Cover Valet Appoints Crystal Lengua-Rowell as Vice President of Canadian Operations
Cover Valet announced the appointment of Crystal Lengua-Rowell as vice president of Canadian operations.
Lauren Cotter — 30 Under 40 2024
Lauren Cotter has worked in every aspect of the pool and spa business and has experienced the highs and lows that come with it.
Episode #23, Capitalizing on Shows with Norm Coburn
Norm Coburn from New England Spas in the Boston metro has been attending the industry trade shows for 30+ years. In this episode he tells us when he starts planning for the show (six months in advance!), what he tries to accomplish when he’s there and his strategy for shows. Norm shares how the industry…
Expand Your Market and Your Mind
In 1996, Jennifer Landi purchased what would become Landi Pools & Games in Vineland, New Jersey. Her husband, Tom, says neither had much knowledge of the products and equipment available, but that changed when they attended the Northeast Spa & Pool Association’s Atlantic City trade show. “We realized that, if someone had an open mind…
Trade Show Pros, Cons and Tips
Dave Cintorino president • Home Escapes • Washington, D.C. Do you plan to attend an industry trade show this winter? Yes, I will be attending the Orlando show as I have before. How do you divide your time at a show? I spend most of my time looking at product. The seminars are not really…
Where Do You Ask for Help?
If you had been married 25 years and were having relationship problems, would you schedule an appointment with a 21-year-old college graduate? I have a hunch the advice provided wouldn’t help a lot. On the other hand, suggestions from an older couple probably would. Last year, I spent three days providing free coaching sessions for…
2016 IPSPE
CONFERENCE Oct. 30 to Nov. 4 EXPO Nov. 2 to 4 LOCATION Ernest N. Morial Convention Center NEW ORLEANS EXHIBIT HOURS Wednesday, Nov. 2 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. SPECIAL EVENTS APSP WAVE NETWORK RECEPTION WAVE Young Professionals Network Event…