Meet Chuck Ingrassia

Expert Pool Consultant Chuck Ingrassia

Since 1971, Chuck has provided expert consulting, project design and problem solving for the aquatic industry. He serves as an industry educator, mediator and problem solver.

Whether consulting with clients, offering professional assistance in determining the cause and effects of construction defects, engineering defects or personal injury, Chuck has worked alongside the insurance industry, government agencies, entertainment venues, attorneys and real estate professionals as well as homeowner associations and private homeowners to evaluate everything from pools, spas, hot tubs and water parks.

Under Chuck’s direction, Lakeside Consulting has become a leader in developing and delivering educational programs for aquatic industry members, commercial operators and private pool owners throughout the United States by providing virtual and classroom training materials.

As a former member and director of the National Spa Institute, Chuck has earned certifications as a Certified Building Professional, Certified Service Professional, Certified Pool Operator Instructor and Subject Matter Expert. He is a current or former member of the National Swimming Pool Foundation, the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals, the Ohio Pool Builders Council and the Professional Pool Operators of America.

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Here’s What Chuck's Clients Say


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As I questioned the people leaving the room, the overwhelming response is, they were very satisfied. We have to have you back again.

—Leisure Systems Inc. Jellystone Family Campgrounds
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Presentation was an excellent overview of topics.

—National Spa and Pool Institute Western New York
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Everyone I have spoken with was extremely impressed with your program. I heard such comments as ‘The best seminar I’ve been to concerning pool sanitation.’ Your presentation was professional and well organized.

—West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources
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Content was very good…nothing needs to be added or deleted from presentation.

—Sea World of Ohio
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your services as a program presenter. As an association management company, we work with many speakers each year on behalf of our clients. Working with you is a pleasure.

The professional manner in which you prepare for the program helps us insure that everything will flow smoothly and without problems. In putting on a program, it must be done right the first time, because you can’t go back and re do it. I don’t worry about error when working with you.

I heard nothing but rave comments from attendees about your presentations. Everyone seemed pleased with your clear presentation of the materials. It makes for an interesting and informative offering for your audience. Working with a professional like yourself makes my job much easier. Thanks for your efforts and keep up the good work.

—National Spa and Pool Institute Region VI
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Thank you for your willingness to serve as a guest speaker at our Ohio Section CCI Conference. I believe that the information you present will help us to more effectively serve people and to operate our facilities with greater safety and integrity.

—Christian Camping International
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Everyone agreed that the educational programming at the NSPI International EXPO in New Orleans was a huge success. Thank you for your part in making the sessions exciting and notable! We have received rave reviews about the programs, and you made it all possible!

—National Spa and Pool Institute in Alexandria, Virginia
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The training you provided was not only useful for operating our public swimming pools, but also supplied my staff with knowledge and skills necessary for operating our aquatic animal life support systems as well. As they say, “the proof is in the pudding,” and I feel that we have provided the best water quality possible for the health and safety of our guests and animals, and your operational and technical support helped make this possible. Thank you for your many years of support and service!

—Six Flags World of Adventure
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It has been great working with you. You never made us feel like we were an inconvenience nor lost patience with us. I especially appreciate your patience. Thank you for your continued support and assistance.

—Lake County Ohio YMCA

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