Founded in 1989, Aquatics International is the only publication devoted exclusively to the commercial and public swimming pool industries. The magazine provides detailed information on designing, building, maintaining, promoting, managing, programming and outfitting aquatics facilities.
 Aquatics International serves a readership that includes:
• park and recreation agencies
• colleges/universities/high schools
• YMCAs/YWCAs
• water/theme parks
• fitness clubs
• hotels/resorts
• community centers
• rehab centers/hospitals
• government and military installations
• campgrounds
• architects/engineers
Additionally, the magazine provides information to contractors, consulting firms, manufacturers, distributors, service companies and others allied to the field. Now, we’ve expanded our reach to a virtual realm.
Aquatics International is owned by Hanley Wood, the leading business-to-business media company serving the pool and spa, housing, and construction industries. Founded in 1976, Hanley Wood has more than 500 employees and is made up of five units, including a magazine division that publishes 22 trade magazines and an exhibition division for trade shows. Hanley Wood is owned by J.P. Morgan Partners LLC, the private equity affiliate of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.
WORKING TOGETHER
Today, the Aquatics International Editorial, Sales and Production departments — as well as numerous contributing writers and consultants — produce the magazine, Website, AI Connect, enewsletter, two Action Pack card decks, various supplements and an annual directory.
Aquatics International is proud to have these dedicated professionals on its editorial advisory board:
| Tom Griffiths, Ed.D. |
Aquatic Safety Rearch Group |
| Jane Katz, Ed. D. |
John Jay College of Criminal Justice |
| Adolph Kiefer |
Kiefer Sports Group |
| Charles M. Neuman |
Water Technology Inc. |
| Alison Osinski, Ph.D. |
Aquatic Consulting Services |
| Thomas Saldarelli |
Lawson Aquatics |
| John Spannuth |
U.S. Water Fitness Association |
| Craig Stuart |
HydroFit Inc. |
| Wolf Vierich |
Vitalia Group |
| Tom Werts |
Aquatic Safety Consulting |
| Kent Williams |
Professional Pool Operators of America |
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