United States. The Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) chose its new officials and presented the awards to HVACR industry leaders at its annual meeting in Bonita Springs, Florida.
"We are honored to recognize the very meritorious individuals and also welcome these innovative leaders," said Stephen Yurek, President and CEO of AHRI. "We are very grateful for their service to AHRI and the HVACR and water heating industry."
AHRI confirmed that AHRI's new president is Doug Young, president and COO of Lennox International Residential Heating and Cooling.
The AHRI Public Service Award recognizes individuals or organizations that have made a significant contribution to the HVACR industry and in promoting AHRI's goals. The award went to Gerry Kennedy, executive vice president of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors (PHCC).
In 2015, AHRI gave two Distinguished Service Awards, AHRI's top award, which recognizes individuals who are leaders in the industry and who have made significant contributions throughout their careers.
AHRI awarded posthumously to José Fristik of Rheem Manufacturing Co., who passed away in March 2015. The second recipient of the Distinguished Service Award was Harry Holmes, president and CEO of Morrison Products.
