2024 Top 40 Under 40: Cody Dampf
Cody Dampf
Cody Dampf’s journey into the HVAC industry began in his early years. His stepfather has a distinguished career in HVAC, and he spent a significant part of his childhood around his type of work. This early exposure planted seeds in Dampf.
After high school, Dampf joined the Marines and served two tours in Iraq. When he returned, he moved to Arizona and began his HVAC career by initially focusing on installations while attending night school to further his education.
“In 2016, my father proposed that we start and grow a business together, leveraging his extensive experience and my fresh perspective,” Dampf said. “On December 31, 2023, my wife and I purchased the remainder of the company from him. Since then … we have managed to double the size of our company. This growth is a testament to the collective effort, expertise, and dedication of everyone at Innovative Air Pros.”
Cody started as the only technician at the company, and now as the company has grown, he manages the day to day operations along with the training the technicians receive. Currently the company has 15 employees, but that hasn’t held them back. Ninety-one percent of Innovative Air Pros’ revenue comes from installation. The other 9% comes from service — all residential. And they just hit over $900,000 in one month.
“One of my proudest achievements is the rapid expansion of Innovative Air Pros,” Dampf said. “We managed to double our company’s size within just six months, a testament to our team’s unwavering dedication and hard work.”
Dampf also works zealously to empower the future of his employees. He wants to help them build strong futures while supporting their personal development. This has been incredibly rewarding to Dampf. Seeing them grow both personally and professionally is one of his greatest satisfactions.
Additionally, Dampf has been recognized as the leading variable-speed salesman across a three-state area.
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“This accomplishment underscores my commitment to innovation and excellence in HVAC technology and solutions,” Dampf said.
Dampf’s primary goals for the rest of his career revolve around several key aspirations: creating an attractive company culture, ensuring financial freedoms for team members, and providing “world class” customer service by continually improving service standards.
“I aim to cultivate an environment that attracts top-tier talent in our trade,” Dampf said. “Having a workplace where individuals feel valued, motivated, and inspired is crucial for our collective success. I am dedicated to establishing systems and opportunities that facilitate financial independence for my teammates. Their financial well-being is a top priority, as I believe that financially secure employees are more content and productive.”
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