PHCPPros: Stories From the Mechanical Room With Dan Foley and Steve Smith - Championing the Health of the HVACR Industry with ACCA President and CEO Barton James

Championing the Health of the HVACR Industry with ACCA President and CEO Barton James

03/11/24 • 32 min

PHCPPros: Stories From the Mechanical Room With Dan Foley and Steve Smith

This month, Dan and Steve are joined by ACCA President and CEO Barton James! Tune in as the trio discuss what ACCA is doing to help contractors on Capitol Hill and improve workforce development efforts — as well as the latest regulations and the importance of trade associations in general. Plus, get a preview of ACCA 2024, an annual education and networking event for HVACR contractors taking place this year from March 11-14 in Orlando!

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Crashing the Set of "This Old House" with Richard Trethewey

Dan and Steve kick off their first episode of 2024 with Richard Trethewey of "This Old House!"
The trio discuss how Richard has been an integral part of the "This Old House" team since the home improvement show’s debut in 1979 and Dan's recent behind-the-scenes visit to the set. Plus — why Richard became a licensed master and journeyman plumber; how he helped popularize radiant floor heat; the "ultimate training center" he established in Boston through his manufacturer’s representative company, RST Thermal; electrification trends, and more!

Thank you to MrPEX Systems for sponsoring this episode! Learn more about the company at https://mrpexsystems.com/

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