In this special in-person episode of the Commercial Kitchen Chronicles, recorded at the headquarters of Parts Town, I finally caught up with John Warpinski, the Senior Director of Customer Partnerships – HVAC at Parts Town. John brings a deep background in the HVAC industry, and in this conversation we dive into his journey through the trades before stepping into his leadership role at Parts Town. From the field to the business side of the industry, John shares the experiences that shaped his perspective on HVAC service, technician support, and building stronger partnerships across the trades. We break down what Parts Town is doing for the HVAC community, how they’re supporting contractors and service technicians, and why their approach to OEM parts distribution, supply chain logistics, and technician support is making a real impact in the field. If you’ve ever wondered how a company like Parts Town works behind the scenes to keep restaurants, commercial kitchens, and facilities running, this episode pulls back the curtain. John also shares real-world stories about how fast parts availability, strong manufacturer relationships, and industry partnerships help technicians solve problems faster and take better care of their customers. From emergency repairs to keeping mission-critical equipment running, the discussion highlights how the HVACR and foodservice equipment repair industries rely on strong collaboration between technicians, manufacturers, and suppliers. This episode is packed with insights on: The evolution of the HVAC and HVACR service industry How Parts Town supports technicians and contractors The importance of OEM replacement parts and fast parts distribution Building partnerships that strengthen the skilled trades community Supporting technicians who keep commercial kitchens and facilities operational If you’re a service technician, HVAC contractor, refrigeration tech, or foodservice equipment professional, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the right partnerships and resources can make your job easier in the field. At Commercial Kitchen Chronicles, our mission is to shine a spotlight on the technicians, innovators, and industry leaders who keep the equipment running and the industry moving forward. 🎧 Listen in as we sit down with John Warpinski at Parts Town and talk about the future of HVAC, technician support, and the partnerships that power the industry. https://www.partstown.com/ Commercial Kitchen Chronicles https://commercialkitchenchronicles.com/
