Issues

Our first ever retail issue — we explore topics concerning opening and managing a swimming pool retail store including merchandising, uniforms, inventory turn and grand openings.

A family journeys from England to take over a pool service company. Jandy and Zodiac make big changes. Poolcorp’s departing CEO shares some thoughts on where the industry is headed. And a detailed look at the modern swimming pool.

A podcast and pool service company we love — plus, OSHA silica updates, leak-proofing a pool and landing a sports team as a client.

Pool company operational innovations, the growth of franchises and what to do when a customer won’t fix their pool.

Siblings team up to run the family business. PLUS: should you give your company a stress test?

A pool industry newbie starts a Pool Scouts franchise + the pros and cons of different buying channels.

Longtime employees join forces to buy their company.

How one pool store went from independent to franchise.

Congratulations to the 2016 Pleatco Perfect Pool Gal Jennifer Del Vaglio. How to manage a high-end pool project and tips to increase service department revenue.

Extreme reality — Check out the Dorian Group’s pools, waterfalls and aquariums by — what else? — watching the company’s TV show.

Worth the Risk? The expansion of Morehead Pools. In addition, we take a behind the scenes look at the 2016 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo.

Fail, Learn, Grow, Repeat: APSP President-Elect Jack Manilla shares how the pool industry provided him a second chance at success.