Rob Anderson steps down from Poppits

After an impressive career in the chemical industry spanning almost half a century, Rob Anderson is stepping down as general manager of Poppits. Waterco acquired Pool & Spa Poppits in 2012.

Anderson played a huge role in developing the brand over the past decade, but now wants to focus on his personal life.

“I really want to spend more time with my wife, Judy, plus my children and grandchildren, in addition to doing some travel,” he says. “I would also like to take this opportunity to reconnect with my local community.”

Although he will be stepping down from full time work, he will still be involved in Poppits’ growth as a brand.

Anderson has extensive experience in the chemicals industry. Prior to purchasing the Pool Poppits business in 2002, he worked for W J Manufacturing in Sydney for two years, spent 26 years with the Dow Chemical Company (where he worked across 16 countries in sales and marketing), and 10 years with Calman in sales and general management.

Over the course of his career, he worked hard to promote healthier alternatives to chlorine in the pool and spa industry.

“To have played a part in the change to chlorine free bathing has been very satisfying,” says Anderson. “I am rather passionate about eliminating and protecting people from things that can harm their health, and I am particularly concerned about addressing asthma and allergies.”

Meanwhile, Waterco has launched a dedicated Poppits website at www.poolpoppits.com.au.

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