• The W.W. Grainger of pool supplies.
• Sysco for the pool and spa industry.
• The Home Depot for pool builders.

• Pool Equipment: Essential components for pool operation and maintenance, including pumps, filters, heaters, automatic cleaners, and lighting systems.
• Chemicals: Products for water sanitation, balancing, and treatment, such as chlorine, pH adjusters, and algaecides.
• Building Materials: Supplies used in the construction, renovation, and surfacing of pools, including liners, tile, coping, and plaster finishes.
• Pool Accessories: Items that enhance the functionality and enjoyment of pools, such as covers, ladders, diving boards, and safety equipment.
• Outdoor Living Products: A broader category encompassing items related to spas, outdoor kitchens, landscaping, and other backyard leisure components.

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Peter D. Arvan President and Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Arvan has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of POOLCORP since 2019, having joined the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in 2017. Prior to his tenure at POOLCORP, he was Chief Executive Officer of Roofing Supply Group from 2013 to 2015, which was a large roofing distributor in the U.S. He also served as President of SABIC Polymershapes (formerly GE Plastics - Polymershapes) from 2004 to 2013. From 1988 to 2004, Mr. Arvan held various management positions at GE Supply.

Melanie M. Hart Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

Mrs. Hart was named Senior Vice President in 2024 and has served as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Pool Corporation since 2021. She joined POOLCORP in 2006 as the Senior Director of Corporate Accounting, progressing to Corporate Controller in 2007, Chief Accounting Officer in 2008, and Vice President in 2019. Before joining POOLCORP, Mrs. Hart spent twelve years as a Senior Manager in the Assurance and Advisory Business Services Practice at Ernst & Young LLP.

Jennifer M. Neil Senior Vice President, Secretary and Chief Legal Officer

Ms. Neil has served as Senior Vice President of POOLCORP since February 2024 and as Chief Legal Officer since joining the company in 2003. She has also served as POOLCORP's Secretary since 2005, and was named Vice President in 2018.

Todd R. Marshall Vice President and Chief Information Officer

Mr. Marshall was promoted to Chief Information Officer in 2019. He has been with Pool Corporation since 2004, serving as IT Director beginning in 2008 and Senior IT Director since 2017. Throughout his career at the company, Mr. Marshall has held several management positions.

Ike Mihaly Vice President of Operations & Supply Chain

Mr. Mihaly joined POOLCORP in March 2022 as the Vice President of Operations & Supply Chain. Prior to this role, he was the Vice President of Supply Chain for Beacon Roofing Supply. Mr. Mihaly also held various management positions at General Electric from 2001 to 2014, including Sourcing and Inventory Manager, Sourcing Director, and Global Commodity Leader. He is a military veteran, having served four years as a US Army Armor Officer.

Pool Corporation (NASDAQ: POOL) is the world's largest distributor of swimming pool supplies, equipment, and related outdoor living products. The addressable markets for their main products and services are substantial across various regions.

Swimming Pool Equipment

• The global swimming pool equipment market is projected to be approximately USD 14.22 billion in 2025.
• In North America, the swimming pool equipment market is estimated to be around USD 5.69 billion in 2025.

Swimming Pool Chemicals and Maintenance Products

• The global swimming pool chemical market is estimated at approximately USD 1.44 billion in 2025.
• For the U.S. alone, the swimming pool treatment chemicals market is projected to be approximately USD 0.43 billion in 2025.

Products for Pool Construction and Renovation

• The U.S. swimming pool construction market, which includes products for new pool construction and renovation, is valued at approximately USD 16.5 billion in 2025.

Outdoor Living Products

• The global outdoor living product market is estimated at approximately USD 163.96 billion in 2025.
• In North America, the outdoor living product market was valued at approximately USD 65.0 billion in 2023.

Pool Corporation (NASDAQ: POOL) is anticipated to drive future revenue growth over the next two to three years through a combination of strategic initiatives and resilient market demand. Key drivers include:

1. Sustained Demand for Maintenance Products: The company consistently benefits from stable and resilient demand for non-discretionary maintenance products for existing swimming pools. This foundational demand provides a steady revenue stream regardless of broader economic fluctuations affecting discretionary spending.
2. Strategic Network Expansion: POOL is actively expanding its operational footprint by opening new sales centers (greenfield expansion) and acquiring additional locations. The company aims for 8 to 10 new sales centers for the full year and added four new locations in the third quarter of 2025, which directly contributes to increased market penetration and customer reach.
3. Growth in Private Label Offerings: Investments in and commitment to private label products are expected to drive volume gains, enhance gross margins, and offer a differentiated market position. Strong growth in private-label chemical sales has already been observed.
4. Increased Adoption of Digital Tools (Pool360): The company's digital platform, Pool360, is seeing rising adoption, reaching an all-time high of 17% of total sales in the third quarter of 2025. This digital engagement improves customer experience and operational efficiency, thereby supporting future sales growth.
5. Pricing Optimization Initiatives: Ongoing pricing optimization efforts and mid-season price increases have contributed to gross margin expansion and are expected to continue supporting revenue growth through favorable pricing realization.

Share Repurchases

• Pool Corporation repurchased $306.3 million of common stock in 2024.
• In May 2024, the Board of Directors increased the share repurchase program by $316.2 million, adding to the $283.8 million remaining, for a total authorization of $600.0 million.
• Two million shares were repurchased in the last two years.

Share Issuance

• Proceeds from stock issued under share-based compensation plans were $13.19 million in 2024 and $10.455 million in 2023.

Outbound Investments

• Money spent on acquisitions totaled $831 million in 2021 and 2022, with most occurring in 2021.
• In 2024, the company expanded its network with 2 acquisitions.

Capital Expenditures

• Capital expenditures were $64.2 million in 2024.
• Capital expenditures were approximately $59 million in 2024 and $60 million in 2023.
• Capital allocation plans for upcoming years include 1% to 1.5% of net sales on capital reinvestments, primarily focused on leasehold improvements, delivery and service vehicles, information technology, and new sales center openings.