Malco Tools, one of the nation’s top manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction industries, announced that Philip Laiche of A/C Supply, Inc. in New Orleans, won the company’s 2024 Counterperson of the Year contest. As Counterperson of the Year, Laiche exemplifies the same values that make Malco great: dedication to excellent customer Read more
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Malco Tools, one of the nation’s top manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction industries, announced that Philip Laiche of A/C Supply, Inc. in New Orleans, won the company’s 2024 Counterperson of the Year contest.
As Counterperson of the Year, Laiche exemplifies the same values that make Malco great: dedication to excellent customer service and going above and beyond to ensure contractors have the Malco tools they need to get the job done. Laiche won a prize of a $500 gift card, plus a Malco golf shirt and hat.
Philip Laiche of A/C Supply, Inc. in New Orleans
“Philip is naturally a problem solver who provides recommendations that meet the unique needs of each customer and for our company,” said Mindy Rigney, Laiche’s nominator. “Philip’s commitment to service and his genuine passion for helping customers make him an invaluable asset to the team.”
“We are proud to recognize Philip for his service-oriented attitude and extensive product knowledge to ensure every customer gets what they need,” said Rebecca Talbot, vice president of marketing at Malco. “We appreciate his exceptional dedication to customer service and applaud his efforts over the past 20 years with A/C Supply as this year’s Counterperson of the Year!”
For more information about Malco Tools, visit www.malcotools.com.
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) has announced the promotion of PHCC Educational Foundation Executive Director Dan Quinonez to PHCC Chief Operating Officer. “I am pleased to announce this expanded role for Dan, as he continues his position as the Executive Director of the PHCC Educational Foundation,” said PHCC CEO Cindy Sheridan. “Drawing on his strong Read more
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) has announced the promotion of PHCC Educational Foundation Executive Director Dan Quinonez to PHCC Chief Operating Officer.
“I am pleased to announce this expanded role for Dan, as he continues his position as the Executive Director of the PHCC Educational Foundation,” said PHCC CEO Cindy Sheridan. “Drawing on his strong association management background, strategic mindset, leadership and creative direction, Dan will assist me in driving strategy and operations for the association; he will also oversee most revenue-generating areas of the organization.”
Since joining the Foundation on June 1, 2023, Quinonez has overseen the release of new plumbing and HVAC training materials, an increase in annual giving campaign donations, expanding the PHCC Academy® to develop more post-apprentice courses, the addition of new scholarships for veterans and Latino applicants, and an industry joint effort to train the U.S. competitor for the WorldSkills competition.
“I am truly honored to take on this new role and am excited to collaborate closely with CEO Sheridan, the PHCC team, and all of our members,” said Quinonez. “Together, we will enhance operational performance and remain dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our members, all while upholding the highest standards of quality and service in everything we do.”
Before joining the PHCC Educational Foundation, Quinonez served as a Senior Account Executive for the Kellen Company, a prominent Association Management Company. In this capacity, he served as the Executive Director for the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) and the Professional Electrical Apparatus Reconditioning League (PEARL), playing a pivotal role in expanding and promoting these organizations through various initiatives, including education, outreach, technical advancement, and advocacy.
His other roles included working with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in Washington D.C., where he advocated for the home building community. In addition, he served in the United States Army Reserves for 12 years.
Quinonez’s appointment was part of an internal structural reorganization of PHCC that is designed to increase membership, sponsorship opportunities and industry exposure.
“I am excited to head into 2025 with this new organizational structure and am looking forward to a new phase of growth for PHCC,” said Sheridan.
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Malco Tools, Inc. one of the nation’s top manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction industries, announces that it has been acquired by Aspen Pumps Group. Aspen Pumps Group (Aspen) was founded by three air conditioning engineers in 1992, and now sells to over 100 countries worldwide. The United Kingdom-headquartered company has expanded Read more
Malco Tools, Inc. one of the nation’s top manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction industries, announces that it has been acquired by Aspen Pumps Group.
Aspen Pumps Group (Aspen) was founded by three air conditioning engineers in 1992, and now sells to over 100 countries worldwide. The United Kingdom-headquartered company has expanded globally to become an award-winning leader in products and solutions for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) industry, including condensate removal pumps, tools, cleaning chemicals, support systems and accessories.
With deep experience and capabilities in the HVAC/R aftermarket, Aspen has a strong portfolio of products and brands that strategically align with Malco, which will allow both brands to continue to grow and serve new markets. Malco Tools will continue to operate from its headquarters in Annandale, Minn., and will become the North American headquarters for Aspen, bringing on new tools and product lines that will serve a larger HVAC/R market. As part of this strategic expansion, Malco Tools President and CEO Rich Benninghoff will take on the new role of CEO of Aspen Pumps Group North America, effective immediately.
“Malco has built an extremely strong, and reputable business over the past 75 years and this agreement with Aspen Pumps Group will allow us to grow our business in ways that will allow us to be a successful, trusted brand for the next 75 years,” said Benninghoff. “Aspen Pumps Group is a strong partner for us from not only a business and opportunity perspective, but also from a mission and values standpoint as well. They’ve proven to us that they do what they say and focus on people first, which is important to what we do, and will continue to do at Malco.”
“We are very excited to welcome Malco Tools to the Aspen Pumps Group family,” said Adrian Thompson, CEO of Aspen Pumps Group. “Malco is an industry leader and has built a strong reputation among the HVAC and roofing/siding trades. We are looking forward to working with their talented team as we continue to grow the business and serve even more markets in the future.”
For more information about Malco Tools, visit www.malcotools.com. For more information about Aspen Pumps Group, visit www.aspenpumps.com.