I love writing about women in the hot tub industry. And what a treat it was to visit Rita Rowlen and Kara Weed in Wichita, Kansas, for this article.
We'll introduce you to each panel member, highlighting their unique contributions and insights, providing a glimpse into the exciting trends shaping spa retail in 2024 and beyond.
Rita Rowlen & Kara Weed, Ultra Modern Pool & Patio, Wichita, Kansas
Angela Moss, senior product manager, POOLCORP, Covington, Louisiana
Jenni LaFleur, sales manager, Colorado Pool + Spa Scapes, Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Lisa Kennedy, general manager of TCG Wellness, Burlington, Ontario
Patti Ryan, strategic sales manager, Jacuzzi Group
Ron Perkins worked at Seven Seas Pools & Spas in Pennsylvania for about 30 days before he decided he needed total reign.
The International Hot Tub Association, an affiliate organization of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, exists to protect the hot tub industry and increase awareness of the health and wellness benefits of hot tubs.
I recently had a flashback to when I started my sales career in the pool and spa industry in the early ’80s, and I noticed how much the industry has evolved.
The sizzle of burgers on the grill, the aroma of hickory-sauced ribs from the smoker and cold drinks at the ready are all part of the typical backyard barbecue experience, but there’s a twist to this familiar scene.
No matter the industry or leader, having hard conversations is never easy.