I would like to formally submit Max O’Brien for nomination as Poolman of the year. I’ve known Max for about 15 years and I can honestly say he exemplifies what a leader he is in the pool industry. Max started off working with his dad at a very early age as a maintenance mechanic at hotels. His parents taught him the value of hard work and helping others which drives Max today to succeed and have compassion to help other. Max started his pool career with a large pool company in Ventura County and worked his way up to be a Supervisor.  He decided to give it a go with starting his own company and today he is considered to be one of the best in the business.  The following list is a small list of Max accomplishments:

Jandy Warranty Rep

Raypak consultant for their new heater

Volunteer pool services for Ventura March of Dimes

Volunteer to install pool for Make a Wish  Foundation

IPSSA President for 2 terms

IPSSA Sick route Coordinator

IPSSA Treasure

IPSSA Regional Director

Ventura County Sherrif Search and Rescue Trainer

Provides Technical support for IPSSA members

Provides equipment installation for IPSSA members

Provides CPR Training for IPSSA Members

Provides Health Department regulation training for IPSSA members

 I’ve been the pool industry for over 20 years starting off with Jandy as a Q.A manager and new product development Engineer. I can honestly say I have never met anyone who could meet my expectations but Max sure comes pretty close. We don’t hang out together but I trust him enough to oversee the sale of my business in the case of my death.