Author: Ana Manning

Ana Manning is co-owner and chief operations officer at Manning Pool Service in Houston. Ana started as an intern, processing warranties at MPS while attending college. She graduated from the University of Houston with a bachelor's degree in business and entrepreneurship, and used what she learned to help make MPS become profitable. MPS has 34 employees and recently moved to its own 2-acre location after renting space for eight years. With Manning’s help, MPS reached $4.5 million in 2021 and her goal is for the company to one day hit the $10 million mark. manningpoolservice.com

  • Preserving the Fleet

    ByAna Manning

    Many companies have entire fleets of Hammerheads, Riptides or other battery-powered pool vacuums. These receive heavy use and can rack up damages. The cost for these vacuums can be in the thousands, and replacement parts are several hundred dollars. Making these units last as long as possible is paramount for a growing company. At MPS,…