Health benefits are changing quickly. Join Meridio, a trusted partner in the health insurance space, for a 30-minute webinar exploring key trends impacting rates, what’s ahead, and what businesses like yours should consider when planning for 2027. Register for the upcoming webinar on Thursday, September 17 at 1:00–1:30 PM (EST) now! If you’re looking to make more confident health benefit decisions as you plan for EOY and 2027, this webinar is for you — sign-up...

Make the most of your NESPA Membership this fall by taking advantage of upcoming hands-on training courses designed to keep your entire team’s industry skills sharp. Educación en Español will be offered on September 17th and Hands-On Heater Fixes on September 24th.   NESPA’s Educación en Español initiative is here to help Spanish-speaking pool and spa professionals learn, grow, and succeed! Join industry expert Jorge Olivares (GSI Pool Finishes / Gunite...

The latest edition of The Edge Magazine is out now, and the entire issue is available to read online! Dive in and discover the Project Focus, featuring the 2025 People’s Choice Winner of NESPA’s Outstanding Achievement Awards, Grecian Pools International, whose winning project is featured on the cover. Other valuable content within this issue includes business features covering backyard demand in the Northeast, the importance of midyear health benefits check-ins, and balancing...

Entries are now being accepted for the 2026 NESPA Outstanding Achievement Awards! The early-bird discount offer ends in two weeks — make sure to enter early to save big! The Early-Bird Discount Deadline is September 9th and the Final Submission Deadline is October 7th. Don’t miss out on the opportunity for your company to be recognized among the best by entering into any of this year’s competition categories, including Retail, Builders, and Service. Enter...

Lace up your sneakers and enjoy a beautiful fall morning on the scenic trails of Norristown Farm Park on October 11th for the 3rd Annual WITI Walk/Run 5K at Norristown Farm Park! All proceeds benefit Every Child a Swimmer, a program dedicated to ensuring every child has access to life-saving swimming lessons. Come for the run, stay for the cause, and leave knowing you made a difference. REGISTER HERE  Can’t make it to Norristown? You can still be part of the movement! WITI...

The Edge Wins Gold! NESPA's 2026 Q1 edition of The Edge Magazine has earned a Gold Hermes Creative Award for Outstanding Magazine Design! The Hermes Creative Awards are administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP), one of the largest, oldest, and most respected evaluators of creative work in the marketing and communication industry. View the digital edition of The Edge that took home Gold HERE

As pool closing season approaches, now is the time to make sure your team is prepared! The August 19 Winterization of Swimming Pools course is officially full! Due to strong demand, we've added a second session on Wednesday, August 26 — but seats are already filling. Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your team's skills before the busy fall season begins. Wednesday, Aug. 26 - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm - NESPA Headquarters | Hamilton, NJ - Earn 4 CEUs! Register...

Keep yourself safe during peak tick season in the Northeast by learning effective tick prevention tips and best practices in Episode 21 of the Pool Education 101 video series: Tick Prevention. Watch the Video in English or Spanish HERE Jeff shares simple, effective ways to protect yourself from ticks while working in backyards, wooded areas, and other high-risk environments. This video is perfect for pool techs who want to stay safe, healthy, and prepared while working outdoors during...

Entries are now being accepted for the 2026 Outstanding Achievement Awards Competition! Don't miss out on the chance for your amazing work to be honored and celebrated at the 2027 Pool & Spa Show! Don’t settle for just compliments when your work is worthy of top industry accolades! Entering the competition takes just a few minutes, but it can make a world of difference for your company. ENTER TODAY! EARLY DISCOUNT DEADLINE: September 9, 2026 | FINAL DEADLINE: October 7,...

Meridio is an affinity partner of NESPA focused on helping small and growing businesses nationwide make confident health benefits decisions, by offering more affordable health benefit options. Rising healthcare costs and increasing complexity are making health benefits harder to afford and manage. By taking a quick 2-min survey, you’ll receive a cup of coffee on Meridio — obtaining a $10 Starbucks card. This survey will help Meridio better understand the challenges organizations...

Tune in to Episode 20 of the Pool Education 101 Video Series with NESPA trainer, Jeff Hoydis: Tips for Beginner Pool Techs. This video will explore essential tips every beginner pool technician should know before heading out on the job site. Watch the Video in English or Spanish NOW!

Need a reliable service provider who understands the pool and spa industry? Use NESPA's New Affiliate Member Search Tool to connect with trusted professionals like insurance providers, marketing experts, landscapers, and more! Forget the guesswork and endless Google searches, these dedicated professionals support the association and are committed to helping your business succeed.

