Episode #130, From Service Routes to Fiesta Pools: Travis Hogan’s Entrepreneurial Journey
In this episode of The SpaRetailer Podcast, host Megan Kendrick talks with Travis Hogan, owner of Fiesta Pools and Spas…
The History of Swim Spas, Part 1
Swim spas may seem like a relatively new product for the hot tub industry as they gained prominence in the early 2010s. But the product is almost as old as the industry itself, with some prototypes developed in the late ’70s.
Episode #129, Navigating Business Growth: Insights from Scott Gettings at Hot Tub Superstore
In this episode of The SpaRetailer Podcast, host Megan Kendrick interviews Scott Gettings, co-owner of Hot Tub Superstore, which has…
Episode #128, Hot Tub Innovation and Leadership: Jim Parker’s Path to Ahh!some Water Care
In this episode of the Spa Retailer Podcast, hosted by Megan Kendrick, the owner of SpaRetailer Magazine, Jim Parker, CEO…
Episode #125, Behind the Scenes: King Technology on its Innovations in the Spa Industry
In this episode of The SpaRetailer Podcast, host Megan Kendrick welcomes back Alex Granlund from King Technology, where they delve…
A New Path for Progress
An industry is only as strong as the people connecting consumers with products. The hot tub industry is no different. That’s why the International Hot Tub Association is proud to offer a new membership category for hot tub retailers.
Episode #124, Hot Tub History with Steve Hammock of Watkins Wellness
In this episode of The SpaRetailer podcast, host Megan Kendrick interviews Steve Hammock, former president of Watkins Wellness. Steve discusses…
In Our Honing Era
For many reasons, I’d say most people in the hot tub industry were happy to say goodbye to 2024. I, for one, was ready to hit the reset button and welcome in 2025.
SpaRetailer’s Hot Tub Hall of Fame
The Hot Tub Hall of Fame was founded in 2024 by SpaRetailer magazine in collaboration with the International Hot Tub Association.
Meet our first 30 Under 40s
I am thrilled to share our first recipients of SpaRetailer’s 30 Under 40 award.
QCA Spas: Small Beginnings to Big Growth
Deep in the heart of Iowa, QCA Spas has been a player in the hot tub industry for decades, evolving from a small, family-run business into a modern, thriving company.
Lia Morgillo — 30 Under 40 2024
Lia Morgillo built her hot tub industry knowledge long before she held any official title. Growing up in a family that owned and operated Brothers Pool, Morgillo’s childhood was shaped by the culture of the pool and spa industry, preparing her to take over the company as CEO at just 20 years old in 2011.