Next-Gen HVACR Leaders Meet for HARDI Emerging Leaders Event

Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International recently welcomed more than 100 of the HVACR industry’s most promising professionals to San Francisco, California for its annual Emerging Leaders Conference.

Attendees heard from keynote speakers Mike Robbins, a workplace culture expert and former pro athlete and Scott Friedman, a global speaker on innovation and employee engagement. The curriculum focused on interpreting market trends, turning data into action, career planning and real-world case studies on how HVACR companies are beginning to leverage artificial intelligence.

Participants also took part in a unique mentorship experience with 10 of HVACR’s most influential executives, offering rare access to candid leadership insight from the top of the channel.

“The long-term health and competitiveness of HARDI member companies depends on a strong leadership bench,” said Stella Keane, HARDI’s vice president of talent development. “This program isn’t just about stepping into a role — it’s about learning to lead with confidence, foresight and connection.”