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PHTA Executive Team Grows with New VP of Marketing

In the newly created position, Janay Rickwalder will oversee PHTA's marketing and communication initiatives and lead the business development department.

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Introducing the 2019 Pleatco Perfect Pool Gal

While joining the pool industry was an unexpected turn for Averi Edwards, she’s thrilled by the work and the challenges it brings.

Meet the 2019 Pleatco Perfect Pool Guy

Like many pros in the pool and spa industry, Jim Hedlund’s career is rooted in humble beginnings.

Watershape University Acquires WaterShapes.com

The publication will now be the official voice of Watershape University.

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Hot Tub Supplier Offering Free Spas in Fun Promotion

If it snows or rains ½ inch or more on Christmas Day in Aqua Living markets, hot tubs over $5,000 purchased in those markets between Dec 3 and Dec 21 will be issued a full refund.

King Technology Receives 2019 Minnesota Family Business Award

King Technology of Hopkins, Minn., was honored with a 2019 Minnesota Family Business Award from Twin Cities Business Magazine during a ceremony held Nov. 20 at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis.

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Premier Pools & Spas Announces Expansion in Two New Locations

Premier Pools & Spas recently expanded into the Lubbock, Texas and Central Alabama metropolitan areas. Aaron Gurley, president of Premier Franchise Management, has chosen Matt Henson to be the owner of the Lubbock, Texas office, and James Golden to be the owner of the Central Alabama office.

PHTA Director of Education Resigns

Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Director of Education Silvia Uribe has submitted her resignation effective immediately.

PHTA Welcomes New Vice President of Education

Marc C. Milroy brings over 30 years of extensive association, education and certification experience to the newly developed position.

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Chemical Mishap Leads to Death of Restaurant Employee

A reminder to pool pros that the chemicals they work with everyday, when used incorrectly, can result in horrible consequences.

SilkBalance Names Top 2019 Retailers

SilkBalance honored the best authorized retailers during a special awards ceremony at the recent 2019 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo in New Orleans.

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PHTA Consolidates NSPF and APSP Courses

One of the early questions regarding NSPF and APSP’s merger concerned education: with redundant courses, how would the courses and certifications of each be reconciled into one program? PHTA’s director of education shares their plans.

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