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STAFF

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Chris Phelan, Manager CHRIS PHELAN – Co-President & Principal
Chris has been with Thermco’s sales team since 1995, calling on specifying consulting engineers and mechanical contractors.  Subsequently, Chris was promoted to Director of Engineering Sales, providing supervision to Thermco’s engineering group and ensuring our exposure to the Consulting Engineer, Industrial and Mechanical Contractor communities.  Chris became Co-President and Principal in 2019.  With Tom, he is responsible for overall corporate management, as well as the development of the corporation and the lines Thermco Represents.  Chris is currently a member of the Board of Directors for ASHRAE.  He is Director and Regional Chair (DCR), Region I.  He is also the Past President of the New Jersey Chapter of ASHRAE.
Background:  Chris is a Graduate Engineer.  He spent seven years as a Senior Engineer with a major manufacturer.

Tom Loder, Jr., Manager TOM LODER – Co-President & Principal
Tom joined Thermco in 2000 as a member of our Wholesale Sales Team.  He was subsequently promoted to Director of Wholesale Sales, leading the Wholesale Sales Team, while developing Thermco's Wholesaler/Distributor network and initiating creative marketing campaigns.  Tom became Co-President and Principal in 2019.  With Chris, he is responsible for overall corporate management, as well as the development of the corporation and the lines Thermco represents.
Background:  Tom is a licensed plumber with eight years of experience as a contractor.  He went on to work for a major wholesaler, managing one of their many branches.
Dave Parker, Director of Inside Sales & Technical Support DAVE PARKER – Director, Inside Sales & Technical Support
Dave has been with Thermco’s inside sales and technical support department since 1999. Among Dave’s duties are the supervision of the inside sales group, warehouse staff and inventory control. Dave provides responsive assistance to our customers including quotations, technical support and order follow-up. Conducts in-house and field product training seminars.
Background:  Dave spent three years with a major New Jersey supply house as an outside salesman.
Bob Coleman, Director of Business Operations BOB COLEMAN– Director, Business Operations
Bob joined Thermco in 2019. His primary responsibility is managing the company's Human Resources, Benefits, and Payroll. Bob is also responsible for streamlining Thermco's procedures to benefit our customers and employees. He monitors our business processes and makes improvements to optimize our efficiency. 
Background: Bob has extensive management and leadership experience across various business disciplines, including human resources, benefits, payroll, finance, project management, and IT systems.   

SALES REPRESENTATIVES

Ross Preseault, HVAC Sales Engineer ROSS PRESEAULT – Senior Sales Engineer
As a member of Thermco's Engineering Sales Team since 2012, Ross calls on specifying consulting engineers and mechanical contractors primarily in the northern New Jersey area. 
Background:  Ross is a graduate engineer and has valuable commercial sales experience as a Metro NY and NJ manufacturer’s representative team member.
Robert Buxton, HVAC Sales Engineer ROBERT BUXTON – Sales Engineer
Robert started at Thermco in 2022.  He calls on mechanical engineers and contractors in New Jersey and New York..
Background:  Robert has over 30 years of sales and account management experience.  He has extensive experience with boilers, burners, breaching, pumps, and controls.
John Gardenier, HVAC Estimator JOHN GARDENIER – Senior Estimator
John has worked as Thermco's Estimator since 2007.  His responsibilities include plan and spec takeoff, quotations, job tracking and product training seminars.
Background:
  John joined Thermco with over 20 years' experience in the HVAC industry.  He has worked in field service technology, equipment installation, project design and sales.
Michael Apricena, Technical Products Manager MICHAEL APRICENA – Technical Product Manager
Michael joined Thermco in 2021.  He assists our customers with equipment selection, price quotations and troubleshooting.  With extensive field experience and previous familiarity with Thermco's products, Michael is an invaluable technical support resource.
Background:
  Michael came to Thermco with over 35 years of HVAC technical experience.  After studying at Lincoln Tech and through local apprenticeships, he worked in the field on both commercial and residential equipment.  Later, Michael ran his own HVAC company for 10 years before becoming the Service Manager for a large mechanical contractor.
Carlos Batista, Customer Service & Inside Sales Representative CARLOS BATISTA - Engineered Products Specialist
Carlos joined Thermco in 2019.  As a member of our Engineering Sales Team, he assists customers with sales and technical support inquiries.
Background:  Carlos worked in the field for 17 years as a Project Manager for a large plumbing contractor.  He has also worked as an Estimator and a Purchaser.  Carlos has extensive experience with on-site troubleshooting, creating job quotations and material lists.
Jim Howe, HVAC Sales Representative JIM HOWE – Senior Account Manager
In 2002, Jim joined Thermco to provide added support and technical assistance to our growing customer base and expanding product lines.  He subsequently transitioned to our Wholesale Sales Team.  He calls on New Jersey Contractors.
Background:  Jim spent three years working for a major wholesaler. For five years prior to that, he worked as a communications supervisor.

