SMACNA Arizona, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association

Name: Tate May
Company: Dynamic Systems, Inc.
Title: Project Manager
How long have you been in the industry? 17 years
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you? To me, it means excellence and quality in the HVAC industry. With SMACNA contractors, you can expect higher standards of performance, as well as a higher degree of expertise.
Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy activities with my family: camping, hunting, fishing, sports and travel. I also enjoy competitive shooting and collecting large bore single-action firearms.

Name: Regina Fisher
Company: Ramirez Mechanical Systems, Inc.
Title: Vice President
How long have you been in the industry? 18 years
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you? To me, SMACNA Arizona means high quality training and the opportunity to work with the best in the sheet metal industry.
Hobbies: In my free time, I like reading, traveling, visiting museums, riding my beach cruiser, watching movies and going to the theater.

Name: Katie Watson
Company: Kinetic Systems, Inc.
Title: Senior Project Manager
How long have you been in the industry? 15 years
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you? When I think of SMACNA Arizona, three words come to mind: dedication, craftsmanship and honor.
* Dedication of the members to be the best in the industry;
* Craftsmanship of our workers, who continuously take pride in their work; and
* Honor to be part of an organization that strives to improve the industry through education, training and networking.
Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy traveling, exercise and cooking.

Name: Terry Flood
Company: QC Analytical Services
Title: Vice President
How long have you been in the industry? 39 years
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you?
SM (Sheet Metal) - Reminds me of the place I attended an apprenticeship program, learning how to make anything out of flat sheet metal. A journeyman that has completed this kind of program will tell you, "If you can draw it, I can make it."
AC (Air Conditioning) - As a SMACNA member I have had the privilege to work with the best in the industry. We can make and install all types of systems - from the home unit to the operating room in hospitals. We install and fine tune the systems so they will operate at the optimum level of efficiency.
N (National) - Our organization is nationwide, but we work with contractors all over the world. Our standards are referred to by professionals, as we have researched and tested the proper installation of all types of devices and systems in the HVAC industry.
A (Association) - A group of professionals working for the greater good of our industry, helping all members to become leaders in HVAC.
Hobbies: When I have free time, I enjoy working with my hands - fixing old cars and building just about anything.

Name: Rob Zollinger
Company: University Mechanical
Title: Vice President, Operations
How long have you been in the industry? 21 years
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you? SMACNA Arizona sets the standards for the HVAC industry. Through industry training and an extensive array of manuals and publications, SMACNA sets the bar very high for quality craftsmanship.
Hobbies: : I enjoy trap shooting, serving as a Boy Scout leader and spending time with my family.

Name: James Blackmore
Company: Arizona System Analysis Professionals, LLC
Title: Owner
How long have you been in the industry? 25 years
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you? Quality. The association we have with the other SMACNA Arizona contractors helps us train and maintain the highest quality craftspeople in the HVAC industry.
Hobbies: I like to spend time hunting and fishing.

Name: Dan Naylor
Company: Kinetic Systems, Inc.
Title: Operations Manager
How long have you been in the industry? 15 years
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you? SMACNA Arizona is an organization that facilitates continuous improvement and consistence in the sheet metal industry.
Hobbies: In my free time, I like to play golf, travel and spend time with my family.

Name: Gil Salazar
Company: Bel-Aire Mechanical, Inc.
Title: Safety Manager
How long have you been in the industry? 24 years in safety
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you? It is an organization which sets the standards in safety, quality and training for the HVAC industry.
Hobbies: Hunting, fishing and taking photos. I also enjoy reading about U.S. history and spending time with family -- especially with my grandkids.

Name: Erich R. Robinson
Company: Bel-Aire Mechanical
Title: Director of Sales/Sales Engineer
How long have you been in the industry? 2 years
What does SMACNA Arizona mean to you? Quality, dedication and commitment are three things that come to mind when I think of SMACNA. Nothing beats working with the best.
Hobbies: I play golf, volunteer for various charities, travel and enjoy "collecting wine".