Talking Pools Podcast Announces 2025 Mentor Awards Finalists and Sponsorship Lineup
July 19, 2025 – Gainesville, Florida – The Talking Pools Podcast is proud to announce the 2025 Mentor of the Year Award Finalists, a prestigious honor recognizing mentorship excellence in the swimming pool industry. Out of 67 outstanding nominees, the Top 10 Mentors have now been selected. Their names will be officially revealed the first week of August 2025.
The Talking Pools Podcast Mentor of the Year Award was created to spotlight the leaders, teachers, and role models who go above and beyond to support the next generation of pool professionals. These individuals don’t just share knowledge—they shape careers, empower peers, and elevate the entire industry.
contest information Talking Pools Podcast Mentor Award
This year’s award program is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors:
- Title Sponsor: BlueRay XL – Innovators in non-toxic pool water enhancement and committed advocates for professional excellence in the field.
- Gold Sponsor: LaMotte Company – Industry leaders in water testing solutions and ongoing supporters of pool education and training.
- Gold Sponsor: Revvdup Apparel – The go-to apparel brand for modern pool professionals, where style meets hustle.
The Top 10 finalists are currently under final review by an independent panel consisting of Talking Pools Podcast hosts and representatives from our sponsors. From this group, one winner will be crowned Mentor of the Year and awarded a custom championship title belt during a live recognition event this fall (location and date to be announced).
“We created this award because mentorship deserves more than just a thank you—it deserves a spotlight,” says Rudy Stankowitz, Talking Pools Podcast host and industry veteran. “The response was incredible. These nominees are not just skilled—they’re impactful. They’re changing lives out there.”
Stay tuned to the Talking Pools Podcast and MentorAward.com for updates, finalist bios, and the official announcement in August.
For media inquiries or partnership opportunities, please contact:
Rudy Stankowitz
Email: rudy@cpoclass.com
Website: www.MentorAward.com
About Talking Pools Podcast
The Talking Pools Podcast is the first multi-host, multi-perspective weekly podcast covering the swimming pool industry. With listeners across the U.S., Canada, Australia, and beyond, the show is known for its blend of technical knowledge, business insights, and the occasional chlorine-soaked rant. Learn more at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-pools-podcast/id1568722218
