She Makes a Splash celebrates the women who are redefining what leadership, innovation, and resilience look like in the pool and spa industry. Each feature spotlights an inspiring story , from career milestones and creative breakthroughs to personal journeys that remind us why representation and connection matter.
Through these stories, we aim to highlight the impact women are making every day, both in and beyond the water. Because every ripple of progress starts with someone brave enough to make a splash.
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AUGUST 2025
Melissa Deverell & Becky Smith – Cambridge Pool LeisureScapes, Ontario
When sisters Melissa Deverell and Becky Smith took ownership of their family’s pool and spa business, they weren’t just stepping into leadership, they were stepping into a legacy. Their parents, Anne and Bill Grayston, had built a respected reputation in Cambridge, Ontario. But Melissa and Becky have expanded on that foundation, modernizing the business, proving the power of women in leadership, and showing the industry what balance, trust, and determination can achieve.