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Taylor Technologies Recruits Joe DeFuria to Lead Brand Development

Water-testing supply manufacturer Taylor Technologies, Inc., has enlisted Joe DeFuria as director of brand development.

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Borates: Once Per Year

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Once per year, Haviland reminds you that borates help maintain ideal water quality – and only need to be tested and reapplied once per year.

Borates: Once Per Year

Canceled: 2021 Southwest Pool & Spa Show

The Southwest Pool & Spa Show announced this week that it would not take place as scheduled. The event's statement is below:

New Date for 2021 Mid America Show

The Mid America Pool, Spa & Outdoor Living Show released the following update on the event:

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How to Apply for the Rey Pereles Scholarship

The National Plasterers Council (NPC) is proudly offering the Rey Pereles Memorial Scholarship to the children of NPC members and their employees.

Pleatco Crowns the 2020 Perfect PoolGuy & PoolGal!

Jesse Gist and Shannon Sellers are the final winners of this year’s Pleatco Perfect PoolGuy / PoolGal Search.

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Greater Austin/Central Texas Chapter Receives PHTA Chapter of the Year Award

The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced its winner for Chapter of the Year on Thursday, Dec. 17. See the organization's statement below.

Thursday Pools Taps Jonathan Davis as new Director of Customer Relations

Michael Lasher Takes Over as Director of CPSA

The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance recently announced the new director of the California Pool and Spa Association. Please see the organization's statement below.

PHTA Award: Retailer of the Year

The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance is proud to announce the winner of its 2020 Retailer of the Year Award. This year’s award winner is as follows: National Pools of Roanoke, Inc.: Ginnie Vaughan, General Manager & Jason Vaughan, Vice PresidentThe Retailer of the Year Award recognizes one outstanding retailer that has advanced the retail profession through outstanding achievements and dedication to the industry. Ginnie Vaughan, general manager of National Pools, joined the company full-time in 2003 after graduating from Virginia Tech with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality & tourism management. With a specialty in outdoor furniture, she helps manage the company’s retail store, overseeing purchasing and sales of the department. Armed with extensive product knowledge, water chemistry expertise and computer management skills, Ginnie also leads the National Pools retail sales team. With nearly 18 years of experience, Ginnie takes pride in offering superior service to every National Pools customer. As a dedicated PHTA member, she assists her husband Jason Vaughan with all of the duties at their local chapter.

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Registration Now Open for 2021 National Water Safety Conference

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Tara Manufacturing Doubles Capacity with New Expansion

Tara Manufacturing held a grand opening for their new manufacturing facility in Owens Cross Roads, Ala. This new 60,000-square-foot plant will double the manufacturing and inventory capacity of the company. Already the largest employer in the Owens Cross Roads and New Hope area, this expansion will add at least 12 new manufacturing jobs.

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2021 Mid America Show Update

The Mid America Pool, Spa & Outdoor Living Show released the following update on the event:

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