The NEWS - February 18, 2008 - (Page 4)

newsline EW YORK — When it comes to hiring employees, the brass at A.O. Reed and Company “take extreme pain” in doing so, according to Ed Blum, manager of special projects. Taking the time up front in the hiring process is one reason why Blum believes the San Diego, Calif., contractor has employees that fit the company mold from day one. “It’s then up to us to keep them happy, by providing a nurturing environment,” he told an audience at a panel discussion with fellow winners in The NEWS’ 2007 “Best Contractor to Work For” contest. The panel discussion, held at the 2008 AirConditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo), focused on employing and retaining qualified employees. NEWS business editor John Hall emceed the event. In addition to Blum, panel members included Gary Marowske, president of Flame Heating Cooling, Warren, Mich.; Todd Kletz, owner of JOHN C. 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Box 490130, Lawrenceville, GA 30049 770-967-9413 ■ michaelocallaghan@achrnews.com The NEWS “Best Contractor to Work For” contest winners gathered to discuss what makes their companies successful and their employees satisfied during the International Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigerating Exposition. PAID ADVERTISEMENT FELIPE ARIAS Eastern Advertising Manager 150 Executive Center Dr., Suite 12, B-200, Greenville, SC 29615 864-288-2231 ■ felipearias@achrnews.com KATHY JANES Business Development Manager 2401 W. 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He and his wife, Gloria, owned their own HVAC business for four years when they decided it was time to start developing a stronger business for their current employees and their son. “We started this business for our son, David, and this is the best way for us to leave something for him,” Gloria King said. “All the training and services that Aire Serv provides made us believe our business will do well.” HARVEY MULTER (Southern Maine) Multer opened his own HVAC business in 2001, which he has recently transitioned into the ﬁrst Aire Serv franchise in Maine. Multer brings experience as both an owner and technician to the franchise. “I wanted to gain more business expertise,” Multer said. “Joining the Aire Serv franchise will allow me to put more systems into place and hire more technicians, which in turn, will improve our ability to serve our customers.” TOM LAKEMAN (Greater Pottstown Area, Pa.) 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The NEWS - February 18, 2008

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