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Carrier and Bryant have announced the recipients of the Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarship for the 2024-2025 school year. Carrier and Bryant are part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Since its inception in 1981, the Distributors’ Education Foundation, established to honor the late William A. Blees and his many years Read more

Carrier and Bryant have announced the recipients of the Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarship for the 2024-2025 school year. Carrier and Bryant are part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions.

Since its inception in 1981, the Distributors’ Education Foundation, established to honor the late William A. Blees and his many years of service as an advisor to Carrier and Bryant distributors, has provided over $500,000 in assistance to more than 400 students working towards their undergraduate or vocational degrees. The scholarship is awarded to children and grandchildren of Carrier and Bryant contractors who demonstrate academic excellence, community service, and participate in extracurricular activities. This year, scholarships will be going to students in 25 cities from 11 states coast to coast.

“For over 40 years, Carrier and Bryant distributors have significantly contributed to the growth of the HVAC industry by funding the Carrier and Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation,” said Spencer Atkins, President and Chief Executive Officer, Weathertech Distributing and President, Scholarship Program Board of Directors. “Since inception, the Foundation has provided over $500,000 in scholarships and we plan to continue our support. This scholarship program is a crucial element in developing future leaders for our industry.”

“The Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarship is a unique way for our distributors to give back to their contractors’ families,” said Nick Arch, Vice President and General Manager, Residential HVAC Solutions, Carrier. “We’re honored to support this outstanding initiative and wish all recipients luck in their academic endeavors.”

To learn more about Carrier and Bryant, visit www.carrier.com/residential and  www.bryant.com respectively.

Scholarships awarded to children, grandchildren and employees of Carrier and Bryant distributors and contractors nationwide Carrier and Bryant have announced the recipients of this year’s Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarships. Recipients will receive funding for their post-secondary or vocational program during the 2022-2023 school year. Carrier and Bryant are part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), the leading global provider Read more

Scholarships awarded to children, grandchildren and employees of Carrier and Bryant distributors and contractors nationwide

Carrier and Bryant have announced the recipients of this year’s Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarships. Recipients will receive funding for their post-secondary or vocational program during the 2022-2023 school year. Carrier and Bryant are part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), the leading global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions.

Established in 1981 the Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation was created to commemorate the late William A. Blees for his many years of service as an advisor to Carrier and Bryant distributors. Since inception, the foundation has awarded scholarships to over 400 students. Today, the foundation continues to serve the children, grandchildren and employees of distributors and contractors while also honoring the industry’s founder, Willis Carrier.

Willis Carrier attended Cornell University on a full, four-year merit scholarship. He earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, became a successful inventor and businessperson, and, in 1902, invented the founding principles of modern air conditioning. Willis Carrier was a consummate scientist and an educator who attended college on scholarship, just as our recipients will in his honor.

“The Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarships are a special way for us to say ‘thank you’ to our contractors and distributors for their expertise and support,” said Justin Keppy, President, NA Residential & Light Commercial HVAC, Carrier. “This year’s outstanding scholarship recipients embody all of the values and characteristics we look for in future leaders, and we’re proud to support their educational endeavors just as Willis Carrier was supported in his.”

Scholarships from the foundation are available to children, grandchildren and employees of Carrier and Bryant distributors and contractors and their employees throughout the U.S. Students are awarded the scholarship based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, demonstrated leadership potential, and personal motivation. A short essay about the candidates’ educational and career aspirations is required during the application process. There were 119 total applicants from 27 states for this year’s scholarships.

The 2022 Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarship recipients include:

Jordan Acuna San Marcos, CA
Jacob Baker Monroe, NC
Joshua Bedwell Candler, NC
Hallei Bittlinger Hebron, KY
Yvette Castaneda Mission Viejo, CA
Lillian Cleaves Lima, OH
Audry DeSantis Springfield, OH
Domiy DiTomasso Hahira, GA
Mary Drinkard Rome, GA
Gary Faulks Stamford, TX
Eva Griffin Springfield, IL
Derek Helsten New London, WI
Mary Kulis Kent, OH
Anne Leaman Willow Street, PA
Addyson Lingafelter Griffin, IN
Shayna Lloyd Eden, NC
Camden Meadows Cartersville, GA
Josiah Paul Stoutsville, OH
Rachel Rawlings Chillicothe, OH
Myora Slaughter Blue Springs, MO
Rachel Strausman Moorpark, CA
Cheyanne Wandrey Boone, IA

For more information about Carrier or Bryant, please visit https://www.carrier.com/residential/en/us/ or www.bryant.com.

