MRT Associates have made it official, announcing that Gary Ferguson will now serve as the company’s vice president of sales — aquatic and parks segment. As part of the job Ferguson will be responsible for continuing the company’s growth plans in the aquatic and parks segment. He will also be focusing his efforts on hiring…
Automatic Pool Covers, Inc. hired Erin Brothers as the company’s new director of human relations. Brothers has over 18 years of progressive human resource and people management experience across multiple industries including healthcare, nonprofit, professional motorsports and consulting. She has been an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management and IndySHRM, and has…
Haviland Enterprises, Inc. a globally recognized manufacturer and distributor of specialty and commodity chemistry, recently hired RJ Wetzel as Mid-Atlantic regional sales manager for the company’s pool and spa division. Weztel will be responsible for growing the company’s presence in the Mid-Atlantic region. He will provide product support and technical assistance for existing customers, as…
Latham Pool Products Inc., provider of residential in-ground pools and accessories in North America, Australia and New Zealand, has hired Josh Cowley as the company’s new chief commercial officer. In his new role, Cowley will lead Latham’s global sales organization and focus on driving strategic sales initiatives to achieve the company’s new business and growth…
Haviland Enterprises, Inc., a globally recognized manufacturer and distributor of specialty and commodity chemistry, recently hired Mackenzie Klahr to join its team as marketing manager. Klahr will be responsible for developing and executing marketing strategy across the company’s two divisions, Haviland Consumer Products, Inc. and Haviland Products Company. In addition, she will work with the…
Latham Pool Products Inc., manufacturer of in-ground residential swimming pools and accessories, announced the appointment of Kaushal Dhruv to the position of chief information officer. Dhruv will provide leadership and support to the information technology and project management team. “From an IT perspective, we are working toward innovative solutions for the company both internally and…
In July, David Collier joined POOLCORP as the vice president of operations and supply chain, reporting directly to POOLCORP president and CEO, Pete Arvan. Collier will take over sourcing and will be responsible for leading the operations and logistics teams, as well as the CSLs. Collier comes to POOLCORP from Arrow Electronics, a $30 billion…
BioLab, makers of chemicals for the pool and spa industry, hired Kurt Fehl as district sales manager for the NC Brands Division. Fehl will be working with all Natural Chemistry, SeaKlear, AquaPill and Pro Series customers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland. Fehl comes to BioLab after working over 25 years operating a retail…
Specialty chemical manufacturer and leading industry educator Orenda Technologies announced the hiring of Joe Sweazy as executive vice president of sales. Sweazy has more than 22 years of professional experience in the testing and treatment of swimming pools and spas. Sweazy will be responsible for developing and implementing sales strategy while engaging and directing the…
Haviland Contract Manufacturing, chemical formulation and contract packager for industrial, retail (including pool and spa) and medical device cleaning industries, announced the hiring of Dan Burke as account manager for the company. Haviland sales manager Kevin Nicholas applauds the addition of Burke to his team. “We’re fortunate to have Dan rejoin us as Haviland’s business…
Hayward Industries, Inc., global manufacturer and marketer of residential and commercial pool equipment, announced that Kevin P. Holleran has been named president and CEO, effective immediately. Holleran succeeds Clark Hale, who departs after a seven-year tenure with the company. Holleran will also join Hayward’s board of directors. “Hayward is a global market leader with an…
Rico Rock, makers of cast concrete rock for use in waterfalls, stairs, deck and landscaping applications, has hired Scott Monk as the company’s new national sales manager. Scott will be responsible for managing all sales and customer service for Rico Rock, including management of all sales rep groups, distributors and face–to–face work with the company’s…