The next in our series of staff introductions is Josh Burnside. Josh has worked in the pond management industry since his graduation from Delaware Valley College (now University) in 2013, coming on board with Black Lagoon in 2014. At Black Lagoon, Josh acts as a Territory Manager overseeing clientele in central New Jersey, southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. Outside of his duties at Black Lagoon, he is also the current president of the Pennsylvania Lake Management Society (PALMS). A lifelong resident of southeastern Pennsylvania, he currently resides in Broomall, PA with his wife, Samantha, daughter, Maeve, and dog, Rory. Let’s get to know Josh:

Favorite hobby(ies)?: Bow hunting, fishing, trail running, weight lifting

Favorite Sports team?: Philadelphia Eagles

Favorite Movie?: The Last Castle

Favorite Food?: Mike’s Seafood, Sea Isle City, NJ

What are you currently watching on Netflix?: Meateater

Favorite vacation destination?: Sea Isle City, NJ or Key West

Favorite Band/ Music?: Tyler Childers/ Ryan Bingham

What’s the last book you’ve read?: Talking to Strangers; Malcom Gladwell

Favorite Quote?: “ Stay hungry, Stay foolish” – Steve Jobs; “One of the most fascinating lessons I’ve absorbed about life is that the struggle is good.” – Joe Rogan

Who had the most influence on you growing up?: Grandfather

Describe yourself in three words: Simple, Driven, Competitive

In our next installment, we will introduce Michael Blaner, Business Development Coordinator.