Marcus Ragonese — 30 Under 40 2025
He may be a fresh face in the pool and spa industry, but Marcus Ragonese is standing out with his knack for solving problems. At the end of 2023, he joined Patio Pleasures as a service technician.
Alive & Well
Every day, hot tub retailers promote wellness and good health.
Yet, as busy business owners, it’s easy to let their personal wellness fall to the wayside. A healthy lifestyle helps business owners stay sharp, make effective decisions and handle stress better and is a must, according to some of the industry’s top retailers.
Patio Pleasures
Adrianne Morgan, vice president of retail operations of the Wisconsin-based pool and spa company, says watching the relationships between customers and her staff develop is the best part of the business.
Episode #116, Patio Pleasures Converts to an ESOP with Rene Huston
Patio Pleasures in Madison, Wisconsin, is the latest hot tub retailer to convert to an employee stock ownership plan. One…
A Fresh Perspective
In the evolving landscape of the modern workplace, understanding Generation Z — those born roughly between the late 1990s and early 2010s — has become crucial.
Adrian Calderon — 30 Under 40 2024
Adrian Calderon joined Neuman Pools, a company specializing in building gunite pools, right after high school.
Elise McHugh — 30 Under 40 2024
In February 2022, Elise McHugh joined Patio Pleasures, keeping the shelves stocked and running water tests for customers.
Patio Pleasures Announces Transition to ESOP
Patio Pleasures, a pool, hot tub and outdoor furnishings retailer, pool builder and service company based in Madison, Wisconsin, announced its transition to an employee stock ownership plan.