We have Ash and Becca on, AKA The Viper Vixens, from Refrigeration Technologies on live at AHR Expo. We talked all things related to Refrigeration Technologies. There products are top notch and American made, by a family owned company. The team at Refrigeration Technologies prides themselves on making great products that are safe to use. We also talked about the infamous thumb wrestling battle in their booth. Only a small injury, but Becca did lose a nail. Give this a listen and let us know if you have any questions for them about any of their products.

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Mike Voss has a pretty cool way into the food service repair industry. He spent many years as a chef in various levels.Eventually he became sick of the long hours and wanted a change. He was taking some HVACR classes and found a flyer for a food service repair company and thought, I know how to use the equipment, and took a chance. After starting as a jr tech, then PM, trainee and finally a full fledged tech. He enjoys a challenge and understands what the customer is going through. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

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I got to catch with Becky and Maddie from RIDGID and Greenlee, as well as Antonio a past RIDGID Experience participant. I am super excited to have been chosen to be a guest, and I look forward to building new friendships and making some memories.

We talk all about some of the cool things that happens in Elryia OH. From factory tour, the Schoolhouse, baseball game, and more.

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Huge shout out to the team at RIDGID for all they do to support the trades.

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We are back with another part of our Young Guns series. This time we have Zane Smith. He is 22 years old and is from Indiana. He has been in the hvacr/restaurant industry since he was 16. He start off taking care of some light stuff at a restaurant he was working at and ended up making it a career. Zane is full of energy and ready to learn everything he can. Give this a listen and let us know what you guys think.

As always, if you or someone you know would like to be a guest, have them reach out and let us schedule them on to tell their story.

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This was a lot of fun. I will warn you, the audio broke up a bit but it does come out of it. Rachel was great to talk with. We hear about her going from being a waitress, to owning an HVAC company. She does full installations, as well as PMs, maintenance and repairs. It was great talking with her and we look forward to seeing her grow. We have attached her social media accounts for you to follow her.

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This episode was a blast. It is refreshing to see someone like Ryan in the trades. He did his homework on what industry he wanted to go into. Then, he checked out several trade schools before finding the perfect fit for himself. His outlook on his future as well as the HVACR industry is truly a great thing to see. Listen to this episode to find out what Ryan has in store for himself.

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We had the pleasure of having Jessica Slaughter with Rapid Locking System and Michael Provenzano with Ridgid join us live at AHR Expo record an episode.

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If you are a small to medium sized food service repair company, you want to hear this. Ray and his brother started Roopairs to help restaurant operators and turned it into one of the smoothest running software that a service company can run. It is very user friendly for the technicians out in the field. It is intuitive in how it flows and processes. It also ties into 3rd party platforms and eliminates the need for extra steps for your technicians to check in and out of calls.

Give this a listen and see what you think about Ray and Roopairs.

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If you haven't had the pleasure of encountering Aiden, you're truly missing out on an individual whose fervor for all things HVACR is unmatched. Currently enrolled at the University of Northwestern Ohio, Aiden is wholeheartedly dedicated to the study of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR). Beyond his academic pursuits, Aiden leads a multifaceted life, balancing his educational journey with hands-on experiences. In addition to his scholarly endeavors, he is actively engaged in collecting water samples, showcasing his commitment to environmental awareness. Furthermore, Aiden extends his talents beyond the classroom and laboratory by officiating track events across the state of Ohio, demonstrating his diverse skill set and passion for community involvement.

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Michael entered the industry and never looked back. Despite facing initial challenges, he remained resilient and unwavering. Driven by a relentless thirst for knowledge, he sought to absorb as much information as possible. Eventually, he founded his own company and has since found immense joy in the industry. Michael openly discusses the keys to success, the hurdles he overcame, and the importance of fearlessly tackling new endeavors.

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