E-246 Pool Nation Podcast - The Next Chapter in Pool Nation Education: Welcoming Doreen King to the Team

In Episode 246 of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar, John, and Zac spill the tea on huge announcements shaping the future of Pool Nation and the pool industry as a whole.

We kick things off by welcoming a new visionary partner, Nidec US Motors, whose innovative approach and focus on education align perfectly with our mission. You’ll hear why this partnership couldn’t come at a better time as pool pros face new challenges with variable speed motor regulations across the country.

Next up, a major milestone for Pool Nation — we officially welcome Doreen King as our new VP of Business and Leadership Development! Doreen shares her incredible journey, career insights, and how she will help us elevate our business education to help pool pros thrive in every stage of their journey — from running solo routes to scaling empires.

The team breaks down the brand-new Pool Nation Path to Growth and Roadmap, unveiling how this strategic framework will support pool pros at each phase of their business evolution. From fundamentals to executive leadership, we’ve built a roadmap to take your business — and YOU — to the next level.

Plus, hear about:

✅ The Executive Edge — a powerful new way to access personalized business and leadership consulting through Pool Nation.
✅ Women’s Summit 2025 — registration is open and already filling up fast!
✅ The Pool Nation Conference — why this will be the only conference focused entirely on the business side of your pool business.

If you’re ready to elevate your mindset, sharpen your leadership skills, and scale smarter, this is a can’t-miss episode.

⏰ Timestamps

[00:00] - Introduction & Studio Vibes
Meet Spider, shoutouts, and kicking off the live show energy.

[06:20] - Healthy Mind, Healthy Biz
Zach shares how small changes in health impact stress and business clarity.

[12:50] - Exciting Announcements
Welcoming new visionary partner: Nidec US Motors.

[22:12] - A Major Addition to Pool Nation
Introducing Doreen King as VP of Business & Leadership Development.

[31:30] - Doreen’s Story
From hospitality and corporate leadership to Pool Nation — her journey and why she said "yes."

[45:55] - The Vision Behind Pool Nation
John and Zach reflect on the 10-year vision and why Doreen fits perfectly.

[57:00] - The Path to Growth
Doreen explains the 4 phases of pool business and what skills each stage demands.

[01:10:48] - The Pool Nation Roadmap
How the Fundamentals, Accelerator, Essentials, and Advantage tracks work and why they matter.

[01:23:00] - Executive Edge
Introducing a new consulting and training solution for pool pros at every level.

[01:28:00] - Final Thoughts
Why this matters, how it elevates the industry, and where you can get involved.