I have often said my extensive career in swim schools has been good to me and good for me. I’m genuinely grateful for the opportunities I’ve had, and that’s why I’m committed to giving back, sharing my expertise and energy for the sector.
Through Swim People I bring people together, share actionable insights and provide business guidance. I want to harness the passion, purpose, and aspiration that exists across our sector to build a more connected and vibrant future for swim schools in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Swim People is, at its heart, people-focused: delivering initiatives including Consulting Services to swim schools of all sizes, The Exchange webinar series, The Swim School Edge business conference, and The Current monthly E-newsletter sharing a wide range of swim school related topics.
I have also founded a new initiative called MATTER, working with a group of New Zealand sector leaders who are thinking broadly and looking ahead across the NZ swim school landscape.
I have held many roles in my swimming career: teacher, coach, multi- centre swim school leader, swim school owner, industry presenter, qualifications trainer, mentor, programme developer. This enables me to apply this experience to deliver successful, pragmatic outcomes for others, guiding, informing and shaping future success – for swim schools and swim school professionals.
Driven by a desire to see our sector grow, and being uniquely placed to support it, I provide guidance to build swim school capabilities, and shape professional development for those who work in them.
Call me on (+64) 21 958 355 or email scott@swimpeople.co.nz
What swim school professionals are saying
“I have always admired Scott for his many personal attributes. As a SwimTastic Founder, I have personally learnt so much … He always shares his knowledge and is a world-class educator with excellent inter-personal skills.” Mark Bone
“Scott is vastly experienced and possessing of a broad, international-standard skill set. When coupled with his high integrity and excellent communication capacity, I have no hesitation in recommending Scott Wilson to you.
One of the great pleasures during my brief time at Carlile Swimming was working alongside Scott. He performed magnificently; leading people and teams and sharing his expert knowledge of the industry, and more” Ross Gage, Founder & Owner, Aussie Aquatics Pty Ltd
CHANGE MATTERS
Swim school businesses are faced with constant change, especially in today’s economic and social environments.
Being able to adapt and actively manage change improves efficiency and builds resilience. Some changes may be minor tweaks; others may require more substantial revisions. I provide the practical expertise and leadership to help ensure any needed change is identified, planned and actioned with minimum disruption to the day-to-day operations, enabling successful outcomes. I help by assessing:
The process, resources, and cost paradigms, highlighting common obstacles, supported by recommending tried and tested improvements
How operational elements connect with the business strategy
Expense streams and identify cost saving opportunities
Gaps in operational activities that impede growth, recommending priorities and initiatives for change with real, positive outcomes
Improvement initiatives, working with team members to ensure IP and culture stays within the swim school
Brand impact, identifying a swim school’s unique position in the community and provide guidance to stay strong to that position. Let’s explore what is different, a truly unique story for your swim school (rather than trying to offer everything).