"Contrary to popular belief, I think that we really do work in a cool industry," Munch said. "It checks a lot of boxes for an industry that fuels enthusiasm, such as technology-focused product segments, rapid growth, networking-focused industry organizations, etc. All these things promote excitement and engagement, and I think that shows.”
For many wholesalers, HVACR distribution runs in their blood. This is evident by the ample number of second-, third-, and fourth-generation owners leading wholesale distributors nationwide.
“I feel like I learned this industry through trial and error with no one paying attention to everything around me," Miller said. "The industry has changed so much, and I don’t think anything is the same as it was 17 years ago.”
“Some of my customers are the nicest people in the world and would seriously give you the shirt off their back," Lohrbach said. "Even if I change positions or were to go somewhere else, these guys would always be considered friends.”
"The parts are all the same; people make the difference," Keesling said. "Failure is acceptable, as long as you learn from it. Failure, many times, is the best teacher. Don’t be afraid to try something new. Never stop developing yourself or others. Knowledge is to be shared not buried."