As Cool As it Gets HVAC Podcast

Fujitsu General USA
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Welcome to the As Cool As it Gets podcast where HVAC is HOT! Here, we're all about elevating the trade and showing why HVAC matters! After all, where would we be without AC?

Episodes

  1. 12/13/2023

    Gary McCreadie, The Man Behind HVAC Know it All

    Gary McCreadie is the founder of HVAC Know It All - originally a Facebook page that has transformed into a movement. The goal? To "learn, teach, and entertain," while fostering an atmosphere of positivity in a historically negative trade. In this episode, he shares the importance of staying grounded, having a vision, and keeping priorities in line. Gary has nearly 160K followers on Facebook, 70K on Instagram, and over 30K on TikTok. Check out the ways he's improving the trade. https://hvacknowitall.com/ https://www.facebook.com/hvacknowitall https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@hvacknowitall

  2. 11/07/2023

    It's Time to Make a Career Change

    Brandi shares her experience in the U.S Navy, transitioning out of the military, and figuring out her career path. Eventually, she found the perfect fit in HVAC. One of the biggest takeaways - all experiences are valuable and beneficial to your future self. Nothing is wasted!

  3. 09/27/2023

    Being Elite, Going Viral, and Learning from Mistakes with Kyle Hatch

    Kyle Hatch shares his experience as an FGA Elite Contractor, what it's like going viral on Instagram, and the importance of learning from mistakes to advance in the trade. Follow Kyle on Instagram @hvac_hatch Follow his company on Instagram @rw_h.e.s Follow us on Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

  4. 08/16/2023

    Making the Trade a Better Place with Jennifer of HVAChicks

    Jennifer is making the trade a better place for both women and men! She is the founder of HVAChicks, a coalition that offers FREE training for both women and men in the trade of all skill levels. She is the co-owner of Valeriani Air Conditioning, where she is an engineer and service tech, and the cohost of the Misfits of HVAC podcast. Follow Jennifer on Instagram: hvachicksjennifer Check out her podcast: Misfits of HVAC

  5. 08/02/2023

    Building an Authentic Business with Travis Evans

    Travis Evans is the owner and president of Arctic Fox Mechanical and has over 20 years of experience in the trade. Travis is all about relationship building and authenticity, which has proven to make his business the success that it is. Follow him on Instagram @arcticfoxmechanical and check out his website: https://www.arcticfoxmechanical.ca/ Follow us on Instagram @fujitsugeneralusa

  6. 07/19/2023

    Meet Jeryl, Your Grow House Expert

    This episode features your homegrown home grow expert, Jeryl of Build4Twenty! Not only is Jeryl an experienced HVAC technician, but knows EVERYTHING about what it takes to create a thriving environment for grow houses. Time Stamps: 1:20 Afroman?! 3:00 Jeryl’s background and initial experience with cultivating  8:00 Changes in the industry since Jeryl first started 12:00 Categories of growth stages and equipment 19:00 Troubleshooting  24:00 Finding creativity, fun, and focus in mechanical work 29:00 Staying up to date with HVAC systems as the industry changes 34:00 Social media 37:00 Jeryl’s advice for getting into the industry Follow Jeryl on Instagram! @build4twenty_ Follow us! Instagram @fujitsugeneralusa Facebook @FujitsuGeneralUSA LinkedIn @FuijtsuGeneralAmericaInc Have a question? Want to be on the podcast? Email us at ascoolpodcast@gmail.com.

  7. 07/05/2023

    Turning Pain into Purpose with Jennifer and Grant from the Wounded Warrior Project

    This episode features Jennifer Jenkins, best selling author and spokesperson for the Wounded Warrior Project, an organization that assists veterans in transitioning back into civilian life post-service. With Jennifer is her son, Grant Teauge, a veteran of the US Marine Corps and current HVAC technician. Jennifer and Grant share how military life impacted them and how they turned their painful experiences into purpose. Get connected: Wounded Warrior Project 888 997 2586 Follow Fujitsu on Instagram⁠! @fujitsugeneralusa⁠ Have a question? Want to be on the podcast? Email us at ascoolpodcast@gmail.com.

  8. 06/21/2023

    Dan Vastyan, a Man with a Unique Perspective in the HVAC Trade

    Dan Vastyan has a unique perspective when it comes to HVAC. With PR firm Common Ground since 2009, Dan does marketing for manufacturers in the industry, which has connected him with a variety of technicians and business owners throughout the years. Dan is a longtime witness to ongoing changes within the field, and encourages techs and manufacturers to evolve alongside them. @to_the_trades Follow Fujitsu on Instagram! @fujitsugeneralusa Have a question? Want to be on the podcast? Email us at ascoolpodcast@gmail.com. 1:00 Who is Dan Vastyan? 10:00 Dan’s experience in the industry and how he’s seen it change over time 15:30 Exposure to the trade 18:00 Social media and the manufacturer 24:00 Making art out of HVAC and social media bringing awareness to the industry 26:00 How COVID changed the perception of the trade 27:30 How the trade is changing 32:00 Social media - a full time job and the importance of having a presence 41:00 Social media and podcasting as free resource learning tools 49:00 The newest social media platform… 55:00 If you’re not on social media, you’re not doing things right!

  9. 06/07/2023

    Wise Rich

    Once a contractor and now a distributor, Rich has seen the many sides of HVAC and has the wisdom to prove it. With over 40 years of HVAC experience, Rich knows a thing or two about what the industry needs to thrive!

  10. 04/18/2023

    How Ben Poole of HVAC Tactical is Redefining the Trade

    Giana, social media guru of Fujitsu General America, and Ben Poole, founder of HVAC Tactical, talk about Ben’s experience in the industry, his brand, social media, and attracting the younger generation of contractors. Follow Ben! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvactactical/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hvactactical Get some swag: https://hvactactical.com/ Follow Fujitsu General USA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fujitsugeneralusa/ https://www.facebook.com/FujitsuGeneralUSA Got a question? Want to be on the podcast? Email us @ ascoolpodcast@gmail.com

    How Ben Poole of HVAC Tactical is Redefining the Trade
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Welcome to the As Cool As it Gets podcast where HVAC is HOT! Here, we're all about elevating the trade and showing why HVAC matters! After all, where would we be without AC?

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