Aqua Creek CEO Appointed to Montana Manufacturing Advisory Board

Krystal Guilhemotonia Recognized for Manufacturing Leadership in Montana

Aqua Creek Products is proud to announce that CEO Krystal Guilhemotonia has been appointed to the Montana Manufacturing Advisory Board, a leadership group that helps guide and strengthen the future of manufacturing across the state.

The advisory board, organized through the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center (MMEC), brings together manufacturing leaders from across Montana to discuss industry priorities, workforce development, innovation, and economic growth. Board members provide insight and feedback that help shape initiatives supporting manufacturers throughout the state.

Krystal’s appointment reflects her continued leadership within Montana’s manufacturing community and her commitment to advancing opportunities for growth, innovation, and accessibility-focused manufacturing. As one of only two women selected to serve on the board, she brings an important perspective to conversations impacting the future of the industry.

Founded in Missoula, Montana, Aqua Creek Products manufactures ADA compliant pool lifts, aquatic wheelchairs, rails and ladders, and other accessibility solutions used worldwide. Under Krystal’s leadership, the company has continued to expand its product offerings while maintaining a strong focus on American manufacturing, quality craftsmanship, and customer support.

The Montana Manufacturing Extension Center serves manufacturers across the state through consulting, workforce development, operational support, and technical expertise. Housed within Montana State University’s Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering, MMEC is part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) National Network.

Aqua Creek Products congratulates Krystal on this well-deserved appointment and looks forward to her continued contributions to Montana’s manufacturing community.

Click here to learn more about the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center (MMEC).

Built on Quality: ISO 9001:2015 Certified!

We have an exciting milestone to share: We’re Now ISO 9001:2015 Certified!

If you're not familiar, ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard for quality management systems. It sets a high bar for how a company operates, from decision-making to product delivery, ensuring consistency, accountability, and a focus on continual improvement. It’s not something that’s handed out lightly.

“We didn’t pursue this certification to check a box.” Says owner Krystal Guilhemotonia, “We did it because we care about more than the sale, we care about the quality of our products and the trust our customers place in us. ISO certification reinforces our commitment to doing things the right way, every time. This was a long, thorough process that required full commitment from our entire team. It challenged us to take a close look at how we work, where we can improve, and how we can continue to meet and exceed your expectations.”

We’ve always taken pride in being a quality manufacturer. That means paying close attention to what we deliver and how reliably we deliver it. Earning this certification doesn't change who we are, it affirms the standards we’ve always held ourselves to and strengthens our foundation for what’s ahead.

Guilhemotonia added, “Above all, this is part of a larger journey. Continuous improvement isn’t a project with a finish line, it is a mindset. We’ll keep listening, learning, and striving to do better for the people who rely on us.”

Thank you for your continued trust and support. We’re excited to keep moving forward—together.