In episode 223, Edgar, John, and Zac dive into the Pool Nation Conference and the Pool Nation Awards, recapping the incredible highlights, key moments, and memorable takeaways from both events. They share insights from the first-ever conference, discuss the feedback received from attendees, and celebrate the award winners who exemplify excellence in the pool industry.

The hosts also talk about the behind-the-scenes efforts, the community support that made these events possible, and their vision for next year’s events. This episode is packed with laughs, heartfelt stories, and plenty of gratitude for the Pool Nation family. Tune in to hear how the events came together and the exciting plans for 2025!

Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Intro: Welcome to the Pool Nation Podcast. Edgar introduces John, JJ Flawless, and Zac, the Pool Boy, Nicholas.
• [00:02:00] Lighthearted Chaos: Funny pre-show moments, iced coffee disasters, and behind-the-scenes antics.
• [00:05:00] Reflecting on the Conference: Zach shares his excitement and takeaways from the Pool Nation Conference, focusing on the hunger for business education.
• [00:11:00] Business Courses Demand: John discusses the overwhelming interest in business courses and plans to expand on this for future events.
• [00:18:00] Behind the Magic: Edgar highlights the collaborative effort of the Pool Nation team, vendors, and partners in making the events successful.
• [00:28:00] Pool Nation Awards Recap: Celebrating the winners, the energy in the room, and the emotional moments during the announcements.
• [00:38:00] Award Winners Highlight: Sharing the standout winners of the Pool Nation Awards, including Pool Girl of the Year, Retailer of the Year, and Builder of the Year.
• [00:45:00] Gratitude for Volunteers: Recognizing the tireless efforts of volunteers, family, and supporters who made the events seamless.
• [00:49:00] Future Plans: Looking ahead to next year’s conference in Las Vegas and incorporating attendee feedback.
• [00:55:00] Closing Thoughts: The hosts reflect on the camaraderie and magic of the events, sharing their gratitude for the Pool Nation community.

Sponsors Mentioned:

• Ultimate Pool Tools
• SPPA
• Pool Invoice
• BluRay XL
• Aquastar Pipeline Filters
• Natural Chemistry
• Raypak
• Hayward

Closing: Thank you to the Pool Nation family for your continued support. Stay tuned for updates on future events and follow us on social media for more pool industry content. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Don’t forget to check out the Pool Nation Awards gallery at poolnationawards.com.