Episode 215: Business Planning and Leslie's Hayward Equipment Promotion with Chad Christensen
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Episode Summary:\\xa0
Today, we sit down once again with Chad Christensen the Group Vice President of Wholesale at Leslie\\u2019s.\\xa0
Listen in as Chad breaks down the three main pillars that Leslie aims to be for the pool trade professional: to help them save time, to save money, and to serve as a valuable resource. That convenience lies in the fact that Leslie\\u2019s now has over 915 retail stores, 50 pro stores, and over 17 commercial centers. As Chad proudly says, \\u201cWe are where the pool routes are.\\u201d\\xa0
Chad speaks on Leslie\\u2019s advantage to all pool professionals and how the company has prepared itself as a valuable resource even in trying economic times. As the episode comes to a close, Chad speaks on Leslie\\u2019s recent collaboration with Hayward and how they aim to provide value to professionals in the industry.\\xa0
Topics Discussed:\\xa0
- 02:24 - What Leslie has to offer pool trade professionals\\xa0
- 07:55 - How to save money with Leslie\\u2019s\\xa0
- 14:48 - Leslie\\u2019s advantage for pool trade professionals\\xa0
- 19:53 - Leslie\\u2019s WSR team members\\xa0
- 23:10 - Planning your business with Leslie\\u2019s\\xa0
- 29:10 - Projecting for next season\\xa0
- 32:12