Events across the United States and Canada in 2010 will help those in the design, building and remodeling industries build their business skills and help feed the hungry, during the Pro Expo presented by Pella. During the free events, attendees can obtain continuing education credits, learn about the latest products, services and gain tips to help build their business and support local food banks in partnership with The Salvation Army.

“We recognize that it’s been a tough year for many people economically, and that’s why we’re partnering with The Salvation Army and asking attendees to donate non-perishable food items to be collected at each event,” says Pella Corporation trade segment manager Jarred Roy. “We’re expecting an ‘army’ of attendees and we hope that together we can help secure plenty of food to be donated to local food banks through The Salvation Army to help feed the respective area’s hungry.”

Events will be held every Tuesday and Thursday, February 2through May 13, from 3 to 8 p.m. A number of other companies including Kohler®, James Hardie®, Schluter Systems®, AZEK®, DuPont® and Contractors.com will join Pella® Windows and Doors in showcasing products, services and the latest building practices.

Training and educational credits will be offered in partnership with the National Association of The Remodeling Industry (NARI®), National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and American Institute of Architects (AIA). Sessions presented by Pella and industry partners will cover proper window installation, marketing ideas, construction tips, trends, and “green” building.

Events will be held in the following locations:

Feb. 2 — Denver, Coors Field

Feb. 4 — Salt Lake City, Energy Solutions Arena

Feb. 9 — San Diego, Qualcomm Stadium

Feb. 11 — Phoenix, Chase Field

Feb. 16 — Los Angeles, Dodger Stadium

Feb. 18 — San Francisco, AT&T Park

Feb. 23 — Nashville, Tenn., LP Field

Feb. 25 — Green Bay, Wis., Lambeau Field

March 2 — Des Moines, Iowa, Iowa Events Center

March 4 — Atlanta, Turner Field

March 9 — Charlotte, N.C., Bank of America Stadium

March 11 — West Caldwell, N.J., Atlantic Health Jets Training Center

March 16 — Richmond, Va., Richmond Int’l Raceway

March 18 — Chicago, Soldier Field

March 23 — New York City, Citi Field

March 25 — Boston, Gillette Stadium

March 30 — Philadelphia, Citizens Bank Park

April 1 — Kansas City, Mo., Kauffman Stadium

April 6 — Pittsburgh, PNC Park

April 8 — Grand Rapids, Mich., Van Andel Arena

April 13 — Milwaukee, Miller Park

April 15 — Minneapolis, Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome

April 20 — Columbus, Ohio, Schottenstein Center

April 22 — St. Louis, Busch Stadium

April 27 — Cincinnati, Ohio, Great American Ball Park

April 29 — Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland Browns Stadium

May 4 — Toronto, Ontario (Canada), Rogers Centre

May 6 — Detroit, Ford Field

May 11 — Seattle, Safeco Field

May 13 — Portland, Ore., Oregon Convention Center

CLICK HERE to pre-register online.