Pleatco owned by Pentair and long-time sponsors GENESIS / Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, along with AQUA Magazine are proud to announce the winners of 2023 Pleatco Pool Tech Search. The pool and spa industry nominated these outstanding achievers and then voted on them. Pleatco Pool Tech Search Winners: Please join us to congratulate them.
Grand Finalist – Cristina Forcione, Seychelles Pools & Spas – Lasalle, Quebec, Canada
“I feel incredibly grateful and honored that Pleatco Pool Tech Search has recognized me. This recognition confirms that I am a person who is unwavering in my belief in my abilities. This honor is a testimony to my knowledge, skills and expertise. I am deeply humbled by it.”
Grand finalist – Wes Kane – Pools Unlimited Incorporated, Elliot City Maryland
“I feel absolutely delighted to have been recognized by the Pleatco Pool Tech Search. It is my first award and it’s an honor to be a part. I feel both humbled and excited at the same. It is an honor to be recognized for my work. I am inspired to strive for excellence.
Lifetime Achievement Awards – Rob Stewart, ROBCO Water – Hammond, Ontario, Canada
It’s a great honor, and I’m glad to be part of something larger. This gives me the opportunity to share with others my knowledge and the value of water chemistry. I can also communicate the importance of communication with customers.
Young Leader Award Winner – Benjamin Gardea, Cody Pools – San Antonio, Texas
It means a lot. It is amazing to be able to use my platform to educate and inform other pool professionals. The fact that my family, friends and coworkers helped me get here makes this award even more meaningful.
Customer Service Award – Joe Puccio, Clean & Clear Pools – Houston, Texas
I think it’s pretty cool that I received this honor. It’s not just about me. Customers voted for me and my business. The training is also exciting. Everyone will be able to brag about their participation! It is all about teamwork.
Advancing technology Award – Branden Lewis – Lewis Pool Service – Centerville, Tenn.
“I’m thrilled to receive this honor!” The grand prize was truly incredible – it came with an unforgettable experience and a set classes that will give me the knowledge and skills I need to take my business to the next stage. “Learning more is essential to become a better business owner.”
HONORING WINNERS
The 2024 Pool and Spa Show will take place in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
About Pleatco, LLCAt Pleatco, quality is our commitment. We are the industry leader in filter and cleaning products. This allows us to provide a cleaner water filtration so that pool and spa owners can have peace of mind and reliability. Our exclusive Pleatco Advanced Point Bonded Fabrics, our Free Flow Cores, and Pure Pleat Technology combine to deliver the high-performance filtration on which service professionals and users have come to rely. Are you ready to dominate the pool with a leader in replacement filters? Make a wise choice. Pleatco is the best choice. Visit www.pleatco.com for more information.
About The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, a non-profit organisation with over 3,700 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 water safety and swimming to introduce more people to the sport, make swimming environments safer, as well as keep pools open for communities. For more information, visit www.phta.org.
About GeneSISGeneSIS teaches, certifies, and connects pool, hot tub, and pool professionals around the globe. GENESIS, a leading provider of water vessel engineering and design courses, has been teaching thousands of students since 1998. GENESIS’ vast curriculum and adherence to standards lead to excellence in education. GENESIS is a member of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance.
About AQUA magazine
AQUA Magazine is the leading trade magazine for pool and spa retailers and builders, as well as service professionals, since 1976. AQUA Magazine’s online and printed pages are a valuable source of information for thousands of hot tub and pool professionals. For more information, visit www.aquamagazine.com.
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