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Ron Ybarra

Questioner · DISC type c
President/GM at Aqua Source, Inc.
📍 Elk Grove, California, United States

Ron Ybarra is the President and GM of Aqua Source, Inc. , with 38 years of experience in water treatment applications. A graduate of California State University, Fullerton, he is a respected expert in the commercial aquatics industry, known for his leadership and extensive background in sales and marketing.

Ron is passionate about elevating industry standards through education. He is a hands-on instructor who enjoys creating "lightbulb moments" for his students. His commitment is evident in his active participation in industry events like the CPRS conference, where he connects with fellow professionals.

For the past 20 years, he has been a dedicated Certified Pool Operator (CPO) instructor, helping countless professionals advance in their careers.

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Experience
43 Years
Current Role
President/GM
Location
Elk Grove, California, United States
Personality Overview

How Ron shows up

Price-Sensitive
Cautious & Analytical
Value Seeker

They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms.

Priorities

Topics Ron cares about

Aquatics Education
As a CPO instructor for 20 years, he has a stated passion for bringing real-world experience to the classroom to help students reach new levels.
Water Treatment
He has built a 38-year career in various water treatment applications, co-founding Aqua Source to provide commercial pool equipment and chemical systems.
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Career

Work history

8-1995
President/GM
Aqua Source, Inc.
7-1985 - 8-1995
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
All Pure Chemical Company/Pioneer Chlor-Alkali
7-1982 - 7-1985
Territory Sales Manager
Mckesson Chemical
In the press

Media appearances

Horizon Commercial Pool Supply Acquires Aqua Source, Inc.. Featured in PrivSource
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Generational Group Advises Aqua Source, Inc. in its Sale to Horizon Commercial Pool Supply, a Portfolio Company of Northrim Horizon. Featured in FinancialContent (BizWire)
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Education
1-1978 - 5-1982
Business Administration and Management
California State University, Fullerton
9-1975 - 5-1977
Biology/Biological Sciences
Mt. San Antonio College
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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