In the evolving landscape of the modern workplace, understanding Generation Z — those born roughly between the late 1990s and early 2010s — has become crucial.
King Technology’s dedication to enriching lives extends beyond its products — it’s a core value the company lives out through community service.
In March, Adam Eubanks celebrated his 17th anniversay with Georgia Spa Company.
Adrian Calderon joined Neuman Pools, a company specializing in building gunite pools, right after high school.
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.
Alicia Peter began her career as a hot tub skeptic. “I thought that the hype around wellness through water was dramatized,” she says.
As the third generation in her family’s business, Amanda Annis, president of Ohio Pools & Spas, has grown up in the industry.
When it comes to hot tub accessories, there’s an endless supply of covers, cover lifters, tables, towel warmers, steps, surrounds, pillows, exercise equipment, umbrellas, chemical kits, lighting ensembles and more to entice customers to spend extra on their initial purchase — given the right information from a knowledgeable sales associate. As sales have slowed, raising the average sales price of a hot tub with key accessories is more important than ever.
When we move beyond being a typical salesperson, we can establish a vision of what is required to become excellent at our jobs (selling), not just for one year but for all years. We understand we have much work to do, and it won’t happen overnight. There is no hack or shortcut to excellence and sustainability; it is a continuous effort of growth and development.
Although Christina Swanson, strategic marketing manager for Pentair Pool, has only worked directly with pools and spas for a year, she has never felt more at home.
Dana Hyde and Charles Koncewicz, the husband-and-wife team behind CK Spas, have built a thriving business rooted in hard work and adaptability.