The wholesaler Ferguson has appointed Anthony Santacroce to general manager of its South Carolina HVAC branch. He succeeds Jon Wallace “who has transitioned into the leadership role of Louisiana HVAC,” according to a statement from the company.

Santacroce joined Ferguson in 1992 as a management trainee in Ocala, Fla. He has held several positions, including outside sales associate, branch manager, and general manager.

“Jon and his team have done a great job building this very young branch,” Santacroce said. “I look forward to continued growth and success in South Carolina.”

Santacroce has been a member of the company’s President’s Club twice. In 2004, he was a member of the management team during the Central Florida branch consolidation. In fiscal year 2003-04, while under Santacroce’s guidance, the Cocoa, Fla., branch received the Most Improved Supply House award.

Headquartered in Newport News, Va., Ferguson is a wholesale distributor of plumbing supplies; pipes, valves and fittings; heating and cooling equipment; waterworks; mechanical and industrial; bathrooms and appliances; tools and safety equipment; and fire protection products. Ferguson has more than 1,400 service centers.

Publication date: 10/20/2008