OUR TEAM
Behind every aquarium, reef system, and installation is a dedicated team passionate about aquatic life, system stability, and professional service. At Saltwater Reef Co., our team combines technical knowledge, hands-on experience, creativity, and long-term system care to deliver exceptional results for our clients.
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Konstantin Knight
President & CEO
Founder of Saltwater Reef Co., Konstantin Knight leads the company’s vision, operations, and long-term development. With years of experience in reef aquariums, custom aquatic systems, filtration design, and service management, he oversees project planning, livestock sourcing, system stability, and overall company operations. His passion for marine ecosystems and attention to detail continue to shape the company’s standards and direction.
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Carlos Mendez
Aquarium Project Superintendent & Senior Aquarium Service Technician
Carlos specializes in advanced aquarium installations, maintenance procedures, and long-term reef system care. He oversees aquarium projects, equipment setup, livestock acclimation, and system performance while helping maintain healthy and visually exceptional aquatic environments for both residential and commercial clients.
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Lena Kravtsov
Media & Creative Content Director
Lena manages the visual identity and media presence of Saltwater Reef Co. She is responsible for photography, videography, social media content creation, company storytelling, and professional photo/video editing. Through creative media production, she helps showcase the beauty of reef aquariums, livestock, installations, and behind-the-scenes operations of the company.
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Dimitry Kirichenko
Aquarium Service Technician & Operations Specialist
Dimitry helps maintain the organization, functionality, and day-to-day operations of the showroom, coral farm, and service systems. In addition to aquarium maintenance and livestock care, he focuses on operational improvements, equipment organization, and continuous enhancement of production and maintenance processes throughout the facility.
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Vladislav Knight
Water Testing Specialist, Service Technician & Technical Support
Vladislav specializes in water analysis, reef parameter monitoring, aquarium maintenance, and technical diagnostics. He assists with advanced testing procedures, ICP analysis support, system troubleshooting, and customer technical support. In addition, his background in emergency plumbing and technical systems provides valuable support for filtration, water management, and emergency-related solutions.
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Vladimir Melnikov
IT Technician, Web Developer & IT Administrator
Vladimir oversees the company’s digital infrastructure, website development, technical systems, and IT administration. He manages online functionality, system integration, internal technical support, and ongoing improvements to Saltwater Reef Co.’s web presence and digital operations.