In todayâs uncertain economy, hot tub retailers are facing a delicate balancing act: How do you meet customers where they are financially, protect your margins and keep sales flowing? Emily Chin, head of retail services for Wells Fargo, says the answer often lies in optimizing your financing strategy.
When former owner Craig Ecelbarger thinks of the success The Recreational Warehouse has had, he simply smiles.
âItâs hard not to smile,â says Ecelbarger, who is now the director of Florida operations after the company was purchased by Watsonâs. âItâs like, âWow, weâre good at this.â
After 49 years in the hot tub industry, Craig Ecelbarger sold his The Recreational Warehouse to Watson’s in March. With…
When Craig Ecelbarger started a 10-year franchise agreement for The Recreational Warehouse location in Fort Myers, Florida, his family was looking for a simpler life.
The sizzle of burgers on the grill, the aroma of hickory-sauced ribs from the smoker and cold drinks at the ready are all part of the typical backyard barbecue experience, but thereâs a twist to this familiar scene.Â
I know weâve made succession planning our default theme of the year at SpaRetailer, but as more and more businesses are bought and sold in our industry, it feels like weâve chosen well. And this issue underscores the importance.