Episode 98: Mitch Katz - Land of Elite: Why Systems, Processes, and Coaching are Key to Making Progress
Mitch shares his story with us about how he grew up in the family business and he learned from a young age the amount of grit it takes to run a business. After graduating from college Mitch knew he wanted to be involved in the business and has put that college education to use by integrating many new systems and processes.
Episode 97: Pool Openings with Chas Bogardus of Budd’s Pools & Spas
In this episode, we sat down with Chas Bogardus of Budd’s Pools & Spas to discuss all things Pool Openings. This is a topic that we are not too familiar with being from Arizona, so we thought it was best to talk to an expert about it.
Episode 96: Industry Crossover - Brian Fullerton: Stop Making Excuses and Put in the Work
This week we sat down with Brian Fullerton of Brian’s Lawn Maintenance and the Fullerton Unfiltered Podcast. Brian is doing some amazing things in the lawn maintenance space through his popular YouTube channel and now podcast. We wanted to have him on to share his story and talk about what it takes to be successful.
Episode 95: Orenda Technologies - Eric Knight: Why You Should Start Using the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI)
We had the opportunity to sit down with Eric Knight of Orenda Technologies to discuss the Langelier Saturation Index also referred to as the LSI.
Episode 94: Lyon Financial with Sarah Bess: How to Offer Pool Financing Options to Your Customers
In this episode, we sat down with Sarah Bess who is the Director of Marketing and Dealer Services for Lyon Financial. She jokingly refers to financing as the little “F” word that people throw around, but do not really understand and after recording the episode with her, we agree.
Episode 93: Bianchi Design - Kirk Bianchi: Luxury Pool Design Inspired by Art, Architecture, and Photography
In this episode, we sat down with Kirk Bianchi who is the owner of Bianchi Design and whose mission is to transform ordinary backyards into “waterscapes” or custom works of art. Bianchi’s design approach was inspired by a trip he took to Japan as a senior in high school.
Episode 92: COVID-19 Coronavirus: Pool Industry Resources with Sabeena, Janay, and Jennifer of PHTA
In this episode we sat down with Sabeena Hickman, Janay Rickwalder, and Jennifer Hatfield of the Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), to discuss their recent efforts in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus crisis.
Episode 91: Structure Studios with Noah Nehlich: Analyzing the Leading 3D Pool Design Software
We sat down with Structure Studios founder Noah Nehlich. They are the creators of the industry's leading pool design software Pool Studio and landscaping software VizTerra. Noah’s journey is the true definition of what it is like to be an entrepreneur. Continue to listen.
Episode 90: 1099 Independent Contractor or W-2 Employee: Breaking Down the Difference with Rich, Javier, and Dustin
We sat down with our good friends Rich Gallo of Pure Swim, Javier Payan of Payan Pools, and Dustin Anderson of Precision Aquatics to discuss 1099 Independent Contractors and W-2 Employees.
Episode 89: Approaching the Pool Industry Using a Corporate World Mindset with Mike and Jacob of Sparkle & Splash Pool Care
In this episode, we sat down with Mike and Jacob of Sparkle and Splash Pool Care. Mike & his wife Amy started the company in 2007 when they moved from the Bay Area to Tucson, AZ.
Episode 88: Establishing Core Values and a Clear Company Vision with Michael Erath of The Traction Hub
In this episode, we sat down with Michael Erath who is the owner of The Traction Hub in Scottsdale, AZ. In the first 15 years of his career, Michael grew two businesses to over 45 million in revenue and over 200 employees.
Episode 87: Leak Detection with Lance and Brad of Anderson Manufacturing Company
For this episode, we sat down with Lance Anderson and Brad Madison of Anderson Manufacturing Company to discuss all things leak detection.