Cada Pools and Spas
Illinois-based Cada Pools and Spas is preparing to celebrate its 45th anniversary next year. It took a few sticks of dynamite to get the Cada family into the business in the 1960s, says A.J. Cada, the company’s store manager.
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…
Stand Out
Making yourself heard above the din of larger retailers’ lower prices and large selection may feel intimidating. But here’s the good news: You already have the tools you need to be your community’s go-to for all things hot tub-related.
Superior Wellness Acquires European Hot Tub Manufacturer Portcril
Superior Wellness, a U.K.-based manufacturer and distributor of hot tubs and wellness products, announced its acquisition of Portcril, a Portuguese hot tub company.
SpaRetailer’s Hot Tub Hall of Fame
Meet the 2024 inductees to the Hot Tub Hall of Fame.
Ohio Hot Tub & Sauna Celebrates Grand Opening and Rebranding
Ohio Hot Tub & Sauna, formerly known as Ohio Pools & Spas, has announced the grand opening of its new Avon location and its official rebranding.
Jacuzzi: Seeing Wellness in a New Light
Jacuzzi is taking the health benefits of its swim spas a step further by introducing infrared and red light therapy technology.
Women in Water
Hot tubs can offer many physical and mental benefits for women. While the relationship between hot tub use and hormone regulation is not extensively studied, the effects of relaxation and stress reduction from hot tub use can indirectly influence hormone levels.
King Technology, Alex and Carson King — 30 Under 40 2024
Alex and Carson King officially joined King Technology — makers of FROG water care products — in 2017 and 2019, though Carson jokes that as third-generation family business members, they unofficially started at birth.
Josh Michels — 30 Under 40 2024
Josh Michels grew up in the family business, Backyard Leisure, which his parents founded in 1998.
Mary Stefanski — 30 Under 40 2024
When asked how long she has been at Regina Pools & Spas in Timonium, Maryland, Mary Stefanski, product consultant, likes to counter by asking, “Does the womb count?” Her father founded the company, which means she’s worked nearly every job in the business.
Kara Weed — 30 Under 40 2024
As the third-generation co-owner of Ultra Modern Pool & Patio in Wichita, Kansas, Kara Weed is working hard to grow the business and add two more stores in the next five years.