Congratulations to PoolPro’s 2025 30 Under 40 Recipients

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PoolPro is proud to announce the 2025 Class of 30 Under 40, celebrating the next generation of leaders driving innovation, professionalism and excellence. This year’s honorees represent a diverse group of pool professionals who are making a significant impact in their communities and helping shape the future of the industry.

Explore the full list of 2025 honorees below and join us in congratulating these rising stars. Stay tuned for next year’s nomination call and help us continue recognizing the best and brightest in the world of pools.

View all of our 30 Under 40 honorees

Ashley Ross
Andrew Kroncke
Tom Gill
Brandon Underwood
Maddy Vandiver
Mackenzie Keohane
Austin Gardiner
Nelly Allen
Kyle Erwin
Sarah Hoopes
Jackson Scott
Philip Kent
Hunter Peterson
Nilson Silva
Jonah Gonzales
Brian Menzies
Cameron Baird
Laci Davis
Trese Huss
Kaity Morrissey
Alexandra Bridgewater
Kelly Collins
Andrew Kanetsky
Jordan Snyder
Mikayla Rodgers
Adam Aguirre  
Walker Draeger
Sam Pizzo 
Brittaney Hernandez
Elizabeth Pecora
Blayr T. Lignoski
Mara Gillott
Olivia Powell
Sarah Bess

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