Fluidra Commercial moves to strengthen business development team and marketing leadership

February 28, 2025

Fluidra Commercial has announced the appointment of Bernard Schenk as WA/SA Business Development Manager and Danny Valk as NSW/ACT Business Development Manager.

With extensive experience in the aquatic industry, the pair bring valuable expertise to support Fluidra Commercial’s continued expansion across Australia.

Schenk, formerly of Elite Pool Covers, and Valk, formerly of Hayward, will play integral roles in driving business development efforts in the various states across Australia.

Their combined knowledge of pool covers and plant equipment will enhance Fluidra’s ability to deliver innovative and high-quality commercial pool solutions.

In addition, Fluidra has expanded Brad Hampton’s role to the new position of Technical Sales, bringing his expertise from Chadson to the whole of Fluidra Commercial. This role reinforces Fluidra’s commitment to the company’s renewed focus on local manufacturing of commercial filtration systems.

To further support this growth, Yvette Audet has been appointed as Commercial Marketing Manager for Australia and New Zealand.

Her leadership will enhance Fluidra Commercial’s brand awareness, sponsorship initiatives, and market reach, highlighting the company’s extensive manufacturing capabilities across various Australian states.

Fluidra Commercial remains committed to supporting the Australian economy by delivering high-quality, locally manufactured products. The company offers a broad range of solutions, including filters, pumps, pool covers, starting blocks, lane ropes, and programmable systems that optimise the functionality of both new and existing multipurpose pools.

Advising of the changes, Fluidra Group Australia General Manager - Commercial, Jeremy Smith stated “as we continue to grow, we are proud to invest in experienced professionals and local manufacturing to better serve our customers.

“With Bernard and Danny adding to our business development initiatives, Brad’s technical knowledge and Yvette driving our marketing efforts, we are confident in our ability to expand our reach and provide innovative aquatic solutions.

“We would also like to take this opportunity to thank Greg Jones for his unwavering support, expertise and guidance for Chadson and the integration of the company into the Fluidra Group.”

Click here to contact Fluidra Commercial via their listing in the Australasian Leisure Management Supplier Directory.

Image (from left): Bernard Schenk, Danny Valk and Yvette Audet.

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