passionate about resonates with others.”
Both Baker and Melo thanked their co-workers, family, as well as Pleatco and its co-sponsors.
With more than 100 contestants, Pleatco once again expanded the contest and created additional awards. Seth Soltow, Pleatco President, said that during their final interviews, they were so impressed by the caliber and diversity of the many individuals that they felt it was proper to recognize the outstanding achievements of several other entrants.
In that spirit, special awards were given to: Pleatco Lifetime Achievement Award 2021 – Helmut Heckersbruch – Seychelles Pool& Spa, CA.
Pleatco Young Achiever Award 2021 – Dana Herens – Nautix Lifeguards and Maintenance, GA.
Pleatco Customer Service Award 2021 – Luis Cervantes – Goodall Pools & Spas, PA.
Pleatco Rising Star Award 2021 Devin Miller – Poolwerx, AZ.
Battista Remati, Pleatco Chief Marketing Officer, said they thank all those who entered, nominated, and voted in Pleatco’s 14th Annual Perfect Pool Guy and Gal Contest.
“We have been truly overwhelmed by the sheer quality of the nominations and the thousands of votes cast,” Remati said. “The entries were compelling and heartfelt across the board.”
The official awards ceremony will be held Wednesday, November 17, at 1 p.m. in the Pleatco Booth: 2721 The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo 2021 – Dallas, Texas.
