Articles Tagged with ''Leadership and HVACR''

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Marijuana in the Workplace

What employers need to know
Richard Alaniz
Richard D. Alaniz
February 20, 2017
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It is difficult to definitively quantify the effect marijuana use has on productivity and safety, but, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, part of the National Institutes of Health, studies have suggested links between marijuana use and negative consequences in the workplace, such as a higher risk for injury or accidents. 


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The Wilkinson Cos. Expands Leadership Team

Three new roles announced
February 17, 2017
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The Wilkinson Cos. is excited to announce several staff changes. John Sieminski, formerly service operations manager, became vice president of service operations. Installation Supervisor, Dave Roche became the first general manager of Wilkinson Mobile Boilers Inc. Former Wilkinson employee and installation technician, Mike Snee, returned to the company as installation project manager.


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MiTek Adds Mark Thom as New CEO

Tom Manenti to assume executive chairman role
February 16, 2017
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MiTek Industries Inc. (MiTek), a diversified, global business supplying a wide range of engineered products; proprietary business management and design software; and automated equipment to the construction and industrial markets, announced that it has added Mark Thom to its leadership as the new CEO. The current CEO, Tom Manenti, will assume the role of executive chairman for 2017. Manenti will continue to report to Warren Buffett.


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The Wrench Group Acquires Baker Brothers

Expanding presence in Dallas and Fort Worth markets
February 15, 2017
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The Wrench Group, a home maintenance and repair company specializing in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services, announced the acquisition of Baker Brothers in a deal aimed at expanding its presence in the Dallas market.


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Jim Mills Joins LUX Products as Director of Business Development

His background in sales and marketing will enable LUX to expand
February 14, 2017
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LUX Products Corp. announced that Jim Mills has joined its team as the new director of business development. Mills brings with him a deep expertise in the thermostat and controls industry and a solid track record for building retail and numerous other distribution relationships. He will report to President and CEO, Rob Munin.


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Are You Looking to Buy?

A close-up look at the acquisition process
Kimberly Schwartz
Kimberly Schwartz
February 13, 2017
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The No. 1 trait needed to complete the purchase of another business might just be patience. Here is an inside look at how HVAC owners have successfully approached the acquisition process — from the initial conversation to after the sale finally closes.
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Benefit Packages Help Attract Top HVAC Talent

Some benefits and perks are valued more than pay raises
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Nicole Krawcke
February 13, 2017
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It’s no secret the HVACR industry is facing a labor shortage — we’ve covered the topic quite a bit at The NEWS. However, offering good benefits packages can help companies attract and retain employees in this competitive industry. In fact, nearly four in five American workers would prefer new or additional benefits over a pay increase, according to a survey conducted by online job recruiter Glassdoor in partnership with Harris Poll.
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