The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced the appointment of four faculty members as chairs for the PHTA Center of Excellence, a new education initiative designed to support workforce development and provide high-quality, practical training for professionals across the pool, spa and hot tub industry.
Women of Water (WOW) was developed to amplify voices, support career advancement and ensure the next generation of industry leaders reflects the diversity of our communities and clients. Through education, mentorship and peer-to-peer networking, the initiative is empowering women and encouraging them to stay in the industry, assume leadership roles and build confidence.
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced Scott Frost has been appointed as chairman of the board for 2026.
For Teddy Dellas, the hot tub industry is more than a career — it’s a family legacy. Starting at 15 years old, Dellas got his first taste of the business at Leisuretime Warehouse, his family’s company.
Spa Parts Plus Ltd. has announced the addition of Mike Miller as technical sales adviser and Mike Bourdon as purchasing specialist.
The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo announced the keynote sessions for the upcoming event in Las Vegas from Oct. 22-24.
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance and POOLCORP announced the launch of Women of Water.
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance has appointed Donna Williams as chairwoman of the board for 2025. Williams is vice president of product management at POOLCORP, a wholesale distributor of swimming pool equipment, parts and supplies and related outdoor living products.
AJ Grucky has been in the pool and hot tub industry his entire life. “My father, John Grucky, has been working in the industry since 1987 with Blake Sales Associates, a manufacturer’s rep firm,” he says.
When Rita Rowlen’s father, Cecil Schniepp, started his swimming pool construction and retail business in 1954, his dream was to have all seven of his children in the business.
Angela Moss, senior product manager, POOLCORP, Covington, Louisiana
For swimming pool dealers, builders and retailers, POOLCORP has long been a preferred resource.