(Alexandria) — The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance is proud to announce Pentair’s return to its role of Program Sponsor for National Water Safety Month in May. Pentair, a leader in pool, hot tub, and spa industry, will assist the NWSM coalition to shine a light on the importance water safety.
NWSM is happy to celebrate its 20 thanniversary this year. The 2003 awareness week has evolved into a nationwide effort led by a coalition of PHTA and other organizations, including the American Red Cross and National Drowning Prevention Alliance. Also included are the National Recreation and Park Association and World Waterpark Association. The NWSM is supported every year by thousands of aquatics professionals, state governments, and aquatics facilities. They provide educational programs, public services announcements, government declarations, dealer and aquas business promotions, as well as the distribution of water-safety materials.
” Pentair takes great pride in being the National Water Safety Month sponsor,” said Jerome Pedretti of Pentair, Executive Vice-President & Chief Executive Office, Pool. Our team believes that pool enjoyment is dependent on a safety-focused environment. We are committed to educating the public about swimming safety and raising their awareness so that everyone can swim with confidence.
Sabeena Hicman, CAE PHTA CEO and President, said that Pentair and PHTA share similar missions to help people have fun with water and aquatic activities. Pentair’s role as the Program Sponsor of National Water Safety Month is a great way to reinforce the important messages that are shared during the month. Pentair’s example is one we hope the entire pool, hot tub, and spa industry will follow.
Detailed information and free resources in support of National Water Safety Month, for both consumers and businesses, can be found at www.nationalwatersafetymonth.org.
Sheri Jackson, Senior Director of Business Development at PHTA, can be contacted by email at [email protected] (or 703-838-0183 ext. 157.
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The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, a non-profit organisation with over 3,600 members around the globe, was founded in 1956 to promote and protect the interests of the $36.5B spa, pool and hot tub industry. PHTA offers education, advocacy and standards development as well as research and market growth initiatives in order to improve our members’ knowledge and professionalism. PHTA also promotes pool use by expanding research, outreach, and activities related to swimming and water safety. These are aimed at introducing people to the fun of swimming and pool use. They also want to make swimming environments safer and keep pools open for communities. Visit www.phta.org for more information.
About Pentair
Pentair helps the world move water sustainably, improve it and use it to its fullest. Water is the most important resource in life. Pentair’s focus is on sustainable, smart water solutions for our planet and our people.
Pentair’s revenue is expected to be approximately $4.1 billion in 2022. The company trades under ticker PNR. We work with approximately 11,250 employees in 150 countries to improve the lives of people and the environment. Visit www.pentair.com to learn more.
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