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Discretionary Dollars: How are Our Competitors Faring?

We look at the products that compete with pool and spa purchases: RVs, boats and vacations.

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One System, No Sprawl: Why Growing Pool & Spa Businesses Are Moving to the Cloud

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Growing pool and spa businesses are trading disconnected software and manual processes for one cloud-based system that keeps teams, data and operations connected.

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National Retail Federation Renews Push for Online Sales Tax

“Online sellers should not continue to receive an unfair price advantage," an NRF rep says.

2017 SOI Retail Report: Brick and Mortar, Empowered

Things are looking up.

The Chillbo Baggins: For Epic Adventures on Land and Sea

This new inflatable outdoor chair can be used on land or as a pool float.

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Spinning Triumph From Tragedy

After narrowly avoiding tragedy, one woman is on a mission to teach CPR to the masses.

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Standing Still Can Kill Your Business

Expert John Tschohl talks about the importance of continually training employees.

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Who is More Conveniently Located for Pool Owners: Specialty Retailers or Big Box Stores?

It can be hard for specialty retailers to compete with big box stores on price — but when it comes to location, who comes out on top?

S.R. Smith Expands Sales Force

S.R. Smith named Justin Shadrach as regional manager of mid-America/mid-Atlantic. Prior to joining S.R. Smith, Shadrach spent ten years with PoolCorp in sales and sales center management positions. In his new role, Shadrach is responsible for a territory that includes Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and western Pennsylvania.

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Stars are Aligned for the Pool and Spa Industry

APSP's guest economist shares how leading indicators are pointing to an optimistic outlook for the industry.

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NESPA Releases Results from 2017 Pool & Spa Industry Survey

NESPA has released the results of its second annual industry survey, a report that covers business trends, insights and strategies among pool and spa professionals in the Northeastern U.S.

Halco Lighting Hires Samir Shah as Vice President

Halco Lighting Technologies, a provider of lamp, ballast and luminaire solutions, welcomes Samir Shah as Vice President/General Manager for J&J Electronics. Halco Lighting acquired J&J Electronics in November 2016.

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Up In Your Grill: The Basics of Selling Grills

Gas, charcoal, wood pellets — we review all three types of grills, the differences between them and consumer buying trends.

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