PHCPPros: Off the Cuff PHCPPros

In our latest Off the Cuff episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is discussing all things warehousing and logistics with Fielding Alderman, Executive Vice President & General Manager, PDI!Tune in as Fielding shares how PDI is using Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) to improve experiences for both customers and vendors; warehouse layout optimization; how the company has seamlessly integrated robotic systems with its workforce; PDI's...

In our latest Off the Cuff episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is joined by Mark McGann, general manager at The National Energy Control Corporation (NECC)! Tune in as Mark discusses his role at NECC along with the importance of training in HVAC and the following:What the typical training curriculum looks like for an HVAC technicianThe importance of hands-on training for pneumatic controlsHow advancements in HVAC technology have impacted training programsHow certifications play a role...

In our latest episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is joined by Tim Goedeker, senior regulatory, sustainability, and technical advisor for TRICORD Consulting — and a long-standing member and supporter of the Valve World Americas Expo & Conference!Tune in to learn about Tim's journey through the industry, what's in store for attendees during Valve World Americas Expo & Conference 2023 this June, some of the event's key themes and takeaways, and more! Valve World Americas Expo &...

HVACR and plumbing marketer Ryan Kiscaden joins the podcast to discuss his first children's book in the NEXT UP TRADES Series, "The Water Came To A Stop." Tune in to learn about the inspiration for the book, Ryan's writing process, his thoughts on the labor shortage, and more! About Ryan: Ryan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and an MBA from Elizabethtown College. He lives outside of Philadelphia with his wife and two young sons. In 2020, he published a book ava...

The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell sits down with Matco-Norca team members Dan Hunt, Melissa Hunt, and Eric Berglund to discuss the company’s milestone anniversary! Tune in to learn all about their history with Matco-Norca, the company's culture of empowerment, and how it lives up to its motto: Always growing, always changing, always something new. About the Company: Matco-Norca is one of the largest independent sourcing companies marketing its own branded fittings, pipe nipples, valves...

Franklin Electric Business Unit Trainer Jeremiah Brodie joins us to discuss how he joined the PHCP industry, Little Giant's "Train the Trainer" philosophy, and the company's current training opportunities — including the FranklinTECH virtual learning platform and mobile training facilities.Little Giant produces pumping solutions for HVAC contractors and plumbing professionals. Learn more about the Franklin Electric brand at www.littlegiant.com.