Swimming Pool Industry News Pool Bains Routing & SchedulingLyon Financial at the Southwest Pool & Spa Show. Booth 419Episode 266: How Swimming Pool Financing Works & How to get the Lowest Rates + Longest Terms for the Lowest Payment Possible with Lyon Financial PHTA & Genesis D265: Master Designer Methods with Kirk Bianchi January 8, at 6 p.m. ET.Pool Pro InspectorsJanuary 2024 Trade Shows Jan 16-18 Mid America Pool Spa & Outdoor Living ShowJan 18-20 Desert Pool & Spa...

In this episode of the Pool Chasers podcast, host Greg Villafana engages in an insightful discussion with Carla Barrera and Jessica Wood from Lyon Financial, exploring the nuanced world of pool financing. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the differences between secured and unsecured loans, the typical costs involved in pool installation, and the impact of credit scores on financing options. Carla and Jessica emphasize the importance of choosing the right pool contractor,...

[00:29] Pool Brain: Manage Multiple Bodies of water [00:49] Lyon financial: Best Swimming Pool Financing[01:25] Pool Magazine: The Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City Booth 3203[01:50] JMax Plumbing: 2023 Awards Ceremony [02:41] AquaStar: Free Aqua Webinar December 19[03:10] PEP: Desert Golf Tournament at Desert Willow Golf Resort in Palm Desert California [03:30] Raypak: Elevation Tour [03:47] NPT: New Mesa, AZ Location[04:14] Aquareader: Floating Book/Tablet Caddy for Bath, Pool, and Hot...

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Pool Brain: Route profit reportLyon Financial: Pool builder sign upPool Magazine: Booth 3203 at The Pool & Spa ShowAquaStar: Optimizing VS Pumps Webinar Dec, 19Tankproof: Gumbo Nite Fundraiser Dec, 6th Austin, TXWatershape University: Major Renovations in Atlantic City on Sunday, January 21PEP: Christmas Toy Drive December 7thForm Smart Swim Goggles: The only goggle with an Augmented RealityKanga Loaders: New Kanga 220 compact mini loaderZadro: Large Towel Warmer BucketAquaview Glass Pool...

November 26th Weekly Flash Briefing: Swimming Pools, Industry News, Business & Culture.  Topics Discussed:  Pal Lighting: Introducing the Inverter Heat PumpPool Brain: View route stop duration times on a graph Lyon Financial: Lock in 2023 pool prices PHTA: PHTA Economic Impact StudyFluidra: Fluidra Pro Academy in-person training classesSCP: New Mesa, AZ Location. Superstition Springs Branch 644Twinscape: Introducing Hydrofloors StreamlinePiscina & Wellness Barcelona at the Gran Via...

We recently attended the International Pool Spa Patio Expo in Las Vegas, NV. Lots of new and exciting things happening in the swimming pool industry. It was great seeing new old friends along with all of the new innovations and push for education. 

00:29 Pool Magazine 2024 Media Kit00:55 Lyon Financial Pool Loan Calculator01:17 Pool Brain Equipment Tracking Feature02:22 Hasa Cold Water Can Make Your Pool More Aggressive02:40 Blue Square Manufacturing Removing the Need to Pull a Light Cord03:24 Clear Comfort Leading AOP Pool Treatment System03:42 Natural Chemistry Free Online Training04:16 Taylor Technologies complete line of test strips for the pool professional04:45 Moasure One is a Motion-Based Measuring Device, Making Difficult...

Today we’re sitting down with Fluidra’s Senior Product Manager Steve Jones to explore the Jandy SpeedSet Pump Controller and new lineup of swimming pool pumps. With growing calls for a highly customizable and automation-friendly pump controller, Jandy went all-in on creating a world-class product that broke new ground in the pump industry. In designing the SpeedSet, Jandy fixed the two most common complaints by servicers: a display that was too cheap and tiny, and a confusing menu that was...

October 22nd Weekly Flash Briefing Web Page Blue Square Manufacturing: Removing the need to pull a light cordClear Comfort: Leading AOP pool treatment systemNatural Chemistry: Specialty chemicals & free virtual trainingTaylor Technologies: Professional test stripsPool Brain: 2023 PSP/EXPO Las VegasMoasure ONE: Making difficult measuring easyRayPak: World Waterpark Association Symposium & TradeshowPHTA: New reports availableBullfrog Spas: The new S200 is fully equippedBreeo: The X...

We start our build series with new clients, existing clients and setting expectations. Our build series guest is Ben Lasseter of Design Ecology in Austin, TX. They are an award-winning landscape architecture and luxury pool design/build firm with an incredible reputation. Sponsored by: Lyon Financial can help you sell more pools by offering your customers the industry’s best financing options! Call 877-754-5966 or visit www.lyonfinancial.net today! [00:01:08] The importance of...

