Landmark Aquatic Announces Two Key Leadership Promotions
The company has appointed new leadership in Utah to manage growing demand for commercial aquatic construction projects.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in People
Landmark Aquatic has promoted Britton Nielsen to General Manager for Utah and Tim Garner to Vice President of Construction and Renovation Operations. These appointments follow the company's 2026 acquisition of CEM Aquatics.
Why it matters
The promotions aim to strengthen Landmark Aquatic's regional presence as demand for the construction and renovation of commercial pools continues to rise across Utah.
Tim Garner brings over 25 years of experience in commercial aquatics to his new role, while Britton Nielsen has been active in the industry since 2014.
The players
Britton Nielsen
He is the new General Manager for Utah and holds a Master's Degree in Real Estate Development.
Tim Garner
He serves as the new Vice President of Construction and Renovation Operations and previously led the Salt Lake City branch.
Landmark Aquatic
Founded in 1967, this company specializes in the construction and renovation of commercial aquatic facilities.
The details
Nielsen will oversee sales and operations across the state, while Garner is tasked with integrating branch strengths and sharing best practices. Both executives hold advanced degrees from the University of Utah, with Nielsen also possessing a Construction Management degree from Brigham Young University.
Timeline
1967: Landmark Aquatic began operations.
2014: Britton Nielsen started his career in commercial aquatics.
2026: Landmark Aquatic acquired CEM Aquatics.
October 21, 2026: The company announced the new leadership promotions.
Market Landscape
This move follows the 2026 acquisition of CEM Aquatics, positioning the firm to consolidate its regional market share. The consolidation reflects a broader trend of larger aquatic firms absorbing smaller specialists to scale operations.
Commercial property owners and operators in Utah can expect shifts in project management and renovation coordination as the firm integrates its new leadership structure. These internal changes are intended to streamline construction timelines for local aquatic facility contracts.
The takeaway
Corporate growth through acquisition often requires a shift in leadership to effectively align teams under a new banner. For professionals in construction and project management, tracking these shifts can indicate which companies are scaling operations in local markets.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Athletic Business Magazine.
