Pentair Pools recently recognized seven outstanding pool industry professionals at their Pool Pro Awards ceremony before the Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City, N.J., on Monday, January 27.
Individuals were honoured for their unwavering dedication, expertise, and commitment to shaping the future of the pool and spa industry. Winners were selected based on their significant contributions, industry impact, and dedication to improving pool experiences for businesses and homeowners.
The winners are:
- Pro Award—Keith Smith, head of renovations at Collins Pool Management
- Pro Award—Amber Gardner, director of client services at Heritage Pools
- Lifetime Achievement Award—Jacob Fladhammer, owner of Emerald Pools and Spas
- Emerging Leader Award—Anthony Basilicato, regional vice-president at Pool Troopers
- Advancing Technology Award—Joe Dempsey, CEO at Aquality Construction
- Safety Advocate Award—Dan Dumas, director of global business development at My Aquatic Services
- Pleatco Pioneer Award—Salvador Hernández, owner of Piscinas Itzi
