Pool Corp is an American company that operates as a wholesaler for pool, spa, and outdoor equipment. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Covington, Louisiana. It is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange and employs over 5,500 employees. The history of Pool Corp began in the 1970s when founder Manuel Perez de la Mesa worked as the deputy director of a pool renovation company. In the 1980s, he purchased a small pool supply company called SCP Distributors and began expanding nationwide. The company was eventually renamed Pool Corp and is now the leading wholesaler of pool and equipment supplies in North America. Pool Corp's business model is based on selling pool and spa equipment to retailers, pool builders, and service companies in North America and Europe. The company offers a wide range of products, including lighting, filters, pumps, chemicals, heaters, cleaning equipment, covers, and more. Pool Corp operates two main divisions: Pool Corp USA and SCP Europe. The Pool Corp USA division serves customers in the USA and Canada, while SCP Europe serves customers in Europe. Both divisions offer a similar range of products but with different market coverage. Both Pool Corp USA and SCP Europe have extensive networks of 3,500 and 2,500 customers, respectively, including retail stores, pool builders, and service companies. These customers ensure that Pool Corp has a constant demand for products and the company is able to remain competitive in the market. Pool Corp also offers a variety of additional services, including training for pool construction, marketing support for retailers, and customer support for service companies. With this additional service, Pool Corp can satisfy its customers and improve customer loyalty. The products offered by Pool Corp include various brands of pool and spa equipment, including Hayward, Pentair, Zodiac, Polaris, and Jandy. These brands are known for their quality and reliability and are highly sought after by customers. Pool Corp has expanded its business in recent years through strategic acquisitions. The company has acquired a number of companies to expand its product offerings and strengthen its market position. Some of the acquisition targets include Superior Pool Products, Horizon Distributors, Master Pools Guild, and Paddock Pool Equipment. These acquisitions have allowed Pool Corp to offer a wider range of products. Overall, Pool Corp is a leading wholesaler of pool and outdoor equipment in North America and Europe. The company is known for its wide range of products, excellent customer service, and high-quality service. With its extensive network of customers and its ability to respond to the market, Pool Corp remains able to succeed in the competitive pool and spa market.