Strengthening and Supporting Canadian Contractors at CMPX 2026
Nexstar Network returns to CMPX 2026, March 25–27 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, exhibiting at Booth #238. In addition, three of the member-owned organization’s recognized leaders will facilitate timely educational sessions related to the intentionality around leadership discipline, nurturing customer relationships, and delivering exceptional service despite economic challenges.
Serving independent plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical home services contractors, Nexstar continues to invest in growing its Canadian membership and the communities they serve, explained Carrie Fraser, Nexstar Network’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “We’re excited to return to CMPX, as the show provides an invaluable opportunity to connect directly with industry leaders across Canada who are committed to strengthening their businesses, teams, and customer experience.”
“Our Canadian members play a vital role in serving their communities, and we’re honored to support their legacy and their growth,” she added. “We can’t wait to see our members at booth #238! And, for contractors who are curious about Nexstar, we would love to start a conversation.”
Visit Nexstar’s CMPX booth #238. Meet our members, connect with our team, and register for fun prizes!
An overview of the three Nexstar-related presentations include:
“Success in the Trades is Simple, Which Makes it Difficult”
Presented by Thad David, Nexstar Master Trainer
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM in Room 714B
In this session, David will explore why discipline — not complexity — drives long-term success. “Discipline wins — in combat and in business,” said David, Nexstar Master Trainer and U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. “Success, whether on the battlefield or in the trades, comes down to process, precision, and discipline. Simplicity is powerful, but only when it’s applied consistently.”
The presentation will examine how top-performing contractors create stability in an unpredictable market by committing to proven processes, resisting distractions, and reinforcing behaviors that compound into measurable results.
Thad David, Nexstar Master Trainer
“Why Service Always Wins: Thriving in a Down Market”
Connor Williams, President, Ashton Plumbing, Heating and Air, and Nexstar Member
Thursday, March 26, 11:30 AM – Noon in Room 711
Williams will share how a disciplined focus on service excellence can position contractors to succeed, even in challenging economic conditions. “When construction slows, service scales. In a down economy, service doesn’t just survive — it wins,” Williams noted. Hear his take on why the smartest contractors double down on service when others retreat.
Connor Williams, President of Ashton Plumbing, Heating and Air
“Why Contractors Lose Millions Chasing Strangers Before Owning the Customers They Already Have”
Presented by Miles Bartoletti-Levy, Nexstar Marketing Coach
Thursday, March 26, 2:15 PM –2:45 PM in Room 711
Bartoletti-Levy will challenge contractors to rethink how they allocate marketing dollars. “Most contractors build their marketing budgets upside down, starting with strangers instead of the customers who already trust them,” he said. “When you see the math, it becomes almost impossible to justify funding new-customer acquisition, the way most companies are.”
Miles Bartoletti-Levy, Nexstar Marketing Coach
The session will break down the economic difference between acquisition and retention, showing how existing customers often spend more per ticket and cost significantly less to convert. Attendees will walk away with clear, proven models used by top-performing contractors to unlock profit already sitting inside their databases.
Nexstar’s presence at CMPX underscores its continued commitment to Canadian contractors. Across provinces, Nexstar members serve their communities with professionalism, integrity, and technical excellence while delivering essential services homeowners rely on every day.
Contractors interested in learning more about Nexstar’s mission to help the world’s best independent tradespeople become the world’s best businesspeople, please contact us today!
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