Viking Spas, a family-owned manufacturer of handcrafted hot tubs based in west Michigan, announced several leadership promotions and the addition of a new regional sales representative.
Watkins Wellness, a subsidiary of Masco Corporation and a global manufacturer of home wellness products, including hot tubs, aquatic fitness systems, saunas and cold plunges, announced the appointment of Steve Stigers as its new president, effective Dec. 1. Stigers succeeds VJ Teenarsipur, who has accepted the position of president of Behr Paint Company, another Masco Corporation subsidiary.
Bullfrog Spas, a hot tub manufacturer, announced the promotion of Adam Patrick to vice president of sales. This change reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to helping its dealer partners grow and thrive while ensuring alignment between Bullfrog Spas and the network that brings the brand to life every day.
The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo brought together professionals from over 40 countries for three days of education, networking and product innovation, highlighting new technologies shaping the pool, spa and outdoor living industries.
Superior Wellness has been ranked 97th on the Financial Times Europe’s Long-Term Growth Champions 2025 list, recognizing the Chesterfield-based hot tub and wellness manufacturer as one of the fastest-growing companies in Europe.
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced Scott Frost has been appointed as chairman of the board for 2026.
In 2021, the Federal Trade Commission — the agency charged with protecting consumers and promoting fair competition — codified its Made in USA guidelines into the Made in USA Labeling Rule, making them an official, enforceable regulation rather than just guidance.
RB Retail & Service Solutions, a supplier of business software for the pool and spa industry, announced it has hired Taylor Sleeman as business sales consultant. With over 10 years of sales experience, Sleeman will partner with pool and spa companies to help them modernize and grow.
Superior Wellness, a global leader in hot tubs, swim spas and wellness products, announced the appointment of three new AquaSolus sales managers — Dave Henderson, Ray Pritchett and Joe Sullivan — as the brand grows across North America. The announcement comes as AquaSolus debuts its new Series 3.
Superior Wellness announced a new strategic partnership with Canada-based Aqua Spa & Pool Supply and Central Spa & Pool Supply.
Master Spas has promoted Kari Drerup to national sales manager, a role in which she’ll oversee the company’s outside sales representatives and dealer network.
King Technology, Inc., manufacturer of FROG Products and other brands, announced the acquisition of Unique Solutions of North Dakota, LLC, manufacturer of Ahh-some and Hot Tub Serum brand water care products.