These changes were not surface-level improvements but foundational reinforcements that continue to shape the company’s culture of accountability and performance. RESILIENCE THROUGH IN-HOUSE EXPERTISE In the face of market pressures facing the construction trades—labor shortages, supply challenges, and rising material costs— High-Tech Pools has continued to grow. The company has increased its operations by roughly 20 to 30 percent year over year, a testament to both strong demand and resilient internal systems. A defining factor in this success is the longevity of its workforce. In the company, there’s about 80 people and more than 5 families make up 60% of the total. These long-term relationships reinforce consistency in craftsmanship and cultivate a culture of deep trust. When sudden industry surges occur— as happened during COVID-19—Hammerschmidt says the company’s in-house structure became its greatest strength. “We weren’t competing with other companies to try to get their time,” he explains. Their team was fully committed and fully available, allowing High-Tech Pools to continue building even as much of the industry struggled to secure reliable tradespeople. The company pairs its legacy talent with new hires who learn directly from experienced craftsmen.This intergenerational mentorship helps High-Tech Pools preserve the unique techniques, engineering acumen, and jobsite practices that set its builds apart. As Hammerschmidt acknowledges, continued growth relies on human capital. The company is actively seeking to expand its team, looking for individuals 53 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 12 HIGH-TECH POOLS
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