NESPA is committed to expanding educational opportunities for Spanish-speaking pool and spa professionals and we want your input! What topics would you like to see covered in future classes and programs? To share your ideas and educational needs, please contact Andrea Hernandez, Chapter Services Coordinator via email at AHernandez@nespapool.org or phone at 609-689-9111. Thank you for helping to shape the future of Spanish-language education at NESPA!

Get your team prepared for one of the most critical parts of the pool service calendar with NESPA’s Winterization Course on Wednesday, August 19th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at NESPA Headquarters in Hamilton, NJ. (Earn 4 CEUs!) This 4-hour training session is designed to give pool professionals the knowledge and confidence they need to close pools, the right way - setting the stage for a smoother, stress-free opening in the spring. Whether your team is new to pool closings or looking to...

The Northeast Spa & Pool Association is excited to announce the launch of its’ new chapter, the Pool & Spa Association of Western Pennsylvania (PSAWP)! We hope all of our members across the Northeast will join in welcoming PSAWP as the newest chapter of the NESPA community. This expansion marks an exciting opportunity to connect and support pool and spa professionals throughout Western Pennsylvania.

The latest edition of The Edge Magazine is available now! The entire issue is currently available to read online. This issue features articles on how good communication drives operational success in seasonal pool construction, what every pool pro should know about protecting customer data, the cover story featuring the 2025 Best of Competition – Judge’s Choice Winner in NESPA’s Outstanding Achievement Awards won by Total Pool + Patio, and much more valuable content!

Finally, affordable healthcare for small business owners and their workforce! NESPA Member Benefits include unique forward-thinking plans from Meridio with more choices that put you in control of your healthcare. Providing your team access to the benefits that matter to them has never been easier. Meridio engages and educates your workforce and walks each household through plan options that best fit their needs and budget. NESPA Members can discover an alternative approach to...

Although Water Safety month is coming to a close, the responsibility to keep spreading awareness and educating families on how to be safe in and around the water is an effort that has no off-season. Too many families still experience the heartbreak of drowning, especially involving young children. That is why the NESPA Foundation supports programs with partners like Step Into Swim, Every Child A Swimmer, and Stop Drowning Now. Through these efforts, children and families in our region gain...

The Call for Presentations for the 2027 Pool & Spa Show is now open — but not for long! Submissions are due by June 23rd. The Pool & Spa Show is seeking dynamic, engaging speakers who can deliver valuable technical knowledge, actionable business strategies, and innovative ideas that help attendees grow stronger, smarter businesses. Conference Dates: January 25–28, 2027 │ Exhibits: January 26-28, 2027 │Location: Atlantic City Convention Center │Submission Deadline:...

Throughout the year, NESPA’s network of members across the Northeast are always advocating for water safety, not only by upholding the highest standards in their daily work, but also by coming together for a variety of annual events that raise critical funds for impactful causes. NESPA wanted to highlight a few of these admirable chapter-led initiatives that directly support water safety organizations and programs.

Get ready for Water Safety Month with expert tips from a pool technician's perspective! Throughout the month, NESPA trainer Jeff Hoydis will be sharing practical advice across NESPA’s social media channels and email updates. Look out for helpful insights all May long, including guidance on fences, barriers, alarms, and best practices for prioritizing safety on the job site. Stay tuned and commit to making safety a top priority this season! Make sure to follow NESPA on Facebook...

PHTA is celebrating National Water Safety Month by offering a series of FREE weekly webinars all month long focused on effective water safety practices for pool and spa professionals. NESPA Members have full access to the schedule of webinars, and we hope you’ll take the great opportunity to join in on the discussion and even learn something new! Webinar topics include advancing national water safety initiatives, incorporating education into daily professional practices, applying...

This week, a group of NESPA members stepped away from their businesses to walk the halls of Washington, D.C. to represent their teams and the broader future of the industry. The group joined forces with PHTA to speak directly with lawmakers and decision-makers to ensure our industry’s perspective wasn’t left out of the conversation. If the industry doesn’t show up in those rooms, it leaves others to decide how our businesses will have to operate. Advocacy works best when...

The First Day of May Kicks Off National Water Safety Month! As NESPA members, you're committed to promoting the highest standards in pool and spa safety - not just in May, but all year long! NESPA is excited to offer a FREE member benefit: the NESPA Water Safety Toolkit. Whether you're educating your customers in person or sharing content online, this toolkit has everything you need to amplify water safety awareness in your community.

Throughout every NESPA Chapter, there is always something fun on the calendar to look forward to in the summer season! To ensure that you can attend the upcoming, fun occasions organized for our members to enjoy, save the dates and mark your calendars for the events below that you will not want to miss!