Peterman Brothers of Greenwood, Indiana has been named the 2021 Bryant Dealer of the Year, the highest honor a Bryant dealer can receive. Each year, this award recognizes the company whose hard work, expertise and business acumen have helped them to stand out as a leader in the industry. Bryant, a leading supplier of heating Read more

Peterman Brothers of Greenwood, Indiana has been named the 2021 Bryant Dealer of the Year, the highest honor a Bryant dealer can receive. Each year, this award recognizes the company whose hard work, expertise and business acumen have helped them to stand out as a leader in the industry. Bryant, a
leading supplier of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions.

“Being named as the 2021 Bryant Dealer of the Year means that we are doing
things the right way,” said Chad Peterman, Owner and President, Peterman Brothers. “It is not what we do, but how we do it. We are committed to providing our people and customers with the best customer experience possible.”

Peterman Brothers has been solving plumbing, heating, and cooling issues of the central Indiana community since 1986 when Pete Peterman started the company in his garage. Since its humble beginnings, the company has grown to employ over 300 people today. Two of those employees include Pete’s sons, Chad and Tyler. Both grew up around the business and have taken on numerous responsibilities. Chad is the oldest and in his role as Owner and President, he is responsible for creating and executing the company’s vision and long-term strategy. Chad’s younger brother, Tyler, oversees all install operations. Peterman is now a complete family affair with all the Petermans involved in the day-to-day operations of the company. In addition, Peterman
Brothers is a two-time Bryant Medal of Excellence winner.

“Bryant dealers continue to raise the bar in our industry and are among the best in the business,” said Justin Keppy, President, NA Residential & Light Commercial, Carrier. “Our 2021 Dealer of the Year, Peterman Brothers, exemplifies the values and commitment that the Bryant brand has come to represent in its more than 115-year history. Its entire team embodies all that is necessary to run a successful business, and the company serves as an example to the industry for how an organization should treat its customers and the community in which it operates.”

Bryant selected its 2021 Dealer of the Year from 22 Medal of Excellence winners, comprised of Bryant Factory Authorized Dealers throughout North America. The candidates were judged on overall sales growth, high-efficiency and indoor air quality equipment sales, customer satisfaction and participation in dealer programs and promotions.

The 2021 Medal of Excellence Winners are:

  • Advanced Comfort Control Standish, California
  • Affordable Heating & Air Sylacauga, Alabama
  • AGS HVAC Services Westport, Massachusetts
  • Air Tech Heating, Inc. Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
  • Allen Service Fort Collins, Colorado
  • Comfortemp Lemont, Illinois
  • D. McKeon Heating & Air Conditioning Kennesaw, Georgia
  • Elite Mechanical Systems Windom, Minnesota
  • Estes Heating and Air Conditioning Theodore, Alabama
  • First Call Heating & Cooling, Inc. Racine, Wisconsin
  • GAC Services Gaithersburg, Maryland
  • IERNA’S Heating & Cooling, Inc. Lutz, Florida
  • Mert’s Heating & Air Conditioning Co. Steger, Illinois
  • One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning Wilmington, Delaware
  • Peterman Brothers Greenwood, Indiana
  • Pronto Heating & A/C, Inc. Edina, Minnesota
  • Robin Aire Service Company Wixom, Michigan
  • Rock Plumbing, Heating & Air Englewood, Colorado
  • Rose Heating & Air Conditioning Urbana, Illinois
  • Sanders & Johnson, Inc. Denver, Colorado
  • Scott’s Heating & Air Conditioning Longwood, Florida
  • Welsch Heating & Cooling Saint Louis, Missouri

For more information about Bryant and to find a dealer near you, visit
www.bryant.com.