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Florida, Georgia Contractors Among Those Honored By Lennox

September 27, 2002
Two contractors from Florida and two from Georgia were among 25 Lennox dealerships presented with the Dave Lennox Award, described by the manufacturer as “the company’s most prestigious business award.”

Lennox gives the award to dealerships that strive to provide top quality customer service, according to a statement from the company.

“The Dave Lennox Award is one of the highest honors we can bestow on a dealer,” said Scott J. Boxer, president of Lennox Industries Inc. “It signifies success as well as planning and performance that go beyond everyday expectations. The recipients are among the best in our business.”

Among those cited:

  • Air Systems of Florida, Jacksonville, FL; award accepted by Mike and Cathy Gunter.

  • Carden Heating & Air Conditioning, Kennesaw, GA; David and Bonnie Carden.

  • Del-Air Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Longwood, FL; Richard and Beverly Fortin.

  • Shumate Mechanical, Duluth, GA; Harold and Nancy Shumate.

    Publication date: 09/30/2002

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