Before the busy and warmer days are upon us, become inspired by the work of your NESPA peers around the region who were named 2025 Outstanding Achievement Award Winners!

View photos, watch the full awards video HERE, and start thinking NOW about the 2026 awards! (submissions opening summer 2026) Congratulations to all of the 2025 Builders, Service, and Retail Winners!

Tune in to Episode 18 of the Pool Education 101 Video Series with NESPA trainer, Jeff Hoydis: Red Tagging Equipment. Understanding red tagging is critical for pool professionals to ensure user safety, avoid any legal liability, and to maintain a positive reputation as a qualified pool technician. In this video Jeff explains when the use of a red tag is necessary, and the steps a pool professional must take to ensure the red tagged equipment's issues are resolved. Watch the Video in...

The 2026 Pool & Spa Show was a fantastic gathering of industry professionals from across the world. As each new year that the show evolves, so does the impressive design of its' exhibitor booths. Among so many impressive and fantastic displays, five stood out among the rest and were presented with the 2026 Joel Caesar Memorial Best Booth Award from 2026 Pool and Spa Show Chairman, Robert Blanda and NESPA Executive Director, Dominick Mondi. 2026 Best Booth Award Winners are...

NESPA’s Quarter Century Club brings together industry leaders to celebrate their longevity in the industry and their contributions to its ongoing success. The members who make up this group meet annually at the Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City. 2026 saw several, new inducted members, and many impressive career milestones and contributions were celebrated among fellow NESPA members. Congratulations to all 2026 Members and NESPA thanks you for all that you have done for the...

At the March 24th CONSPA Membership meeting, Connecticut State Building Inspector Omarys Vasquez discussed upcoming building code revisions, which are anticipated to take effect on July 1, 2026. A significant change involves the barrier code for pool and spa construction: a powered safety cover will no longer be accepted as a replacement for a fence barrier. Read the full article for important notes and full details.

Tune in to Episode 17 of the Pool Education 101 Video Series with NESPA trainer, Jeff Hoydis: The Importance of Water Chemistry Outdoors. This video will explore proper pool testing practices when out on a job site, and basic troubleshooting for viewers to leave this video with the proper knowledge to be an effective pool care maintenance technician! Watch the Video in English or Spanish NOW!

Make sure your team is ready before the busy season of summer is in full swing! Take advantage of the spring training courses offered at NESPA Headquarters in Hamilton, New Jersey. Course attendees earn continuing education units (CEUs) that can be used to obtain and maintain PHTA Certifications. Courses Include Pool Opening Essentials, Hands-On Heater Fixes, and More! NESPA Members Save on Every Registration - Browse Course Offerings Now HERE!

The NESPA Foundation has continued its partnership with Step-Into-Swim as a Diamond Level supporter with a $100,000 donation presented during The 2026 Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City, NJ last month, continuing its multi-year commitment to increasing access to lifesaving swim lessons in and around the Northeast. The NESPA Foundation also presented a $35,000 Step Into Swim grant to the Atlantic City Boys & Girls Club following the tradeshow. Read the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance's...

If you attended the Women In the Industry Workshop at the 2026 Pool & Spa Show, and are looking to continue to connect with fellow Women in the Industry, we hope you’ll take this amazing opportunity to join in on the upcoming virtual session on March 4th at 5 PM for a group-led discussion and open Q&A of the book, 101 Essays That Will Change the Way you Think. Learn More & Register HERE 

One must-stop location to add to your show itinerary is the NESPA Membership Lounge located at Booth #2555. Many NESPA members advise that the membership booth is beloved highlight of their pool and spa show experience every year! You’ll have the opportunity to connect with NESPA leadership, learn about licensing and code requirements in our region, and pick up the latest spring training schedule.

The Industry's Can't-Miss Party is Back! We’re kicking off the 2026 Pool & Spa Show with an unforgettable night of fun, music, and celebration at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City on Monday, January 26 from7:00 – 10:00 pm. The Welcome Party, sponsored by Lyon Financial, is your chance to connect with friends, meet new industry pros, and start your Show experience with energy and excitement!

Your Tech Pass for The Pool & Spa Show gives you access to four days of education, including morning and afternoon sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday. All classes require pre-registration, and high-demand sessions are already filling up! DON'T WAIT! Selecting your classes in advance saves time on-site and guarantees your spot. Read full article for Instructions on how to update your Registration.

