ORLANDO, Fla. — The 2019 Ruud/Rheem Pro Partner Driving Greatness National Conferences met at the Dolphin Resort, within earshot of Disney World, on March 25-26 and March 27-28. By 9:15 on opening night, the Disney fireworks could be seen outside, but most of the attending Ruud contractors were still found roaming the aisles talking to exhibitors, eating dessert, and sipping on beverages. The exhibits and dinner opened at 5 p.m., after completion of the general session, when Ruud leadership welcomed the crowd and provided an industry update.
Fast forward two nights later, and another high-energy event unfolded. Following the Ruud Pro Partner conference, Rheem contractors from across the U.S., Canada, and several other countries began the process all over again. The immense task of conducting two huge brand meetings back-to-back was an amazement in itself. Key leaders from Rheem Mfg. Co.: Mike Branson, president, Air; Randy Roberts, vice president of sales, Air Conditioning Division; and David Utter, senior sales manager, Brand Loyalty Programs, engaged contractors at both conferences. All delivered inspiring messages, while Utter played general emcee.