August Premier 2026: Aquatics Trends: Accessible, Inclusive & Engaging Play

Shyanna Corman is the Aquatics Director for Moultrie-Colquitt County Parks and Recreation Authority in Southwest Georgia. She has lived in Moultrie since she was 6 years old. She started working as a lifeguard in 2016. She has made several achievements since beginning her career including Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, Water Safety Instructor, Certified Pool Operator, Aquatic Facility Operator, and several other certifications. Being the Aquatics Director in Moultrie has been very invigorating. She has grown a lot professionally and personally. It takes a lot of responsibility to be the Aquatics Director, as she oversees 6 bodies of water that include a diving well, spa, 10-lane competition pool, an 11-feature splash pad equipped with Life Floor, a recreational swimming pool, and a kiddie pool that is also equipped with Life Floor. The experience that she has gained as a parks and rec professional is insurmountable.

Experienced Aquatics Professional with 10+ years in the industry including both collegiate and municipal recreation. Currently he is the Aquatics Supervisor for the Town of Queen Creek, AZ where he is helping design and build the Town’s first Recreation and Aquatic Complex.

Jennifer Kashner earned her bachelor’s degree from Western New Mexico University before immersing herself in Parks and Recreation in her hometown of Casa Grande, AZ. She began her full-time career as a Recreation Coordinator with the City of Grapevine in 2006 and has since held various positions with the City of Hurst and the City of Frisco. Jennifer’s dedication to the field extends to leadership roles; she previously served as president of the North Texas Aquatics Association and currently serves as of the North Region Texas Recreation and Parks Society Director.

Jennifer is thrilled to return to the City of Grapevine, where she considers it her “homecoming.” Ready to contribute her skills and passion, she’s excited to make a meaningful impact in this vibrant community.

Briana Valente serves as Marketing Manager, Partnerships for Life Floor. She has been with Life Floor since 2018 and has 7+ years of experience in the aquatics industry. She works extensively with industry publications, conferences, and workshops that bring meaningful education to individuals spanning municipalities, resorts, waterparks, and more. She holds a bachelor’s in marketing from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota.