Industry veteran Don Gillis joins HARDI to lead technical training programs and support workforce development initiatives across HVACR distribution.
July 9, 2025
Gillis will help drive new initiatives focused on counter specialist development, inside sales and technical certifications, supporting HARDI’s mission to strengthen the HVACR channel.
Rep. Ryan Mackenzie tours Johnstone Supply – The Wallace Group to discuss HVAC industry challenges.
July 9, 2025
Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA-7) recently visited a HVAC business in Allentown, PA, to learn more about the HVAC supply chain and discuss regulatory impacts on refrigerant transition.
Conversational AI assistant helps reps reclaim time by automating everyday busywork.
July 9, 2025
Proton.ai has launched Pronto, a conversational AI assistant that helps distribution sales reps save time and boost productivity by automating routine tasks like pulling customer data, drafting follow-ups and checking inventory.
Chris Mitchell and Dave Walsh have been promoted to president and vice president of sales and wholesale products respectively.
July 8, 2025
Heating Solutions Sales Company has promoted Chris Mitchell to president and Dave Walsh to VP of wholesale products. With deep experience in residential and commercial heating, both leaders will hope to drive continued growth for the U.S. Boiler Company, Burnham Commercial and Thermal Solutions brands.
This partnership will have the companies working together to represent Thermasol in Ontario.
July 7, 2025
Barclay Sales Ltd is expanding its reach in luxury wellness with a new partnership with Aquiline Sales to represent Thermasol. The collaboration strengthens Thermasol’s market presence across Canada.
Industry Insights Senior Vice President Greg Manns notes data from the 2025 report shows 2024 was a challenging year compared to a few recent ones. However, Manns cautions that he is not painting a picture of gloom and doom because ASA wholesaler respondents still reported a fairly solid year when looking from a historical perspective over the last 5-10 years.