January 2015 Winner of the Fill In the Phil Cartoon Contest

Jan 15, 2015

WINNER:

John Cullinane Aquaco | McLean, VA (a family business since 1959)

cartoon of Phil The Pool Man - winner

Try this one...

cartoon of Phil The Pool Man

Take a crack at the blank Phil above. We’ll print anything that makes us laugh or warms our hearts! Just send your captions to [email protected].

The above store is undergoing a rebrand to be Orange County Pools & Spas of Connecticut.

Orange County Pools & Spas: A Legacy of Innovation and Wellness

March 18, 2025

Customizing Backyards with Pool Lighting

Customizing Backyards with Pool Lighting

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Embracing Generative AI to Boost Your Business

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The Big Four: Generating Business Online

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Turning Your Team Into a Championship Team

Orange County Pools & Spas: A Legacy of Innovation and Wellness

For over five decades, Orange County Pools & Spas has set a high standard in pool and spa retail.

The above store is undergoing a rebrand to be Orange County Pools & Spas of Connecticut.

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Business Operations

Embracing Generative AI to Boost Your Business

Let AI strip away your most tedious tasks, leaving you free to pursue the more important parts of your job.

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The Big Four: Generating Business Online

Four steps you can implement today to get your business the online traction it needs.

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Turning Your Team Into a Championship Team

A roadmap for fostering growth in your employees as well as creating a strong company culture.

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Digital Signage: A Return to Simplicity

Consider how your digital signage can reimagine your pool and spa store and the relationships you build with customers.

Retailers should embrace simplicity — fewer words, elegant visuals, and a focus on emotion, like the ad pictured above. That's what can turn signage into an impactful tool.

YouTube 101: Why it Matters For Your Business and How to Get Started

A beginner's guide to YouTube, a powerful marketing tool for your pool and spa business.

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2025 Retail Forecast

Moderating inflation, falling interest rates and steady growth will drive a solid new year.

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Getting in Cold Water

The drive to chill one's body is heating up profits for custom installers.

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Business Operations

So Many New Pools...

Is service the next big growth opportunity for your pool and spa business? Industry experts weigh in on the demand for service and maintenance, including best advice for running a successful department.

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Litehouse Pools & Spas: Finding Success Through Simplicity

Industry veteran Chris Curcio shares what has driven his company's sustained success for over 60 years.

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In the Name of Wellness

Ohio Hot Tub & Sauna is emphasizing its commitment to wellness with an exciting rebrand.

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Off-Season Marketing

Learn how to stay engaged during the slower months and actively drive off-season revenue.

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