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Nick Gray is an entrepreneur and best-selling author living in Austin, Texas. Nick is the author of The 2-Hour Cocktail Party, a step-by-step handbook that teaches you how to build big relationships by hosting small gatherings. He’s been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and New York Magazine called him a host of “culturally significant parties.” In this episode we discuss topics from his book starting with why people should host a cocktail party and the benefits that...

Welcome to our first Flash Briefing! Each week we will share updates from various brands & people in the swimming pool industry along with resources we think would be helpful and maybe even a little fun and inspiration. If you have some upcoming exciting news. You can email me at [email protected] or visit https://www.poolchasers.com/  [00:45] Pool Brain: NPP Chooses Pool Brain to Optimize Operations At All Branches Nationwide [01:34] Pool Magazine: Pool Magazine will be...

Brittany Duncan, an associate landscape architect at Design Ecology, shares her experiences and insights in the world of landscape architecture and luxury pool design/build in Austin, TX.  Topics Discussed: 03:45: About Brittany Duncan05:51: Brittany's role at Design Ecology07:56: About landscape architecture and what separates it from other landscape design roles08:57: Things taken into consideration when designing a project15:43: Working with high-end clients in Austin20:01: Juggling...

Andy Everleigh is second generation CEO of Environmental Pools located in Chelmsford Massachusetts. Environmental Pools ranks nationally amongst the top 50 pool builders in the country, along with receiving numerous awards over the years. Andy Everleigh Jr. started working for the company at a young age and joined the staff full time upon graduating from Suffolk University with a Business Management degree. He has been a vital part of the company’s growth over the past 15 years. Andy’s focus...

In this episode we talk with Fluidra’s Vice President of Marketing, Brad Parker and Vice President of Engineering Product Development, Mark Baukman to discuss sustainability and the actions they are taking now and for the future. Fluidra’s philosophy and approach to sustainability is dual-faceted: environmental responsibility and long-term business viability. They are committed to reducing an environmental impact in every community they operate in, aligning with ethical practices. Second,...

Finally, a slide for the swimming pool we can be proud of! In this episode we talk with Splinterworks co-founder, Miles Hartwell located in Bath, United Kingdom. Miles shares the story of how Splinterworks went from creating furniture to designing unique pool slides and other innovative structures. They discuss their unexpected ideas, such as a hammock bath and a swimming pool slide, and how their passion for creating fun and cool designs led them to where they are today. Tune in to learn...

In this episode we are joined by CPA Joshua Hayes to discuss the tax side of selling a business. Joshua, with 30 years of experience in tax, specializes in transaction advisory services, particularly in the M&A space. He shares his insights on helping business owners efficiently sell their companies and navigate the unique tax structures involved in these transactions. Tune in to learn more about the importance of using standardized financial rules and the value of expert tax guidance...

In this casual episode, we chat with our good friend Kayne Zamorano, the visionary founder of Premier Pool Care and Premier Pool Co. in Phoenix, Arizona. Kayne tbrings us up to speed on his journey of balancing pool maintenance, construction, and product innovation. His evolution from pool service to construction was ignited by frustrations over servicing luxury pools that were lacking appropriate equipment or care. As he stepped into the construction world, he quickly mastered the nuances of...

In this episode, Megan Kendrick joins us to discuss Pool Pro Magazine July/August 2023 issue. The main focus of this issue is placed on the challenges faced by the pool industry during the busy summer season. We discuss the physical and mental toll that the industry takes on professionals and share insights on how to protect one's mental health during this demanding period. The cover features Spartan Pool & Patio located in Norman, Oklahoma. This issue is packed with quality articles...

In this episode we are are joined by special guests Garth Stevens and Buzz Giz. Garth, a corporate attorney specializing in mergers and acquisitions, shares insights and advice on the complex process of selling a business. Listeners can expect to learn about the challenges, emotional aspects, and importance of staying focused throughout the negotiation and documentation stages. We are also joined by returning guest Buzz Ghiz. When Buzz decided to sell Paddock Pools in 2004 he hired Snell...

This episode features a conversation with Alex King and Dwayne May from King Technology, a company specializing in pool chemicals and proprietary mineral technology. They explain how their technology helps sanitize water and use less chemicals, and also talks about their EPA registration as a disinfectant. The company has been in business for 45 years. They discuss the differences between their mineral technology and other minerals on the market, and how they focus on prevention rather than...

Greg and Justin sit down with Benjamin Lasseter of Design Ecology, an award-winning landscape architecture and luxury pool design/build firm based in Austin, Texas. Listen in as Ben gives his thoughts on the state of the pool building space in Austin. He runs through his pool building process, from the design phase to the specialized trades that come in, and his passion for incorporating water elements into his designs. Ben also discusses his journey from graduating with a political science...

Greg and Justin sit down with Sarah Teveldal of FlashPool Productions, an underwater photography and video production company, at the stunning Commodore Perry Estate in Austin, Texas. FlashPool productions offers underwater photography and video services worldwide for private and commercial clients, pool builders, swimwear brands, and much more.  Sarah shares her remarkable journey from her beginnings in South Dakota to finding her passion for underwater photography in Australia, and how she...