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O2 Forms New Pool Services Platform
O2 Investment Partners announced today that it has invested in and partnered with The Aqua Doctor, Chaikin Ultimate Pools, Cool Pool & Spa, Gorlin Pools and Spas, and Rainbow Pools to form a new pool services platform. The platform and partnership will help support the companies’ aggressive organic and M&A growth strategy. Terms of the investments were not disclosed.
The combination brings together five best-in-class companies to create a leading pool services platform that serves customers throughout New York and New Jersey. The platform’s member companies share a resolute focus on service quality and customer service and offer a comprehensive suite of services, including pool maintenance and repair, pool and equipment upgrades and renovations, and pool design and building. The management team has always taken an active role in pool industry volunteer and leadership positions, striving to make the industry better and safer for all participants, which will be further amplified by this partnership.
The leadership groups have maintained significant ownership in the platform, and each member company will continue to be led by its current management teams. The companies will be supported by an executive leadership team led by CEO John Tisera, which will help drive growth and integration.
“Each member of this group has been individually successful over the past many decades, but together we had a vision that if we could combine forces, the whole would be greater than the sum of our parts,” said Kyle Chaikin, Co-President of Chaikin Ultimate Pools. “O2 was the perfect partner because they embraced our vision, and their investment will provide access to shared resources, technology, and operational excellence that will take us to new heights.”
William Laffrey at O2 commented, “We are thrilled to partner with this group of highly-skilled operators with industry-leading reputations. We believe there are significant tailwinds driving growth for pool care, and we are fortunate to have found such strong operators and look forward to building an industry leader together.”
The pool services platform is the fifth platform investment for O2’s most recent fund, O2 Investment Partners Fund IV.
The partnership was made possible by PennantPark Investment Advisors, LLC, who provided financing for the transaction.
About the Platform
The platform is composed of five leading, independent, full-service pool service and installation companies operating throughout New York and New Jersey. The platform collectively offers a comprehensive suite of services, including pool maintenance and repair, pool and equipment upgrades and renovations, and pool design and building. The platform is growing its footprint throughout the United States and is actively engaging in partnership discussions with operators looking to accelerate growth.
About O2 Investment Partners
O2 Investment Partners is a Midwestern based private equity firm that seeks to invest in lower middle market B2B services, technology, and select industrial companies. The firm invests in businesses with earnings growth potential and a clear path to the creation of shareholder value. O2 invests with a view toward partnering with management to build and grow the business and take it to its next stage of development. This requires not only a clear vision and strategic plan to create shareholder value, but a close partnership and alignment of interest with management. Additional information is available at www.o2investment.com.
JED Pool Tools, manufacturer of swimming pool maintenance equipment and accessories, was pleased to recently receive a ‘Customer Excellence Award’ from Estes Freight company, the largest privately held freight transportation company in North America. This award recognizes customers that demonstrate strong shipment values, revenue growth, and foster a collaborative relationship. This award celebrates a few select customers for outstanding engagement, enabling a strategic partnership, and committing to mutual success.
“We’re pleased to earn such high recognition from a leader like Estes,” said Glenn Jonelunas Manager of Warehouse Operations at JED Pool Tools. “We’re honored to be recognized for this award, which is a reflection of the well-established and trusted partnership we’ve built together.”
The Estes Customer Excellence Award was created to recognize and celebrate customers who exemplify outstanding collaboration, commitment and service. Estes presented JED Pool Tools with a celebratory cake and plaque.
About JED Pool Tools
JED Pool Tools has been making high-quality pool tools and pool accessories in the USA for 30 years. JED Pool Tools sells over 400 different products including residential and commercial skimmers, leaf rakes, poles, wall brushes and vacuum heads as well as hoses and through-wall skimmer parts. JED is a family-run company with 3-generations of Heyen family working for the company and is committed to creating and providing jobs for residents of Scranton, PA. JED isproud of and committed to manufacturing in the USA, many it its own facility in Scranton, PA. To learn more about the company and its products visit www.JEDPoolTools.com.
About Estes
Estes is North America’s largest privately owned freight carrier. As an asset-based transportation provider with a global footprint, Estes combines nearly a century of regional freight shipping expertise with the resources, reach, and reliability of a national carrier. Backed by its more than 300 North American terminals and nearly 7,000 next-day lanes, as well as its fleet of more than 10,500 tractors, Estes is committed to getting America’s freight where it needs to go, when it needs to get there. And with its continued investment in leading-edge technology, as well as the support of its more than 24,000 employees. To learn more about Estes visit www.estes-express.com.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL ‒ We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership between AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc. and Devin Cahn Associates (DCA)—a highly respected sales agency with deep roots in the pool and spa industry.
Beginning next month, DCA will represent AquaCal and AutoPilot products in key markets across the U.S. Their team brings trusted relationships, real-world experience, and a hands-on approach that aligns with how we do business.
Founded by Devin Cahn, a long-time leader in the pool and spa space with over 40 years of industry experience, DCA has grown into a national team of professional reps focused on building strong relationships and driving results.
👉 Learn more about DCA
Please join us in welcoming the DCA team to the AquaCal AutoPilot family.
We’re looking forward to a strong partnership built on shared values, expert support, and continued growth.
Media Contact:
Michiko Prussing
Product Manager AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc.
MONROEVILLE, PA – RB Retail & Service Solutions software, supplier of business software designed specifically for the pool and spa industry, is pleased to announce it has hired Taylor Sleeman as the company’s new Business Sales Consultant. In this new role, Sleeman partners with pool and spa companies to help them modernize and grown their business operations. “I take a consultative approach to sales by focusing on understanding each company’s challenges and aligning these needs with the RB Retail & Service software tools to improve efficiency and profitability for pool and spa businesses,” says Sleeman who has over 10 years of sales experience and a proven track record of helping businesses adopt technology that drives measurable growth.
“We are very pleased to have Taylor on our team as she has already connected with many pool and spa businesses to help adopt and implement our industry-specific software for the 2026 season,” says Rachael Pritz, Vice President for the company. “She is already an invaluable asset to our company.” To contact Taylor and learn more about how RB Retail & Service Solutions software can help your pool and spa business this coming season, email [email protected].
866-933-9099
Monroeville, PA
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