CMAHC Announces 2025 Ambassadors Recognized for Exceptional Support of Aquatic Health and Safety

The Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC) is proud to announce the 2025 class of CMAHC Ambassadors, honoring four individuals who have consistently demonstrated exceptional support of the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) and CMAHC’s mission.

Each year, CMAHC selects a small group of members to serve as Ambassadors, individuals who not only volunteer their time and expertise within the organization but who also independently champion the MAHC across the public health and aquatics industries. This year’s Ambassadors have gone above and beyond to promote science-backed standards and advance aquatic health and safety.

“Our Ambassadors represent the very best of CMAHC’s community,” said Kristie Riester, Executive Director of CMAHC. “They’ve given their time, shared their expertise, and helped move the industry forward through consistent leadership, advocacy, and service. We’re honored to recognize them for their ongoing commitment.”

The 2025 CMAHC Ambassadors are:

Scott Bowron, President, Clear Aquatics Sales and Training
Johnathan Nies, Project Manager – CHAMP at Counsilman-Hunsaker
Rick Root, President, World Waterpark Association
Ashley Ruminski, Supervisor, Environmental Health District Programs, Cuyahoga County Board of Health

CMAHC Ambassadors are selected by invitation from the CMAHC Board of Directors and are expected to remain active in the organization through volunteer roles, advocacy, and public representation of CMAHC and the MAHC.

Learn more about the Ambassador Program and how CMAHC is advancing aquatic health and safety at www.cmahc.org.

About CMAHC: The Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC), the unified voice of commercial aquatics, oversees updates to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC), the national standard for pool safety. Through collaborative research and membership engagement, CMAHC ensures the MAHC remains current and effective, advocating for its voluntary adoption across the industry. CMAHC provides education and guidance to stakeholders, including authorities, facility owners, designers, builders, and suppliers, to promote a safe swimming environment based on the latest science. Learn more at www.cmahc.org.