Industry pioneer Janet Drummond passes away aged 55

Sadly, Janet Drummond passed away in June. She was only 55 years of age.

Janet was a pioneer of the pool and spa industry and a powerful force for women in the industry.

She began her pool and spa journey with Onga Pumps at Villawood, initially working as a receptionist, a role she gained through a temp agency. Her ability and drive saw her progress to an internal sales position.

Building on that experience she joined Lanark Spas as a sales representative covering a large sector of New South Wales, before she was head-hunted to join Hurlcon. At Hurlcon she worked in sales before moving internally to the role of office manager. Her next move was to Spa Electrics where she worked as sales manager for approximately nine years, before joining PAL lighting.

She had a long, fruitful career in the pool and spa industry that spanned 30 years.

Janet is remembered for her drive and her strong, vibrant personality. She was one of the early women to succeed in what was then a very male-orientated industry, and she proved she was well up to the task of competing with her male peers.

Janet is considered a legend in the industry; a woman who was always caring and always looked after her customers.

SPLASH! offers sincere condolences to Janet’s family, friends and colleagues.