BOARD OF DIRECTORS
FAVORITE MEMBER BENEFIT
My favorite USSSA member benefit by far is the swim school friends that I have made over the years. This would not have been possible without this great organization, conferences, and awesome members. I talk to at least 1 swim school friend a day and we always have things to discuss. This has and continues to help me grow and develop my business to be the very best it can be. Just this morning I said to my Customer Service team it sure is nice having swim school friends who use the same software that I can call for help at any time. Before joining the association, I would spend way more time and money figuring out how to implement new ideas, being able to call a friend and get swim school cliff notes is invaluable. So please make sure at the next conference to introduce yourself if I have not already done so because I know a 10-minute talk can save and make both of us money and help grow our businesses. Swim School Friends Rule!!! BRAD GRZELKA ATLANTA SWIM ACADEMY
I LOVE THE RELATIONSHIPS
I love the relationships that one can make as part of the USSSA, the personal and business connections and the knowledge gained is priceless, never mind the connections with other swim school owners and vendors that help you save money on products and services for your clients and customers. Another advantage is the efforts to make change and make a difference within our communities, educating all about the importance of swim lessons and water safety that ultimately saves children’s lives. BOBBY HAZEN SAF-T-SWIM
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My favorite member benefit is “connections to other swim schools.” Why: When I have a business challenge, I can always find an answer through social media, calling a member, joining a zoom call created by the association for help, or going to a conference. Another why is that swim school owners “understand me.” When I go to a conference or join a zoom call, I feel as if I am around my tribe. My trials and tribulations are understood and my “why” is unspoken but known. Lastly, the connections I have made through this association has guided me through this pandemic. I would have been lost without the many connections that the USSSA has helped me to create. To say I am blessed, does not cover my enormous gratitude to the members and the leadership team. KAREN CLAY SWIMWEST SWIM SCHOOL
