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Welcome to the TMG Fireside Chat, where we break down the fire protection and life safety industry with the best minds in the business! In this special six-part series, we sit down with John Demeter, President of Wesco HMB, to tackle the biggest shifts in the industry, from regulatory shakeups to private equity’s growing influence and the future of fire protection technology.
🚀 What’s in Store?
✅ Industry Updates & Market Evolution – What's next in 2025? We cover the latest on regulations, mergers, and game-changing trends.
✅ Regulatory Deep Dive – How the AIM Act, EPA regulations, and federal policies are reshaping the industry.
✅ Industry Legacy & Leadership – Honoring pioneers like Ernie Horvath and discussing the evolution of family-owned businesses.
✅ Consolidation & Private Equity – The real impact of roll-ups, tech adoption, and service delivery shifts.
✅ Technology & Sustainability – The battle between water mist vs. inert gas systems, HFC recycling, and PFAS concerns.
✅ Quality Control & Digital Transformation – The future of compliance, testing standards, and digital reporting in fire protection. This insight-packed series isn’t just about news—it’s about the future of fire protection, and how businesses can adapt and thrive.
🎧 Join the Conversation!
By John MackeyWelcome to the TMG Fireside Chat, where we break down the fire protection and life safety industry with the best minds in the business! In this special six-part series, we sit down with John Demeter, President of Wesco HMB, to tackle the biggest shifts in the industry, from regulatory shakeups to private equity’s growing influence and the future of fire protection technology.
🚀 What’s in Store?
✅ Industry Updates & Market Evolution – What's next in 2025? We cover the latest on regulations, mergers, and game-changing trends.
✅ Regulatory Deep Dive – How the AIM Act, EPA regulations, and federal policies are reshaping the industry.
✅ Industry Legacy & Leadership – Honoring pioneers like Ernie Horvath and discussing the evolution of family-owned businesses.
✅ Consolidation & Private Equity – The real impact of roll-ups, tech adoption, and service delivery shifts.
✅ Technology & Sustainability – The battle between water mist vs. inert gas systems, HFC recycling, and PFAS concerns.
✅ Quality Control & Digital Transformation – The future of compliance, testing standards, and digital reporting in fire protection. This insight-packed series isn’t just about news—it’s about the future of fire protection, and how businesses can adapt and thrive.
🎧 Join the Conversation!