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Distribution Trends, a supplement to The ACHR NEWS, annually celebrates the successes distributors achieve, as well as voices their comments and concerns about the industry, with the Top 30 Distributors feature.

“More heating-degree days year-to-year helped produce sales growth in all seven of our regions during January,” said Brian Loftus, HARDI’s macroeconomic and residential market analyst.

Jim Schnorr, who joined the firm two years ago and had been serving as vice president of business development, moves to president of N.H. Yates. Jon Thomas, who had served as president, moves CEO, and Dan Kelbaugh moves from executive vice president to COO.

Associate of the Year recognition is awarded to an associate member that has demonstrated exceptional commitment and service to Air Conditioning Contractors of Ohio and the HVACR industry, a press release from ACCO said.

Located at 60 Downeast Highway (Rte. 1), the Ellsworth branch is managed by Derek Foy, a graduate of The Granite Group’s Sales & Management Trainee program. 

The strategic move unites two industry leaders, strengthening their market position and enhancing service offerings for contractors, technicians, and trade professionals across the Midwest, a press release said.

The Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce board of directors sets the business and industry legislative agenda for the organization. The board includes representatives from large and small manufacturers, service companies, and chambers of commerce throughout Wisconsin.

Conversations with several HVACR distribution professionals indicate a cautious optimism for growth in the sector in 2025, though they say the year will not be without its challenges.