Introducing women to the trades and all the opportunities it provides is essential for our industry. We are in desperate need of qualified, exceptional individuals to help the home service businesses thrive and hope that women see it as a viable career.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Jennifer Milazzo
The HVACR industry has changed so much since I entered. To see women develop into mentors and leaders in this industry is amazing. I am so proud to be a member of Women in HVACR.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Pamela Gerken
To increase the number of women in HVACR, and engineering in general, an introduction to and continued emphasis on STEM starting at a young age is crucial.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Tina Richardson
A strong work ethic is essential, as well as attention to detail, especially when dealing with technicians.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Mariela Lopez
There’s always something new to learn in HVACR, and that’s what I find exciting and what encourages me to pursue this career.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Breanne Flacks
My passion stems from helping people understand the tools to be successful in their career and their day-to-day life — whether that’s working in the field or trying to run a successful business.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Patricia Rizzo
You need to be continually learning. Take the initiative to learn on your own. You also have to have integrity — mean what you say and say what you mean.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Brigitte Busch
Don’t be afraid to ask questions; you can learn and do anything if you have a true passion for it and you enjoy what you are doing. There are many opportunities, from marketing to chemistry. I firmly believe there are many opportunities for anyone in this field.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Cathy Urciuoli
There are numerous opportunities in this industry in which women would be a great fit, and companies need to hire for these various positions — from field technicians to salespeople to office operational staff.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Angie Snow
I am most fulfilled when I am training, speaking, coaching, and helping other contractors thrive in their businesses. I absolutely love an opportunity to make an impact and help others experience the success and joy that I’ve found in the industry.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Brittany “Bee” Smith
Over time, I proved myself as a valuable asset on the counter — not only to our customers but also to my teammates — and after that, many customers would call and only want to talk to me.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Renee Tomlinson
To increase the number of women in the industry, we have to gain more respect as an industry as a whole. When society stops looking down on blue collar workers and tradespeople and looks at this industry as another noble profession, we will start to gain more interest from all groups at all levels.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Kirby Lunger
You need to learn the basics to become a master. Do your best at whatever you’re doing, even if you don’t always understand how your day-to-day efforts fit into the bigger picture, and you will be planting the seeds for future success.
2022 Top Women in HVAC: Evie Sibert
I know many brilliant women engineers in HVAC. And even if you aren’t technical, you can bring something amazing to the team. Each of us have different strengths to contribute to our roles. Together, the technical experts and creative minds can collaborate to form an outstanding team.
2022 Top Women in HVAC
All of these women have made a mark on the HVAC industry and continue to do so. While they serve in different areas of the industry, each is making a contribution to both improve the industry and make it a more welcoming career for females.
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