Quite possibly the most fun assignment of your sales & development career awaits. There’s nothing more appealingly primal than the crackle of a warm fire or the succulence of smoky, grilled food. Maybe this is why more than 80 percent of U.S. households own an outdoor grill, barbecue, or smoker, and more than 50 percent have at least one fireplace or freestanding stove (hearth products). Grilling is an integral part of how Americans celebrate national holidays like Independence Day, Labor Day, and even Thanksgiving, and we all have warm memories of sitting with family and friends around a fire. The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association serves industries that are central to our lives. Fireplaces, barbecue grills and accessories, and outdoor living are the centerpieces of our