Management
Chris Phelan
Co-President & PrincipalChris 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
Co-President & PrincipalBackground: 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, Inside Sales & Tech SupportBackground: Dave spent three years with a major New Jersey supply house as an outside salesman.
Bob Coleman
Director, Business OperationsBackground: Bob has extensive management and leadership experience across various business disciplines, including human resources, benefits, payroll, finance, project management, and IT systems.
Engineering Sales
Ross Preseault
Senior Sales RepresentativeBackground: Ross is a graduate engineer and has valuable commercial sales experience as a Metro NY and NJ manufacturer’s representative team member.
Jordan Felder
Senior Sales RepresentativeBackground: Jordan has a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Most recently, he worked as an Inside Sales Engineer for a boiler supply company on Long Island.
John Gardenier
Senior EstimatorJohn 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 Product ManagerMichael 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.
Carlos Batista
Engineering Products SpecialistBackground: 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.
Robert Buxton
Sales EngineerBackground: Robert has over 30 years of sales and account management experience. He has extensive experience with boilers, burners, breaching, pumps, and controls.
Wholesale Sales
Jim Howe
Senior Account ManagerBackground: Jim spent three years working for a major wholesaler. For five years prior to that, he worked as a communications supervisor.
Michael Hajek
Commercial Sales Territory ManagerMichael 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
Account ManagerBackground: Heather’s experience in sales management, as well as her experience at the wholesale level, make her a valuable addition to Thermco’s team.
Victor Cardenas
Account ManagerVictor, 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.
Thomas Holmes
HVAC/Multi-Family Account ManagerThomas joined Thermco in 2026 as our HVAC/Multi-Family Account Manager. He calls on consulting engineers and mechanical contractors and specializes in multi-family job design.
Background: Thomas has over 20 years experience delivering engineered solutions for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects. Prior to joining Thermco, he led a 10-person estimating and sales team for over a decade.
Inside Sales and Technical Support
Steve Falotico
Inside Sales ManagerSteve 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.
Helen Heizler
Sales RepresentativesBackground: Helen spent over 15 years working with two global consumer goods companies.
William Parris
Sales RepresentativesSupport Staff
Sue Phelan
Corporate Events and Employee Engagement ManagerSue coordinates with vendors and Thermco management to plan and execute corporate events and training programs. She also organizes employee-focused activities and initiatives designed to encourage engagement, strengthen connections, and foster a positive company culture.
Toni Kuhles
Front Office AdministratorAnnette Frano
AccountingShirley Casiano
Account RecievableRoxanne Atieh
Accounting/WarrantySince 2004, Roxanne has worked in Accounting processing billing, assisting with return goods and special reporting systems.

