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E-272 Pool Nation Podcast – 35 Years, 5 Guests, 1 Epic Episode β€” Pool Nation Unplugged

πŸ“… November 3, 2025 ⏱️ 2:03:09 🎀 Edgar De Jesus, John, Zach Nicholas, Jennifer Melee, Kristen Melo, Megan High Totower, Alicia Row, Casey McGovern, Jamie Novak, Chris Marano, Sabina Hickman, Jeannie Mlesson, Jeff Hendrickson, Todd Perry, Corey Wax, Michael Krauss

Chapters

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  • 0:51
    Best of Pool Nation
    Edgar welcomes listeners to a special 'best of' episode, featuring highlights and guest segments from previous shows.
  • 3:24
    Water Safety Champion
    Casey McGovern shares her tragic personal story of losing her daughter to drowning and her dedication to promoting water safety through her 'Every Child a Swimmer' program.
  • 29:00
    Natural Chemistry History
    Chris Marano and Jamie Novak discuss the 35-year history of Natural Chemistry, including its unique origins from a chemical engineer's surfactant technology and its growth in the pool industry.
  • 50:22
    PHTA's Industry Impact
    Sabina Hickman, Jeannie Mlesson, and Jeff Hendrickson from PHTA talk about their roles, the organization's focus on education and professionalism, and challenges faced during industry changes.
  • 1:18:19
    Aquastar's Dream Team
    Todd Perry introduces new Aquastar team members Corey Wax and Michael Krauss, highlighting their passion for the industry and Aquastar's commitment to innovation and talent acquisition.

Speakers

E
Edgar De Jesus
Host β€” reigning champion of Marco Polo
J
John
Host β€” the fastest net in the West
Z
Zach Nicholas
Host β€” the Pool Boy
J
Jennifer Melee
K
Kristen Melo
M
Megan High Totower
A
Alicia Row
C
Casey McGovern
Every Child a Swimmer
J
Jamie Novak
C
Chris Marano
National Plasters Council
S
Sabina Hickman
PHTA
J
Jeannie Mlesson
PHTA
J
Jeff Hendrickson
PHTA
T
Todd Perry
Aquastar
C
Corey Wax
Aquastar
M
Michael Krauss
Aquastar

Key Takeaways

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Prioritize water safety education for clients, emphasizing the 'ripple effect' of even small oversights, as a crucial part of pool maintenance and client responsibility.

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Cultivate a strong company culture that values employees and fosters collaboration, as exemplified by Natural Chemistry's long-term success built on a team-first approach.

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Embrace innovation and be willing to challenge the status quo with new products and services that truly address industry needs, similar to Aquastar's approach with their pipeline filter.

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Invest in continuous education and professional development, both for yourself and your team, by utilizing resources like PHTA's virtual courses and networking opportunities.

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Actively engage with industry associations and events to build relationships, share best practices, and contribute to the overall elevation and professionalism of the pool and spa industry.

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Understand that long-term success in the pool industry often comes from solving real problems for clients and offering genuine solutions, rather than just selling products.

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