Michael Hajek, HVAC Sales Representative MICHAEL HAJEK – Commercial Sales Territory Manager
Michael joined Thermco's team in 2020.  Michael calls on HVAC Distribution and Mechanical Contractors in New York and New Jersey.  He focuses on strategic account development.
Background:  Michael has worked in the HVAC field for over 20 years.  With his extensive application knowledge and sales experience, he is a valuable resource for our customer base.
Heather Simon, HVAC Sales Representative HEATHER SIMON – Account Manager
Heather joined Thermco in 2015 to provide added sales representation to our growing customer base.  As a member of our Wholesale Sales Team, she calls on our existing and potential wholesale customers.
Background:  Heather's experience in sales management, as well as her experience at the wholesale level, make her a valuable addition to Thermco's team.
Rickie Johnson, HVAC Sales Representative RICKIE JOHNSON – Account Manager
Rickie joined Thermco's staff early in 2016 and calls on wholesale distributors throughout the New York and New Jersey territories.
Background:  With over 30 years' experience within the HVAC and plumbing industry, Rickie is a familiar face to many.  His industry experience and ability to help wholesalers and contractors make him a powerful addition to the Thermco sales team.
Victor Cardenas, HVAC Sales Representative VICTOR CARDENAS – Senior Sales Representative, Inside Sales & Technical Support Group
Victor, a member of Thermco’s Inside Sales Team, joined us in 2005 and provides sales and product support to our customers
Background:  Victor worked for several years as an Inside Sales Representative for a major plumbing and HVAC wholesaler.

Helen Heizler, HVAC Sales Representative HELEN HEIZLER –Sales Representative, Inside Sales & Technical Support Group
Helen came to Thermco in 2006. Helen assists our customers with parts order entry and expediting, with a major focus on Reznor.  In addition, Helen takes part in the maintenance of our inventory control system.
Background:  Helen spent over 15 years working with two global consumer goods companies.

Steve Falotico, Customer Service & Inside Sales Representative STEVE FALOTICO - Sales Representative, Inside Sales & Technical Support Group
Steve joined Thermco's Inside Sales Team in 2015.  He provides sales and technical support for our many product lines.
Background:  Steve worked as a HVAC technician with a local Contractor for 15 years.  In addition, Steve has five years' experience as a technical school instructor in the principles of gas, electric and oil heating.
 

SUPPORT STAFF

Toni Kuhles, Receptionist TONI KUHLES –Front Office Administrator
Toni is the friendly voice that greets our customers on the phone.  She joined Thermco's support staff in 2015 with over 20 years of office administration experience.  She provides adminstrative support to our sales team, while assisting with product inventory control.  Toni also manages our Literature Department and our office supply inventory.
Noelle Rutowski, Sales Administrative Assistant NOELLE RUTOWSKI – Sales Administrative Assistant
Noelle joined Thermco's team in 2021.  She is a vital asset to both our Sales and Support Teams.  Noelle assists with incoming call flow, the creation and dissemination of marketing material and order entry.  Noelle has experience with retail sales and security management.
Mary Dalinsky, Marketing Administrator MARY LODER – Marketing & IT Administrator
Mary joined Thermco early in 2014, after having spent several years in support positions with TV production and marketing firms.  As Thermco's Marketing Administrator, Mary maintains all Thermco's printed and digital media including our website and social media presence on LinkedIn and Facebook.  She also generates Thermco Updates which are sent electronically to our customers, keeping them up-to-date on the latest product news and promotions.
Cristina Mosquera CRISTINA ENRIQUEZ – Accounts Payable
Cristina joined Thermco's Support Team in 2021.  She has an Associates Degree in Accounting and spent many years working in office administration for a large plumbing contractor.  Cristina's broad range of office experience makes her a great help to our Support and Sales Teams.
Annette Frano, Accounting Coordinator ANNETTE FRANO – Accounting
Since joining Thermco in 1993, Annette’s Accounting role has evolved through many stages. Annette focuses on billing and returns.  She is our liaison to our manufacturers in these matters.
Shirley Casiano SHIRLEY CASIANO – Accounts Receivable
Shirley has been responsible for our credit and collections since joining Thermco in 2007. Shirley also assists with database maintenance and is responsible for our communication equipment contracts.
ROXANNE ATIEH – Accounting
Since 2004, Roxanne has worked in Accounting processing billing, assisting with return goods and special reporting systems.
ANGELO PARISI– Warehouse Supervisor
With years of experience in warehouse supervision, Angelo joined Thermco's team in 2016.  His responsibilities include Shipping and Receiving activities and assisting with inventory control.