STAFF PROFILES

		Lynn Forrest Lynn Forrest, CBP is the President and Designer of Aqua Classic with 28 years of industry experience. Lynn is a 2nd generation pool building professional. He graduated from Texas A&M University, Class of 1992, with a BS degree in horticulture and landscape design. Lynn also received his equivalency of a Master’s degree from UCLA through the Society of Watershape Designers. In addition, Lynn received his CBP (Certified Building Professional) through APSP (Association of Pool & Spa Professionals). He obtained his Residential Appliance Installers License through TDLR along with the contractor's license for the same, TICL 418. Lynn is very creative in the design process and will create your dream pool with exquisite detail and customization. For more information about our President and Designer please visit the "Our Designer" tab.

		Monika Forrest Monika Forrest is the Secretary and Treasurer of Aqua Classic as well as a co-founder of the company. Monika has 28 years of industry experience since the opening of Aqua Classic in 1983. Monika was born, raised and educated in Berlin, Germany. She graduated from college in Berlin majoring in business. Her knowledge and skills in business have ensured the continuous success of Aqua Classic. She is bilingual speaking English and German fluently. Monika is also our company’s award winning photographer and is responsible for many of the beautiful pictures that are featured on our website. Throughout the years she has attended numerous industry related conventions, trade shows, seminars and special training by chemical and equipment manufacturers

		Karen “Bo” Bobicchio Bo is the newest member of the Aqua Classic team and serves in the position of accounting manager. Bo has 7 years of industry experience and 18 years of previous experience in customer service. Raised as the daughter of a career Air Force officer, Bo broadened her horizons early on in life, living all over the US and traveling and living in such exotic places as Hawaii, Guam and Okinawa. Bo has completed various management and customer service courses within our industry along with many others. She maintains all financial and accounting records while assisting the rest of the work family with various other operational duties.

		Frank Dietz Frank Dietz is the Chief Technician of Aqua Classic. Frank retired from the U.S. Coast Guard in 1996 and soon after joined the Aqua Classic family. He now has 15 years of industry experience. Frank obtained his Tech I and Tech II certification through APSP and continues to receive commendations from our customers with his extensive knowledge and excellent workmanship. Frank has earned numerous certificates and degrees through the U.S. Coast Guard. Frank has been trained by several manufacturers including Pentair, Jandy, Sta-rite, Auto Pilot, Hayward and Paramount. Frank also obtained his Residential Apploance Installer license through TDLR. He also has been factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals which has provided him the knowledge and skills to properly maintain our pools and spas while on the service site.

		Chuck Lickwar Charles “Chuck” Lickwar is the Technical Supervisor of Aqua Classic. Chuck joined the Aqua Classic family 10 years ago and has 35 years total of industry experience. Chuck obtained the following professional certifications: CSP (Certified Service Professional) through APSP CPO (Certified Pool Operator) through the National Swimming Pool Foundation. CPO Instructor (Certified Pool Operator) through the National Swimming Pool Foundation Residential Appliance Installer License through TDLR (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation) Chuck served 11 years in the United States Air Force and earned an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has been trained by industry leading manufacturers including Pentair, Jandy, Sta-rite, Hayward, Auto Pilot and Paramount. His experience and training has provided him with extensive knowledge of all aspects of the industry. Chuck’s diverse experience affords him the knowledge and expertise to provide superior service and customer satisfaction.

		Jonathan Richie Jonathan Richie is the Maintenance Technician for Aqua Classic’s Clute location. John joined the Aqua Classic family 4 years ago and has 3 years of prior customer service experience. John rates consistently high in customer satisfaction by applying his expertise and training in pool / spa maintenance. He is extremely skilled in the pool / spa chemistry and cleaning. He earned an AA degree from Brazosport Community College and continues his post graduate education. John has been factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals and has extensive knowledge in proper chemistry composition. He has obtained his CPO (Certified Pool Operator) passing his exam with an almost perfect score.

		Steve Symm Steve Symm is the Plumbing Specialist for Aqua Classic. Steve has a total of 29 years of industry knowledge and joined the Aqua Classic family 9 years ago. He has been trained by many leading manufacturers such as Paramount, Pentair and Sta-rite. In addition, Steve also had training in spray decking and waterfall repair. Steve takes great pride in applying his vast experience to his current extent of work. He consistently delivers a superior product with excellent craftsmanship.

		Jesse Villarreal Jesus “Jesse” Villarreal is the Construction Foreman for Aqua Classic. Jesse joined the Aqua Classic family 4 years ago and has 27 years of previous construction experience. Jesse is bilingual being fluent in both English and Spanish. Jesse also acts as Aqua Classic’s interpreter. He has a wide scope of experience and has developed a high degree of technical skills. Over the years Jesse has maintained high standards in working efficiently and effectively, which has quickly translated into overall customer satisfaction.

		Dixie Mattingly Dixie Mattingly is the Accounting Clerk and Assistant Store Manager for Aqua Classic’s Bay City location. Dixie is Aqua Classic’s longest tenured employee having joined the family 18 years ago. She is factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals and has extensive chemistry knowledge. With her diverse and extensive experience, Dixie has mastered virtually all aspects of the sales department in the pool industry.

		Christian Nixon Christian Nixon is the Store Manager and Customer Service Specialist for Aqua Classic’s Bay City location. Christian has 9 years of experience in our industry and joined the Aqua Classic family two years ago. He earned his BS degree from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas, Class of 1997. Christian obtained his Tech I certification through APSP and is currently studying to attain his CPO. He has also been factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals and has the technical expertise and experience to keep your pool /spa maintained to the highest standards. Christian also serves as the Maintenance Technician for our Bay City area pools. Christian also obtained his CPO (Certified Pool Operator) allowing him to further his knowledge and abilities for an even greater level of customer service.