New leaders, fresh ideas and the next chapter for an industry built on relationships
One of my favorite things about putting together our 30 Under 40 issue is seeing just how many ways there are to build a career in this industry.
Episode #145 Hot Tub History with Terry Valmassoi
In this episode of The SpaRetailer Podcast, host Megan Kendrick interviews Terry Valmassoi, CEO of MasterSpas, as he nears retirement…
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 SpaRetailer Podcast, hosted by Megan Kendrick, the owner of SpaRetailer Magazine, Jim Parker, CEO of…
Episode #127, The Enzyme Evolution: Tom Vaughn’s Spa Industry Adventures
In this episode of The SpaRetailer Podcast, host Megan Kendrick converses with Tom Vaughn, the president of Water’s Choice. Vaughn…
Episode #126, Inside Cada Pools & Spas: AJ Cada Discusses Retail, Challenges, and Triumphs
This episode of The SpaRetailer Podcast features an insightful conversation between host Megan Kendrick and AJ Cada from Cada Pools…
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.