Nexstar officially introduced its new name and provided attendees with a look at the changes in the organization and new goals designed to help contractors take their businesses to the next level.
According to Greg Niemi, president and COO of Nexstar, the 2004 event was the organization's largest Super Meeting ever. Over 340 individuals from member companies registered to take part in a variety of training sessions.
So what does the name Nexstar mean? According to Niemi, the concept is simple.
"We wanted a name that was forward-thinking and symbolized taking things to the next level," he said.
The name is a combination of the words "next" and "star." The word next conveys the sense of looking toward the next level of success, while the word star represents the contractors in the organization, who are striving to be the best they can be.
But although the name has changed, Niemi assured members that "we will continue to be the most progressive and aggressive organization for independent contractors."
Niemi also suggested that the changes taking place within Nexstar should motivate contractors to make changes within their own companies.
Change was a constant theme throughout the Super Meeting. Nexstar welcomed two keynote speakers to motivate attendees about moving forward and accepting change as a positive force.
Alan Parisse, a professional speaker and former senior executive with Oppenheimer investment firm, opened the event, while motivational speaker John Alston closed the event.
Parisse summed up the changes in Nexstar and the message of the Super Meeting this way: "You cannot create a revolution with your feet in the past."
New Training, New Opportunities
During the three-day event, members participated in...