CARROLLTON, Texas - Daikin AC (Americas) Inc. has named Brian Seiderman branch manager of the West region. Seiderman will be responsible for managing and overseeing regional sales activities and operations in 11 states located in the western United States.

“Daikin AC has enjoyed a strong sales performance in the West region that is increasingly focused on obtaining more energy efficient heating and cooling equipment,” said Russell Tavolacci, vice president and general manager of Daikin AC. “We welcome Brian and are excited about his contribution to our continued success and expansion.”

Seiderman joins Daikin AC with substantial experience in HVAC as well as product development, marketing, and sales management. The majority of his career, to date, has been with international industrial and HVAC controls manufacturer, Siemens/Staefa Controls. Seiderman was with the company for 14 years and held positions in sales management, business development, and product management.

He also worked in sales and manufacturing management roles for Bendix and General Electric. Most recently he served as the western regional manager of controls manufacturer, Distech Controls.

Seiderman is a licensed professional engineer in mechanical engineering in the state of California and member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

For more information, visit www.daikinac.com.

Publication date:05/10/2010