11/01/2026
Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs-
Eric Resh, CEO of Piranha Pool Products, believes success is even more meaningful when you help others achieve it.
For Eric Resh, entrepreneurship is about more than building a successful business. It’s about creating opportunities, sharing knowledge, and inspiring the next generation to believe in themselves.
Before becoming CEO of Piranha Pool Products, Eric worked as a pool service technician himself. He understands firsthand what it takes to build a successful pool route from the ground up — from obtaining a business license and landing that first customer to developing the technical skills and confidence needed to run a business.
For many young people, purchasing an established pool route is simply out of reach financially. Eric believes that shouldn’t prevent them from pursuing their entrepreneurial dreams.
That’s why he takes time out of his busy schedule to mentor aspiring young entrepreneurs, teaching them how to build their own businesses one pool at a time.
A Success Story: Jason Perrot
Jason Perrot was just seventeen years old when Eric gave him a copy of Rich Dad Poor Dad, sparking his interest in entrepreneurship.
Eric didn’t simply encourage Jason to start a business. He personally helped him make it happen.
As Jason recalls:
“Eric helped me get my pool business started by training me one on one, helping me get my first account, teaching me selling skills that I still use today, and being my technical support for my first repair jobs.”
Within just one year, Jason had built a successful route of fifteen swimming pools — entirely from scratch.
Jason eventually sold his route, using the proceeds to pay off his car and establish a college fund.
Today, Jason is a mortgage professional, holds a bachelor’s degree from California State University San Marcos, and is completing a master’s degree to become a teacher.
Reflecting on Eric’s influence, Jason shares:
“Life is good, and it sure helps to have great people like Eric to encourage and mentor you along the way. Thanks Eric!”
