JCI has hired an executive search firm to help evaluate both internal and external candidates in an effort to find a replacement for its current CEO, who has announced his plans to retire from that position.

Steve O’Brien, senior vice president, president, and general manager of A.O. Smith's Lochinvar brand, will succeed Dave Warren, senior vice president, president, and general manager of the North America water heating division, when Warren retires April 1.

To help address the importance of succession and ensure a successful transition of ownership in the future, The Unified Group hosted its first Succession Planning Forum in late March.

AHR Expo session, hosted by Women in HVACR on Feb. 8 at 12:00 p.m. in room B316.