This January, the Show Floor is bigger, bolder, and packed with opportunities to grow your business. From hands-on learning to brand-new exhibits, you’ll find everything you need to get ready for the season. As you explore, be sure to add the NEW Gallery and NESPA Foundation Silent Auction to your route!

Starting in December WITI Wednesday Virtual Power-Up Sessions Return! These sessions are FREE to attend and will focus on various, engaging topics throughout the year. Join NESPA's Women in the Industry Every First Wednesday of the Month from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (EST) Live on Zoom. Read on for full course descriptions and registration information.

Can you believe that the Pool & Spa Show is just less than two months away? The next few weeks will fly by and show time will be here before you know it! Before the holiday season has you too occupied, now is the perfect time to register for your courses, secure your hotel rooms, and start planning your pool and spa show experience to get the most out of the Show! The Pool & Spa will take place at the Atlantic City Convention Center - The Education Conference will take place January...

NESPA welcomed over 60 volunteer leaders to our headquarters in Hamilton, New Jersey for the 23rd Annual Congress of Committees. By bringing together leaders from across our region, Congress is one of the most impactful industry networking events held annually. NESPA was excited to have many, first-time attendees who shared their expertise and talents as plans were made and strategic goals set for the year ahead, including attendees from NESPA’s newly established Western...

Have you dedicated 25 years or more to shaping the pool and spa industry? Have you volunteered your time and expertise to NESPA, PHTA, or your local chapter for at least 5 years? If so, you're eligible to join an exclusive group of industry leaders – the prestigious Quarter Century Club! The Quarter Century Club celebrates your unwavering commitment to the pool and spa industry. It's a place to connect with fellow veterans, share your experiences, and be recognized for your...

The Pool and Spa Show’s 2026 Business Courses are built for pool and spa professionals who want to sharpen their skills, solve challenges, and spark growth. From marketing and management to finance and sales, you’ll gain tools that make a real impact! Workshop Alert! Cybersecurity Essentials: How to Recognize & Avoid Online Scams, Phishing & Fraud. This interactive session will show you how to spot phishing emails, fake links, and digital scams...

Whether you’re registering a whole team or just yourself for the 2026 Pool & Spa Show, these tips will help you navigate the registration process smoothly and take full advantage of everything the Show has to offer. We’ve put together these quick, practical tips to help you register with confidence, avoid common mistakes, and make the most of your Show experience! From scoring free passes to choosing the right browser, a few smart moves now will save you time...

NESPA is excited to announce that the popular C201 GENESIS® Construction School: Concrete Pools course is now available in both English and Spanish through our Online Certification Library. Attendees can also engage directly with faculty experts to ask questions, gain insights, and build lasting professional relationships that extend beyond the course. NESPA is proud to expand its educational offerings to better serve our Spanish-speaking members and team members across the industry.

This November, take advantage of NESPA’s virtual learning opportunities! Mark your calendar and register now for our upcoming Tech Tuesday and Business Boost Online sessions. On November 4 - Tech Tuesday: Hayward Gas Pool Heaters will be presented by Charles Lemaire, Hayward District Technical Manager. On November 19 – Business Boost: Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats: Protecting Your Business in an AI-Driven World will be presented by Carl Mazzanti, eMazzanti Technologies....

In memory of Paulette Pitrak and in honor of her boundless energy, NESPA recognizes volunteers who have gone above and beyond to support the association and our industry each year. This Award is NESPA's highest volunteer recognition and honors members who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to our association through their volunteer service. Nominations are now open for the 2025 Award and nominations must be submitted by December 9th, 2025.

The 2026 Pool & Spa Show, powered by NESPA, is less than 100 days away! Register early to save BIG and secure your spot at the industry’s must-attend event! NESPA/PHTA members who register by November 19, 2025, will receive a FREE 4-Day Technical Pass — giving you access to technical sessions all week long! This is the event that sets you up for success in the season ahead — don’t miss it!

Last year, the Northeast Spa & Pool Association in partnership with the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance announced the expansion of its’ membership territory to both Western Pennsylvania and Western New York. To connect with pool and spa professionals interested in helping to grow NESPA’s presence in these regions, Membership Drive Events were recently organized in the Pittsburgh and Rochester region. These two events marked an exciting step forward in NESPA’s...

NESPA’s Women in the Industry are lacing up their sneakers for this year’s second Annual WITI Walk/Run 5K at Norristown Farm Park on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Every participant’s contribution will be supporting Every Child a Swimmer, helping to fund swim lesson grants across the Northeast! Come for the run, stay for the cause, and leave knowing that you made a difference! Can’t make it to Norristown? You can still be part of the movement! WITI Walk Virtual lets you...