MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Derrick Conti – General Manager
Derrick has dedicated more than two decades to working in the swimming pool industry. Throughout his professional journey, he gained insight into customers' preferences and identified common shortcomings among companies in the industry. Derrick carries those lessons with him and puts them into practice in the way Blue Water Pools operates today. During his personal hours, Derrick enjoys exploring different restaurants alongside his wife Nicole, and he takes pleasure in spending time with his children Jayden, Angelina, and Addison.
Michael Grassi – Service Manager
Almost 15 years ago, after finishing electrical schooling, Mike entered the pool industry. Under the guidance of Derrick, during their time at a previous company, he quickly enhanced his set of skills. He demonstrates a strong commitment to prioritizing job excellence and ensuring customer satisfaction above all else. Mike joined the Blue Water Pools family in 2021. He has since become an invaluable member of the leadership team. In his spare time Mike enjoys the company of his fiancé Tori and his two sons, Jackson and Roman. Mike is passionate about German automobiles; he enjoys maintaining and driving his Audi.
Brian Cassese – Office Manager
Brian joined Blue Water Pools of CT in 2022. Despite being a newcomer to the pool industry, he is seasoned in office operations and finances. Prior to joining our team, he managed financial records for multiple private businesses while working at a bookkeeping firm. In addition to being a important part of the leadership team, Brian has rapidly positioned himself as the primary source of information for billing inquires to our client base. He is now a vital component to our corporation. In his spare time, Brian cherishes spending quality time with his son Jayden. He also enjoys playing recreational sports.
Jenn Truhart – Customer Service Manager
Jenn joined Blue Water Pools of CT in 2024. She brings 14 years of experience in the pool and spa industry, inventory and customer service. Prior to joining our team, she managed multiple pool retail stores in Fairfield and North Haven. Jenn has quickly become a key part of the leadership team, Jenn is an important source of general information to our clients as well as any chemistry/water balancing questions our clients may have. She is now an essential member of our corporation. In her spare time, Jenn treasures spending quality time with her son Tyler.
