Jeff Ellis Management

04/07/2026

In the middle of a busy recruiting and training season, taking time to reconnect matters. Our South Florida leaders came together to recharge, reflect, and get ready for the summer ahead. Because when leadership is aligned, everything else follows.

04/04/2026

“We’re lifeguards, of course we see what others miss.” 😎

03/26/2026

Good leaders build strong teams, and strong teams create exceptional experiences and safe operations every day. Here's a look at 's Illinois teams preparing their leads for the summer!

Congratulations to all of our leaders out there stepping into new roles - your growth is what drives success forward!

03/24/2026

03/16/2026

“Every whistle, every scan, every repetition...is building muscle memory for the moment someone needs you most.” -

03/13/2026

𝐄&𝐀 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. Apply today!

03/08/2026

Today on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible women who help lead, inspire, and strengthen the aquatics industry every day.

Across our teams - from lifeguards and swim instructors to aquatic maintenance professionals, recreation staff, managers, and executive leadership - women make up the majority of the leaders who help guide Ellis' forward.

Thank you to the women across aquatics who truly embody what it means to "Make A Difference." Your dedication, expertise, and passion continue to shape safer facilities, stronger teams, and communities.

03/07/2026

And just like that — we are open!

We’re proud to celebrate the successful launch of another operation, welcoming and protecting hotel guests at Big Springs at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas. Our team is ready to deliver exceptional safety, service, and unforgettable guest experiences.

03/05/2026

Please join us in congratulating Assistant Manager Donte Moore at Aulani on reaching an incredible 10-year milestone with !

Donte began his journey with JEM in February of 2016 as a lifeguard and has grown through dedication, leadership, and a passion for aquatics into his current management role. Along the way, he has represented our team at multiple sites and invested in his professional development through Safety School and JEMA Academy.

Donte’s journey is a great example of what growth within our organization can look like - starting on stand and rising into leadership through hard work, commitment, and heart.

02/27/2026

Emergencies don’t wait for a shift to start.

We are proud to award Allyssa and Brianna the "Performance of Excellence Award" for demonstrating courage, leadership, and calm under pressure. This is what looks like!

During their lunch break at school, Allyssa and Brianna heard screams for help at a nearby park. Without hesitation, they ran toward the emergency, finding a woman actively having a seizure. Drawing on their training from , they quickly moved her into the recovery position, supported her head, directed a bystander to call 911, and stayed with her until the seizure passed and medical services arrived.

Their actions are a powerful reminder that lifesaving skills don’t stay at the pool - they stay with you for life.

02/26/2026

𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 - 𝘿𝙖𝙡𝙚 𝙆𝙣𝙪𝙙𝙨𝙚𝙣

"At Aulani, I took on an Assistant Manager role and lived there for two years. That experience helped shape my leadership style and threw countless curveballs my way – each one expanding my understanding of operational needs and emergency care, ultimately bringing me to where I am today!

From there, I found myself in an incredible position to keep learning while helping others discover the same love this company and industry have given me. Now, I strive to build and support a team at Disney’s Cotino that thrives in a learning environment and continually pushes themselves (and each other) to succeed."

Meet Dale, the newest manager on our California Operations team! Head to our blog to read his full interview. www.ellislifeguard.com

https://www.ellislifeguard.com/work-life-balance/leadership-spotlight-dale-knudsen/

JEM: Tell us how you got started in aquatics.

02/23/2026

The trainings that challenge you today become the instincts that save lives tomorrow.